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University of Newcastle
Ranking
14Established in
1965Famous For
Architecture, Business, Education
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- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
Consistently ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, the University of Newcastle is a renowned research-intensive university in New South Wales. Newcastle’s world-class research and strong national and international partnerships drive innovation by allowing students to challenge conventional ideas and break new ground in their academics.
International students at Newcastle can pursue undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in 10 key study areas:
- Architecture and construction
- Business and management
- Computing, mathematics, and technology
- Creative industries and communication
- Education
- Engineering
- Health and medicine
- Humanities and social sciences
- Law
- Science and the environment
World-class teaching faculty at Newcastle utilise modern facilities to provide students with an immersive learning experience. In addition to providing a high-quality education, Newcastle offers students a cost-conscious education as its location in regional Australia results in lower tuition fees and living costs than major Australian cities.
CRICOS code: 00109J
Services
The University of Newcastle provides a range of support services to address any challenges that may arise during a student’s life in university, including academic, personal, health, language, and career issues. Newcastle’s dedicated International Student Support team welcomes international students to campus with engagement events and activities, and can connect students with the right people to answer their specific questions about studying and living in Australia. Additionally, the International Student Support team provides:
- Arrival and welcome information
- Advice on remaining compliant with student visa requirements
- Events and activities to connect students with the community
Students can also reach out to the university’s Learning Advisors to improve their writing, maths, and study skills to achieve their academic goals. Newcastle’s English language advisors can help students refresh and develop their language skills.
Rankings
- 14th in Australia in the QS World University Rankings 2025
- One of the top regional universities in Australia, according to the QS World University Rankings 2025
- 8th in Australia and among the world’s top 40 for impact, according to the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
Accommodation
International students at Newcastle can choose from a range of on-campus and off-campus housing options to find one that best suits their lifestyles and budget. The university’s Callaghan Campus in Newcastle and Ourimbah Campus in Sydney offer nine on-campus residences for students. These residences are supported by 24/7 security and a Student Living team, dedicated to making a student’s transition to university as smooth as possible.
Additionally, Newcastle’s Accommodation Support Officers can help students source and secure safe and appropriate off-campus housing, like homestays and shared houses.
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