Western Sydney University - Science

Our very own Kate Umbers has bee featured by ABCCanberra. Read the story here:

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In an Australian first, a team of researchers from Western Sydney University and volunteers from the self-titled 'bug nerd network' have just tagged over 10,000 bogong moths to find out where billions of them go when they leave the mountains. Choose your news on the ABC NEWS app and stay in the know via the link in our bio. #ABCNewsACT #Stateline #Science #Nature

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We're hot on the trail when it comes to wildlife smuggling. Australian Geographic recently published an article by our very own Professor Ricky Spencer about how to identify smuggled reptiles. Click here for the full article: https://www.australiangeographic.com.au/nature-wildlife/2025/12/new-clue-could-reveal-if-an-animal-illegally-smuggled/

W doesn’t just stand for Western! Read on to find out more… https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-09/wombat-mange-treatment-wee-jasper-holiday-park/105607390

Take your passion for Science to the next level when you major in Forensic Science and be job ready for your dream career.Check out our website for more info:
https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/study/courses/undergraduate/bachelor-of-science-forensic

Enrol in the Bachelor of Science (Food Science and Innovation) and develop the skills you need to gain a greater understanding of nutrition, and the science behind food in the largest business sector in the world. Scan the QR and feed your curiosity.

Studying a Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Science) at Western will allow you to take action towards a regenerative and more environmentally sustainable Agricultural future. Scan the QR to learn more.

🌟 Exciting News from the Hawkesbury Show! 🌟

Our Show Team students have shone this weekend, showcasing their livestock and genetics, while celebrating agriculture. By mastering competition requirements and meticulously training and preparing the WSU farm cattle, they have learned invaluable skills, demonstrated dedication and grown in confidence, leadership, and teamwork.

It’s been inspiring to watch them represent Western with professionalism and pride. Their efforts have been rewarded with impressive results across various categories, and we couldn’t be prouder!

A big congratulations to the entire team and the amazing Western Sydney University Farm staff for their input, support and guidance. Keep up the fantastic work! 🐄🏆

Science is on show at Hawkesbury!