The University of Newcastle

Established in 1965, the University of Newcastle, Australia has been consistently ranked in the top 50 universities in the Asia-Pacific Region. It is ranked in the top 200 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2025, and has campuses in Newcastle, Sydney, the Central Coast and Singapore.

Its 39,000-strong student community includes over 5,000 international students from more than 100 nations across the globe. The university is a global leader in providing academic excellence and a holistic student experience.

There are more than 180 undergraduate and postgraduate courses on offer, with many programmes including practical work experience options, supported by the institution's global network of industry partners. A research-intensive university with world-class facilities, the university has over 450 research and development partners with 95 percent of the university's research considered "at" or "above world standard" according to Excellence in Research Australia 2018. The university is 10th in Australia for research income (HERDC), procuring AUD 133.9 million in total.

Students benefit from the university's social diversity and state-of-the-art campus facilities. The university obtained the maximum five-star rating for overall student experience and social equity in the 2022 Good Universities Guide. Its international student support team provides services including orientation, socials, scholarships, language learning and employment assistance.

Students can also benefit from connections with a 161,000-plus strong alumni body, active across 152 countries, which can help build networks and professional contacts.

As a leading provider in university education, the University of Newcastle is recognized for its high-quality learning and teaching, as well as contemporary and exciting academic programs.

The university's strategic plan 2016-2025 aims at delivering high quality and accessible programs through its innovative models. With an emphasis on outstanding student experience as well as good teaching, the university produces graduates who are globally competitive while maintaining its place among Australia's best for learning and teaching.

The university's staff includes experts who are recipients of the national and state Teacher of the Year award and winners of the renowned Australian Awards for University Teaching. The University of Newcastle, Australia provides students with an engaging approach to learning. The programs offered at the university integrate study with research, practical experience, and paid employment. Amid intense global competition, the University of Newcastle's reputation for delivering high quality and world-class learning and teaching has attracted students from over 100 nations. 

The University of Newcastle, Australia is comprised of three colleges:

College of Engineering, Science and Environment 

The college focuses on subjects in the fields of engineering, science and the environment. The college aims to equip students with the skills necessary to develop innovative solutions that have a positive impact on society. Industry practice is actively incorporated into the curricula of the college and programs covered include environmental science, development studies, architecture, data science, maths, and psychology. There are five schools in the college:

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Applicants

For information on the University of Newcastle, Australia's international application process, prospective students are encouraged to visit the university.

Online

For undergraduate as well as postgraduate programs, if international students have internet access, they can apply through the university's online direct admissions tool. Students can save their online application after they have started and revisit later.

In order to apply, students will need to produce certified or original documents listed below. Students' applications will only be processed when the university has received these documents:

• Passport
• Academic transcript
• Letters of work experience
• Completion certificate
• CV/resume

PhD Applicants

Applicants for the PhD programmes and research master's degrees can apply directly on the website.

The University of Newcastle offers a significantly lower cost of living than most major cities in the country. Additionally, the University of Newcastle is proud to offer students both affordable tuition fees alongside competitive scholarships to support students' studies. Scholarships are valued up to AUD 48,000 depending on the length of study, chosen degree and citizenship.  

These scholarships can greatly reduce the cost of tuition, making the University of Newcastle one of the more affordable options to study in Australia.

Integrated Innovation Network (I2N)

I2N supports businesses, entrepreneurs and students. Students can build and test their ideas and access industry experts.

iLEAD

iLEAD is a global-facing leadership development program which inspires students to formulate unique leadership goals, expand their global networks and increase their visibility with employers.

Career Services

The career services can connect students with work and volunteer opportunities, as well as provide free career counselling, job application assistance, practice interview sessions and even help students create the perfect LinkedIn profile.