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The University of Newcastle (UoN)

QS#227AUS#16
Newcastle, New South Wales

The University of Newcastle (UON) is a top-tier Australian institution known for its impactful research and academic programs. Ranked within the top 200 globally by QS, UON offers a range of disciplines, including Education, Engineering, and Medicine. The main campus, set against the backdrop of beautiful beaches and nature reserves, provides students with both modern facilities and a vibrant community. With an emphasis on sustainability and social responsibility, UON fosters an environment where students are prepared to tackle the world’s biggest challenges.

#201-250
THE World Ranking
World's Top 100
for 4 QS Subject Ranking
39,000
international students from 100+ countries

Courses

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Featured Courses

Bachelor of Computer Science
Cyber Security + 2 majors

Callaghan, NSW
3 years
Feb, Jul

SACE / WACE
ATAR 80
Fee / year
from AUD $43,920

Callaghan, NSW
4 years
Feb, Jul

SACE / WACE
ATAR 80
Fee / year
from AUD $46,695
Bachelor of Commerce
Accounting + 2 majors

Newcastle City, NSW
3 years
Feb, Jul

SACE / WACE
ATAR 65
Fee / year
from AUD $40,565

Callaghan, NSW
3 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 75
Fee / year
from AUD $44,210
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
Exercise and Sport Science

Callaghan, NSW
3 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 65
Fee / year
from AUD $44,000
SACE / WACE
from ATAR 65
Fee / year
from AUD $43,250

Life Sciences and Medicine
QS#193AUS#9

Biological Sciences
QS#251 - #300AUS#9
Medicine
QS#172AUS#9
Nursing
QS#47AUS#9
Pharmacy and Pharmacology
QS#101 - #150AUS#6
Sports-Related Subjects
QS#51 - #100AUS#10

Study Areas (10)

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Campuses

The University of Newcastle (UoN)'s main campus is Callaghan and has a total of 5 campuses.

Studying in Callaghan(Main)

Living cost with rent
Below AUD $2,300
Rent / month
AUD $900 - $1,000
The Wollotuka Institute is committed to the advancement and leadership of Indigenous education
The Wollotuka Institute is committed to the advancement and leadership of Indigenous education
The facility utilises a living lab model to provide opportunities for our engineering students to work with industry
The facility utilises a living lab model to provide opportunities for our engineering students to work with industry
World-leading manual skill training facility for surgeons, surgical trainees, clinicians and industry
World-leading manual skill training facility for surgeons, surgical trainees, clinicians and industry
School of Nursing & Midwifery, first of the new VR projects simulates a real-world delivery room
School of Nursing & Midwifery, first of the new VR projects simulates a real-world delivery room
The University of Newcastle has a large variety of lecture theatres and classroom venues suitable for your event
The University of Newcastle has a large variety of lecture theatres and classroom venues suitable for your event
Research facilities provide access to a wide range of technologies needed to investigate, examine, test, & discover
Research facilities provide access to a wide range of technologies needed to investigate, examine, test, & discover
The Auchmuty Library is located on the Western side of the Callaghan campus near the Shortland Union Building
The Auchmuty Library is located on the Western side of the Callaghan campus near the Shortland Union Building
The Great Hall is the backdrop of University graduations, award ceremonies and gala dinners
The Great Hall is the backdrop of University graduations, award ceremonies and gala dinners
Shortland Building, new outdoor sheltered area with seating as well as enhanced informal gathering areas
Shortland Building, new outdoor sheltered area with seating as well as enhanced informal gathering areas
50m indoor heated swimming pool, aquatic facility boasts an impressive eight-lane
50m indoor heated swimming pool, aquatic facility boasts an impressive eight-lane
The Forum gyms offer world class fitness facilities, local community industry leading gym facilities
The Forum gyms offer world class fitness facilities, local community industry leading gym facilities
Easily the centre of entertainment at Callaghan Campus, Bar on the Hill
Easily the centre of entertainment at Callaghan Campus, Bar on the Hill
  • Location: Callaghan, New South Wales
  • Nearby : 12 kilometres north-west from pristine beaches and Newcastle's Central -Business District
  • Getting here : Public transport via buses (University Drive); trains (Warabrook Station at the edge of campus)
  • Faculties : Home to most of the faculties including Architecture and Education
  • Callaghan is a beautiful mix of award-winning, architecturally designed buildings sitting across 140 hectares in a natural setting

