University of Newcastle

University of Newcastle

Top reasons to study here

  • We pursue the exceptional and strive for innovation in our teaching, research and operating environment.
  • Our staff, students, alumni and communities are deeply connected to the challenges and opportunities in our regions and beyond.
  • Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusiveness is fundamental to everything we do. We believe that every person has the right to participate and succeed.

Master's Programmes

Business & Management (29)
Medicine & Health (19)
Social Sciences (15)
Education & Training (8)
Engineering & Technology (8)
Computer Science & IT (6)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (5)
Law (4)
Applied Sciences & Professions (2)
Arts, Design & Architecture (2)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
Humanities (1)
Journalism & Media (1)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)

About

History

  • The University of Newcastle began as a college of the University of New South Wales. It opened in late 1951 and accepted its first students in 1952.
  • It was located at Tighes Hill—on the same site as the TAFE NSW Hunter Institute, then known as a Technical College. The staff and students of the Newcastle University college shared cramped conditions with their Technical College colleagues.

Education

  • The College of Engineering, Science and Environment brings together expertise in engineering, environment and the sciences to deliver life ready graduates and transformative solutions to our region and world.
  • The College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing is new in name but has a long history of delivering globally significant research outcomes and a pioneering approach to education.
  • The purpose of the College of Human and Social Futures is to inspire, enrich and transform humanity. Our staff are highly respected for our teaching quality and research, with learning methods that ensure our graduates have high-level professional skills, leaving the University confident, skilled and life-ready.

Research

  • Our researchers drive discoveries that challenge conventional thinking, break new ground and change lives.
  • Our researchers embrace the opportunity to delve into the world's most perplexing and confronting challenges, resulting in research that makes a difference in our regions and around the globe.
  • Mark Hughes Foundation Centre for Brain Cancer Research is committed to finding a cure and improving the lives of those affected by brain cancer.

Career

  • Our vision to become a world-leading university for our regions will take passion and perseverance. Our regions are important to us. We were literally built, brick-by-brick, by our community more than fifty years ago. And our community - our students - remain at the heart of every decision we make. Collaboration is in our DNA. It’s one of the reasons we’re the number one university in the world for partnering for a sustainable future, and number one in Australia for industry collaboration.

Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021

GSSA 2021

The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!

Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction Awards

University Ranking

QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2022
197
2021
197 10
2020
207
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2022
251
2021
251 50
2020
301
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2021
301
2020
301 100
2019
401
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2022
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2021
252 22
2020
274
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world.
More rankings and student reviews

Services

Student services

We provide support for students from every background, including students under the age of 18, LGBTQIA+ students, Indigenous students and international students.

  • Academic support
  • Peer study support
  • Health support
  • Counselling
  • Religious support
  • Career services

Housing services

  • We know students need secure, affordable and comfortable accommodation when they are studying. Whether you’re interested in living on or off campus, we have services to help you.Student Living is our award-winning accommodation precinct at Callaghan and Ourimbah campuses and is home to over 1800 students from all over the world. Our nine residences offer a variety of living options to suit our student community. Whether you're looking for a private or shared room, private or shared facilities, if you want to cook for yourself or you want someone else to cook for you - we've got it all here!

Library services

The University of Newcastle provides library services at six campuses and a number of affiliate locations.

There are 24 hour study spaces available at Auchmuty Library and Ourimbah Library.

Our aim is to provide our students with welcoming places where students can come to meet, read, study and learn.

ICT services

Information technology (IT) lies at the heart of a modern education and at the University of Newcastle you have access to world-class IT infrastructure and services.

Students at all campuses – including if you are studying remotely – can connect with the University’s suite of computer accounts, and have free access to cutting-edge software and cloud storage.

Medical services

A medical centre is located at both Newcastle and Central Coast campuses. In addition, the Newcastle campus has a pharmacy (for fast prescriptions, travel medicine and general supplies), a physiotherapy clinic, and a pathology service for blood tests. The Central Coast campus has an oral health centre that provides services including oral examinations, oral hygiene, periodontal treatment

Student Life

Campus life

  • The original campus for the University of Newcastle, Callaghan is a beautiful mix of award-winning, architecturally designed buildings sitting across 140 hectares in a natural setting.

  • Halfway between Newcastle and Sydney sits the Central Coast region, with beautiful waterways, national parks and coastal towns.

  • Our Sydney campus, in the middle of Sydney’s central business district, offers world-class facilities and innovative styles of learning.

Sports facilities

NUsport, through our programs, facilities and network of affiliated clubs, is uniquely positioned to enhance the physical and mental wellbeing of our students, staff and wider community.

Throughout its history NUsport has grown and succeeded because it understands and adds value to the role that sport and recreation plays within the University of Newcastle and the wider community. It has worked with students and staff of the University of Newcastle, sporting authorities and groups and with the wider community to promote sport as an essential part of life.

Accreditation

EQUIS, AACSB,PRME,AMI,AHRI,ACHSM,CAUTHE,Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, CPA Australia,CFA institute

Student Reviews

Regional university tops student experiences.
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars

The university has a beautiful environment. It has a multicultural population. Supervisors and staff have been exceptional, caring for my wellbeing as well as academic outcomes.

First experience at Newcastle Uni
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars

I haven't got a lot of experience in in-person learning due to covid, but as much as I could get out of this year, I have to admit that i absolutely loved it. Teachers are very helpful and share their knowledge with passion. It's a pleasure to study there

Expensive
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars

The programme and university is best but it is way to expensive for me to afford.

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia

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