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More than 1,000 awards
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
"A global top-150 research university with campuses in the UK, Singapore and Malaysia"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#149 (QS)
PSW VISA
2 years (18 months from Jan 2027)
About Newcastle University
Newcastle University was established in 1834 and is a global top 150 university, ranked 149th in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and 144th in THE 2026. It has about 29,000 students from over 135 countries, with 25% international students, and offers more than 185 undergraduate and over 300 postgraduate degrees. Besides Newcastle it has campuses in Singapore, for engineering degrees, and in Malaysia, for undergraduate medical and biomedical education. It holds QS 5 Stars and over 1,000 scholarships are offered to international and EU students.
Rankings & Recognition
#149
Ranked #149 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#137 in QS 2026) and #144 in THE 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 5 Stars overall
QS Sustainability 2026: joint #64 in the world
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Newcastle University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1834
Founded
approx. 29,000
Total Students
25%
International Students
135+ countries
Nationalities
#144
THE 2026
Popular Programs
Medicine
Computer Science
Engineering
Marine Technology
Business
Sustainability
Application Details
Application Route
UCAS (UG) / direct online (PG)
Application Fee
N/A
Intakes
September
Intl. Housing
Guaranteed in first year
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS)
Post-Study Work
2 years (18 months from Jan 2027)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Worker visa route
Financials
Application Fee
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Avg Scholarship
1,000+ international awards
Career Outcomes
95%
Placement Ratio
2 years (18 months from Jan 2027)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Newcastle University's main campus is in Newcastle upon Tyne. It also has campuses in Singapore, for engineering, and Malaysia, for medicine and biomedical education.
Campus Details
Newcastle
plus Singapore and Malaysia campuses
29000
students
135+
countries
Campus Forecast
Cool and breezy
Winter lows near 1 C (approx.)
Summer highs near 19 C (approx.)
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing guaranteed for international students in first year
Private housing advice service
Dining
Campus cafes and city restaurants
Health & Wellness
NHS access through the health surcharge
Student wellbeing services
Activities & Clubs
International Welcome Week
Students Union clubs and societies
Top 50 student city (QS 2026)
Diversity & Demographics
International Students
25%
Student Nationalities
135+ countries
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
15,000 – 45,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Newcastle's main intake is September. Undergraduates apply through UCAS (UK main deadline in January 2027) and postgraduates apply online. International students get an International Welcome Week and guaranteed first-year housing.
Scholarships at Newcastle University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Grades set per course on the Newcastle page. English test needed.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree in a related subject. English test needed. See course page.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Degree or school certificate
English test certificate (IELTS or equivalent)
Personal statement
Academic reference
CV (postgraduate)
Proof of funds (for visa)
Application Process
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Choose course
Pick a course and check entry rules on ncl.ac.uk.
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Apply
Undergraduates apply through UCAS. Postgraduate applicants apply directly online.
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Get offer
Receive a conditional or unconditional offer and accept it.
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Pay deposit & get CAS
Pay the deposit if asked and receive your CAS from the university.
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Student visa
Apply online for a UK Student visa and pay the health surcharge (IHS).
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Arrive & enrol
Arrive in the UK, check your eVisa details and complete enrolment.
Campus & Location
Newcastle University's main campus is in Newcastle upon Tyne. It also has campuses in Singapore, for engineering, and Malaysia, for medicine and biomedical education.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Medicine (MBBS)
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Bachelor's
Computer Science
Master's
1
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Master's
Advanced Computer Science
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