Faculty of Sciences, Engineering, and Technology
Welcome to the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology.
With schools ranked in the top 50 globally* and an outstanding reputation for teaching, research and the quality of our graduates, a qualification from the faculty can open the door to a world of opportunity.
Ingenuity
Creating our technology future, Ingenuity is an interactive showcase of university student projects exploring real-life applications of architecture, engineering, science, technology, computer and mathematical sciences. Ingenuity 2022 will be held on Wednesday 2 November at the Adelaide Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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Latest news
Honours project in wine chemistry
David is seeking students who are interested in chemistry, whether from the perspective of wine or food science, or pure chemistry.
Read more about Honours project in wine chemistry
Márta Svéd Scholarship applications now open
The Marta Sved Scholarship is an exciting opportunity to support three female students looking to study mathematics at the University of Adelaide. Applications close 8 October.
Read more about Márta Svéd Scholarship applications now open
Save our leafy seadragons
Honours project: Study the behaviour and ecology of the leafy seadragon.
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Australian Rover Challenge 2022
University students from across Australia tested their rovers by competing in a full-scale simulated lunar mission at the Australian Rover Challenge.
Read more about Australian Rover Challenge 202228 Sep
What causes oedema in brussel sprouts?
Honours project: In collaboration with AE Cranwell & Sons, investigate the causes of oedema in brussel sprouts. 28 Sep
Science Education projects available for Honours
Honours projects: Science Education projects to suit your interests. 19 Sep
What keeps native bees from expanding their pollen diet?
Worldwide, many bee species specialise on floral resources from local native plant species, and do not incorporate pollen from introduced species, including crops, in their diet. 19 Sep Plantago ovata or psyllium, is an emerging crop species in Australia. It is the source of psyllium husk, a dietary fibre-rich material used as health supplements and in the production of gluten-free food. 19 Sep
Could Covid-style PCR tests be used to screen for herbicide resistance?
While the dangers and implications of antibiotic resistance to human health are well known and publicised, far less attention has been given the increasing problem of resistance to the pesticides and herbicides vital to global food production systems. 08 Sep Loss of crop yield due to high concentrations of Na+ and Cl- on agricultural land is a significant problem for Australian farmers.
*2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities