


University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
About University of Newcastle
Guided by our values of equity, excellence, sustainability and engagement, the University of Newcastle has built a strong reputation as a world-leading university making an impact within our own regions, in Australia and across the globe. We are ranked in the top 250 of the world’s universities by QS World University Rankings. Across our campuses in Newcastle, the Central Coast, Sydney and Singapore, the University of Newcastle enrols more than 39,000 students from diverse backgrounds, with a focus on equity and developing our next generation of socially-oriented leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators. We are fully committed to supporting and providing a safe space for our Indigenous students and communities. Since the 1970s, we have made an unparalleled contribution to Indigenous higher education in Australia. This vital work continues today with our Wollotuka Institute and our Indigenous Health Unit. We’re proud of our 1,500-plus Indigenous graduates who are making an impact in their communities. Our University has long been known as a champion of innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Many of our courses are designed to integrate theory with practice, offering rich opportunities for real-life, hands-on experiences. We are also a research-intensive university and proud of the great things we have achieved in collaboration with our partners in industry, business, government and the community here and around the world.
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Avg course fee
Range $12,355 - $172,026/yr
Avg international fee
Range $14,295 - $225,375/yr
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ATAR range
50–96Median ATAR
67Course mix
276 courses
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Across 4 faculties and study areas
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