Newcastle University is a public research university in Newcastle upon Tyne in the North-East of England. In 1963, following an Act of Parliament, King's College became the University of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Newcastle University is a red brick university and is a member of the Russell Group, an association of prestigious research-intensive UK universities. The university has one of the largest EU research portfolios in the UK. Newcastle attracts over 20,000 students from more than 120 different countries.
Teaching and research are delivered in 24 academic schools and 40 r..
Newcastle University is a public research university in Newcastle upon Tyne in the North-East of England. In 1963, following an Act of Parliament, King's College became the University of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Newcastle University is a red brick university and is a member of the Russell Group, an association of prestigious research-intensive UK universities. The university has one of the largest EU research portfolios in the UK. Newcastle attracts over 20,000 students from more than 120 different countries.
Teaching and research are delivered in 24 academic schools and 40 research institutes and research centres, spread across three Faculties: the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences; the Faculty of Medical Sciences; and the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering. The university offers around 175 full-time undergraduate degree programmes in a wide range of subject areas spanning arts, sciences, engineering and medicine, together with approximately 340 postgraduate taught and research programmes across a range of disciplines. The Medical School in Malaysia, NUMed offers full UK medical and biosciences degrees in-country, while in Singapore it offers seven undergraduate degree programmes ranging from engineering to food and human nutrition.
| Total UG Students | Total PG Students | International Student | Student Faculty Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15,500 | 6,500 | 29% | 15:6 |
Newcastle is in the top 20 universities in the UK for student satisfaction and it is also among the top 20 universities targeted by employers in the UK. The graduates continue to be among the most highly employable in the country, with 94% of UK and EU first degree students progressing to work or further study within six months of graduating.
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You need a good level of English language to study at Newcastle University.
Undergraduate
If English is not your first language you will need to provide a recognised English language test or qualification.
In most cases you will need an overall score of IELTS - 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent in each of the four sub-skills:
Writing
Reading
Speaking
English Language Requirement:
75% from either English; Core English or Functional English From the following Exam Boards: CBSE ISC only
Post Graduate:
Most of our courses require and IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.
Engineering courses: 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent or above, although for some courses the required score will be higher.
English Language Requirement:
75% average in Standard XII as comparable to ABB at A level.
This can be awarded by:
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Council for the Indian School Certificate (CISCE)
National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
Various state boards
Autonomous schools
Actual grades required will vary depending on exam board.
Please check course specific entry requirements as they do vary across courses, with ABB typically the minimum required.
If the student is applying for a course equivalent to a 2.1 the students must procure:
● 60% marks if he is a section 1 University pass-out
● 62% marks if he is a Section 2 University pass-out
● 65% marks if he is a Section 3 University pass-out
If the student is applying for a course equivalent to a 2.2 the students must procure;
● 58% marks if he is a section 1 university pass-out
● 60% marks if he is a Section 2 university pass-out
● 63% marks if he is a Section 3 university pass-out
For MRes at least 1.5 years of work experience is preferable.
*(The category of University as per the sections mentioned can be found in the NOOSR
guidelines)
Note: MOI is not accepted, we accept only a letter of English proficiency in case you find
any application that requires an MOI, kindly submit the same or it will be rejected
Admissions criteria may vary depending on the course you're applying for. Please check specific entry requirements for postgraduate degrees
All students are guaranteed accommodation for their first year of study, provided that they meet certain conditions. A full list of these conditions can be found on the university website
Both self-catered and catered accommodation is available and Internet access is provided.
International students are placed across university accommodation and do not have to move out of their accommodation during the Christmas and Easter vacations.
Most accommodation sites are within 10 minutes' walk of the campus. Some are a little further out, but nothing more than a short Metro or bus journey away
Have accepted our academic offer to study at Newcastle as your firm choice university
Be enrolled for the full academic year
Be a single student (ie not need accommodation for you and a partner or family)
Have completed the online Accommodation Application .
The guarantee may involve some temporary sharing at the start of term.
Mature undergraduate students aged 25+ will be allowed to choose from residence options within both undergraduate and postgraduate areas. If you prefer not to live with students between the ages of 18-22, we recommend you make your selections based on the postgraduate options available.
Be enrolled for the full academic year
Be a single student (ie not need accommodation for you and a partner or family)
Meet all conditions of the academic offer to study at Newcastle
Have completed the online Accommodation Application
Pay an application fee payment of £500 (refundable off your summer term's rent)
| Conditional Offer | Unconditional Offer | CAS |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Weeks | 10 Days | 4 Days |
Funding is available to UK, EU or non-EU international students, with a variety of fully funded and partially funded scholarships and studentship opportunities.
Funding options also include a range of tuition fee discounts, fee instalment plans, UK Research Councils and doctoral training centre funding, alongside alumni and charity awards.
The university aims to make the search for funding as easy as possible, with a comprehensive online easy to use funding database, updated on a weekly basis. Please refer to the university website for further information.
Opportunity Scholarships – cash bursaries worth up to £2,000 per year
You may also be able to apply for one of subject scholarships or sports scholarships.
10 100% International Foundation scholarships available for gifted students .
To apply you must already hold an offer to study at INTO Newcastle University.
International Foundation in Architecture
International Foundation in Business and Management
International Foundation in Humanities and Social Sciences
International Foundation in Physical Sciences and Engineering
International Foundation in Biological and Biomedical Sciences
There are numerous other scholarships.Please refer university website for detail qualifications required.
You can also apply for the British Government's Chevening Scholarships, and a variety of private agencies and charities for scholarships, bursaries and grants to study in the UK. For more information visit the British Council website or the UK Council for International Student Affairs website.
The Complete University Guide 2018 : 23
World University Rankings 2017 : 190
The Guardian University League Tables 2018 : 30
QS World University Ranking 2018: 161
Newcastle University holds the 1st rank in the UK for Computing Science research impact
The university also holds the 3rd position in the UK for Civil Engineering research.
11th in the UK for Mathematical Sciences research (REF 2014)
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) tier 1 strategic partner
94% of our 2017/18 UK full-time undergraduates progressed to employment.
Awarded 5 QS Stars for Student Employability (2021)
Watch the videos to learn about the student
life-cycle and the teaching environment
at the University.
Watch the videos to learn about the student life-cycle and the teaching environment at the University.
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