We have taught medicine in Newcastle since 1834. We are proud of our rich and vibrant history, which provides a strong foundation for innovation and growth.
We excel in tackling challenges in health and healthcare. We're at the forefront of the translational medicine revolution.
We turn scientific advances into direct benefits for patients. We enjoy strong partnerships with local NHS Trusts.
Our work has led to major advances in patient healthcare regionally, nationally and internationally.
Our Institutes
World-class, research-led teaching
We have a long-standing reputation for being one of the best places to study medical and health sciences.
We rank highly across both international and national league tables.
We support undergraduate and postgraduate students studying both taught and research programmes.
Distinguished figures receive honorary degrees
Outstanding individuals have been recognised with honorary degrees from Newcastle University.
AI assistant shows great promise in cataract care pathway
A new study has found that an artificial intelligence (AI) conversational agent enhances patient care after cataract surgery.
Reasons to be cheerful
Writing for Research Professional, Vice-Chancellor Chris Day assesses what the change of government could mean for the university sector
Collaboration to uncover mutations in rare blood disorder
Newcastle University has collaborated with UK-based Wellcome Sanger Institute (Sanger) and the SKAN Research Trust (SKAN) to investigate early mutations in blood stem cells.
Children’s brain tumours could be diagnosed with 10 minute scan
Children with the most common brain cancer could see diagnostic wait times reduced thanks to new research that trialled a new, quicker and less invasive way of determining tumour type.
Genetic cause of rare childhood immune disorders discovered
Scientists have pinpointed genetic changes that can leave children born with little to no immune defence against infection.
