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Newcastle University
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| Established: 1834 | Campuses: 1 in United Kingdom

Why Choose Newcastle University?

Russell Group Excellence & Global Recognition

Russell Group Excellence & Global Recognition

Ranked 137th globally (QS 2026) and a member of the prestigious Russell Group, Newcastle offers world-leading research standards. It is also ranked 83rd globally in Medical/Health Sciences, demonstrating clinical excellence

Outstanding Graduate Employability

Outstanding Graduate Employability

With 95% of graduates employed or in further study within 6 months, Newcastle ranks in the top 10 UK universities for graduate prospects. The university boasts strong ties with major employers like Google, Microsoft, and the NHS

Unbeatable Value & Affordability

Unbeatable Value & Affordability

Located in the North East, the second most affordable region in the UK, living costs are approximately £1,100/month. The lower maintenance fund requirement of £1,171/month makes it financially accessible for international students

Research Innovation & Industry Connections

Research Innovation & Industry Connections

Gold-rated in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), the university features flagship facilities like the £58m Urban Sciences Building. Curriculum relevance is ensured by Industrial Advisory Boards including Meta and Airbus

INTO Pathway Advantage

INTO Pathway Advantage

INTO programmes offer affordable access (£7,500–£16,500) compared to direct entry. Students benefit from integrated English support and guaranteed progression to a Newcastle degree upon achieving 50%+ overall

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Newcastle University

Rankings &
Achievements

QS Ranking

#137th

QS World Ranking 2026

QS Ranking

#157th

THE World Ranking 2025

QS Ranking

#200

US News Global Ranking 2025

Course Highlights

INTO Pathway Programmes (Gateway to Newcastle Degrees)

Pathway Program

Duration

Annual Fee (2025-26)

Intake Months

Progression Path

Notes

International Foundation (Business & Management)

1 year (3 terms)

£7,500

June, September

Year 1 of Business/Management/Social Science degrees (20+ options)

IELTS 5.5 (3-term) / 5.0 (4-term). Min 45% overall for progression. Age 17+.

International Foundation (Science & Engineering)

1 year (3-4 terms)

£7,500

June, September

Year 1 of Engineering/Science/Maths degrees (35+ options)

IELTS 5.5 (3-term) / 5.0 (4-term). Min 50% overall. Modules: English, Maths, Physics, Statistics.

International Foundation (Law)

1 year (3-4 terms)

£7,500

June, September

Year 1 of Law (LLB)

IELTS 6.0 (3-term) / 5.5 (4-term). Higher English due to language-intensive nature.

International Year One (Business & Management)

9-12 months (3-4 terms)

£12,000–£15,000

September

Year 2 of Business/Management/Accounting/Finance degrees

Combines Level 1 university modules with English/study skills support. IELTS 5.5–6.0. Min 50% to progress.

International Year One (Science)

9-12 months (3-4 terms)

£12,000–£15,000

September

Year 2 of Engineering/Science/Biological Science degrees

Laboratory work, practical skills, English support. IELTS 5.5–6.0. Min 50% to progress.

Pre-Masters (Business & Management)

9-12 months (3-4 terms)

£13,500–£16,000

September

Year 1 of Master's in Business/Accounting/Finance/Management/Marketing (20+ options)

IELTS 5.5–6.0. Min 50% for progression. For graduates below direct Master's level.

Pre-Masters (Science & Engineering)

9-12 months (3-4 terms)

£13,500–£16,000

September

Year 1 of Master's in Engineering/Computing/Data Science/Biological Sciences (10+ options)

Subject-specific + academic skills modules. IELTS 5.5–6.0. Min 50% to progress.

Pre-Masters (Law)

9-12 months (3-4 terms)

£14,000–£16,500

September

Year 1 of LLM programmes (law specialisations)

IELTS 6.0–6.5 (Law requires higher English). Min 50% to progress.

Direct Newcastle University Degrees (Non-Pathway)

Program Type

Duration

Annual Fee (International 2025-26)

Graduate Route Duration

Bachelor's (BA/BSc) Honours

3 years

£12,000–£23,089 (varies by subject)

2 years

Bachelor's Engineering (BEng/MEng)

3 years (BEng) / 4 years (MEng)

£13,000–£23,089

2 years

Master's (MSc/MA/LLM/MBA)

1 year (12 months)

£12,000–£25,000 (varies widely)

2 years

PhD / Doctoral

3 years

International fees apply; many funded positions available

3 years

Application Intakes by Discipline

Discipline

Major Intakes (Month)

Application Deadline

Special Notes

INTO Foundation (All pathways)

June, September, January (varies)

Rolling basis

Earlier application = better cohort choice. Recommended: 4-6 months before desired intake.

INTO International Year One

September (primary)

Rolling basis

Aligns with university academic calendar. Limited January intakes.

INTO Pre-Masters

September (primary); January (limited)

Rolling basis

September cohort completes July/August → progresses September.

Undergraduate (UCAS)

September 2026

14 January 2026 (standard deadline)

Medicine/Dentistry: 15 October 2025. After 30 June 2026: direct application or Clearing.

Postgraduate (Direct)

September 2026 (primary)

Rolling basis throughout year

Early application (Sept–Oct) = best choice and funding. January intake: limited courses.

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Popular Study Areas

Medicine
Medicine
Nursing
Nursing
Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Computing & IT
Computing & IT
Engineering (General)
Engineering (General)
Business & Management
Business & Management
Law
Law
Psychology
Psychology
Economics
Economics
Biological Sciences
Biological Sciences

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Entry Requirements

Undergraduate Entry:
  • Direct Entry: A-Levels (AAB–ABB); India Class XII 75%; IB 36+.
  • INTO Foundation: Class X completion + good secondary grades.
  • English (Direct): IELTS 6.5 overall (min 5.5–6.0).
  • English (Foundation): IELTS 5.5 (3-term) or 5.0 (4-term).
Postgraduate Entry:
  • Direct Entry: Bachelor's degree. Indian Tier-1: 60%; Tier-2: 62%; Tier-3: 65%.
  • INTO Pre-Masters: 50% overall acceptable.
  • English (Direct): IELTS 6.5 overall (min 6.0).
  • English (Pre-Masters): IELTS 5.5–6.0.

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Scholarships at Newcastle University

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships (VCIS)
Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships (VCIS)

£7,000 tuition fee award

Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarships (VCES
Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarships (VCES

Up to 50% tuition fees (£6,000–£12,500+); Up to 100% (limited, highly competitive)

Vice-Chancellor's Pakistan Future Leaders Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor's Pakistan Future Leaders Scholarship

£10,000 tuition fee award

Vice-Chancellor's Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor's Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarship

£10,000 tuition fee award

Vice-Chancellor's China Future Leaders Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor's China Future Leaders Scholarship

25% tuition fee discount

Chevening Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships

Fully funded Master's: tuition + living expenses + return flights + exclusive events

Newton Scholarships
Newton Scholarships

Varies (typically substantial)

STEM Scholarships
STEM Scholarships

£3,000–£5,000

Arts & Humanities Scholarships
Arts & Humanities Scholarships

£3,000–£5,000

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Student Support Services

Academic
Academic

24/7 library access, writing support, and personal academic advisors.

Wellbeing
Wellbeing

Free counselling, mental health assessments, and 24/7 crisis support.

International
International

Dedicated visa guidance, airport pickup, and International Welcome Week

Disability
Disability

Comprehensive support including exam accommodations and assistive technology.

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