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Northumbria University

Newcastle upon Tyne , UK

Northumbria University
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Northumbria University is a public university that is known for its research and academic excellence. It is located in Newcastle in the United Kingdom. It is ranked at 401-500 in Times Higher Education (THE) (2022) and 651-700 in the QS (2023) World University Rankings. It was called Newcastle Polytechnic, formed in 1969 by fusing three colleges.The Polytechnic became the City College of Education in 1974, followed by the Northern Counties College of Education in 1975. In 1992, it got university status, becoming the Northumbria University. It has earned severl accreditations, including AACSB. The institution has a 32,000-strong student population, with 3,300 foreign students on the main campuses and 3,000 more studying in their countries. It has 222,000 graduates from 176 global countries.There are two campuses in Newcastle, including one at Coach Lane. There is a campus at Liverpool as well. There are several research and innovation centers and units, along with research programs in fields like construction, technology, process and management, civil engineering: heritage and future, cultural negotiation of science, visual and material cultures, and contemporary art research forum (CARF), and many others.There are four faculties: Engineering and Environment, Arts, Design and Social Sciences, Health and Life Sciences, and Business and Law. Several departments include Computer and Information Sciences, Applied Sciences, Geography and Environmental Sciences, Law, Business, Humanities, Psychology, Sports, Exercise and Rehabilitation, and more.Famous alumni include the youngest minister in Spain, Bibiana Aido; Police and Crime Commissioner at Northumbria Police, Dame Vera Baird; singer Tunde Baiyewu; Chief Executive at BAFTA, Amanda Berry; and Steve Cram, iconic British athlete.There are several career services including the Graduate Futures program, which offers employability guidance, inputs, careers clinic appointments, and more. There are various self-help tools and resources for students, including books, Careers Online, Jobs Online, and various career events. Students get help with jobs, placements, and internships. There is a dedicated Placements and Internships team as well. ...Read more

Northumbria University's Fees

The table below gives you a glance at the course fees for the top undergraduate courses at Northumbria University.CourseFull Course Fee (£)International Year One Business19,000BSc (Hons)19,000BA (Hons) Business Enterprise, Creation and Management (Top-Up)19,000BA (Hons) International Banking and Finance (Top-Up)19,000BSc Global Business Management (Top Up)19,000BSc Global Business Management (Logistics ad Supply Chain) (Top-Up)19,000BSc Global Business Management (Marketing) (Top-Up)19,000BSc Global Business Management (Marketing) (Top-Up)19,000BSc International Banking and Finance (Top-Up)19,000BSc International Tourism, Hospitality and Events (Top-Up)19,000The table below gives you a glance at the course fees for the top postgraduate courses at Northumbria University.CourseFull Course Fee (£)Business Graduate6,750Arts, Design and Social Sciences17,500Conservation of Fine Art MA38,000Business and Finance Courses (1 Year)19,000Business and Finance Courses (2 Years)22,000Law Courses12,300 to £20,500Computing, Engineering and Environment Courses (1 Year)19,000Computing, Engineering and Environment Courses (2 Years)22,000Health and Science Courses17,500 to £22,000 ...Read more

Accommodation

The campus of Northumbria University is split across three towns and four different locations. The university has two campuses—City Campus and Coach Lane Campus—in its Newcastle upon Tyne estate. Additionally, two more recent campuses of Northumbria University are located in London and Amsterdam. Over the past few years, the institution has invested more than 250 million pounds in improving its campuses.With high-speed internet, the student hub is furnished with 100 PCs and 15 Apple Macs. Additionally, the City Campus features a sports center with a variety of athletic gear.The following table shows the per week cost of the NU residences available for student accommodation.ResidenceCost (£) per weekStephenson94.19Glenamara106.96Claude Gibb- Catered139.02Quay PointUnavailableByron CentralUnavailableWinn143.78Trinity Square142.03New BridgeUnavailableCamden Court158.31 ...Read more

Scholarship

International and domestic students can receive financial aid from Northumbria University through bursaries and scholarships. The following scholarships are currently granted.UG Sanctuary ScholarshipPG Sanctuary ScholarshipNorthumbria Global ScholarshipThe Bar ScholarshipInternational Alumni ScholarshipNU & AUAS Postgraduate Scholarship

Northumbria University's Admission

Applicants seeking admission to Northumbria University should be aware of the following guidelines:UCAS.com is where undergraduate home applications should be sent.Using NU's course search, undergraduate applicants from outside the EU and from abroad can apply online.Through the course search option of NU, all Postgraduate applications can be submitted online.

Northumbria University's Ranking

According to QS Top universities, Northumbria University is ranked #651-700 in the QS World University Rankings and #301-330 in the QS WUR Ranking By Subject. It ranks #501-550 in the QS Sustainability Ranking and #251-300 in the Graduate Employability Ranking. According to Times Higher Education (THE), NU ranks 501-650th in the World University Rankings 2023.

