BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS Guide to
Northumbria University
The information given in this guide is for guidance only. In compiling it, the University has taken every care to be as accurate as possible, but all information is subject to change. It is not to be taken as imposing upon the institution any obligation to
or to continue to provide, any course or amenity described herein. Everything is correct at date of printing, March 2025.
We want you to embrace life at Northumbria, explore new opportunities, get involved and be part of our community of inclusive, like-minded people just like you.
Use this guide to discover what makes Northumbria a research-intensive university that unlocks potential for all, changing lives regionally, nationally and internationally .
You can find out more about our diverse city, campus facilities, accommodation, Students’ Union and student support teams .
For our full course list and entry requirements, please consult our Course Guide booklet, or visit northumbria.ac.uk/study
OUR COURSES
Be part of a vibrant learning community engaging in lectures, seminars, workshops and experiential study. You’ll help to shape your learning by choosing modules, projects and a dissertation topic to take you exactly where you want to be in your career.
Northumbria Pathways
All of our pathway courses are taught directly on our campuses Our courses help international students improve their English language and academic skills to give you the confidence to start your degree .
Extended Degrees
These are four or five year study routes for an undergraduate degree and are designed for students who have not achieved the entry requirements for their chosen course . Following successful completion of the foundation
year within the extended degree, you will automatically progress onto the first year of your degree .
Undergraduate Degrees
Undergraduate degrees include BA (Hons), BEng (Hons), BSc (Hons) and LLB qualifications We offer placements or study abroad options on the majority of our undergraduate courses .
Integrated Master’s
These courses offer a fully fundable undergraduate degree with the opportunity to undertake a year of study at master’s level .
Higher and Degree Apprenticeships
These specialist courses are co-designed with employers to provide the skills that industries are looking for . Students are employed and divide their time between the workplace and study .
Postgraduate Taught Degrees
Postgraduate degrees include MA and MSc qualifications and usually last one year .
We also offer a two-year Advanced Practice option, where students may have the opportunity to undertake a 12-15 week internship, study abroad or research study project in your second year .
PG Cert and PG Dip awards are qualifications you can achieve by studying fewer modules at master’s level .
MRes degrees also have a taught component, but the majority of your time will be spent undertaking independent research .
Postgraduate Research
We offer a range of PhD/MPhil programmes, research projects and studentships throughout the year which provide an opportunity to become an expert in a field you are passionate about, opening doors to prestigious careers in academia, or to research positions across industry and public service .
REALISING ASPIRATIONS
Northumbria University is committed to supporting aspirations and recruiting high quality students, regardless of background. Destination Northumbria, our supported entry scheme, offers valuable resources, guidance and a strong support network to help develop the skills and knowledge to prepare for undergraduate study.
In addition to the information and support provided through the scheme, successful completion enables eligible students to earn Destination Northumbria points, equivalent to UCAS tariff points, when applying to Northumbria University .
We also understand that your personal social or socio-economic circumstances can impact your education, experience and qualifications We review all aspects of an applicant’s profile and make an appropriate offer based on this information, with students who are eligible for a contextual offer receiving a reduced UCAS tariff point offer which is less than our standard entry criteria .
TOP OF OUR GAME
Top 25 in the UK for research power
Times Higher Education REF2021 rankings . The national system for assessing the quality of research in all UK universities
Top 100 globally and 4th in the UK
Times Higher Education Young Universities Rankings 2024
Top 10 in the UK and best rated university in the North East for sustainability
People & Planet University League 2024/25
Top 30 in the UK for graduates in highly skilled employment*
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020/21 Leavers
Top 10 in the UK for Student Life
Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024
Top 40 UK university
The Guardian University Guide and Complete University League Tables 2025
Top 10 Student City
StudentCrowd Best Student Cities 2024
Top 10 in the UK for graduate start-up businesses
Higher Education Business Community Interaction Survey 2022/23 (HEBCIS)
Research University of the Year
Daily Mail University Guide 2024
*UK full-time undergraduates
GAME CHANGING RESULTS
We strive to be the best, but don’t just take our word for it. Our rankings show that we deliver on our promises.
