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To be a world-class research- intensive university, to deliver teaching and facilitate learning of the highest quality and to play a leading role in the economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England.

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The Great North Museum needs your vote!

Please vote to help the Newcastle University-led Great North Museum win a National Lottery Award.

Royal accolade

Newcastle University's reputation as a leading centre for research into ageing has been recognised with the award of a Queen's Anniversary Prize.

It's Not Just Black and White, Grey Matters

Pledge your support to Newcastle University's national campaign to change the way society views older people.

Research with a global impact

Newcastle University's internationally-acclaimed research is making vital contributions to the creation of a sustainable future for all.

Team Newcastle students excel in the sporting arena

Newcastle is ranked among the top 10 universities for sport in the UK.

Top marks for teachers!

Students have given Newcastle University lecturers excellent scores for their teaching and enthusiasm in the National Student Survey.

Flying the flag for fairtrade

Newcastle University's Fairtrade status demonstrates our commitment to the growth and sustainability of the Developing World.

A great place to live and study!

Newcastle has been named the best university city in the UK by one of the world’s leading travel websites.

Latest News

Unmanned solar plane is world first
Newcastle engineers have secured their place in aviation history after playing a key role in the creation of the world’s first “eternal plane”.

Planners have the power to help us lose weight
Urban design is making us fat and needs to work harder to be healthier, warns a leading academic.

Can you ask a pig if his glass is half full?
Babe may be the most famous sensitive pig in the world but new research from Newcastle University suggests he is by no means the only one.

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Events

Identity Boxes
3rd August 2010, Time: 10:30 - 12:00

Carers' Network - Age UK
3rd August 2010, Time: 12:00 - 13:00

Talk: Exploring the Hatton Collection
5th August 2010, Time: 18:00 - 19:00

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Partnerships and Associations

Newcastle Biomedicine - our partnership with the NHS At the heart of Science City: Our world-class science is helping to build Britain's knowledge economy Queen's Anniversary Prizes Passionate about the North East Leading in Research: Newcastle University is a member of the Russell Group