Study at Newcastle from Hong Kong
Your guide to Newcastle University. For an internationally respected degree. For the best student life in the UK.
For your career
You’ll graduate with a degree valued by employers around the globe. You’ll have the skills you need for the world you’ll live and work in.
You’ll also graduate on time. Our three-year graduation rate is 93% (Non-UK students – Office for Students TEF data 2024).
Our students have gone on to career success with employers such as Siemens, Dyson, IBM, PwC, Deloitte, EY and Accenture. Over 2,700 Hong Kong alumni are already making their mark in the world.
Our careers support will be tailored to you - whether you decide to return home to Hong Kong or build a career in the UK through the Graduate visa route.
Your career path
We’re ranked five star for employability (QS Stars 2025). With us you’ll:
- access work experience, placements and internship opportunities
- develop a professional network through recruitment events
- take your first career steps – we advertise over 5,000 graduate vacancies per year
- be supported by our Careers Service while you’re studying with us and for up to three years after graduation
Our careers support will be tailored to you – whether you decide to return home to Hong Kong or build a UK career through the Graduate visa or British National (Overseas) visa.
Newcastle is one of the best student cities for many reasons: its rich culture and history and the friendly Geordies to name just a few! The city and its people were so welcoming to me as an international student.
Applying to us
Clearing entry requirements may be lower than those listed on course pages and below. Apply direct, call or chat to us to check specific entry requirements.
Typically we recognise grades 4,4,4 from three Senior Secondary subjects (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese), in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) as comparable to AAB at A Level. Level 3 or above is required in all other subjects.
You may be considered for second year entry with a minimum GPA of 3.3 or 75% average or grade B overall in an Associate Degree or a Higher Diploma.
Language requirements
English will be the main language you use socially and for study. If it’s not your first language, we require HKSDE grade 5 in English with a minimum of grade 4 in each element.
For programmes requiring IELTS at 6.0, we require grade 4 overall with a maximum two elements at grade 3, and the rest at grade 4. This is valid only if you have taken the test within three years of the start of your course.
We accept IELTS One Skill Retakes.
Visa requirements
To study in the UK you’ll need to apply for a Student visa.
As part of your application you’ll need:
- a valid passport or travel document
- proof that you can support yourself in the UK, for example, bank account statements
You’ll also have to pay a healthcare surcharge. This allows you to use the National Health Service while you’re in the UK.
See our Visa and Immigration page.
Tuition fees and scholarships
A degree with us is lifechanging. It’s an investment in your future.
For each year of your degree you’ll pay a tuition fee. That amount can be found on our course profiles online.
How much you pay will depend on the degree you choose. You should also expect that fee to increase in each subsequent academic year.
Scholarship opportunities
To help fund your degree you could apply for a scholarship – either in Hong Kong or from us. Schemes include:
- Hong Kong Scholarship for Excellence Scheme: funded by the Hong Kong Government, it supports students studying overseas
- External scholarships: offered by Hong Kong businesses, charities and higher education associations
- Newcastle University International Family Discounts: available if a close family member is studying with us or has graduated from Newcastle University
- Newcastle University subject specific scholarships
Our friendly city
The regional capital of North East England, Newcastle is fun, friendly and effortlessly cool.
Great for shopping, culture, sport, nights out and eating out, it’s a vibrant, exciting city. It’s close to beautiful countryside and 20 minutes from award-winning beaches.
Newcastle is also well connected by direct road and rail links to the rest of the UK, and by an international airport to the rest of the world.
Great student life
Through our Students’ Union you can:
- sign up for a student society – choose from 160+ societies including a Hong Kong Society and Anglo-Chinese Society
- try free/discounted activity taster sessions
- volunteer
As a UK top 10 university for sport (British Universities and Colleges Sports rankings) we offer 60+ sports clubs, an inclusive sports programme and exceptional facilities.
Great accommodation
Our students voted our accommodation 3rd in the UK (Uni Compare Top 100 University Rankings 2026).
Self-catering and situated near campus or close to great public transport links into the city centre, our residences are:
- affordable, with all-inclusive bills
- safe, with CCTV and help points, plus security teams on call 24/7
- well-equipped, offering a range of facilities
You’ll settle in supported by a ResLife programme of social events and life skills sessions.
You’ll live with flatmates from around the world, making friends and memories for life.
Great support
You’re never on your own at Newcastle University. We’ll support you every step of the way.
Before you join us: get ready for student life with our resources and information.
When you arrive: book our Airport Meet and Greet service – we’ll meet you at Newcastle International Airport and arrange transport to your accommodation. International Welcome events and your School induction will help you meet new friends and settle in.
During your studies: access dedicated Student Services covering:
- student visas
- health and wellbeing
- disability support
- student finance, including budgeting advice
- academic skills
- faith and spirituality – we have dedicated prayer and reflection spaces on campus
Newcastle's culture is really diverse. I’ve met people who grew up in the same town I did but I’d never met them until I arrived in Newcastle. It was a nice surprise knowing there are people who could make Newcastle my home away from home.
International student stories
Ali from Iraq
Archaeology PhD
The city is more beautiful than described and the people are very kind.
John from India
Geospatial Surveying and Mapping BEng
My course focuses on land and marine surveying applications. What sets the University apart in this area are the dedicated labs.
Aaryan from India
Computer Science BSc
To support my studies, I’ve been awarded a VCIS (Vice Chancellor International Scholarship) worth £4,000. The rest of my fees are self-funded.
Lukman from Nigeria
Mechanical and Systems Engineering PhD
Newcastle University really welcomes international students. It’s clear that the institution strongly values inclusion and diversity.
Madiha from India
English Literature with Creative Writing BA
The application process was straightforward and I felt very supported by the University throughout.
Jasmine from Malaysia
Dietetics MDiet
Newcastle feels like somewhere between a big city and a small town.
Hana from Czechia
International Business Management BSc
I’m not sure what I want to do in the future, being able to study lots of different modules is giving me the chance to explore all the possibilities.
Bernardo from Brazil
Law PhD
I am deeply passionate about the RED (Researcher Education and Development) programme - it has been an integral part of my PhD journey.
Aytach from Azerbaijan
Media and Public Relations MA
There is so much I enjoy about my course: the modules, practical tasks and assignments.