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Sutherland Building, 2 Ellison Pl, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST, United Kingdom

Founded in 1969

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About the University

Northumbria University (NU) includes campuses in London and Amsterdam in addition to its main campus in Newcastle upon Tyne, which is consistently ranked as the best city in the UK for students. Rutherford College, which was established in 1880, is where the university got its origins.  Its principal address is '110-114 Middlesex St, London E1 7HT, United Kingdom'. Modern, research-heavy Northumbria University has a worldwide reputation for academic excellence. In the Times Higher Education Awards, it received the title of UK University of the Year 2022. A few of the university’s notable alumni are Sting, Vera Baird, Jony Ive, and Victoria Pendleton. 

Northumbria University Highlight

The following information about the university is in table format:

Type of University (Public/Private)

Public Research University

Total Student Population

33,500

Percentage of International Student Population

23%

Acceptance Rate

65%

Student-Faculty Ratio

14:7

Number of Campuses (Domestic + International)

4

Number of Scholarships Awarded

 

Official Website

https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/ 

 About Campus and Accommodation

The campus of Northumbria University is split across three towns and four different locations. The university has two campuses—City Campus and Coach Lane Campus—in its Newcastle upon Tyne estate. Additionally, two more recent campuses of Northumbria University are located in London and Amsterdam. Over the past few years, the institution has invested more than 250 million pounds in improving its campuses. With high-speed internet, the student hub is furnished with 100 PCs and 15 Apple Macs. Additionally, the City Campus features a sports center with a variety of athletic gear.

The following table shows the per week cost of the NU residences available for student accommodation. 

Residence

Cost (£) per week

Stephenson94.19
Glenamara106.96
Claude Gibb- Catered 139.02
Quay PointUnavailable
Byron CentralUnavailable
Winn143.78
Trinity Square142.03
New BridgeUnavailable
Camden Court158.31

Northumbria University Global Ranking

According to QS Topuniversities, Northumbria University is ranked #651-700 in the QS World University Rankings and #301-330 in the QS WUR Ranking By Subject. It ranks #501-550 in the QS Sustainability Ranking and #251-300 in the Graduate Employability Ranking. According to Times Higher Education (THE), NU ranks 501-650th in the World University Rankings 2023. 

Acceptance Rate of the University

The admissions process at Northumbria University is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of 65% in most years. However, the rate of acceptance is not fixed and varies from time to time. 

Top Courses Offered at Northumbria University

Applicants are given a wide range of subject areas to choose from. 

The table below gives you a glance at the course fees for the top undergraduate courses at Northumbria University. 

Course

Full Course Fee (£)

International Year One Business19,000
BSc (Hons)19,000
BA (Hons) Business Enterprise, Creation and Management (Top-Up)19,000
BA (Hons) International Banking and Finance (Top-Up)19,000
BSc Global Business Management (Top Up)19,000
BSc Global Business Management (Logistics and Supply Chain) (Top-Up)19,000
BSc Global Business Management (Marketing) (Top-Up)19,000
BSc Global Business Management (Marketing) (Top-Up)19,000
BSc International Banking and Finance (Top-Up)19,000
BSc International Tourism, Hospitality and Events (Top-Up)19,000

The table below gives you a glance at the course fees for the top postgraduate courses at Northumbria University. 

Course

Full Course Fee (£)

Business Graduate6,750
Arts, Design and Social Sciences17,500
Conservation of Fine Art MA38,000
Business and Finance Courses (1 Year)19,000
Business and Finance Courses (2 Years)22,000
Law Courses12,300 to £20,500
Computing, Engineering and Environment Courses (1 Year)19,000
Computing, Engineering and Environment Courses (2 Years)22,000
Health and Science Courses17,500 to  £22,000

Northumbria University Admission Process

Applicants seeking admission to Northumbria University should be aware of the following guidelines:

  • UCAS.com is where undergraduate home applications should be sent.
  • Using NU's course search, undergraduate applicants from outside the EU and from abroad can apply online.
  • Through the course search option of NU, all Postgraduate applications can be submitted online.

Documents Required for Northumbria University

The following documents are necessary for applying to the undergraduate courses at Northumbria University. 

  • Official transcripts from high school. 
  • Mandatory certificate of Standard XII
  • Passport
  • Identity proof
  • English Language Proficiency proof

The following documents are necessary for applying to the postgraduate courses at Northumbria University. 

  • Academic transcripts
  • References
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume
  • English Language Proficiency proof
  • UG Degree certificates for some Indian cities

Exam Requirements for Northumbria University

The following are the exam requirements for applying to the degree programs of Northumbria University. 

  • In order to have a decent chance of being admitted to Northumbria University in the United Kingdom, applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.
  • International applicants must secure at least 65% in their last high school (equivalent to standard XII) examination. 
  • NU requires students to secure at least 6.0 in IELTS. 
  • Students must also secure a total of 89 in the TOEFL test. 

Northumbria University Cost of Attendance

Students must pay various living expenses in the United Kingdom in addition to their tuition. The table below provides an estimate of average expenditures. These can change based on a student's lifestyle.

ExpensesAverage Cost (£)
Tuition19,000
Accommodation>55,000
Others50,000

Available Scholarships for Northumbria University

International and domestic students can receive financial aid from Northumbria University through bursaries and scholarships. The following scholarships are currently granted.

