The University of Newcastle will throw open its doors for Newcastle Open Day, a full-scale, city-wide celebration of student life, innovation, and opportunity.
Spanning three locations, including Callaghan Campus, NUspace, and the Q Building, the event is expected to draw more than 5,000 visitors for an immersive day of exploration.
From cutting-edge health labs and marine robotics to free henna art and live music, the open day promises something for everyone, whether you’re fresh out of high school or eyeing a career pivot.
The Callaghan Campus will be buzzing with activity, including campus tours, hands-on demonstrations, and live entertainment in the Student Life Zone at Park on the Hill.
Visitors can take a selfie with Hunter the mascot, unwind in a sensory chill space, or step into the future with SimTeach Live’s avatar-led classroom experience. Budding healthcare professionals won’t want to miss guided tours through the university’s newly refurbished Health Education Research Building.
In the heart of the city, NUspace will invite future crime solvers to tackle a mock CSI-style investigation while also offering interactive photobooth experiences that imagine life as a Newcastle student.
Down at the Honeysuckle precinct, the Q Building will showcase the university’s innovation ecosystem at I2N, featuring ideas, entrepreneurship, and free coffee!
Transport between all locations is easy, with a free shuttle running every 30 minutes throughout the day.
Families and prospective students are encouraged to plan ahead and make the most of the top ten experiences on offer, including 3D printing workshops, ocean exploration, and myth-busting STEM challenges designed to inspire the next generation of engineers.
Newcastle Open Day is taking place on Saturday, 16 August, and will run from 9am to 3pm across all three sites. Year 12 students can apply for Early Entry on the day. To register or learn more, head to newcastle.edu.au/open-day.
