Around UNE
The UNE campus is situated on 74 hectares of heritage parklands, overlooking the beautiful city of Armidale.
All faculties, residences and recreational facilities are set in idyllic surroundings, within easy walking distance from each other. Anywhere on campus, you're only 5-10 minutes bus/ bike ride from Armidale's city centre.
Below are some of the buildings you’ll want to know when you get here.
Booloominbah
Booloominbah is the historic homestead in the middle of campus. Here you will find the Booloominbah Collection restaurant and the offices of the Administration (Chancellor, Vice Chancellor and our other top executives). Graduation and other events are held on the lawns of Booloominbah. Many people on campus call it ‘Bool’ for short.
The Deer Park
Established in the late 1880s with deer originally brought from Indonesia. There is seating on Booloominbah drive for those that wish to sit in the peaceful surrounds and watch the deer and kangaroos in the park.
University Medical Centre
The University Medical Centre Doctors, assisted by a qualified registered nurse, provide a clinical service to both students, staff and the broader community. Eligible full time students are bulk billed through the Medicare system.
Trevenna
The Trevenna homestead and its grounds were bequeathed to UNE as the Vice-Chancellor's residence in 1960. Designed by the Boston-trained 19th Century architect Horbury Hunt, Trevenna was originally the home of the Wright family. Some of the trees in the garden date back to the 1890s, when Trevenna was built.
Sport UNE
Sports UNE features a recreation centre with indoor basketball, badminton and squash courts. There is also a 25 metre/6 lane heated swimming pool, climbing wall, gym, group fitness rooms and a sports shop. Outside are tennis and other multipurpose courts, football fields for all codes and synthetic cricket wickets and hockey fields. There is also a beautician in the Sports UNE complex.
Safety & Security office
Safety & Security operate 24 hours a day on campus. Safety & Security's role is to provide a Safe Living & Learning environment. They also provide a night ride service so you don’t have to walk around campus at night to get to your car, manage the swipe card access system and lost property.
Oorala Aboriginal Centre
The Oorala Centre is a study support and advisory centre for internal and external Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at the University of New England. They offer Academic advice, Tutorial assistance, a Computer Room, a Resource library, Tutorial rooms and a Student Common Room for relaxation and study. The Centre also runs the multi-award-winning tertiary preparation program, TRACKS, and the Alternative Entry Program, ISP.
Arts Theatre
The Arts Theatre (also called A2) is one of the biggest lecture theatres at UNE. Many arts performances, plays and musicals are held here, as well as large meetings.
Lazenby Hall
Lazenby Hall is UNE’s main large venue and is used for examinations, UNE events and exhibitions as well as being the main information area at Open Day. Plays, performances and other events are also held here. The Hall is named in honour of former Vice Chancellor Professor Alec Lazenby.
International Services
A must-know for International Students. International Services provides students with a link between the administrative and academic functions of the University during their enrolment. It also assists students to access academic support and pastoral care services offered by the University. International students are encouraged to come to International Services on Boolominbah Drive about any issue at any time during their time at UNE.
TUNE FM 106.9
TUNE! is UNE’s own community radio station. You can volunteer to become an announcer or just enjoy the tunes. The station is located underneath the Bistro near Yarm Gwanga.
University Chaplaincy and Mosque
Three Christian churches fund chaplaincy at UNE - the Anglican, (Roman) Catholic and Uniting churches. The Muslim community has appointed an imam on a part time basis. Other denominations and religious groups also welcome students and staff into the life of their communities.
All the Christian chaplains have offices in the Lodge, the brick building that is attached to the International Precinct. There is a mosque on campus opposite The Lodge and a variety of other support for Muslim Students.
Yarm Gwanga
Yarm Gwanga is a child care centre managed by UNE offering long day care, residential care and vacation care.
Museum of Antiquities
The Museum began in 1959 as part of the Department of Classics and features antiquities from the Mediterranean and Near East, Australia and the Pacific region.
Dixson Library
The Dixson Library is UNE’s main library. It covers four floors, has over one million books and approximately 25 kilometres of shelving. It has excellent computer facilities, private study rooms, photocopying and video and audio facilities.
The Woolshed
The Woolshed houses the CRC for Premium quality wool. It is wool insulated with woolen carpets and features a small but full operational shearing set up.
Education, Health and Professional Studies
The School of Education focuses on early childhood, primary and secondary teacher education. The School of Health at UNE provides professional courses to meet your needs in terms of skills, knowledge, career and personal development.
St Marks Chapel
St Mark’s Chapel UNE is a Christian church community which meets on the University of New England campus. An interdenominational ministry of the Armidale Diocese of the Anglican Church with a special focus on serving the needs of UNE’s staff and students, St Mark’s warmly welcomes people from all backgrounds.