  1. UG Sanctuary Scholarship
  2. PG Sanctuary Scholarship
  3. Northumbria Global Scholarship
  4. The Bar Scholarship
  5. International Alumni Scholarship
  6. NU & AUAS Postgraduate Scholarship

Placements at Northumbria University

The fact that 96% of the graduates of Northumbria University are employed or enrolled in further education and that Northumbria placed in the seventh position in the UK for the percentage of graduates holding professional employment is not surprising.

According to QS World University Rankings' 2022 the Global Employability Ranking, Northumbria University is ranked in #251-300. Numerous optional or mandatory placements are undertaken by Northumbria University students. These can include a third-year full-time placement, part-time jobs, summer jobs, or short-term project work. The placements provide at least 12,700 GBP annually.

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Acceptance Rate

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University Type

University of Oxford

17.50%

4

Public

University of Cambridge

21%

2

Public

Coventry University

32.00%

700

Public

University of East London

56%

1000

Public

University of Hertfordshire

70%

1000

Public

University of Birmingham

13.5%-15%

91

Public

Imperial College London

14% - 15%

6

Public

University of Glasgow

74.30%

100

Public

University of Leeds

77%

86

Public

University of Leicester

71.20%

279

Public

University of Bristol

67.00%

61

Public

Kings College London

13.00%

37

Public

Birmingham City University

50%-53%

1200

Public

Brunel University

70%

412

Public

Teesside University

31%

1001

Public

University of West London

4.00%

107

Public

University of Roehampton

42.00%

1577

Public

University of Portsmouth

90.00%

750

Public

Queen Mary University of London

43.60%

125

Public

Northumbria University

65.00%

651-700

Public

De Montfort University

45.00%

1000

Public

Cardiff University

20%

187

Public

Middlesex University

57%

799

Public

Nottingham Trent University

15%

1000

Public

University of Nottingham

11%

114

Private

University of Westminster

18%

1702

Public

Leeds Beckett University

80%

1200

Public

University of Strathclyde

42.00%

325

Public

University of Exeter

87.50%

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University College London

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Northumbria University acceptance rate?

Selection is based on prior academic achievement. Northumbria University in Newcastle has an acceptance rate between 63% and 85.5%, making it considerably easier to get into. For Master's degree admissions, students must have an overall undergraduate aggregate score of 55–65%, and for a Bachelor's degree, they must have an overall Standard XII score of 65% or above.

What are the popular courses at Northumbria University?

Offering degrees in most major subject areas, Northumbria University is renowned for the caliber of its employability-ready graduates. Some of the best courses in the UK are offered at Northumbria University in the fields of engineering, computing, sciences, business, law, design, built and natural environment, arts, social sciences, psychology, sport, and health.

What is Northumbria University known for?

With first-rate amenities and top-notch instruction, Northumbria University provides an exceptional learning environment. The city of Newcastle upon Tyne, where the institution is situated, is a fantastic place to live and study. More than 227,000 graduates from the alumni network, who work in 176 countries and a variety of industries, are having a significant effect on the globe. International students frequently choose Northumbria as their academic destination since Newcastle is routinely ranked as one of the safest, finest, and most inexpensive places in the UK for students to reside.

Where is Northumbria University situated?

In a study conducted by MSN Travel, Newcastle upon Tyne, which has been named the UK's top student city for three years running, is home to Northumbria University.

How to get admission to Northumbria University?

Choose the course you want to apply for. Use the Northumbria University Online Portal to submit your application and any necessary paperwork. Candidates will get an immediate response, enabling them to monitor their development. By login into the website, you can determine the progress of your application. Go to the offer acceptance page if you are selected to learn how to accept the offer. Transcripts of Academic Achievement and an education certificate with a score of 65% or better are essential documentation. Test results for English language competency, ID documentation, and a passport. two letters of recommendation are also included.

When was Northumbria University founded?

In 1992, it changed its name to Northumbria University, and today it is home to over 35,000 students from roughly 135 different countries and 20 schools and departments.

Where is Northumbria University ranked in the world?

Past academic performance has been ranked #651-700 in QS World University Rankings 2023 according to the QS Top Universities. Moreover, THE Times Higher Education Places them 501–600th in the World University Rankings 2023.

Is Northumbria University public or private?

Northumbria University at Newcastle is one of the top public universities in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

Is it hard to get to Northumbria University?

It is moderately difficult to get to Northumbria University. The university is fairly selective in its admissions.

What are the fees of Northumbria University University in rupees?

Undergraduate tuition at Northumbria University is typically fixed at INR 13.75 L, whereas postgraduate tuition ranges from INR 16 L to 28 L.

How many Indians study at Northumbria University?

More than 1500 Indian students are currently enrolled in the diverse courses of Northumbria University, like Business with International Management, Biotechnology, Electric Power Engineering, Design, Graphic Design, Fashion Management, Sports Management, Medical Science, and others.

What are the popular majors at Northumbria University?

The most popular courses taught at Northumbria University are Computing, Engineering, Business, Sciences, Law, Built and Natural Environment, Design, Social Sciences, Art, Health, Sport and Psychology.

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