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Northumbria University, Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne, North East, United Kingdom, Netherlands
About
Why study at Northumbria University, Newcastle?
Turn ideas into practical experience at Northumbria University. Its story began with Newcastle’s School of Science and Art in 1877, and that creative, career-focused spirit continues today. Students can explore subjects spanning design, architecture, computing and cyber security, business, law, health and the sciences. Live projects, placements and hands-on learning connect each course with the world beyond university, helping more than 30,000 students build the skills and confidence to move forward.
At a glance
Northumbria University, Newcastle in numbers
- 4Campuses
- 1877Founded
- #529QS World Ranking 2027
- 451–500THE World Ranking 2027
- #47Guardian 2026
- #58THE REF ranking 2021
- 35,000Students
- #31THE Impact 2026
Rankings
How it ranks
#529
QS World University Rankings 2027
451–500
Times Higher Education World Rankings 2027
#47
The Guardian University Guide 2026
#58
Times Higher Education REF Rankings 2021
#31
Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Rankings 2026
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Where you'll study
Campus locations
City Campus, Newcastle
Northumbria’s largest campus and the main base for most courses. Set in central Newcastle, it brings together teaching spaces, laboratories, creative studios, the university library, sports facilities and the Students’ Union.
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Coach Lane Campus, Newcastle
A greener campus around three miles from the city centre, focused on health and wellbeing subjects. Students learn through specialist clinical, nursing and healthcare facilities, with library, sports and social spaces on site.
London Campus
Located close to Liverpool Street, between London’s financial and technology districts. It offers career-focused programmes in business, computing, cyber security, technology and project management.
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Amsterdam Campus
A specialist international campus based within Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. It supports selected postgraduate study, undergraduate mobility, research collaboration and knowledge-exchange opportunities.
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Scholarships
Ask your counsellor which of these you may be eligible for — they'll confirm the details before you apply.
- Northumbria International Scholarship
- Northumbria International Scholarship (South Asia)
- Northumbria International Scholarship (Nigeria)
- Northumbria Pathway Progression Scholarship
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