Booth Block - Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics
The disciplines of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses, taught on-campus and via distance education. Active research is supported by internal and external funding, including Australian Research Council grants.
TC Lamble Administration Building
The Student Centre provides you with a focal point of contact for all your administrative enquiries during your Study at UNE, from enquiring about a potential course until you reach your graduation. They are located in the TC Lamble Building in the centre of Armidale campus. The Student Centre is open from 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
McClymont Building - Sciences
The McClymont Building is named after Professor Bill McClymont, who actively worked with livestock producers as cooperators and whose legacy has been deeply ingrained in many graduates of Rural Science over the past 50 years. The McClymont Building houses the administration of The Sciences and The School of Science and Technology.
Black Rose Building/ Postgraduate Centre
Marketing and Public Affairs (MPA) delivers innovative and sustainable solutions that promote the University's teaching and learning programs. MPA's activities raise awareness of UNE's diverse offerings to its stakeholders in a way that protects, promotes and enhances its brand and image, while meeting enrolment, research, community and partnership goals.
Economics, Business and Law
The Faculty of The Professions offers courses that encourage world class graduates via its accessible network of teaching staff, and its innovative environment that is a strength on which the University's reputation is founded. The School of Business, Economics and Public Policy is nationally renowned for its high teaching standards that are delivered in a unique living and learning environment.
Agronomy Building
The School of Environmental and Rural Science is committed to improving our understanding of natural and agricultural systems to better protect our natural heritage and to improve profitability and competitiveness of agriculture and natural resource based businesses; locally, nationally and internationally.
Arts Building
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences of the University of New England covers a wide range of disciplines across arts, humanities and social, basic, environmental, computing and rural sciences. We are strong in teaching and offer programs in both internal and external mode.
Austin College
Austin is a college for students who want to get more out of their University experience than just a degree, it is a place that supports and nurtures its residents. Epitomised by genuine, down to earth people, Austin has a responsible and caring environment. We encourage leadership and independent thinking. We’re optimists who see the lighter side of life and try not to take things too seriously—moderation is the key.
Drummond and Smith College
Drummond and Smith College knows just how to get the right balance between study, social life and sports. We have all of the personal and academic support you could want, as well as our own Law library. We encourage individuality, and as a team we’ve proved that we can get anything and everything done. We’ll ensure that you get the results you really want, meet the most amazing people, and have a fabulous and unforgettable time! Flexi Choice catering provides for all meals.
Duval College
Duval College has the perfect mix of study, great academic support, cultural activities, social networks, sporting competitions, fundraisers and so much more! We have a sturdy history, strong college spirit and a great sense of tradition and loyalty in everything we do! Duval provides the friendly, supportive and unpressured environment which will help you to succeed in your studies. The opportunities for leadership and personal achievement are boundless. Flexi Choice catering provides for all meals.
Earl Page College
At Earl Page College, we take pride in our friendliness, student support (academic and pastoral), annual musical production, choir, sporting success, student leadership opportunities, high profile formal dinners and charity fundraising. Goodwill, cooperation, and an abundance of opportunities to further your potential, make our college the one to live in. While academic success is our core business, we also have numerous formal and informal events, cultural, community and sporting activities to maintain a balanced lifestyle.
Mary White College
Mary White is situated close to the academic campus and is a friendly college where the individuality of residents is respected. Our college caters for all, being a very good mix of young, mature age, undergraduate, postgraduate and international students, providing a supportive community that encourages academic excellence and providing the opportunity to extend personal talents and interests through social, cultural, sporting and community service activities.
Robb College
Robb College emphasises leadership, service to the community, consideration for others and participation. Robb has a strong academic support network, sporting traditions, and an annual community/charity project. Our college ethos is based on traditions that emphasise mutual respect, team spirit and academic achievement. Loyalty, friendship and community are all Robb characteristics and we are renowned for our strength in sport, our support for the arts, and our exciting social events.
St. Albert's College
As part of our community you’ll experience a dynamic environment with strong academic and sporting traditions, broad range of scholarships, great facilities and large rooms (all with sinks). Our extensive support and tutoring system promotes success and inclusion. St Albert’s is a Catholic residential college, although no religious affiliation is required to join the college. It is a place that emphasises Christian values, with a true family and community atmosphere.
Wright Village
The Village, consisting of four, six and eight bedroom units, provides residents with the option to live independently with their peers, while still enjoying the many pastoral care and academic support programs, as well as personal development opportunities, available to those deciding to reside in a traditional college. ‘The Village’ is a multi-cultural environment with great diversity and offers the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of independent living within a supported community.
