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Committed to a Greener Planet
At Northumbria, we are passionate      As part of our efforts to reduce
about saving our planet.               our impact, we have produced this
                                       mini-guide in replacement of our
Northumbria has recently been          larger prospectus. In doing so, we
named fourth most sustainable          have saved almost 5 million pages
university in the UK in the 2019       of paper and over 10 tons in weight
People and Planet University League.   when printing and distributing
We are committed to optimising         the guide.
our contribution to the UN             All of the up-to-date information
Sustainable Development Goals          about coming to university is best
(SDG) through our research,            found on our website.
teaching, campus and operations.

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CONTENTS
Why Northumbria?                      Support For You
Discover why you should study         At Northumbria we’ll support you at
at Northumbria – a research-rich,     every step of the journey. Whether
business focussed, professional       it’s helping you understand the
university with a global reputation   application process, applying for
for academic excellence.              that dream job, or just coping with
                                      the transition to university life.
Check out pages 4 – 11
                                      Check out pages 44 – 55

Where You Belong
Learn more about life both at         It Starts Here
Northumbria and in the city of        Whatever your passion or career
Newcastle. Become part of the         ambitions, it’s time to get into the
#IAmNorthumbria family.               details and find the perfect course
                                      for you. Read our admissions and
Check out pages 12 – 35
                                      selection process, and find out
                                      how to get in touch.
This is Your Time                     Check out pages 56 – 82
Discover how to make the
most of your time studying
at Northumbria. Enhance your
CV through placements, study
abroad and build connections
for your future.

Check out pages 36 – 43

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At Northumbria University, we embrace tomorrow.
We pursue new thinking, forge new partnerships, create
and exchange new knowledge, and find new solutions.

Our inspirational academics, partners and students
work together to tackle tomorrow’s challenges head on.
We’re ready for the future whatever it may hold.

Confident and creative in everything we do, we offer leadership
and direction in this fast-changing world. Those with courage will
transform lives and make a remarkable impact on the world.

Tomorrow. How will you handle it? Join us today
and we can tackle this exciting new world together.

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OUR ACADEMICS
ARE TAKING ON
TOMORROW
Northumbria is leading debate and responding to today’s
challenges through ground-breaking research which is
brought into the classroom.
Northumbria ranked in the top 50 in the UK for research power (REF) 2014:
marking the highest rise in any institution. Our academics explore some
of the world’s most urgent and complex problems and use their research
to fight disease, increase life expectancy and protect our planet. They ask
the questions that mean we can tackle tomorrow’s challenges.

    Associate Professor                      Dr Alana James
    Eamon Scullion                           Northumbria School of Design
    Department of Mathematics,               Creating a responsible future
    Physics and Electrical Engineering       for fashion.
    Predicting solar flares that could
    damage the earth.

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Professor Tanya Wyatt                  Professor Christopher Newman
Department of Social Sciences          Northumbria Law School
Tackling the illegal wildlife          Bringing order and
trade to protect other species         governance solutions to
and the planet.                        the space environment.

Associate Professor                    Professor Greta Defeyter
Longzhi Yang                           Department of Social Work,
Department of Computer                 Education and Community
and Information Sciences               Wellbeing
Using AI to improve people’s lives     Leading on the fight against
without negative side effects.         holiday hunger.

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LEAD ON
We create confident leaders with the stamina,
determination, talent and commitment to inspire
and get results.
Fit for the 21st century and beyond, our students, staff and alumni
do amazing things. Here are a handful of examples:

Karl Wharton MBE                       Sir Jonathan Ive
Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching     KBE, HonFREng, Hon DCL, RDI
Recognised by the Queen,               Former Senior Design Officer – Apple
Karl has received an MBE for his       Sir Jonathan Ive is credited as being
leading work in gymnastics. Karl       the designer of the MacBook Pro,
was Head Coach for the British         iMac, MacBook Air, iPod, iPhone,
National Gymnastics Team at six        iPad, Apple Watch and iOS 7. He is
World Championships.                   a Northumbria Design for Industry
                                       graduate (1989), and in 2012 he
                                       was knighted for his services to
                                       design and enterprise.

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England Rugby Team
Northumbria graduate and team
captain Owen Farrell, alongside
students Anthony Watson and
Mako Vunipola, led the England
Rugby team to the 2019 World Cup
Final in Japan against South Africa.

Professor Matt Baillie Smith           Louise Trotter
International Development              Creative Director, Lacoste
Working with the Swedish Red           Louise graduated from Fashion
Cross, Matt is bringing to light the   and Marketing (1991). Having held
challenges faced by volunteering       leadership roles at the likes of
and developing ways to protect         Gap, Tommy Hilfiger, Jigsaw,
and support all volunteers.            Calvin Klein and Joseph and
                                       more recently Creative Director
                                       at Lacoste.

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TOP OF
OUR GAME
Top 10 for graduates                       Fastest rising UK
in professional                            University in the
employment                                 world rankings
(DLHE 2016/17)                             Times Higher Education World
                                           University Rankings, 2020

Top 50 in the UK
                                           UK Top 50 University
for research power                         According to both The Guardian
Research Excellence Framework              and the Complete University Guide
(REF 2014.) The national system for
assessing the quality of research
in all UK universities                     Silver Teaching
                                           Excellence Award
Best UK student city                       Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Student Hut ‘Best for 2019’ league table

                                           5 Star institution
UK No.1 for                                after achieving top
graduate start-ups                         rating overall
Based on estimated turnover                2019 QS Stars audit
(HEBCIS 2017/18)

                                           Top 40 in the UK for
                                           graduate earnings
                                           post graduation
                                           Based on median graduate earnings.
                                           Graduate Outcomes (LEO) 2016/17

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WHERE
     YOU
     BELONG
     You come to university               Making the most at Northumbria
     to learn, but there’s so             means opening your mind,
                                          learning by doing, embracing
     much more to experience.
                                          the community, and shaping
     Newcastle is consistently ranked     an adventure that is completely
     as one of the best cities in the     yours. You aren’t just getting
     UK for students. You’re at the       an education; you are building a
     start of an incredible experience.   foundation for lifelong success.
     New place, new people. With
                                          Whether you love sport or
     over 100,000 students across
                                          culture and creativity, want to
     the North East, Newcastle is
                                          make a difference or be part
     the perfect place to start your
                                          of a global community, this is
     student journey.
                                          where you belong.
     Northumbria has modern
                                          Through societies, volunteering,
     facilities, extensive course
                                          team sports and our alumni
     choices and it’s based in a
                                          society, this is your chance to
     cosmopolitan city with a
                                          challenge yourself, build your
     vibrant student community.
                                          confidence, try new things and
     What more do you need?
                                          meet new people with different
                                          ideas and viewpoints.

