Newcastle University

A University of Distinction

Newcastle University is one of the leading 20 research intensive universities in the UK and a member of the elite Russell Group. Situated in the heart of one of the UK's most dynamic cities, the University is home to more than 20,400 full-time and part-time undergraduate and postgraduate students, including over 4,000 students from over 100 countries worldwide.

Our University is situated on a single-site campus and combines the best aspects of a strong campus identity with its location in the centre of a lively and cosmopolitan city.

At Newcastle our aim is simple: to inspire our students through teaching and research, and create an exciting yet supportive environment in which to study. We currently have over 5,000 postgraduate students from more than 100 countries representing a vibrant and valued part of our academic community.

The University offers a wide range of full- and part-time courses (see www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate) in a variety of subject areas including:

• Arts and Humanities
• Biological, Environmental and Agricultural Sciences
• Biosciences, Medicine and Dentistry
• Business, Finance and Management
• Education, Communication and Language Sciences
• Engineering and Computing Science
• Physical and Mathematical Sciences
• Social Sciences and Law

Postgraduate Open Day

If you are working or studying in the UK and considering postgraduate study, our postgraduate events are a great way to find out more.

The events will provide a great opportunity for you to:

• discuss your study options with academic staff
• talk to current postgraduate students in an informal and friendly atmosphere
• understand more about the funding and finance opportunities that may be available to you
• receive advice and guidance from our award winning careers team
• find out how to apply
• explore the city of Newcastle and discover what makes it a popular student destination

Dates for the next Postgraduate Open Day have yet to be confirmed. To register your interest, please contact: pg-openday@ncl.ac.uk.

For more information please visit www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/visit/open

Taught Programmes

We believe that research and teaching are inextricably linked and that teaching should be led by academics who are at the forefront of their field. The University awards a range of degrees which are not only highly invaluable for your career development, but also provide an excellent foundation for research degrees. They include Master of Arts (MA), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Education (MEd), Master of Law (LLM) and Master of Science (MSc). Postgraduate Diplomas, Certificates (eg Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE)) and other qualifications are also offered. The latter are designed for various purposes, such as training for students wishing to change discipline, upgrading knowledge within a discipline, and preparing for a Master's degree programme. For more information on our Taught Programmes please visit www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught

Research Excellence and Research Degrees

As a postgraduate student at the University you will benefit from studying within a dynamic research environment with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. The University has an outstanding reputation in research across a wide range of disciplines and this was demonstrated by the publication of the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) in 2008, which identified research that is 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent' in all of our submitted subject areas.

Recent research and enterprise activity demonstrates clearly the University's drive to be relevant and excellent across a full range of arts, humanities, science, medicine and engineering. To find out more about research news at the University please see www.ncl.ac.uk/research/news/press.htm

While a wealth of world-class, subject-based research is carried out in our 24 Schools (see www.ncl.ac.uk/about/peoplestructures/academic/allschools.htm), the University also has designated research institutes (see www.ncl.ac.uk/research/directory/atoz.htm) to facilitate multidisciplinary projects. The institutes bring together staff from different schools across the University and contract researchers, enabling them to pool their knowledge and therefore create a rich and dynamic environment for postgraduate students.

Research degrees are available at both the doctoral level (PhD, EngD, Integrated PhD, DDS, MD, professional doctorates) and Masters' (MLitt, MPhil, MMus, MRes) levels. We will support you in your studies by providing you with comprehensive training in both generic skills and competencies associated with your personal and career development, alongside specific skills needed for your research project. For more information on our Research Degrees please visit www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/research

Facilities

As a postgraduate student at Newcastle you will have access to some first-class academic facilities, providing you with the best learning environment possible.

The University Library (www.ncl.ac.uk/library) is the only one in the UK to be awarded the government's Charter Mark for excellent customer services five times in a row. Comprising the main Robinson Library, the Walton Library (Medical and Dental), and the Law Library, they provide more than one million books, 5,000 printed journals and a huge number of electronic journals and books.

The INTO Newcastle University Centre offers a number of services for international students including: an English Language Testing Service; a Language Advisory Service; free English classes for international students who have met the University's English Language requirements and are registered on a degree programme, but who still need further language support (in-sessional English); a range of fee-paying English language programmes for international students who need to improve their English language skills in order to be admitted onto a degree programme at Newcastle.

The Language Resource Centre provides the opportunity to improve your knowledge of a foreign language or to learn a new one, regardless of the subject you are studying. There are over 50 different languages to choose from, ranging from Afrikaan to Urdu, and including languages such as French, German, Italian, Russian and Spanish.

The Newcastle University Students' Union also provides an excellent range of social activities, including over 140 student societies (for more information please visit www.unionsociety.co.uk). From September 2011, our newly refurbished Students' Union Building will open following a year-long, £8 million makeover.

The City

The MSN Travel website has rated Newcastle as the best university city in Britain for three years running (2008, 2009 and 2010). The city of Newcastle is remarkable for its mix of old and new. The Norman castle, medieval cathedral and impressive nineteenth-century buildings are reminders of the city's rich history, whilst a number of modern, innovative landmarks have come to represent its energetic rejuvenation. One of the most striking of these is Anthony Gormley's 20-metre high 'Angel of the North' welcoming visitors to the North East of England. The famous Tyne Bridge and award-winning Gateshead Millennium Bridge cross the river Tyne, connecting the city of Newcastle to the newly developed Gateshead Quays, which boasts the BALTIC art gallery and the magnificent Sage Gateshead music centre.

The city of Newcastle is remarkable for its mix of old and new. The Norman castle, medieval cathedral and impressive nineteenth-century buildings are reminders of the city's rich history, whilst a number of modern, innovative landmarks have come to represent its energetic rejuvenation. One of the most striking of these is Anthony Gormley's 20-metre high 'Angel of the North' welcoming visitors to the North East of England. The famous Tyne Bridge and award-winning Gateshead Millennium Bridge cross the river Tyne, connecting the city of Newcastle to the newly developed Gateshead Quays, which boasts the BALTIC art gallery and the magnificent Sage Gateshead music centre.

Accommodation to Suit All

Our Accommodation Service provides a range of services, whether you are eligible for University accommodation, or need help in your search for private accommodation. For more information see www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/accommodation

Our International Community

We have a long tradition of attracting students from all over the world and currently have just under 2,500 postgraduates from over 100 countries outside the UK. This creates a dynamic environment, culturally, socially and academically, and means we are very experienced in helping international students to get the most from their studies. For more information see www.ncl.ac.uk/international

Funding and Fees

It is possible to secure funding for many of our programmes, and to help you to find out what is available we have developed an extensive database of scholarships, studentships and bursaries. To search the database visit www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/funding

Details of our current tuition fees for each programme of study are provided on our website at www.ncl.ac.uk/calendar/fees/database. Definitions and further information about fees can be found in our current Fees Schedule at www.ncl.ac.uk/calendar/fees.

Finding out more

For more information, see www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/visit