Web apps to robodogs: UniSC students use voice commands to herd sheep
22 JulUniSC students have taught robodogs to respond to voice commands, giving farmers a new way to help herd sheep while staying in control.
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Kids decide on future in science by age 11: research
16 JulAustralia risks losing students from science and technology careers by age 11, amid a growing gap between national policies and actual school experiences.
Your car’s cruise control might not follow QLD safety guidelines, finds study
20 AprAdaptive cruise control (ACC) systems in many of the most popular cars in Queensland might not adhere to the State Government’s safe following distance recommendations, according to new research from the University of the Sunshine Coast.
Getting ready for take-off: industry-led project propels next generation of engineering talent
7 JanA project to build futuristic, driverless flying taxis is starting to take flight – led by the Manufacturing Excellence Forum (MEF), the project involving UniSC is giving students hands-on engineering experience while developing advanced electric aircraft prototypes.
UniSC launches fast-tracked degree to meet soaring demand for engineers
17 Dec 2025UniSC has launched an accelerated Bachelor of Engineering to Master of Engineering pathway, giving students internationally recognised qualifications and faster access to high-demand engineering careers amid Australia’s skills shortage.
Robodogs take the lead in testing safer, smarter livestock herding
1 Dec 2025From a chance encounter into a collaborative, farmer-led project exploring how AI and robotics can safely support livestock work without replacing working dogs – the story behind how we can to train robodogs to herd sheep.
Sheep herding ‘robodogs’ to take centre stage at Ekka
6 Aug 2025We're using robodogs as part of a demonstration to herd sheep at the Ekka as part of a Mechatronics student's project to test AI-powered farming tech, exploring how autonomous machines could one day help farmers in the paddock.
How a wedding and funeral engineered James's destiny to follow in the family footsteps
8 Jul 2025After a wedding and funeral changed everything, James Dolan found purpose in engineering.
What do engineers do, and which field is right for you?
30 May 2025Explore the different fields of engineering, to find the perfect fit for your interests and career goals.
From an avalanche to the Arctic: How Dr Adrian McCallum became an engineer
3 Apr 2025A tragic avalanche, a failed job interview and a letter from one of the world’s greatest explorers, were events that changed the course of Dr Adrian McCallum’s life.
UniSC students set for life-changing overseas study experience
20 Jan 2025From studying surfing in Vanuatu to advanced engineering in Hong Kong, a group of University of the Sunshine Coast high achievers will add an immersive global dimension to their studies and future careers after being named New Colombo Plan Scholars.
Building airstrips in Antarctica from a freezer in Queensland
2 Dec 2024How two engineers from the University of the Sunshine Coast are taking on "one of the last great polar logistical problems".
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