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I AM
     NORTHUMBRIA

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At Northumbria we welcome talented, curious, confident
and creative students and staff from all around the world.
We want you to embrace life            By joining Northumbria you are
at Northumbria, explore new            joining a global family, we have
opportunities, get involved and        alumni and staff from over 170
be part of our community of            countries. Our alumni stay
inclusive, like-minded people          connected to Northumbria to offer
just like you, who are making          future talent new opportunities.
a difference.                          So even after you graduate, you’ll
                                       always be a part of Northumbria.
Our culturally diverse environment
will stimulate ideas, innovation and
debate to enhance your learning
and student experience. We’re
passionate about what we do and
we are proud of our community.

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OUR
     INCREDIBLE
     CITY

 Tyne Bridge

Newcastle is often voted one of the
best and most affordable student
cities in the UK and we’re proud
to call it our home.
Newcastle is the vibrant capital of North East
England and one of the most exciting places
in the UK.

The city blends the old and new beautifully,
with rich historic landmarks and modern
architecture.

                                                 Quayside

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City Centre

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 cafes to pubs and
clubs, there is so much to do within walking
distance of our city campus.

  “ 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

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OUR
     STUNNING
     REGION

 Hadrian’s Wall

The fun doesn’t stop there. With even
more to do just on our doorstep;
from rugged countryside to fabulous
beaches, historic market towns and
intriguing attractions.
Newcastle’s surrounding area of Northumberland
is full of culture and places to explore. You can
take a walk along the World Heritage site
Hadrian’s Wall, or head to Alnwick Castle which
was made famous as ‘Hogwarts’ in the Harry
Potter film franchise.

                                                    Bamburgh Castle

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Whitley Bay

Six North East beaches have been granted
the International Blue Flag status, making them
amongst the best in the world. These include
Tynemouth Longsands, where you can enjoy
award-winning fish and chips, King Edward‘s
Bay and Whitley Bay.

If you fancy something closer then you can
head to Gateshead to view the Angel of the
North, an iconic sculpture created by Anthony
Gormley, and discover the powerful message
behind its creation.

No matter what your interests, Newcastle and
the North East has something for everyone.

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and national rail links, making it easy to explore
the UK, Europe and the rest of the world.
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OUR
     CAMPUSES

 CIS, City Campus

We are passionate about our campuses and have
invested over £252 million since 2005 to provide
new learning, working and social spaces to
improve services and support for our students’
welfare and education.

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Coach Lane

City Campus                             Coach Lane Campus
Our students study in a world-class     This campus is home to our
campus that adds to an exceptional      healthcare and education courses.
student experience.                     Our state-of-the-art Clinical Skills
                                        Centre is a purpose built facility
We have recently completed Student      that gives our students valuable
Central and City Campus Library,        experience of real life situations
£7 million Computer and Information     through a simulated environment.
Sciences Building, new Architecture
Studios in Sutherland Building, 24/7    Located just three miles outside
computer hub in Northumberland          of Newcastle, Coach Lane is an
Building and the refurbishment of       extensive site with its own Students’
the University Gallery.                 Union, Library and IT suites.

Our City Campus is in the heart         Coach Lane can be easily reached
of Newcastle city centre, so it’s the   from City Campus by a free bus
perfect place to make the most of       service seven days a week.
your time at university.

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London
Located in the heart of the city,      We offer full-time and part-time
our London Campus is situated          courses in Business, Computing,
just minutes away from Liverpool       Cyber, Project Management and
Street station. The campus is in a     Technology.
well-known student hub, around
the corner from several other
university campuses.                     “ It’s very culturally diverse here
                                           in London which is nice. I have
Students benefit from                      people from Nigeria, Kenya,
studying in a location where               China, India – places all over
the financial district meets the           the world – in my lectures.”
heart of London’s digital and             Emua Rose Edebr Asuen |
technology sector.                        MSc Project Management
                                          with Advanced Practice

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Amsterdam
In the cultural heart of the           We offer postgraduate courses in
Netherlands, our Amsterdam             Business and Project Management.
Campus offers students the             We also offer a year in International
chance to study a range of             Business for undergraduate students.
exchange programmes in
a city that is full of history.
                                          “ When I came to Amsterdam,
Within the excellent teaching               my eyes were opened. To come
facilities provided by the                  here and learn from so many
Amsterdam University of                     cultures was great, it has really
Applied Sciences, students                  shaped me as a person.”
can experience a semester                  Saba Gebreyohannes |
or a year in one of the world’s            MSc Business with International
leading cities.                            Management

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Camden Court
                                   “ I loved living in student accommodation
                                     as I was able to meet new people. I lived
                                     in Glenamara and two years on I still live
                                     with the girls I lived with in first year.”

                                    Isobel Tallentire | BA (Hons) History

     YOUR
     NEW HOME
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.

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Trinity Square                                         Glenamara House

We offer a wide range of             The whole process can be
options when choosing your           completed online in minutes:
accommodation including
                                     • Enter your interests to help your
en suite rooms and catered
                                       flatmates learn more about you,
accommodation. You can book
your place as soon as you make       • Browse the live building
Northumbria your firm choice.          availability and learn more
Much like choosing a seat in the       about potential flatmates,
cinema, you can pick your exact      • Select your exact building, floor,
room from the building floorplans,     flat and room and finalise the
giving you the opportunity to          booking online within minutes.
shape your experience from
start to finish.                     All of our residences are within
                                     walking distance of the campus
                                     and are easily accessed through
                                     local transport links.

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BE PART
     OF IT

It’s not all work and
no play. Far from
it. You’re in a city
renowned for its
friendliness, so why
not get involved?

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You’ll never be short of things to do.

We have over 130 societies to join, from Surf
and Snow to Dr Who and the DJ Society you’re
sure to meet your people here.

And if sport is more your game, Northumbria
Sport is the perfect place to get fit, have fun
or punch above your weight. Whether you
want to take part in challenges, join clubs and
leagues, or just get your mind and body on
track, you’ll be welcomed with open arms.

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UP YOUR
     GAME
It’s important to stay
healthy, active and ready
for an ever-changing
environment. That’s why
our Sport Central building
boasts state-of-the-art
facilities including a
six-lane 25m swimming
pool, a running track,
squash courts and a newly
refurbished fitness centre.

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We are committed to student
wellbeing and ensuring
students can access physical
activities easily. That’s why
we boast 35 clubs across
32 sports, offering a mix
of social, competitive and
participation sports.

Our ‘Active Halls’, ‘Pop up’
Sports and ‘Learn to’
programmes offer a great
way to get started and get
active on and off campus.

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Zambia Project

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Student Radio

If you want to make                   Volunteering helps you stand out.
a difference or there’s               But don’t just take our word for it.
                                      A UCAS survey stated that 70% of
a cause close to your
                                      employers say they prefer candidates
heart, there are lots of              with a degree, plus experience.
opportunities to become               So you won’t just be helping others.
part of our community                 You’ll be helping yourself.
of volunteers.
                                                         Gardening Project
At Northumbria, we roll up
our sleeves. Students and staff
alike get involved in a wide range
of volunteer projects. Choose
from things like sports, animals,
teaching IT, arts or helping the
elderly. You can get involved in
the production of our magazine,
TV and radio stations and get your
name out there.

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BE
     SOCIAL

Our Students’ Union makes              At Northumbria University, the
a positive impact on the               Students’ Union (NSU) is the centre
                                       of student life on our campus, with
lives of all our students.
                                       outstanding facilities made up of
                                       bars, entertainment venues, coffee
                                       shops, workspaces, chill out zones
                                       and meeting rooms.

                                       The NSU is represented at City,
                                       Coach Lane, London and Amsterdam
                                       Campuses. It is run by a team of
                                       students called Sabbatical Officers
                                       who have been elected by students
                                       to represent you on all aspects of
                                       your university experience.

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The Greenhouse Café

Here’s a taster of what you can do at NSU:

• Enjoy great value food & drink     • Find student housing through
  at their on-campus bar, Habita,      their in-house letting agency,
  or The Greenhouse café,              NU:LETS.

• Join one of the 130+
  societies or get involved
  with volunteering,
                                             @NorthumbriaSU
• Attend numerous gigs
  each year – previous acts                  /mynsu
  have included Editors and
  Frank Turner,                              NSU/TV

• Get discounted Starbucks,                  @Northumbriastudentsunion

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THIS IS
     YOUR TIME
     Make it count.                          We play to your strengths.
     Join a talented, global learning        At Northumbria, everything we do
     community filled with ambitious,         is about you. We’re connected, so
     inquisitive people – just like you.     you’ll get the chance to work with
                                             global companies, study abroad,
     Northumbria is the place to
                                             expand your horizons, stretch your
     study courses shaped by
                                             knowledge, and build your CV.
     world-leading research, and
     created in consultation with            Our inspirational academics will
     students, employers and                 equip you with everything you
     professionals, statutory and            need to fulfil your potential –
     regulatory bodies. Here, you’ll         professionally and personally.
     learn to question, analyse,             Your learning experience will be
     challenge, innovate and make            tailored to ensure you’re ready
     an impact.                              for life beyond graduation – for
                                             a future yet to be explored.

       “ 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 Peter Francis | Deputy Vice-Chancellor

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RELEVANT
     & RECOGNISED
Northumbria has a long and             Over 400 of our courses are
successful history of professional     accredited by professional bodies,
accreditation for its courses.         who periodically visit Northumbria
We are proud to provide our            to ensure our courses meet
students with opportunities to         professional standards.
gain the best education possible.
                                       Our academic staff hold the same
Studying a course with professional    professional registrations and
accreditation makes you more           accreditations.
employable and will help you secure
your dream job after graduation.

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SUPERCHARGE
     YOUR CV
To build that perfect CV,              Working on live projects, taking
you need to get hands-on               part in a placement year or studying
                                       abroad will build upon your skills
experience.
                                       and make your CV stand out to
                                       future employers.

                                       Placements allow you to get
                                       workplace ready, test your
                                       knowledge and skills, and gain
                                       invaluable work experience.

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“ The level of responsibility
                                            my team entrusted me with
                                            was the biggest personal
                                            achievement for me. Being able
                                            to produce key deliverables
                                            to tight deadlines while
                                            adhering to excellent output
                                            quality is something that
                                            I will definitely be able to
                                            use throughout the rest of
                                            my career.”

                                           Tanvi Raj | BA (Hons) Law
                                           with Business. Placement year
                                           at IBM.

Live projects offer the opportunity    Many of our postgraduate courses
to work with a company to answer       offer a two-year Advanced Practice
a real brief. Again, thanks to our     option, where you will have the
extensive connections, we give         opportunity to put your learning
you opportunities to gain              into practice in a 12-15 week
experience at the highest level.       internship, study abroad or a
                                       research study project in your
You could find yourself working        second year.
with companies and organisations
like Barbour, L’OREAL, IBM, Nike,      By the time you graduate,
Nissan, Microsoft or Santander.        you’ll really know what it takes
                                       to succeed in the workplace:
Our Business Clinic provides the       to respond to a brief, develop
opportunity for students to work       innovative solutions and present
on live business consultancy           yourself with confidence.
projects with one of our many
business clients. Whilst the
Student Law Office allows students
to act on behalf of clients as part
of their studies.

