Engage with us
We are committed to bringing science to the community and creating excitement about scientific research and discovery, and invite all our friends and supporters to help us to continue being Australia's leading scientific teaching and research hub.
Our initiatives
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Industry engagement with Science
Tackle the important questions with the Faculty of Science – work with us on research collaborations, technology licensing, student internships and more.
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Science at Melbourne Public Lectures
The Faculty of Science's premier public event series, covering scientific research, discoveries and theories that play exciting or unexpected roles in shaping and advancing our society.
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Science in Schools
We provide professional development for teachers, course and career information for secondary students and activities for students with a passion for science.
Other engagement initiatives
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Research partnerships
Partnerships and collaborations are an integral part of our research capability. Discover how we’re partnering with government, industry and international academics to translate our research and have real-world impact.
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Philanthropic partnership with the Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation
We are leveraging the benefits of a long-term philanthropic partnership with the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation's ongoing funding of the Foodprint Melbourne research project.
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International teaching and learning initiatives
The Faculty of Science is actively pursuing new teaching and learning opportunities all over the world, from co-developing curricula with other institutions to finding international training initiatives for our PhD students.

Alumni engagement
Another group we are about staying connected with is our outstanding alumni – being a valued member of the Faculty of Science doesn't stop at graduation. If you studied or worked with us, keep in touch to enjoy the many benefits of a life-long connection to your alumni community.

Support science at the University of Melbourne
Support from our alumni community makes it possible for our best and brightest science talent to flourish, and find solutions to the issues that matter most.