Top Universities in Newcastle
1. Newcastle University
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Member of the Russell Group (UK’s Ivy League)
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Ranked Top 150 globally (QS World Rankings)
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Renowned for: Study in Newcastle upon Tyne
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Data Science, AI, and Computing
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Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical)
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Architecture & Urban Planning
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Biomedical Sciences & Pharmacy
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Business, Economics, and Marketing
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Media, Culture & International Politics
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2. Northumbria University
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Modern, career-focused university
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Ranked Top 30 UK University for Graduate Start-ups
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Known for:
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Business & Finance
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Cyber Security & Computing
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Art, Fashion & Design
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Law, Criminology & Forensics
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Sports Science, Public Health & Nursing
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Popular Courses for Indian Students
| Field | Available At |
|---|---|
| MSc Data Science / AI | Newcastle, Northumbria |
| MBA / Business Analytics | Both Universities |
| Engineering (All Streams) | Newcastle University |
| MSc Cyber Security | Northumbria University |
| MSc Public Health | Northumbria |
| LLM / Law | Both |
| MSc Renewable Energy | Newcastle |
Undergraduate (UG)
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CBSE/ISC/State Boards: 75–85%+
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IELTS 6.5 (min. 5.5 in each band)
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UCAS application with SOP & 1 recommendation
Postgraduate (PG)
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Indian Bachelor's with 55–70%+ (depends on course/university)
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IELTS 6.5–7.0 (TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo accepted)
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SOP + CV + References
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For MBA: Work experience is preferred (not mandatory for all programs)
Tuition Fees (Per Year)
| Course Type | Newcastle Univ. | Northumbria Univ. |
|---|---|---|
| UG Programs | £20,000–£24,000 | £16,500–£18,000 |
| PG Taught (MSc) | £21,000–£25,000 | £17,000–£18,500 |
| MBA | ~£27,600 | ~£19,500–£21,000 |
Newcastle University:
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Vice-Chancellor’s Global Scholarships (£4,000–£6,000)
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South Asia PG Excellence Awards
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Commonwealth & Chevening Scholarships
Northumbria University:
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Northumbria Global Scholarship – Automatic £2,000–£3,000
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Master’s Scholarship for India
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Other regional bursaries & early-payment discounts
Accommodation in Newcastle
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On-campus halls, private residences & shared housing
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Rent range: £400–£700/month
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Student areas: Jesmond, Heaton, Sandyford, City Centre
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Halls include internet, bills, and security
Monthly Living Costs
| Expense | Average Cost |
|---|---|
| Rent | £400–£600 |
| Food & Groceries | £120–£180 |
| Transport | £30–£50 |
| Personal Expenses | £100–£150 |
UK Student Visa
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Student Route Visa (formerly Tier 4)
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Documents required:
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CAS letter from university
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Proof of funds (tuition + £1,023/month for 9 months)
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IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo score
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Academic transcripts
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Work up to 20 hours/week during term
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Post-study visa (Graduate Route): 2 years work after graduation
Student Life in Newcastle
✅ One of the best student cities in the UK
✅ Safe, walkable, and lively with a low cost of living
✅ Excellent public transport & nightlife
✅ Indian restaurants, temples, and grocery stores nearby
✅ Active Indian and South Asian societies
✅ Beautiful River Tyne, historic castles & bridges
Travel & Connectivity
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Newcastle International Airport connects to Europe, Middle East, and India (via London/Doha)
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3 hours by train to London
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1.5 hours to Edinburgh