Scholarships

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Requirements

  • Be an international full fee-paying student
  • Be commencing study in an eligible CRICOS-registered undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree program at the University
  • Not be the beneficiary of a separate University scholarship unless prior approval for special dispensation has been obtained from the University
  • Be able to meet the financial obligations of a full fee-paying international student specified by the Australian Government
  • Not applicable to the following programs:
    • Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) – all streams
    • Bachelor of Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine
    • Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours)
    • Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours)
    • Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy
    • Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)
    • Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)
    • Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours)
    • Graduate Certificate in Human and Social Services
    • Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

Awards Details

Fee waivers details are as follows:

  • Annual Scholarship Value: A dollar value equivalent to 20% of the gross annual international tuition fee
  • Unit Value (based on 10 units): Variable based on program of study

Upcoming Intakes

Here are the intake periods and application deadlines for The University of Newcastle (UoN).

2026 JanApply by

Undergraduate9 November
Postgraduate9 November
2026 AugApply by

Undergraduate22 June
Postgraduate22 June
*Intakes may vary by courses and will be closed once the programme is full.
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Programmes

Programmes (24)


Central Coast (Ourimbah), NSW
1 year
Feb, Jul

Degree
GPA of 5.0
Fee / year
from AUD $43,530

Callaghan, NSW
1 year
Feb

Degree
GPA of 5.0
Fee / year
from AUD $49,450

Callaghan, NSW
4 years
Feb, Jul

SACE / WACE
ATAR 85
Fee / year
from AUD $43,250

Callaghan, NSW
3 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 75
Fee / year
from AUD $44,210

Central Coast (Gosford), NSW
5 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 95
Fee / year
from AUD $92,695

Callaghan, NSW
3 years
Jan

SACE / WACE
ATAR 80
Fee / year
from AUD $48,650
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
Exercise and Sport Science

Callaghan, NSW
3 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 65
Fee / year
from AUD $44,000

Central Coast (Gosford), NSW
3 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 75
Fee / year
from AUD $44,210

Central Coast (Ourimbah), NSW
1 year
Feb

Degree
GPA of 5.0
Fee / year
from AUD $49,450

Callaghan, NSW
1 year
Feb, Jul

Degree
GPA of 5.0
Fee / year
from AUD $49,450

Callaghan, NSW
1 year
Feb, Jul

Degree
GPA of 5.0
Fee / year
from AUD $43,530

Callaghan, NSW
4 years
Feb, Jul

SACE / WACE
ATAR 80
Fee / year
from AUD $43,250

Callaghan, NSW
4 years
Feb, Jul

SACE / WACE
ATAR 80
Fee / year
from AUD $43,250

Callaghan, NSW
4 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 85
Fee / year
from AUD $43,885

Callaghan, NSW
5 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 95
Fee / year
from AUD $92,695

Central Coast (Gosford), NSW
1 year
Feb, Jul

Degree
GPA of 5.0
Fee / year
from AUD $43,530

Callaghan, NSW
4 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 85
Fee / year
from AUD $45,070

Callaghan, NSW
1 year
Feb, Jul

Degree
GPA of 5.0
Fee / year
from AUD $43,530

Callaghan, NSW
4 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 85
Fee / year
from AUD $49,205

Central Coast (Ourimbah), NSW
3 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 85
Fee / year
from AUD $48,535

Callaghan, NSW
4 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 92
Fee / year
from AUD $46,380

Callaghan, NSW
4 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 75
Fee / year
from AUD $44,385

Central Coast (Ourimbah), NSW
4 years
Feb

Degree
GPA of 5.0
Fee / year
from AUD $46,480

Central Coast (Ourimbah), NSW
4 years
Feb

SACE / WACE
ATAR 77
Fee / year
from AUD $46,685