Quick Summary
Since 1965, The University of Newcastle has been one of Australia's prominent publics, based in Newcastle. Ranked #179 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 39535 students including 23% from outside Australia. Known for strengths in Mining and Mineral Engineering, Nursing, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 87%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Ranked in the top 200 globally, the university offers a high quality of life with a lower cost of living than Sydney or Melbourne, combined with world-class research and industry-integrated learning.
Subject Strengths
Mining and Mineral EngineeringNursingArchitectureEducationMedicineCivil EngineeringAutomation and Control
Founded1965
TypePublic
Total Students39535
Intl Students23%
Faculty Ratio24
CampusMulti-campus (Bushland, Urban, and Coastal)
Campus Size140 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsJohn Hunter Hospital,Calvary Mater Newcastle,Royal Newcastle Centre,Gosford Hospital
AccreditationTertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), AACSB (Business)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#179
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#201–250
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201–300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Research Higher Degrees,Diplomas,Pathways
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI),Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER),Global Centre for Environmental Remediation,Priority Research Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), AACSB (Business)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate87%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA2
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · Rolling Admissions (Semester 2 starts July)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · Rolling Admissions (Semester 1 starts February)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants should apply at least 3 months before the semester start to allow for visa processing. Specific health programs like Medicine have much earlier deadlines and require the UCAT ANZ exam.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Australian Dollar
UG Tuition
$35,000/yr
per year · AUD
Living Cost
$25,000/yr
per year · AUD
PG Tuition
$38,000/yr
per year · AUD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$60,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AUD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$6,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Research Higher Degrees,Diplomas,Pathways programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Bachelor of Nursing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Master of Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Bachelor of Physiotherapy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,500
Average Salary After Graduation
90%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
NSW HealthCSIROBHPThe City of NewcastleGlencore
Notable Alumni
Khaw Boon Wan (Former Singaporean Minister),Turia Pitt (Motivational Speaker/Engineer),Scott Bevan (Journalist),Gary Quinlan (Diplomat)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
The Forum Sports & Aquatic Centre,Ray Watt Oval,Squash courts,Fitness hubs
Student Clubs
University of Newcastle Students' Association (UNSA),Newcastle University Mountaineering Club,Engineer's Society
Library Resources
Auchmuty Library,Huxley Library,Ourimbah Library,Newcastle City Library (NUspace)
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available