We are here to help you understand the fees and finances needed for your study. We can also help you with academic and English language support.
You can visit our Student Services every weekday. We also have 24 hour support through our website.
Our global partnerships
Newcastle University works closely with a broad range of institutional partners around the world. To view our region specific partnerships please visit our Global pages.
Newcastle University and NCUK
Newcastle University is proud to be an NCUK University partner, welcoming students who have successfully completed the NCUK International Foundation year as a recognised pathway to our degree programmes. Further information can be found on their website.
Entry requirements
Find out the qualifications from Namibia that we accept for entry onto our undergraduate and postgraduate course pages at Newcastle.
Find out what applicable A Level, International Baccalaureate or Degree results you need by visiting our undergraduate and postgraduate course pages.
English language and visa requirements
If your first language isn't English you will generally need an IELTS score of 6.5, or equivalent, to study at Newcastle University. Some courses have different requirements, so please check the course you want to study.
Tuition fees for international students are provided on individual course profiles. Find an undergraduate degree or postgraduate course and check what fees apply.
Each year, we invest in scholarship schemes to support new eligible students to study with us. We’ll help guide you through the options available for you to consider including:
Rent lower than UK average
Newcastle is among the cheapest cities to live in the UK
Compact, walkable city
Save money on transport links with easy access to campus and amenities
Cheaper student life
Make your money go further whatever your lifestyle
Societies
At Newcastle, you will build relationships with fellow students from around the world. We have over 200 societies and sports clubs you can join.
The International Society brings together students of different nationalities. This can help you to settle into the local environment and promotes cultural diversity on our campus.
The Afro-Caribbean Society aims to bring together students from Africa and the Caribbean, and anyone who shares an interest and love their culture.
We're proud to welcome students to come and spend a semester or academic year with us. We also encourage our students to gain a global outlook by partaking in a work placement, internship or summer school abroad.
If you are interested in applying for a transfer to Newcastle University, please email us with your course choice for more information.
Please note that:
we are only able to accept transfer requests into the second year of an undergraduate degree
not all courses are eligible for transfer requests
we do not offer top-up courses at our university
Education agents
Education agents can help you find the right university and assist you with:
applying for a course
visas
accommodation
travel
and more
We have excellent relationships with education agents from Namibia. . They can provide further information and assist you with the submission of your application to Newcastle University. Our contacts are listed below.
At Newcastle University we're connected to a range of different employers from a variety of industry sectors. Our reach is local, national, and international.
When you study here, you'll have the opportunity to meet our industry partners and employers.
We offer work-related academic projects and events, placements, volunteering opportunities and jobs fairs. You'll gain practical help and advice and get insight into industries that you may be interested in.
Crucially, these opportunities could give you the edge in a competitive jobs market.
You can contact us by email with any questions you may have about applying to Newcastle. If you would prefer to speak to us, you can email us to arrange a convenient time.