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STUDY
     ABROAD

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“ My advice would be simple – if any
                                            student is thinking about going
                                            abroad to study, even if it is the
                                            smallest thought, do it because
                                            you won’t regret it. The friendships
                                            and memories that are made
                                            whilst studying abroad are
                                            second to none, and is truly
                                            such an amazing experience!”

                                           Chris Bridge | BA (Hons)
                                           Business with Economics.
                                           Study abroad in Hong Kong.

We offer exciting opportunities for you to study and visit
countries all over the world, including Japan, Australia,
France and the USA.
At Northumbria, we’re proud of          invaluable experience studying
our global community. Bringing          modules which will help them
together a wide range of people         advance within there chosen
from diverse backgrounds and            industry. Some programmes allow
cultures makes incredible               you to study abroad for up to three
things happen.                          semesters, or even combine study
                                        and a work placement to develp
For some students the opportunity       your professional profile even
to study their subject in a different   further. Our students have studied
academic environment is key, and        at institutions such as:
for others the opportunity to live
in another culture and interact with    • RMIT University (Vietnam)
students of different nationalities
                                        • The College of New Jersey (USA)
is the real attraction.
                                        • Auckland University of Technology
Over 200 students choose to               (New Zealand)
study abroad each year to help
enhance their CV, expand their          • University College Syddanmark
academic networks and gain                (Denmark)

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SUPPORT
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Being a student can be one of the best experiences of
your life, but we understand that sometimes it can also
be a challenge. Students and their wellbeing are at the
forefront of everything we do here at Northumbria.
Our Student Life and Wellbeing            Student Services Team’ in the
team are dedicated to providing           Times Higher Education Leadership
quality support for a variety of          and Management Awards 2015.
needs ranging from mental health
support to financial advice and           Over half of all Northumbria students
guidance. Their dedication has been       use our services in their academic
celebrated through achieving a            life. You will even be able to access
Customer Service Excellence Award,        our Student Support teams before
and being awarded ‘Outstanding            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.”

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STUDENT
     CENTRAL

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“ Student Central is the perfect
                                          hub for students to get all the
                                          information they need in one place
                                          as well as being a great place to
                                          access the library and to study”

                                         Emmanuel Kabengele |
                                         Northumbria University
                                         Students’ Union President

Student Central is a                  Equipped with private consultation
professional service                  rooms, counselling services and
                                      experts in a wide range of fields:
dedicated to offering
                                      Student Central can provide
an outstanding                        support on:
student experience
                                      • Accommodation,
at Northumbria.
                                      • Applying for jobs,
Student Central is the place where
                                      • Assessments,
students can access information,
guidance and support from a           • Change of student status,
range of expert advisers, including   • Choosing a career,
Student Support and Wellbeing,
                                      • Counselling,
Careers, Finance, Accommodation,
Library and course enquiries.         • Course information,
                                      • Disability,
Many of the services offer
drop-ins, so you can access           • Learning and research skills,
support and guidance quickly.         • Money and finance,
                                      • Placements,
                                      • Starting your own business,
                                      • Study abroad,
                                      • Using the Library,
                                      • Visas and welfare.

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“ The library is like my second home. There are different floors for the type
   of study you are doing. I usually go with my course mates and like to discuss
   our ideas, so we work in the group study area.”

   Mark Robertson | MSc Health Psychology

Northumbria boasts one of the best academic libraries
in the UK. We hold the Customer Service Excellence
accreditation, with the University Library hosting a
collection of just under half a million print books, 916,000
electronic books and almost 85,000 electronic journals,
to help support students during their degree.
Our City Campus Library is open           The University Library Digital
24/7 and staffed by our Ask4Help          Commons is located on the ground
team who are always on hand               floor of Northumberland Building.
to help with your questions               It provides over 160 learning spaces,
and queries. You can also take            including spaces with PCs/Macs and
advantage of our academic                 collaborative tables for group work.
support sessions to help you
improve your academic writing,            Coach Lane Library provides
research and presentation skills.         learning spaces over three floors
                                          and offers silent, quiet and
The Law Practice Library, based           collaborative spaces to enable you
in the Northumbria Law School,            to find your perfect learning space.
is home to a reference collection
of law resources, including
textbooks, law reports and journals.
The collection primarily supports
the Legal Practice Course (LPC)
and the Bar Professional Training
Course (BPTC).

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STUDENT
     LIFE AND
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“ Receiving support from the Student Life and Wellbeing team
    improved my self-esteem and my approach towards my studies.
    It is one of the most valuable things I’ve done throughout my
    time at university.”
   Anonymous | Faculty of Arts, Design and Social Sciences

Our Student Support and Wellbeing service is always on
hand to support you throughout your student journey.
Student Support and Wellbeing            We also help to support students
provides information, advice             through the transition to university
and welfare support for all students     in the UK by organising international
in relation to finance, mental           events. Those flying into Newcastle
health, disability and international     International Airport can register
student welfare.                         for our free Meet and Greet service,
                                         which means someone will
Before you apply, our specialist         meet you and take you to your
advisers are here to explain             accommodation when you arrive.
your funding options, including
information on scholarships, loans       Our services include:
and grants. They can also advise
                                         • Financial support,
you on how to apply for extra
support, such as childcare.              • International student support,

We provide a comprehensive range         • Disability and dyslexia support,
of support services for students         • Counselling and mental
who have a disability or specific          health support,
learning difficulties. This support
                                         • Welfare and health support,
continues throughout your studies.
                                         • Chaplaincy and faith advice.
If you’re an international student,
we offer immigration and visa
advice together with information
on working in the UK.

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MONEY
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     MATTERS
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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       fees for a postgraduate course.
All of our tuition fees can be found    For further information on what
on our website. Home students           is available and how to apply
are eligible to apply for a Student     please visit the website.
Finance Maintenance Loan.
Postgraduate students can find          Managing Your Money
information on Master’s Loans           Learning to manage your money
on the UK government website.           whilst studying is an integral part
                                        of university life. Our Careers and
Support Packages                        Employment service can support
There are a range of scholarships,      you in finding part-time work,
bursaries and financial aid available   whilst our Student Life and
depending on your circumstances.        Wellbeing teams can provide
Alumni can also receive a 20%           advice and guidance on handling
discount on their annual tuition        your finances.

