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Newcastle University
Founded in 1834, Newcastle University is a renowned UK institution recognized for its world-class research, vibrant campus life, and commitment to societal impact. Located in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, it is a member of the prestigious Russell Group and offers a wide range of academic programs across fields such as medicine, engineering, business, and the social sciences. With a strong emphasis on innovation, global engagement, and student support, the university fosters a dynamic learning environment. Its partnerships with industry, cutting-edge facilities, and focus on employability make it an attractive destination for students from around the globe.
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Newcastle University's main campus is Newcastle.
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- Location : Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Nearby : 10-minute walk from the vibrant city centre
- Getting here : Public transport via mtro (18-minute walk from Haymarket Metro Station)
- Faculties : Home to 3 faculties including Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences and Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering.
- In 1834, in the Barber Surgeon’s Company Hall of Newcastle, a School of Medicine and Surgery was founded to meet the demand for surgeons and doctors.A College of Physical Science was formed in 1871 for engineers, architects and biologists. The two colleges merged in 1937, forming King’s College and pioneering regionally important applied sciences, such as geology, mining, naval architecture, engineering and agriculture.
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Newcastle University Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships – Postgraduate Awards
Fee Waiver of GBP 8,000
Requirements
- To be considered for awards, applicants must have been offered a place to study on their chosen Master’s degree programme at the Newcastle city centre campus for the 2026/27 academic year; excludes Malaysia and Singapore campuses; only September 2026 start programmes are eligible
- Eligible applicants will be considered automatically for awards
- Postgraduate applicants must be assessed as international for fee purposes
- Successful applicants will be selected on merit and allocation of scholarships will be based on the University’s strategic and diversity priorities, which may change over time; awards may be allocated early so early applications are encouraged
- To receive awards, applicants must become registered students at Newcastle University in the 2026/27 academic year for a full-time Master’s degree programme; awards cannot be deferred
- Applicants domiciled in the listed countries/regions will be considered for Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship awards: Algeria, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Egypt, Ghana, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kuwait, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, Ukraine, USA, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Zimbabwe
- To be considered domiciled in these countries, applicants must have predominantly resided there during the last three years
- Fully sponsored students do not qualify; full sponsorship covers full tuition fees before any scholarships are deducted
Awards Details
Fee waiver of GBP 8,000
The following applicants are not eligible to receive Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship awards:
- Pathway students progressing to the University from INTO
- MPhil, doctoral (PhD, Integrated PhD, EngD, DClinPych), Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, online (e-learning) degree programme applicants
- Current, registered students at the University who have already commenced their postgraduate degree at the time of the award; awards cannot be made retrospectively
- Students repeating courses
- Students applying for the two-year Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) and MSc Advanced Architectural Design courses
- Students studying Distance Learning courses (e.g. LLM Mediation and International Commercial Dispute Resolution)
- Applicants applying for the MSc Industrial and Commercial Biotechnology (FT) and the MSc Drug Chemistry (FT)
- Applicants funded through partnerships between the University and external organisations
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