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.
Masterplan for Health Innovation Neighbourhood given go-ahead
Planning consent has been secured for the detailed masterplan of Newcastle University’s multi-million pound Health Innovation Neighbourhood which will promote longer, healthier lives.
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Discover Festival to inspire future generations in the North East
Discover Festival is an exciting one-day event that will showcase the ground-breaking research and development through a range of interactive activities for families across the North East.
Newcastle recognised for excellence nationally by Brain Cancer Mission
The paediatric neuro-oncology collaboration between Newcastle University and Hospitals' has been recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Tessa Jowell Brain Cancer Mission.
New £12 million research centre to improve studies of rare disease
A new £12 million research centre has been launched to improve clinical trials for patients with rare diseases.
AI software could revolutionise voice box cancer treatment
Artificial intelligence has been found to improve the outcome of patients with voice box cancer, which is a step closer to personalised treatment, new research has revealed.
Learning centre sees success in supporting young people
A learning centre designed to help young people from under-represented backgrounds in Newcastle progress into higher education has supported more than 1,200 students in the past year.
