Why study your postgrad degree with us?
Why the University of Newcastle?
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Choosing to study at the University of Newcastle can give you a competitive advantage with your career. Here are some of the top reasons to study with us.
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Top 200 university in the world1 – here you'll have access to worldclass programs, collaborative learning environments, and opportunities to put theory into practice with real-world experiences. Plus, 10 of our subjects are ranked in the top 200 in the world2.
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More career opportunities and higher salaries – our graduates are in demand with 94%+ of our postgraduates finding employment within four months of graduating – above the national average. Postgraduates also earn more, with a median salary of $100k – also above national average³.
3 No.1
in the world for Partnering for a Sustainable Future7
5-star rating for full time employment for postgraduate studies⁴
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Flexible study options – study either part-time or full-time; online, face-to-face or a combination of both*, our flexible postgrad programs can be tailored around your busy life. They also provide you the option to translate your real-world experience into course credit.
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Connect with industry – we’re the No. 1 University in Australia for industry collaboration⁵. If you have passion, drive and big ideas, we’re here to help you make them a reality with industry partnerships and practical experience that will see you graduate with valuable professional connections.
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Enjoy a more affordable study experience – studying and living in Newcastle or the Central Coast is more affordable than most major cities in Australia.
1 QS World University Rankings 2022 2 QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021 3 QILT Graduate Outcomes Survey 2018 - 2020 4 The Good Universities Guide 2021
95%
5 Innovation Connections IC Report 2014 - 2020 6 Excellence in Research Australia, 2018 7 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2021
of our research is ‘at’ or ‘above world standard’6
* Not all modes of study are available for every program.
