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Newcastle University

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 1963

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

1963

Type

Public

Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

QS World University Rankings 2027

149 in the world

About the university

Newcastle University grew out of a School of Medicine and Surgery founded in 1834 and a College of Physical Science formed in 1871. It was part of the federal University of Durham until 1963, when it became the University of Newcastle upon Tyne. Today it is a member of the Russell Group of research-intensive UK universities.

The university is known for medicine, engineering, computing and business. Its School of Computing sits in the Urban Sciences Building on the Newcastle Helix site, and the data science courses are delivered with support from the UK's National Innovation Centre for Data. Almost all bachelor's degrees can include a year-long work placement.

Indian students look at Newcastle for its global rankings (149th in the QS World University Rankings 2027) and a wide range of one-year master's degrees in data science, AI, computer science, business and engineering. In 2027 eligible Indian master's students are considered automatically for a £10,000 India Future Leaders Scholarship.

Newcastle upon Tyne is a compact, walkable city in north-east England. The university describes it as one of the cheapest cities to live in the UK, and the campus is in the city centre, close to shops, the Metro and the main railway station.

Roots
School of Medicine and Surgery founded in 1834; independent university since 1963
Type
Public research university, member of the Russell Group
Total students
25,777 at the Newcastle campus in 2025-26 (27,260 including the Malaysia and Singapore campuses)
International students
4,484 overseas-fee students at the Newcastle campus in 2025-26; more than 600 students from India
Campuses
Main city-centre campus in Newcastle, plus NUMed Malaysia and NUIS Singapore
Intakes
September for most taught master's and all bachelor's courses

Rankings

  • QS World University Rankings 2027

    149 in the world

  • THE World University Rankings 2027

    154 in the world (quoted by Newcastle)

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    35th of 130 UK universities

  • The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide (UK) 2027

    30th in the UK (quoted by Newcastle)

  • Guardian University Guide (UK) 2027

    82nd in the UK (quoted by Newcastle)

Popular courses with Indian students

View all 22 courses with filters

Fees for international students

Course fees
CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
Data Science MSc1 year (full time)£32,800≈ ₹40 lakh
Computer Science MSc1 year (full time)£33,400≈ ₹40.7 lakh
Advanced Computer Science MSc1 year (full time)£32,800≈ ₹40 lakh
Artificial Intelligence MSc1 year (full time)£32,800≈ ₹40 lakh
Business Analytics MSc1 year (full time)£31,900≈ ₹38.9 lakh
Cyber Security MSc1 year (full time)£32,800≈ ₹40 lakh
Management MSc1 year (full time)£31,900≈ ₹38.9 lakh
Finance MSc1 year (full time)£33,050≈ ₹40.3 lakh

Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Scholarships

  • Taught master's

    Newcastle University India Future Leaders Scholarship (2027 entry)

    Value: £10,000 off tuition fees

    Eligibility: Students domiciled in India with an offer for an eligible master's at the Newcastle campus for 2027/28, who accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit in full by 2 August 2027. Awarded automatically with the course application.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Taught master's

    Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships – Postgraduate (2027)

    Value: £8,000 off tuition fees

    Eligibility: International students applying for a master's starting September 2027. Awards may be allocated early in the cycle, so apply early.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Taught master's

    Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarships – Postgraduate (2027 entry)

    Value: Up to 50% off tuition fees (30 awards)

    Eligibility: Outstanding international applicants holding an offer for an eligible full-time master's at the Newcastle campus. Apply through the Apply to Newcastle Portal by 8 June 2027.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Bachelor's

    Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships – Undergraduate (2027)

    Value: £7,000 tuition fee awards

    Eligibility: Outstanding international applicants for full-time undergraduate study starting September 2027. No closing date.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Typically an 80% average in Standard XII is accepted as comparable to AAB at A level, and 75% as comparable to ABB, from CBSE, CISCE, NIOS or state boards.
  • Computer Science BSc and Business Management BA ask for AAB; Mechanical Engineering BEng asks for ABB. Check subject requirements, such as mathematics, on each course page.
  • Students who do not meet direct entry can apply to the Newcastle University International Study Centre on campus.

