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UNSW scoops award fest

The University of New South Wales walked away with four Australian Museum Eureka Prizes at last night's presentation dinner in Sydney. This haul was more than any other participating institution.

The Awards are Australia's equivalent of the Oscars and are awarded for innovation in scientific teaching and research.

UNSW's Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), Professor Les Field praised the achievements of the research teams.

"I'm pleased and gratified that so many prominent UNSW researchers were recognised with these important prizes", he said.

The Voiceless Eureka Prize for Research winners were Dr Amanda Hayes, Ms Shahnaz Bakand and Associate Professor Chris Winder from the School of Safety Science for their work in reducing the use of animal products in laboratory testing, education and research.

The Sherman Eureka Prize for Environmental Research winners were Professor Matthew England, PhD student, Sen Gupta and Dr Michael Dawson for their research in understanding Australia's weather patterns and making predictions.

The NSW Office for Science and Medical Research went to Dr Michael Valenzuela for his research into how complex mental activity can half the risk of dementia.

The British Council Eureka Prize for Innovation and Leadership in Environmental Science was awarded to microbiologist Dr Mike Manfield for harnessing bacteria in cleaning up polluted environments.


International Exchange:

Gateway to the world - Information for outbound UNSW students

The University of New South Wales runs one of the largest international student exchange programs in Australia. It encompasses over 32 countries.

UNSW sees itself increasingly tied up with internationalisation as it applies to the institutional structure in its entirety. The university encourages all its students as part of this policy to consider studying for one or two semesters abroad as part of their UNSW degree. This could be a mutually fruitful and exciting opportunity for students to discover the world.

Welcoming the world to UNSW

Students affiliated with UNSW partner universities can choose to study for a semester or a year at UNSW. Interested students must apply through their Exchange Office in their home country.

UNSW does not accept direct applications from students. First contact should be made with the International Office on the correct application procedure.
Students not covered under the partner university agreement can choose to study under the Study Abroad program.

Students interested in doing research or obtaining professional experience should refer to the Practicum section for more details about available programs.

Study at University of New South Wales: Application Form