Ranked 3rd in the UK for Information Systems and Management
The Times Good University Guide 2025
Ranked 8th in the UK for Building
The Times Good University Guide 2025
Ranked 9th in the UK for Nursing
The Times Good University Guide 2025
Ranked 5th in the UK for Physiotherapy
The Times Good University Guide 2025
Ranked 1st in the UK for Interior Design
The Guardian University Guide 2025
Ranked 4th in the UK for Product Design
The Guardian University Guide 2025
Ranked 3rd in the UK for Forensic Science
Complete University Guide 2025
Ranked 2nd in the UK for Tourism, Transport, Travel and Heritage Studies
Complete University Guide 2025
Ranked 4th in the UK for Design Studies
Daily Mail University Guide 2025
Ranked 6th in the UK for Business Studies
Daily Mail University Guide 2025
Ranked 6th in the UK for Law
Daily Mail University Guide 2025
Ranked 6th in the UK for Teacher Training
Daily Mail University Guide 2025
OUR CITY
Newcastle is consistently ranked as one of the best cities in the UK for students (StudentCrowd, Best City for Students in the UK 2024). You’re at the start of an incredible experience. New place, new people. With over 100,000 students across the North East, Newcastle is the perfect place to start your student journey.
Newcastle is often voted one of the best (StudentCrowd, Best City for Students in the UK 2024) and most affordable student cities in the UK and we’re proud to call it our home .
Compact and easy to navigate, Newcastle offers a wealth of entertainment and activities . From galleries and museums to theatres and music venues; from restaurants and cafés
“ Newcastle has everything! Great transport links, great night life – definitely one of the best student friendly cities in the country.”
Rebecca Craig | BA (Hons) Fashion Communication
to pubs and clubs, there is so much to do within walking distance of our city campus . Further afield, the peaceful Northumberland countryside and beautiful North East coastline are easily accessible by road or public transport No matter what your interests, Newcastle and the North East have something for everyone .
MAP OF THE CITY
Take a look around and get to know the city of Newcastle. Newcastle has its own international airport and national rail links, making it easy to explore the UK, Europe and the rest of the world .
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OUR CAMPUSES
City Campus
Our City Campus is in the heart of Newcastle city centre, close to cafés, shops and cultural centres, making it the perfect place to make the most of your time at university . We have invested in Student Central and City Campus Librarycreating a secure and supportive 24/7 environment to enhance your studies, a Computer and Information Sciences Building, new
Architecture Studios in Sutherland Building, a 24/7 computer hub in Northumberland Building and the refurbishment of the University Gallery .
City Campus is also home to Sport Central, with a state-ofthe-art gym, 25m swimming pool, sauna and steam room, and Northumbria Students’ Union which boasts
entertainment venues, bars, student workspaces and a recently refurbished coffee shop Work is underway to develop Northumbria’s North East Space Skills and Technology Centre (NESST) – a £50m space skills, research and development centre set to transform the UK space industry, expected to open on campus in 2026 . Plans are also currently underway to develop a new Centre for Health and Social Equity - a new state of the art facility to deliver training and workforce development for the healthcare, social work and education sectors, due to open on the University’s City Campus in 2028 .
Coach Lane Campus
Coach Lane Campus is currently home to our healthcare and education courses . Located just three miles from the city centre, Coach Lane is an extensive site with its own Students’ Union, Library and IT suites .
Our state-of-the-art Clinical Skills Centre is a purpose-built facility that allows our students
to develop practical skills and gain valuable experience of real hospital situations through a simulated environment .
Coach Lane can be easily reached from City Campus by a free bus service seven days a week
London
Located in the heart of the city, our London Campus is situated just minutes away from Liverpool Street station . The campus is in a well-known student hub, around the corner from several other university campuses . Students benefit from studying in a location where the financial district meets the heart of London’s digital and technology sector .
We offer full-time and part-time courses in Business, Management, Computing, Cyber, Project Management and Technology .
CIS Building, City Campus
YOUR NEW HOME
Camden Court
Living in halls is a once in a lifetime experience. From meeting new people, to unwinding in your room. Where you live forms a large part of your student life.
We offer a wide range of options when choosing your accommodation including en-suite rooms and studios . You can book your place as soon as you make Northumbria your firm choice, you can even pick your exact room from the building floorplans, giving you the opportunity to shape your experience from start to finish .
The whole process can be completed online in minutes:
• Enter your interests to help your flatmates learn more about you
• Browse the live building availability and learn more about potential flatmates
• Select your exact building, floor, flat and room and finalise the booking online within minutes
All of our residences are within walking distance of the campus and are easily accessed through local transport links .
“ During the three years that I have been at Trinity Square there is always someone there 24/7 to help you and is ideally located so everything I could need is readily available. From date nights, friends nights or even public transport to campus or the city centre, my accommodation fits in perfectly!”