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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 15th in the UK               Ranked 16th in the UK
     for Civil Engineering               for Built Environment
     Times Good University Guide 2019    Times Good University Guide 2019

     Ranked 6th in the UK for            Ranked 18th in the UK for
     Occupational Therapy                Physiotherapy
     Complete University Guide 2019      Complete University Guide 2019

     Ranked 10th in the UK               Ranked 15th in the UK
     for Design and Crafts               for English and Creative
     Guardian University Guide 2020      Writing courses
                                         Guardian University Guide 2020
     Ranked in the Top 20
     universities for Architecture,      Ranked 19th in the UK
     Education, Nursing and              for Food Science
     Midwifery, and Civil Engineering    Complete University Guide 2019
     Guardian University Guide 2020

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IT STARTS
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You’ll 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                 Foundation Year
All of our pathway courses are       This is a four year study route
taught directly on our campuses.     for an undergraduate degree.
Our courses can help international   This course is designed for students
students improve their English       who have not achieved the entry
language and academic skills to      requirements for their chosen
give you the confidence to start     course. Following successful
your degree.                         completion of the foundation year,
                                     you will automatically progress
                                     onto the first year of your degree.
                                     (Exclusions apply).

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Undergraduate Degrees                  Integrated Master’s
Undergraduate degrees include          Some courses offer a fully fundable
BA (Hons) and BSc (Hons)               undergraduate degree with the
qualifications. We offer placements    opportunity to undertake a year
or study abroad options on the         of study at master’s level.
majority of our courses which
can vary in length depending           Degree Apprenticeships
on the course.
                                       These specialist courses are
                                       co-designed with employers to
                                       ensure they’re providing the skills
                                       that industries are looking for.
                                       Students are employed and divide
                                       their time between the workplace
                                       and study.

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Postgraduate Taught Degrees              Postgraduate Research
Postgraduate degrees include             We have a vibrant community
MA and MSc qualifications. Master’s      of postgraduate researchers,
usually last one year. We also offer a   supported by excellent facilities,
two-year Advanced Practice option,       and offer a range of PhD/MPhil
where you have the opportunity to        programmes, research projects
undertake a 12-15 week internship,       and studentships throughout the
study aboard or research study           year. PhD’s provide an opportunity
project in your second year.             to become an expert in a field
                                         you are passionate about, opening
PG Cert and PG Dip awards are            doors to prestigious careers in
qualifications you can achieve           academia, or to research positions
by studying fewer modules at             across industry and public service.
master’s level.

MRes degrees also have a taught
component, but the majority of
your time will be spent undertaking
independent research.

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UNDERGRADUATE
COURSES 2021
NORTHUMBRIA PATHWAYS                      Food Science and Nutrition (with optional
                                          pathway in Human Nutrition) BSc (Hons)
International Year One - Business
                                          Forensic Science BSc (Hons)
International Foundation Programmes in:
Applied Science
                                            Medicine Pathway Programmes
Art, Design and Media                       Our partnership with St George’s University
                                            of Grenada School of Medicine offers
Business
                                            various pathway routes to a Doctor
Computing                                   of Medicine (MD). Please visit the website
Engineering                                 for further information.

Humanities and Social Science

Access Course in:                         ARCHITECTURE AND
                                          BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Pre-Sessional English and Study Skills
                                          Architecture BA (Hons)
                                          Architecture MArch
APPLIED SCIENCES
                                          Architecture and Built Environment
Applied Sciences Foundation Year          Foundation Year
Biochemistry BSc (Hons)                   Building Surveying BSc (Hons)
Biology BSc (Hons)                        Interior Architecture BA (Hons)
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)             Quantity Surveying BSc (Hons)
Chemistry BSc (Hons)                      Real Estate BSc (Hons)
Chemistry MChem (Hons)
Criminology and Forensic
Science BSc (Hons)

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ART                                                BUSINESS
Animation BA (Hons)                                Accounting BA (Hons)
Drama Foundation Year                              Accounting, Finance and Economics
                                                   Foundation Year
Drama (with optional pathways in Acting and
Performance or Applied Theatre) BA (Hons)          Business and Management Foundation Year
Film and Media Foundation Year                     Business Management BA (Hons)

Film and Television Studies BA (Hons)              Business with Accounting BA (Hons)

Film and TV Production BA (Hons)                   Business with Economics BA (Hons)

Fine Art BA (Hons)                                 Business with Entrepreneurship BA (Hons)

Fine Art Foundation Year                           Business with Financial Management
                                                   BA (Hons)
Journalism and English Literature BA (Hons)
                                                   Business with Human Resource Management
Mass Communication BA (Hons)
                                                   BA (Hons)
Mass Communication with Advertising
                                                   Business with International Management
BA (Hons)
                                                   BA (Hons)
Mass Communication with Business BA (Hons)         Business with Logistics and Supply
Mass Communication with Public Relations           Chain Management BA (Hons)
BA (Hons)                                          Business with Management BA (Hons)
Media and Journalism BA (Hons)                     Business with Marketing Management
                                                   BA (Hons)
TOP-UP/COMPLETION COURSES                          Business with Tourism Management
                                                   BA (Hons)
Mass Communication and Business BA (Hons)
                                                   Economics and Finance (Subject to Validation)
Mass Communication (Completion Award)
                                                   BSc (Hons)
BA (Hons)
                                                   Entrepreneurial Business Management
                                                   BA (Hons)
                                                   Finance and Investment Management BA (Hons)
                                                   Human Resource Management BA (Hons)
                                                   International Business Management BA (Hons)

