Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom • Founded 1834 • QS 2027 #149
Updated Sep 2026 · Source: ncl.ac.uk
Overview
Newcastle University is a public research university based in Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England, tracing its origins to the Newcastle-upon-Tyne School of Medicine and Surgery founded in 1834; it became part of Durham University in 1852 before later gaining independent university status.
The institution is organised into three faculties, Humanities and Social Sciences with 10 schools and 3 institutes, Medical Sciences with 5 schools and 3 institutes, and Science, Agriculture and Engineering with 4 schools, and also runs NUMed Malaysia and a Singapore campus, enrolling about 25,777 students at the main UK site plus 1,483 more across the Malaysia and Singapore campuses in 2025-26, a grand total of 27,260. Around 4,484 of the UK-site students, about 17%, are international.
As of 31 July 2025 the university employed 6,463 staff, comprising 2,976 academic and 3,487 support roles. Undergraduate admission runs through UCAS under institution code N21, and total income for the year ending 31 July 2025 was 636.9 million pounds against expenditure of 639.7 million pounds.
Location & Contact
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Academic Details
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Academic Structures
Newcastle University's faculties, schools, institutes, and constituent units are listed below.
Unit 3 items
- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Privy Council.
Humanities and Social Sciences (Faculty) 15 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Arts and Humanities
- Business Administration
- Cultural Studies
- Education
- English
- Geography
- History
- Landscape Architecture
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Modern Languages
- Political Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
Medical Sciences (Faculty) 23 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry
- Cardiology
- Cell Biology
- Dentistry
- Diabetology
- Embryology and Reproduction Biology
- Endocrinology
- Gastroenterology
- Gerontology
- Haematology
- Laboratory Techniques
- Medicine
- Neurology
- Oncology
- Paediatrics
- Physiology
- Public Health
- Radiology
- Respiratory Therapy
- Rheumatology
- Surgery
- Tropical Medicine
Science, Agriculture and Engineering (Faculty) 15 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agricultural Economics
- Agriculture
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biology
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Food Science
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Natural Sciences
- Statistics
Programs Offered
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262 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom
Honours Degree 109 programmes
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Master's Degree 139 programmes
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Doctorate 10 programmes
Postgraduate Certificate 2 programmes
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How to apply to Newcastle University
The application path for Newcastle University, in five steps.
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Identify the right programme
Use the programme finder to browse Newcastle University's 262 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Check entry requirements
Programme-level requirements at Newcastle University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Prepare your application documents
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
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Submit via UCAS or the institution
Newcastle University takes undergraduate applications through the UCAS system (ucas.com). Postgraduate applicants apply directly through Newcastle University's own admissions portal at www.ncl.ac.uk instead.
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Get in touch with admissions
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +44 (191) 208 6000. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Newcastle University
Frequently asked questions about Newcastle University.
When was Newcastle University founded?
Newcastle University was established in 1834 (approximately 192 years ago).
Where is Newcastle University located?
Newcastle University is located in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.
What is Newcastle University's control type?
It is a public higher-education institution.
What is the student enrolment at Newcastle University?
Student enrolment at Newcastle University is around 27,230.
How is Newcastle University ranked?
Newcastle University holds rank QS 2027 #149.
What degrees does Newcastle University offer?
Programmes at Newcastle University cover bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
How is Newcastle University organised academically?
The institution comprises 3 academic units.
Is Newcastle University officially recognised?
Yes, Newcastle University is recognised by Privy Council.
How do I find Newcastle University online?
The institution's website is www.ncl.ac.uk.
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