Jessie Gent BSc (Hons) Computer Networks and Cyber Security
UP YOUR GAME
Northumbria Sport is the perfect place to get fit and have fun. Whether you want to join our state-of-the-art gym, join a sport club, or you just want to be active, you’ll be welcomed with open arms. We have over 35 different sports across our Sport Clubs, Intramural Leagues and Just PLAY (a free sporting programme), ensuring students can access a wide range of opportunities to get involved in sport while studying at Northumbria. Whether it’s to try a new fun sport, meet new people, or represent the University in a sport you already love, we have something for everyone.
We have over 80 teams representing Northumbria in BUCS (British Universities & Colleges Sport) leagues, where we are ranked within the Top 25 and many of our teams are ranked in the Top 10 .
Student leadership is at the heart of what we do, we have hundreds of volunteer and paid internship opportunities available within areas such
as sports coaching, club committees, marketing and strength and conditioning, plus positions with our community partners .
For students wishing to pursue their sporting talent whilst studying, we offer a range of Sport Scholarships and Support Services aimed at supporting student athletes to have a dual career .
BE SOCIAL
At Northumbria University, the Students’ Union (NSU) is the hub of campus life, featuring excellent facilities such as bars, gig venues, coffee shops, workspaces, relaxation areas, and meeting rooms.
NSU is run by the SABB Team, six Northumbria students chosen in the Lead Northumbria student elections to represent you full-time in all aspects of your university experience . You can access support via NSU’s free, independent and confidential advice service covering academic and housing advice, complaints, disciplinaries, Personal Extenuating Circumstances (PECs) and more .
NSU has over 100 societies to join, from Surf and Snow Sports, to Nursing and the Dance Society, so you’re sure to meet your people here .
Unwind with friends at Habita, your new student hangout featuring great value food and drinks, pool tables, big screen football, karaoke, and quiz nights .
Get your caffeine fix at Greenhouse Coffee, featuring beans from Pumphreys Coffee, a local institution since 1750 .
Live music more your thing?
NSU regularly host gigs –previous acts have included Kate Nash, Dragonforce and Thundercat .
NSU is here to have a positive impact on the lives of all students, whatever that means to you, we can’t wait to say ‘hi’ and welcome you to the campus community .
STUDY ABROAD
At Northumbria, we’re proud of our global community. Bringing together a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures makes incredible things happen.
We offer exciting opportunities for students to study and visit countries all over the world, including Colombia, Fiji, Ecuador and Tanzania for short-term opportunities, and the USA, France, Germany, Austria, South Korea and Japan for semester-long and yearlong study abroad stays
Over 200 students choose to study abroad each year to help enhance their CV, expand their academic networks, and gain invaluable experience studying modules which will help them advance within their chosen industry .
For some students, the opportunity to study their subject in a different academic environment is key, and for others the opportunity to live in another culture and interact with students of different nationalities is the real attraction .
Some of our postgraduate programmes offer the chance to study abroad for a semester . We have recently developed the International Short Programme, allowing postgraduate students the opportunity to volunteer or work abroad during the summer break
“ Studying abroad was the highlight of my university experience. Every day was a new adventure full of amazing memories and lifelong friendships. I’ve returned to Northumbria with increased confidence, new language skills and a profound eagerness to work abroad in the future. I’d encourage every student to take the opportunity!”
Chloe Pirt | LLB
GRADUATE FUTURES
From first year through to final year and beyond graduation, our Graduate Futures team are here to help you with your career. We want you to achieve your ambitions and make the most of your experiences, develop your skills and manage your future.
Right from the start of your journey with us, your Graduate Futures team are here to help you with:
• Student or graduate job opportunities
• Specialist careers and employability guidance
• Advice on placements and self-employment
• Opportunities to work and study abroad
You may also like to attend one of the many careers fairs, workshops or enterprise events that take place throughout the year
Our Graduate Futures team also provides a range of selfhelp resources designed to boost your employability . They cover:
• Career possibilities
• Self-awareness
• Workplace skills
• Job-hunting skills
• CVs and applications
• Interview and offers
• Preparing for work
“ This is your opportunity to develop personally and professionally, transforming who you are, what you do and how you do it, in the best research-rich learning environment.”
Professor Tom Lawson | Deputy Vice-Chancellor
SUPPORT FOR YOU
Students and their wellbeing are at the forefront of everything we do here at Northumbria.
