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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne

Student life

The Students' Union offers a great social scene at the heart of our City Campus. The Union building features three award-winning bars and it's the venue for some of the biggest club nights and gigs in Newcastle.

There are a huge range of clubs and societies that you can join. With all our thousands of students, there are sure to be people who share your enthusiasms and want to try new activities.

If you enjoy any sport at any level, we’re the place to be. Join Northumbria Sport or learn a new sport and make use of fantastic facilities that include our £30 million flagship ‘Sport Central’.

You can also add a different dimension to student life by taking advantage of our partnerships across the world – perhaps registering for a summer programme in another country or completing part of your studies abroad.

What's it like to live in North East?
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The North East, and its main cities Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Middlesbrough, and Sunderland, are nestled between far-reaching coastlines and adventure-filled national parks. You'll find architectural delights from Newcastle’s Grey Street – one of the finest in the country – to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Durham Cathedral. The Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens are must visits, while beaches like Embleton Bay and Bamburgh are definitely worth a road-trip.

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What's it like to live in Newcastle?
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Renowned for its cracking nightlife, and with a staggering 42,000-strong student population, Newcastle will show you a good time.

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Campus and facilities

Over the last decade, Northumbria has invested more than £250m in its campuses to provide students with a world-class experience during their time with us.

Our estate in Newcastle comprises of two campuses, one in the heart of the city and one just three miles away at Coach Lane. With its award-winning architecture, modern teaching buildings and impressive sports facilities, the City campus creates an environment that encourages learning and self-development. Coach Lane Campus is home to all students from the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, and has excellent computing and library services; its own modern Students' Union, and new sports facilities.

Course locations

Main Site

Sutherland Building, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8ST

Coach Lane Campus

Coach Lane, Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 7XA

Northumbria University London Campus

110 Middlesex Street, London, E1 7HT

City Centre Campus

Ellison Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8ST

City Centre Campus plus Study Abroad

Ellison Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8ST