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Undergraduate courses 2021

International Business Management             COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES
with French BA (Hons)
                                              Computer and Digital Forensics BSc (Hons)
International Business Management             Computer and Digital Forensics MComp (Hons)
with Spanish BA (Hons)
                                              Computing and Information Technology
Marketing Management BA (Hons)                Foundation Year
Tourism and Events Management BA (Hons)       Computer Networks and Cyber Security
                                              BSc (Hons)
TOP-UP/COMPLETION COURSES                     Computer Networks and Cyber Security
Accounting and Finance BA (Hons)              MComp (Hons)

Business BA (Hons)                            Computer Science BSc (Hons)

Business and Finance BA (Hons)                Computer Science MComp (Hons)
                                              Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence
Business and International Management
                                              BSc (Hons)
BA (Hons)
                                              Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence
Business and Marketing BA (Hons)
                                              MComp (Hons)
Business with Law BA (Hons)
                                              Computer Science with Games Development
International Banking and Finance BA (Hons)   BSc (Hons)
International Business Management BA (Hons)   Computer Science with Games Development
                                              MComp (Hons)
International Hospitality and Tourism
Management BA (Hons)                          Computer Science with Web Development
                                              BSc (Hons)
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
BA (Hons)                                     Computer Science with Web Development
                                              MComp (Hons)

LONDON CAMPUS TOP-UP COURSES                  Information Technology Management
                                              for Business BSc (Hons)
Accounting and Finance BA (Hons)
Business BA (Hons)                            TOP-UP COURSE
Business Enterprise Creation and Management   Applied Computing (Top-up) BSc (Hons)
BA (Hons)
International Banking and Finance BA (Hons)   LONDON CAMPUS
                                              Applied Computing (Top-up) BSc (Hons)

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NORTHUMBRIA SCHOOL OF DESIGN                       ENGLISH, HISTORY, AMERICAN
                                                   STUDIES AND MUSIC
3D Design BA (Hons)
                                                   American Studies BA (Hons)
Design Foundation Year
                                                   English Language and Literature BA (Hons)
Design for Industry BA (Hons)
                                                   English Language Studies BA (Hons)
Fashion BA (Hons)
                                                   English Literature BA (Hons)
Fashion Communication BA (Hons)
                                                   English Literature and American Studies
Fashion Design and Marketing BA (Hons)
                                                   BA (Hons)
Graphic Design BA (Hons)
                                                   English Literature and Creative Writing
Interaction Design BA (Hons)                       BA (Hons)
Interior Design BA (Hons)                          English Literature and History BA (Hons)
                                                   History BA (Hons)

EDUCATION                                          History and American Studies BA (Hons)

Primary Education BA (Hons)                        History and Politics BA (Hons)
                                                   Humanities Foundation Year

GEOGRAPHY AND                                      Music BA (Hons)
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES                             Music Foundation Year
Environmental Science BSc (Hons)
Geography BA (Hons)                                NORTHUMBRIA LAW SCHOOL
Geography BSc (Hons)                               Graduate Diploma in Law/Common
Geography and Environmental Sciences               Professional Examination GDL/CPE
Foundation Year                                    Law Foundation Year
Human Geography MGeog (Hons)                       Law LLB LLB (Hons)
Physical Geography BSc (Hons)                      Mental Health Law and Practice Certificate Cert.

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MATHEMATICS                                 NURSING MIDWIFERY AND HEALTH
Mathematics BSc (Hons)                      Community Specialist Practice District Nursing
                                            BSc (Hons)
Mathematics MMath (Hons)
                                            Healthcare Foundation Year
Mathematics and Physics Foundation Year
                                            Midwifery Studies BSc (Hons)
                                            Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Adult)
MECHANICAL AND                              BSc (Hons)
CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING
                                            Nursing Science Registered Nurse (Child)
Automotive Engineering BEng (Hons)          BSc (Hons)
Automotive Engineering MEng (Hons)          Nursing Science Registered Nurse
Civil Engineering BEng (Hons)               (Learning Disabilities) BSc (Hons)

Civil Engineering MEng (Hons)               Nursing Science Registered Nurse
                                            (Mental Health) BSc (Hons)
Construction Engineering Management
BSc (Hons)                                  Operating Department Practice
                                            (Subject to Validation) BSc (Hons)
Engineering Foundation Year
Mechanical and Automotive Engineering
                                            TOP-UP/COMPLETION COURSES
BEng (Hons)
                                            Nursing Science BSc (Hons)
Mechanical and Automotive Engineering
MEng (Hons)
Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)
Mechanical Engineering MEng (Hons)

TOP-UP COURSES
Construction Engineering Management
BSc (Hons)
Mechanical Design Engineering BEng (Hons)

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PHYSICS AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING                 SOCIAL SCIENCES
Electrical and Electronic Engineering              Criminology BSc (Hons)
BEng (Hons)
                                                   Criminology and Sociology BSc (Hons)
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
                                                   International Relations and Politics BA (Hons)
MEng (Hons)
                                                   Professional Policing BSc (Hons)
Engineering Foundation Year
                                                   Social Sciences Foundation Year
Mathematics and Physics Foundation Year
                                                   Sociology BSc (Hons)
Physics BSc (Hons)
Physics MPhys (Hons)
Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons)               SOCIAL WORK AND
                                                   COMMUNITY WELLBEING
Physics with Astrophysics MPhys
                                                   Childhood and Early Years Studies BA (Hons)

TOP-UP COURSES                                     Guidance and Counselling BA (Hons)

Electronic Design Engineering BEng (Hons)          Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons)

Mobile Communications Engineering                  Social Work BSc (Hons)
BEng (Hons)

                                                   SPORTS EXERCISE AND REHABILITATION
PSYCHOLOGY                                         Applied Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)
Psychology (with optional pathways                 Applied Sport Science with Coaching BSc (Hons)
in Business, Clinical, Experimental, Forensic
                                                   Physiotherapy BSc (Hons)
or Health Psychology) BSc (Hons)
                                                   Sport Coaching BSc (Hons)
Psychology Foundation Year
                                                   Sport Development BA (Hons)
Psychology with Criminology BSc (Hons)
                                                   Sport Development and Management
                                                   Foundation Year
                                                   Sport, Exercise and Nutrition BSc (Hons)
                                                   Sport Management BSc (Hons)

