Northumbria University

• Location: Newcastle, England,
• Year of foundation: 1880,
• Number of students: about 37,000,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of study: mixed.

Northumbria University is a modern university that conducts active research and provides local and international students with high—quality higher education programs in the UK. Northumbria University has an international reputation and is regularly ranked among the best universities in the country.

Northumbria University's activities began in 1880, when Rutherford College was founded. After almost 150 years, the educational institution can be called one of the most modern, innovative and focused on the best changes in the world. Students from hundreds of countries come here to gain competitive knowledge, applied skills and career opportunities not only in the UK, but also anywhere in the world.

The teaching staff of Northumbria University is represented by dozens of experienced, qualified specialists in their fields. Many teachers are active researchers, project managers, and participants in competitions. In the learning process, they use the latest technologies, modern approaches, and interactive equipment, so that each graduate has extensive experience to develop in their chosen profession.

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Northumbria University includes specialized departments that train students in the following areas:

• Architecture, Built Environment,
• Applied Sciences,
• Art
• Computer, Information Science,
• Geography, Environmental Sciences,
• Humanities
• Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering,
• Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering,
• Business
• Jurisprudence
• Design
• Nursing, Midwifery, Health,
• Psychology
• Social Sciences,
• Sports, physical exercises, rehabilitation.

Northumbria University has the status of a research center in which important project work is carried out. Highly qualified specialists work in specialized departments, who are joined by students of higher education programs - this is an important moment in the learning process, bringing applied skills and research experience.

Some of the university's interdisciplinary research topics are:

• Biofuture,
• Extreme conditions,
• Gender-based violence, abuse,
• The future of global development,
• Cosmos
• The future of urban formations.

Students are accommodated in one of 11 residential buildings located in varying degrees of proximity to the academic campus: each of the residences has modern renovation and equipment, common areas, high-speed Wi-Fi and 24-hour security.

Residential buildings offer rooms of various comfort levels.

• Stephenson — single rooms in multi-room apartments with shared bathrooms, kitchen, living room in a 10-minute walk from the study area,
• Glenamara House — single bedrooms with shared access to a kitchenette, bathroom, relaxation area,
• Trinity Square — standard and premium rooms, studio apartments,
• Winn — standard and premium rooms with one or two places for accommodation, studio apartments,
• New Bridge Street — standard rooms, premium rooms with shared or private bathrooms,
• Camden Court — standard rooms with shared bathrooms, studio apartments with kitchenette, bathroom, living room,
• Portland Green Student Village — Premium and standard rooms with private or shared bathrooms,
• The Bridge — rooms with private or shared bathrooms, access to the kitchen and seating areas,
• Byron Central is a residence two minutes from the campus offering classic and premium bedrooms,
• Quay Point — Classic and premium bedrooms with private, shared bathrooms within a 10-minute walk from the study area,
• Stepney Yard is the latest residence planning to open in the near future.

All residential buildings are equipped with shared kitchens where students can cook their own meals, and numerous cafeterias are open on and off the university campus. Every student will definitely find dishes to their liking.

At Northumbria University there is a huge number of diverse clubs on interests, there is also the Student Union, designed to help students with their problems and issues.

The Institute pays much attention to sports. Over the last decade, Northumbria has invested millions of pounds in world-class facilities and a team of professionals, creating a professional high-quality sports system that attracts the best athletes from around the world. The innovative and ambitious Northumbria University compiled sports programs unique to Northumbria, and provided its students with benefits.

So, through the program NORTH it is possible to meet like-minded people, participating in weekly sports classes. They are great for making new friends. With more than 20 different kinds of sports, everyone can find something to their liking!

• Northumbria University is recognized as the University of the Year, the most modern higher education institution according to the Daily Mail University Guide 2024,
• The title of the best university in the UK in 2022 according to the Times Higher Education Awards,
• Gold rating for student success, silver - for the level of teaching excellence in 2023,
• Northumbria University is among the top 25 universities in the UK in terms of research power and the number of graduates employed in the profession,
• Partnerships with leading national and international organizations: Nike, IBM, Nissan, Proctor & Gamble, BBC, NHC and others,
• More than 560 employers, about 60 professional companies sponsor the university's programs,
• Northumbria University is one of the top five in the country, ranks first in the region in terms of the number of postgraduate business startups,
• Cooperation with universities around the world,
• A multicultural student body represented by students from 137 countries.

The university is located in the city center. To date, Northumbria University is represented by 2 campuses - City Campus and Coach Lane Campus - which provide exceptional opportunities to create an environment for the formation of a successful future for each student. The technical facilities of the university support innovative research and provide practical tools necessary for each student to master the selected courses to the maximum. On the territory of the Institute there are modern laboratories, experienced workshops, CAD kits, media labs and much more - all this is supported by IT support, which is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Sports centers offer fantastic opportunities: fitness centers, a sprint track, squash courts, a pool with six stripes 25 meters long and a lot of open areas. At the flagship Sport Central, the main arena is designed for 3000 people and is home to Newcastle Eagles, the most successful team in the British Basketball League.

The University Library, which operates 24/7, has achieved the highest levels of student satisfaction in the UK and since 2010 has supported the UK Government's Customer Service Quality Standard (CSE). It provides access to an integrated and multidisciplinary print and online library.

The academic year for students of all programs consists of three semesters.:

• Autumn: September-January,
• Spring: January-May,
• Summer: May-September.

During the semesters, classes are organized on weekdays, rest on weekends, on national and international holidays, and vacations. Depending on the chosen program, the duration of study, the number of semesters and the schedule may vary.

Vacation dates are:

• Winter: December 25-January 12,
• Spring: March 25-April 12,
• Autumn: September 9-20.

The list of additional expenses will include:

• Registration fees, deposits,
• Accommodation in the residence, meals,
• Some extracurricular activities,
• Educational materials, additional literature,
• Medical insurance,
• Pocket expenses.

Future students will have to go through several stages:

• Choosing a program, clarifying deadlines and requirements, availability of vacancies,
• Filling out the registration form, providing documents,
• Payment of registration fees,
• Receiving an official response from the admissions committee,
• Passing an interview, possible entrance exams,
• Obtaining an official invitation to study,
• Payment for the program,
• Arrive on campus for accommodation in the residence and start of classes.

According to annually updated statistics, the university is one of the best in the category of employability of graduates: 9/10 students who have completed their studies start working or continue their academic path within six months after receiving a diploma.

All candidates must have a package of personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit. International applicants applying for undergraduate and bachelor's degree programs must provide:

• Certificate of completion of complete secondary education with an average score of at least four, the results of final exams,
• IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, PTE Academic or equivalent language test results.

To enroll in postgraduate programs, you will need:

• Bachelor's degree with four or five years of study, assessment certificate,
• IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, PTE Academic or equivalent language test results.

Language skills are important for studying at an English-speaking university: foreign students are provided with extracurricular support in the form of tutoring, additional classes in groups, and the opportunity to prepare for a one-year course.

Northumbria University offers a variety of scholarship and financial programs to support academically successful domestic and international students. To receive the award, the student must succeed in his studies, be active in extracurricular activities. Financial programs offer support to students who have good learning records but are unable to pay for the program on their own.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision