Newcastle University

Newcastle University is a university in Newcastle upon Tyne. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 28 institutions we list in United Kingdom.

Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, United Kingdom

Why students choose Newcastle University

Top 200 worldwide, at #161 (QS World University Rankings 2018)
Top 200 among the best global universities, at #187 (US News 2017)
Top 200 worldwide, at #196, for academic performance (University Ranking by Academic Performance)
Top 15 in the UK for student satisfaction (National Student Survey)
4th in the UK for student employment opportunities and 5th for careers advice and guidance (International Student Barometer)
Five stars for research, employability, teaching quality, facilities, internationalisation, innovation and professional standards (QS Quacquarelli Symonds)

Newcastle University entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Foundation year

Completion of year 11
IELTS 5.0

International Diploma

Completion of year 12
IELTS 5.5

Pre-master's

A bachelor's degree

Frequently asked

What are the entry requirements for Newcastle University?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. Completion of year 11

Where is Newcastle University?

Newcastle University is in Newcastle upon Tyne, at Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, United Kingdom.

Can international students work while studying at Newcastle University?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In United Kingdom the current allowance is 20 hours/week during term, and the post-study route is graduate route — 2 years (18 months from jan 2027).