Postgraduate

  • Most master's courses ask for a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent; some, such as Advanced Data Science, Advanced AI and the MBA, ask for a 2:1.
  • For Indian degrees Newcastle typically treats 58–63% (or CGPA 5.8–6.3 out of 10) as a 2:2 and 60–65% (CGPA 6.0–6.5) as a 2:1, depending on the institution.
  • Bachelor pass or general degrees in arts, science or commerce are listed among the Indian qualifications considered.
  • There is no application closing date for most master's courses; international students are advised to apply at least two months before the start.
  • A non-refundable deposit (or an official sponsorship letter) is required after an offer if you need a Student visa.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Degree certificate and transcripts (or Class 10 and 12 mark sheets for bachelor's)
  • English test score
  • Personal statement
  • CV (essential for the MBA, which needs three years' work experience)
  • References where the course asks for them

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English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS AcademicMaster's: 6.5 overall with no skill below 5.5 for computing, data and engineering courses, or 6.0 in each skill for business school courses. Bachelor's: 6.0–6.5 depending on the course.
PTE AcademicMaster's: 70 overall with 59 in each skill (or 65 in each for business school courses). Bachelor's: 65–70 with 59 in each.
TOEFL iBT90 overall for master's on the pre-January 2026 scale (17 listening, 18 reading, 20 speaking, 17 writing), or 4 on the new scale.
Duolingo English TestAccepted: 125 overall for master's such as Data Science MSc, with set minimums in each skill.
Pre-sessional EnglishStudents with lower scores may be offered a pre-sessional English course before the degree.

Accommodation and living costs

Postgraduate taught students who apply by the accommodation deadline and hold an unconditional firm offer are guaranteed a room for the full year. Prices below are 2026/27 weekly rents from the university's accommodation pages; 2027/28 prices had not been published.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Bowsden Court (postgraduates, couples and families)£118–240per week≈ ₹14,347 – ₹29,250
Manor Bank en suite room£157per week≈ ₹19,127
Grand Hotel (postgraduates, on campus)£197–222per week≈ ₹24,083 – ₹27,029
Bernicia en suite and studio rooms£190–231per week≈ ₹23,186 – ₹28,182

Campus and location

The main campus is in Newcastle city centre, a short walk from shops, the Metro and the railway station, with research hubs on the nearby Newcastle Helix site.

  • School of Computing based in the £58 million Urban Sciences Building on the £350 million Newcastle Helix site.
  • Data science courses delivered with support from the UK's National Innovation Centre for Data (NICD).
  • More than 200 societies and sports clubs, including Bollywood Dance and South Asian societies.
  • Newcastle University International Study Centre on campus for foundation and pre-master's routes.
  • International campuses in Malaysia (NUMed) and Singapore (NUIS).

Careers and graduate outcomes

The Careers Service offers one-to-one advice, CV clinics and employer events, and supports graduates for three years after they finish. Almost all bachelor's degrees can include a year-long placement. For post-study work options, see our UK guide.

Graduate outcomes
WhatFigureSource
2020/21 graduates in work or further study within 15 months94%Newcastle University graduate employability page
QS Stars rating for employability5 stars (2025)Newcastle University graduate employability page

Studying in the UK

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FAQs

How much is a master's at Newcastle?

Most taught master's on this page cost £31,100 to £33,400 a year for international students in 2027/28. Engineering courses are £31,100, business school courses £31,900 and computing and data courses around £32,800. The MBA is £34,400.

Is there a scholarship for Indian students?

Yes. For 2027 entry, students domiciled in India who accept an offer for an eligible master's and pay the deposit by 2 August 2027 are considered automatically for a £10,000 India Future Leaders Scholarship. Other Vice-Chancellor's awards are also open.

What percentage do I need in my Indian degree?

It depends on your university. Newcastle typically treats 58–63% (CGPA 5.8–6.3) as equivalent to a 2:2, which most master's courses ask for, and 60–65% (CGPA 6.0–6.5) as a 2:1.

Does Newcastle have a January intake?

The master's courses listed here start in September only. Check the course page for any other start dates.

What IELTS score do I need?

Usually 6.5 overall for master's, with no skill below 5.5 for computing and engineering, or 6.0 in each skill for business courses. PTE, TOEFL and Duolingo are also accepted.

Sources

  1. Newcastle University: Data Science MSc (2027 entry) (opens in a new tab)
  2. Newcastle University: postgraduate course list (opens in a new tab)
  3. Newcastle University: Computer Science BSc (2027 entry) (opens in a new tab)
  4. Newcastle University: international students from India (opens in a new tab)
  5. Newcastle University: postgraduate funding search (opens in a new tab)
  6. Newcastle University: university accommodation (opens in a new tab)
  7. Newcastle University: postgraduate accommodation applications (opens in a new tab)
  8. Newcastle University: figures and financial information (opens in a new tab)
  9. Newcastle University: history (opens in a new tab)
  10. Newcastle University: UK rankings (opens in a new tab)
  11. Newcastle University: world rankings (opens in a new tab)
  12. Newcastle University: graduate employability (opens in a new tab)

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