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POSTGRADUATE
COURSES 2020
PRE - MASTER’S                          ART
Business Graduate Certificate           Animation MA
                                        Arts MRes

APPLIED SCIENCES                        Conservation of Fine Art MA

Biotechnology MSc                       Creative and Cultural Industries Management
                                        MA
Forensic Science MSc
                                        Master of Fine Art MFA
Microbiology MSc
                                        Preventive Conservation MA
Nutritional Science MSc
                                        Theatre and Performance MA

ARCHITECTURE AND
BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Architecture MArch
Architect Degree Apprenticeship MArch
Interior Architecture PG Cert
Real Estate MSc
Real Estate (International) MSc
Surveying (Building Surveying) MSc
Surveying (Quantity Surveying) MSc
Surveying (Real Estate) MSc

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BUSINESS
Business with Business Analytics MSc               AMSTERDAM CAMPUS
Business with Entrepreneurship MSc                 Business with Business Analytics MSc
Business with Hospitality and Tourism              Business with International Management MSc
Management MSc
Business with Human Resource Management            LONDON CAMPUS
MSc                                                Business with Business Analytics MSc
Business with International Management MSc         Business with Entrepreneurship MSc
Business with Logistics and Supply                 Business with Financial Management MSc
Chain Management MSc
                                                   Business with Hospitality and Tourism
Business with Management MSc                       Management MSc
Coaching PG Cert/PG Dip/MA                         Business with Human Resource Management
Digital Marketing MSc                              MSc

Doctor of Business Administration DBA              Business with International Management MSc

Finance MSc                                        Business with Marketing Management MSc

Forensic Accounting MSc                            Digital Marketing MSc

Global Logistics, Operations and Supply            Global Logistics, Operations and Supply Chain
Chain Management MSc                               Management MSc

Human Resource Management                          Professional Accounting
and Development MA                                 (with Professional Study Preparation) MSc

International Business Management MSc
International Finance and Investment MSc
Marketing MSc
MBA MBA
Multidisciplinary Innovation MA/MSc
Professional Accounting
(with Professional Study Preparation) MSc

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Postgraduate courses 2020

COMPUTER AND                                Fashion Design (Menswear) MA
INFORMATION SCIENCES
                                            Fashion Design (Performancewear) MA
Advanced Computer Science MSc
                                            Fashion Design (Sustainable and Ethical) MA
Artificial Intelligence MSc
                                            Fashion Design (Womenswear) MA
Computer Science MSc
                                            Multidisciplinary Innovation MA/MSc
Data Science MSc
Human Computer Interaction                  LONDON CAMPUS
(subject to validation) MSc
                                            Luxury Brand Management MA
Information Science (Data Analytics) MSc
Information Science (Library Management)
MSc                                         GEOGRAPHY AND
                                            ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
                                            Disaster Management and Sustainable
LONDON CAMPUS
                                            Development MSc
Computing and Technology MSc
                                            Environmental Health MSc
Cyber Security MSc
                                            Environmental Monitoring, Modelling
Cyber Security Technology MSc               and Reconstruction MSc
Information Security Management MSc         Safety, Health and Environmental Management
Professional Practice in Computing and IT   MSc
MSc
Web and Mobile Development Technologies
                                            ENGLISH, HISTORY,
MSc
                                            AND CREATIVE WRITING
                                            Applied Linguistics for TESOL MA
NORTHUMBRIA SCHOOL OF DESIGN                Creative Writing MA
Communication Design MA                     English Literature MA
Design MA                                   English Literature MRes
Design MRes                                 History MA
Design Management MA                        History MRes
Fashion Design MA                           TESOL MA

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NORTHUMBRIA LAW SCHOOL                             MATHEMATICS, PHYSICS AND
                                                   ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Advanced Legal Practice (Project only) LLM
                                                   Electrical Power Engineering MSc
Bar Course PGDip
                                                   Microelectronic and Communication
Bar Course LLM LLM
                                                   Engineering MSc
Bar Knowledge Course (Stage 1) 40 Credits
                                                   Statistics MSc
Bar Skills Course (Stage 2)* PGDip
Data Protection Law and Information
Governance PG Cert                                 MECHANICAL AND
                                                   CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING
Employment Law in Practice
PG Cert/PG Dip/LLM                                 Construction Project Management with BIM
                                                   MSc
Graduate Diploma in Law/Common
Professional Examination GDL/CPE                   Engineering Management MSc

Information Rights Law and Practice PG Cert        Mechanical Engineering MSc

Law (Criminal Justice) (subject to validation)     Project Management MSc
LLM                                                Renewable and Sustainable Energy
Law (Cyber Law) LLM                                Technologies MSc

Law (International Commercial Law) LLM
Law (International Finance) LLM                    AMSTERDAM CAMPUS

Law (Space Law) LLM                                Project Management MSc

Legal Practice (LPC) PGDip
                                                   LONDON CAMPUS
LLM in Legal Practice LLM
                                                   International Project Management MSc
Professional Practice in Mental Health Law
PG Cert                                            Professional Practice in Project Management
                                                   MSc
                                                   Programme and Project Management MSc

*From 2021 entry

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Postgraduate courses 2020

NURSING, MIDWIFERY AND HEALTH           PSYCHOLOGY
Healthcare Management MSc               Health Psychology MSc
Healthcare Professional Practice MRes   Occupational and Organisational Psychology
                                        MSc
Nursing MSc
                                        Psychology MSc
Nursing Leadership MSc
                                        Psychology MRes
Nursing Science Registered Nurse
(Adult) MSc                             Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc
Nursing Science Registered Nurse
(Child) MSc
                                        SOCIAL SCIENCES
Nursing Science Registered Nurse
(Learning Disability) MSc               Criminology and Criminal Justice MA

Nursing Science Registered Nurse        International Development MSc
(Mental Health) MSc                     International Relations, Conflict and Security
Professional Non-Surgical Aesthetic     MA
Practice PG Cert/PGDip/MSc

