VA Building (VA), The University of Newcastle, Australia

Welcome to the webpage for VA Building (VA) at The University of Newcastle, Australia. Situated at Callaghan, University Drive, our institution is a renowned establishment and a point of interest in the country. As a university, we offer a wide range of programs and disciplines, with a particular focus on Humanities, Creative Industries, and Social Sciences.

Our School of Humanities, Creative Industries, and Social Sciences is highly diverse, encompassing various disciplines. Our approach is to leverage the multidisciplinary potential and strengths of this breadth in our research and education portfolio. We also collaborate with colleagues in health, STEM disciplines, and teacher education, as well as engage with community and industry partners. This collaborative effort allows us to align with the priorities and programs of the College and the University.

What sets us apart is our commitment to innovative undergraduate education. Through our BA online program, we provide students with access to quality education regardless of their location. Additionally, we offer a positive program of Work Integrated Learning in all our degrees, ensuring our students gain practical experience and industry exposure. We also facilitate global mobility experiences for our students, allowing them to explore opportunities outside of Newcastle.

Our reputation as a provider of quality programs in creative industries is well-established. Regardless of their primary program of study, our students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and are taught by academics and creatives whose work is globally recognized and celebrated.

Leading our School is Professor Kate Nash, who joined us in May as the Head. With a background in media production and specialization in documentary, Professor Nash has made significant contributions to the field. Her research focuses on the production, circulation, and impacts of long-form factual media, particularly in the context of digital media technologies and cultures. She has published in esteemed journals and serves as a Co-Editor of the leading journal in the field, Studies in Documentary Film.

Under Professor Nash's leadership, our School emphasizes industry and community engagement. We foster strong relationships and valuable collaborations within the media industry, including partnerships with Channel 4 in England. This proactive approach ensures our programs and research remain relevant and contribute to the cultural and economic transformation of our regions.

As an institution, we also acknowledge and pay respect to the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas, including the Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We honor the wisdom of our Elders past and present.

If you are visiting our website from China, we invite you to visit our dedicated page to find all the information you need about studying at the University of Newcastle.

Thank you for visiting VA Building (VA) at The University of Newcastle, Australia.