High School students and teachers

Here, you will find a series of interviews that explore the world of Materials Science and Engineering.

This page is dedicated to celebrating some of the materials that have significantly changed the way humans live across the broad span of history.

Materials have been shaping human history since the dawn of civilisation. But what else is out there, as yet undiscovered?

Materials Science and Engineering touches almost every aspect of our lives from the concrete and steel in the structures around us, the components in our electronic devices and even biomedical implants used to better our health.

The roles of materials scientists and engineers are diverse ranging from growing cell cultures for biomaterials to developing high performance alloys. The testing of all of the materials we create and work with is fundamentally important to determine their properties and modes of failure.

Looking for a fun and educational experiment that can be conducted using materials from home? Try our Pykrete Experiment!

Thank you to the students and teachers who attended the Engineering Studies HSC revision lecture on mechanical properties and mechanical testing on the 18th October 2021. The lecture recording can be viewed below. Lecture slides can be downloaded from the sidebar on the right.

Have fun taking the quiz and see how many badges you can earn!

Explore our photo gallery for the dynamic world of the School of Materials Science and Engineering. From cutting-edge research and innovative experiments to student achievements and industry collaborations, these images capture the essence of our vibrant academic community.