As well as the academic support you’ll receive from tutors, our dedicated and professional services provide advice and support at every stage of your student journey From money matters and plans for the future, to keeping your studies on track, visas and international issues, your health and wellbeing and much more, our support teams are there every step of the way . You will even be able to access our Student Support teams before you’re enrolled in the University .
“ University is a huge step and the tutors and support teams have helped me adjust to the new environment of life at university. They make you feel comfortable to go and ask them anything.”
Patience Moyo | BSc (Hons)
Quantity Surveying
We have dedicated teams providing tailored support for under-represented student groups such as care leavers, while our Mental Health and Wellbeing Team provides support for those with personal, emotional or mental health issues .
Our Ask4Help service is the first point of contact for all student support enquiries . Students can contact the team in person, by phone or via their Student Portal to raise queries and seek support or guidance on a range of topics
MONEY MATTERS
Higher Education is an important investment in your future. At Northumbria we offer a range of support packages to ease the financial commitment of studying at university, allowing you to focus more on your studies.
Tuition Fees and Maintenance Loan
All of our tuition fees can be found on our website . Undergraduate home students are eligible to apply for a Student Finance Maintenance Loan Postgraduate students can find information on Master’s Loans on the UK government website .
Support Packages
We offer a range of scholarships at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, as well as an alumni discount of 20% for former students returning to study a postgraduate course . For further information on what is available and how to apply please visit the website .
Managing Your Money
Learning to manage your money whilst studying is an integral part of university life . Our Student Life and Wellbeing team can advise on planning your budget and offer practical tips for managing your money The University has also partnered with Blackbullion to offer all Northumbria University students free access to this interactive financial wellbeing platform Graduate Futures, our careers and employment service, can also support you in finding part-time work to supplement your income .
LEAD ON
We create confident leaders with the stamina, determination, talent and commitment to inspire and get results.
By joining Northumbria you will be part of a global family of graduates and staff from over 179 countries . Our graduates stay connected to Northumbria to offer future talent new opportunities, so even after you graduate, you’ll always be a part of Northumbria .
Our students, staff and graduates do amazing things, here are some examples:
Jim Rowan, Hon DSc President & CEO, Volvo Cars
Jim is President and CEO of Volvo Cars . He was previously the CEO of Dyson and oversaw the launch of an unparalleled suite of new Dyson innovations . Before joining Dyson, Jim was the Chief Operating Officer for BlackBerry and held senior positions in contract manufacturing . He is a Business with Supply Chain Management & Logistics (2014) graduate .
Nicola Elliott, Founder, Neom Wellbeing
Nicola studied History of Modern Art, Design & Film at Northumbria University (1999) and started her career in journalism, spending 12 years editing magazines including Glamour, InStyle and Marie Claire . She then went on to Co-Found her own brand, Neom Wellbeing London, in 2005
CONTACT US VISIT US
The best way to experience Northumbria before you apply is to attend one of our Open Events.
Undergraduate Open Days
27th and 28th June 2025
4th October 2025
25th October 2025
22nd November 2025
Postgraduate Open Days
28th June 2025
4th October 2025
22nd November 2025
If you’re unable to join us on campus, we offer a series of virtual events over the year.
You can also explore a range of virtual content on our website to find out what life here is all about; from studying to socialising, term time to downtime, we’ve got it covered at northumbria.ac.uk/experiencenu
Visit our website for further information and to book now northumbria.ac.uk/openday
There are a range of ways you can get in touch. Please contact the relevant team or message us via our other channels.
Live chat across our website
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Enquiries
T: (+44) 191 406 0901
W: northumbria.ac.uk/ contactadmissions
Accommodation
T: (+44) 191 227 4209
W: northumbria.ac.uk/ contactaccommodation
London Campus
T: (+44) 191 349 5901
W: northumbria.ac.uk/ contactlondon
INTERNATIONAL OFFICES
China Office
T: (+86) 10 6538 8135 /36 /37 /39
E: chinaoffice@northumbria.ac.uk
This office is responsible for Mainland China.
South East Asia Hub
T: (+60) 3 2287 8080
W: northumbria.ac.uk/ contactmalaysia
This office is responsible for Brunei, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam.
West Africa Office
M: (+234) 8188 157535
E: nigeriaoffice@northumbria. ac.uk
This office is responsible for Nigeria and Ghana.
India Office
T: (+91) 124 402 0550
E: er.indiaoffice@northumbria. ac.uk
This office is responsible for Bangladesh, India and Nepal.
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