The University of Newcastle College of International Education is the official on-campus pathway college to the University of Newcastle, Australia, providing entry to over 130 undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at a world-class university.
At the College, international students enjoy small classes, a low staff to student ratio, and 1-on-1 support to gain skills that enable them to thrive at university and complete their degree with confidence. It is a truly international institution, with over 39,000 students from more than 100 countries worldwide.
College students will have access to all the exceptional facilities and services at the University of Newcastle. This includes seven state-of-the-art libraries holding 1.3 million resources, over 150 clubs and societies, free career counselling and a Centre for Teaching and Learning that provides drop-in sessions and academic workshops.
The College is located in Newcastle, the seventh largest city in Australia, just 160 kilometres north of Sydney. In the middle of an exciting urban renewal, Newcastle is the leading regional economy in Australia. Students can find everything that a mega city offers but with a more relaxed vibe. Home to a thriving community, Newcastle is an affordable, clean, safe and vibrant coastal city to study, live and work.
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The University of Newcastle College of International Education offers a range of pathway programs:
This 8 or 12-month program is structured to equip students for university study, both academically and socially. It’s designed to prepare students for a seamless transition to Year 1 of over 100 different undergraduate degrees offered by the University of Newcastle.
This program acts as a pathway for international students aspiring to get into the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (Joint Medical Program) at the University of Newcastle. It can be completed in either 8 or 12 months. This is one of a handful programs of its type in Australia. Successful applicants will receive a packaged offer for both Foundation Studies in Medicine and the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine. Progression rules do apply.
The standard and extended Degree Transfer programs are designed for students who have completed 12 years of schooling in their home country, and offers a direct pathway into the second year of their chosen bachelor’s degree at the University of Newcastle. They are available in four different streams: business, commerce, engineering and information technology.
This program is a direct pathway for international students aiming to enrol in a variety of master’s degrees at the University of Newcastle. This program is taught over two trimesters. Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive up to 30 credit points, allowing them to jump straight into the second trimester of their master’s degree.
Students have a wide range of subject areas to choose from at the University of Newcastle College of International Education. Subject areas include the following:
Four of the following electives based on bachelor’s degree destination:
There are plenty of reasons for international students to choose the University of Newcastle College of International Education as a study destination:
A$33,860 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
A$26,460 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
A$26,780 Living costs
A$14,560 To live on campus
The University of Newcastle College of International Education welcomes international applicants from around the world.
International students looking to study at The University of Newcastle College must meet the admissions standards that have been set by its academic board. In general, for most countries or regions, this implies the completion of Year 11 or Year 12 at school with the required grades. In some cases, a diploma may be required. Undergraduate and postgraduate country specific entry requirements are listed on the website.
International students must also meet English requirements for their chosen programme. Students can visit the College website for more details on English entry requirements for the different programs offered and the English tests accepted by the College. Broadly, students need to have completed the IELTS with a 5.5 or 6.0 score overall, or the TOEFL (iBT) with a score of 50 overall, though some other tests are also accepted, and requirements may vary according to the program chosen.
Students at the University of Newcastle College of International Education will enjoy access to world-class facilities and services in the university from day one. Located in the heart of the city, NUspace is only a short walk away from the stunning beaches, the main shopping precinct and the heart of entertainment in Newcastle.
Students will enjoy seven state-of-the-art libraries, a computer suite, wireless internet, cafes, over 150 clubs and societies, a free career counselling service and a Centre for Teaching and Learning that conducts drop-in sessions and academic workshops.
Newcastle is among Australia’s most affordable cities for students to live and study in. Students can choose from nine different on-campus residences located across Newcastle Callaghan and Central Coast campuses. Weekly prices range from AUD 199 (non-catered) through to AUD 470 per week (catered).
The university also has a service that can offer free advice to students about shared housing as well as access to a database of current rooms, apartments and houses available to rent. Homestay connects students with local families to live in a home environment.
Students will enjoy a safe environment on campus, with campus security services available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. During term time, students can enjoy a free shuttle bus services that loops around Callaghan campus and runs between Callaghan and Newcastle City campuses. An after-hours, on-call security shuttle is also available at Callaghan campus.
Students at the University of Newcastle College of International Education will enjoy the educational, recreational and social facilities on offer. They will have access to over 150 clubs and societies, free career counselling, drop-in sessions and academic workshops.
In addition to the university’s academic support, the College offers weekly English and mathematics drop-in sessions.
Students can seek career advice from dedicated career counsellors on campus on topics such as interview skills and resume writing. The College allows students to benefit from a strong career network with numerous potential employers and industry contacts.
The College offers students a free and confidential counselling service to help address any issues that might be affecting their mental health or general well-being.
A dedicated Student Experience team will connect students with academic support, provide students with program and enrolment advice, assist with degree choices and course selection, provide welfare support for personal issues, and help student improve their time management and study pressure management skills. They will also provide general study and motivation assistance, help with accommodation, support students under the age of 18 and them students with clubs, societies and peers for social networking.
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