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SOCIAL WORK, EDUCATION                             SPORTS, EXERCISE
AND COMMUNITY WELLBEING                            AND REHABILITATION
Autism MA                                          Clinical Exercise Physiology MSc
Dyslexia: Assessment and Teaching PG Cert          Exercise Science MRes
Early Primary Education PGCE                       International Sport Management MSc
Education (with pathways in Leadership             Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration) MSc
and Management, or SEN & Inclusion) MA
                                                   Strength and Conditioning MSc
Education (with pathways in Curriculum
Development, Teaching and Learning,
Leadership and Management, or SEN
and Inclusive Practice) MEd
Education Leadership in Learning
(Teach First) MA
Master of Public Health MPH
Master of Public Health (Nutrition) MPH
Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration) MSc
Primary Education PGCE
Secondary Art, Craft and Design PGCE
School Direct PGCE
Social Work MA
Special and Inclusive Education (National
Award for Special Educational Needs
Co-ordinators) PG Cert

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ADMISSIONS
     AND SELECTION

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Entry Requirements                   Selection process
All of our entry requirements        We will read your application in
can be found on individual           detail, looking very carefully at
course pages on our website.         the information you have told us
At Northumbria we accept a wide      about yourself. We are interested
variety of academic and vocational   in your academic qualifications
qualifications for entry. To find    and potential; work and life
out what points are awarded to       experiences; and your personal
UK and EU grades visit ucas.com      skills and qualities.
and use their tariff calculator.
International applicants can find    For some courses, you may need
out more information by visiting     to attend an interview or submit a
northumbria.ac.uk/international      portfolio. For further information on
                                     the selection process for a specific
                                     course, visit our website.
Advice and information
If you require any additional
information about any of our         Admissions policy
courses, or need advice on entry     Any offer the University may
requirements or the application      make is subject to the terms and
process, please contact our          conditions set out in our Admissions
Applicant Services team              Policy and Handbook of Student
on +44 (0)191 406 0901               Regulations on our website.
or bc.applicantservices@
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UNDERGRADUATE
HOME AND EU
VIA UCAS
This is a quick guide to your application journey.
For more information on applying to Northumbria,
visit our website.

Remember:
Research universities and attend Open Days
or recruitment visits in the EU.

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                                          Deadline 15 January 2021
 HOW DO YOU APPLY?                        EU students can also apply
                                            direct on our website

     Receive       Use UCAS Track
 information on     to accept firm             Made an offer?
  how to book     (1st) or insurance      Attend NU Experience Day
accommodation        (2nd) choice

                       GET YOUR RESULTS

                    Not met your         Missed your insurance offer
                    firm offer but      or done better than expected?
                       met your
Met all of your   insurance offer.
 conditions?       Your insurance
                      choice will
                  be automatically      Call us on our Clearing
                       accepted        Hotline 0800 085 1085

     CONGRATULATIONS YOU’RE
     COMING TO NORTHUMBRIA!

   If you are an EU student book
 your free Meet and Greet service         Complete self-registration
      to take you direct to your           online before you arrive
 accommodation from the airport

            WELCOME TO NORTHUMBRIA!
        ATTEND INDUCTION AND WELCOME WEEK

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UNDERGRADUATE
AND
POSTGRADUATE
INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS
This is a quick guide on how to apply for a course
at Northumbria. For more details visit our website.

Remember:
Research universities and attend our recruitment
visits in your country. For more details visit
northumbria.ac.uk/nuworldwide

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HOW DO YOU APPLY?
                                          Apply directly on our website
                                          northumbria.ac.uk/courses
                                                through an agent
                                           or with our Regional Office
       Your offer will be                        in your country
     emailed to you or your
   educational representative

      Check your applicant
       portal regularly for              ACCEPT YOUR OFFER
     important information

  GET YOUR RESULTS                        Receive information on how
      Met your conditions?                 to book accommodation

     CONGRATULATIONS YOU’RE
     COMING TO NORTHUMBRIA!

  If required, receive your CAS           If required, pay your deposit

          Book your free
  Meet and Greet service to take           Complete self-registration
you direct to your accommodation            online before you arrive
         from the airport

          WELCOME TO NORTHUMBRIA!
ATTEND ENROLMENT, INDUCTION AND WELCOME WEEK

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POSTGRADUATE
HOME AND EU
STUDENTS
This is a quick guide on how to apply
for a postgraduate course at Northumbria.
For more information on applying to
Northumbria, visit our website.

Remember:
Research universities and attend Open Days
or our recruitment visits in the EU.

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HOW DO YOU APPLY?
                                                Apply directly
                                                on our website
                                          northumbria.ac.uk/courses
  Your offer will be emailed
 to you or your educational
     representative (EU)

    Check your applicant
portal regularly for important           ACCEPT YOUR OFFER
         information

GET YOUR RESULTS                          Receive information on how
    Met your conditions?                   to book accommodation

                        CONGRATULATIONS YOU’RE
                        COMING TO NORTHUMBRIA!

       If you are an EU
   student book your free
   Meet and Greet service
  to take you direct to your
    accommodation from
           the airport                     Complete self-registration
                                            online before you arrive

           WELCOME TO NORTHUMBRIA!
       ATTEND INDUCTION AND WELCOME WEEK

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CONTACT
     US

There are a range of                         Live chat across our website
ways you can get in
touch. Please contact                        @NorthumbriaUni
the relevant team or
message us via our                           /NorthumbriaUni
other channels.
                                             NorthumbriaUni

                                             @NorthumbriaUni

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Applicant Enquiries             London Campus

T: (+44) 191 406 0901           Northumbria University
E: bc.applicantservices@        110 Middlesex Street,
northumbria.ac.uk               London E1 7HT
                                T: (+44) 207 092 9710
Course Enquiries

T: (+44) 191 227 4646           Amsterdam Campus
E: ask4help@northumbria.ac.uk   Fraijlemaborg
                                133 1102 CV Amsterdam
Accommodation Enquiries
                                T: 020 523 6311
T: (+44) 191 227 4209           E: amsterdam@northumbria.ac.uk
E: ask4help@northumbria.ac.uk

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