Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
"A Newcastle university with strong industry links and a campus in London"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#528 (QS)
PSW VISA
2 years (18 months from Jan 2027)
About Northumbria University
Northumbria University was founded in 1969 and is in Newcastle upon Tyne, with a main City Campus that is home to all faculties including Northumbria Law School. It has a London campus, run with QA Higher Education, and a campus in Amsterdam. It is ranked as a single institution: joint 528th in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (550th in 2026) and 37th out of 130 in the Complete University Guide 2027. International students come from 145 countries.
Rankings & Recognition
#528
Ranked #=528 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (third-party report) and #550 in QS 2026. UK #37 in CUG 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
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Key Facts
1969
Founded
#550
QS Rank 2026
#37 in UK
CUG 2027
145 countries
Intl. Students From
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London Campus Courses
Popular Programs
Law
Business
Computer Science
Project Management
Data Science
Psychology
Application Details
Application Route
UCAS (UG) / direct online (PG)
Application Fee
N/A
Intakes
September, January
Jan 2027 Intake
Applications opened July 2026
Tuition Deposit (approx.)
GBP 5,500
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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
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Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
2 years (18 months from Jan 2027)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Campus & Location
Northumbria's main City Campus is in Newcastle upon Tyne. Its London campus is at Middlesex Street near Liverpool Street, and it also has a campus in Amsterdam.
Campus Details
Newcastle
plus London and Amsterdam campuses
145
countries
Campus Forecast
Cool and breezy
Winter lows near 1 C (approx.)
Summer highs near 19 C (approx.)
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University housing and private housing in Newcastle
Dining
Campus cafes and city restaurants
Health & Wellness
NHS access through the health surcharge
Student wellbeing services
Activities & Clubs
Students Union clubs and societies
Sports clubs
Placement and career events
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students From
145 countries
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - PG (approx.)
GBP 20,950-21,500 total
Tuition Deposit (approx.)
GBP 5,500 minimum
Intakes & Deadlines
Northumbria takes students in September and January (the London campus also in May). Applications for January 2027 opened in early July 2026. Listed scholarship dates were 29 May 2026 for September 2026 entry and 30 October 2026 for January 2027 entry.
Scholarships at Northumbria University
0 scholarships 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 Northumbria 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 northumbria.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
Northumbria's main City Campus is in Newcastle upon Tyne. Its London campus is at Middlesex Street near Liverpool Street, and it also has a campus in Amsterdam.
Master's
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Master's
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Master's
Psychology
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