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The University of Newcastle


Basic Information

We are focused on providing high-quality education that prepares you for your future career. The University's world-class research and strong national and international partnerships drive innovation that challenges conventional thinking, breaks new ground and changes lives.

The University of Newcastle continues to build its global reputation for being one of the world's most prestigious universities. We will foster a passion for lifelong learning, and offer opportunities for our graduates to re-engage with our courses throughout their lives and careers.

The University of Newcastle has a proud history of achievement that has led to strong outcomes in international university rankings. Together and as individuals, we are among the world's best.

The University will embrace technology and best practices to deliver the best possible student experience. Recognising the rapidly changing environment our students will be entering when they graduate, our education experience will prioritise activities that help develop life-ready graduates who are community-minded, resilient and ready for work.

Popular Courses

Master of Information Technology (MIT)


Cricos Code:
083517F

World Ranking (QS):
NO.197

Course Duration:
2 years

  • Course Discipline:Information Technology
  • Qualification Level:Masters Degree (Postgraduate)
  • 2025 Course Tuition Fee (Annual): AUD$ 40,570
  • Faculty:Faculty of IT/Computer science
  • Australian State:New South Wales
  • Australian City:Sydney
  • Course Intake:Term 1,Term 2,Term 3

Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering (Honours)


Cricos Code:
032765A

World Ranking (QS):
NO.197

Course Duration:
4 years

  • Course Discipline:Mechatronic
  • Qualification Level:Honours Degrees
  • 2025 Course Tuition Fee (Annual): AUD$ 38,215
  • Faculty:Faculty of Engineering
  • Australian State:New South Wales
  • Australian City:Newcastle
  • Course Intake:Semester 1,Semester 2

Popular Scholarships

Global Leaders Scholarship


  • Academic Grade:Be commencing in an eligible program with the Faculty of Business and Law, University of Newcastle as a new student or via an approved University of Newcastle pathway (eligible programs exclude ELICOS only, Non-Award, MPhil, PhD). Be an international full-fee paying student from Africa, Latin America, Middle East, South Asia, South East Asia. Be enrolled full-time. Be enrolled on-campus at any University of Newcastle campus in Australia. Not hold another scholarship for the same program of equivalent or more substantial benefit. Meet all of the financial obligations of a full-fee paying international student, including the full tuition fee and other expenses for the purpose of obtaining your student visa, and in the event that eligibility for the scholarship is not maintained.
  • Academic Background Required:
  • Nationality Requirements:ALL
  • Onshore/Offshore:ALL
  • Application Deadline:

International Excellence Scholarship (India)


  • Academic Grade:Be the holder of an Indian passport. Be an International full-fee paying student. Be commencing in an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program with the University in 2020 or 2021, excluding quota programs. Be enrolled on-campus at any University of Newcastle campus in Australia. Be enrolled full-time. Not hold another scholarship for the same program of study.
  • Academic Background Required:
  • Nationality Requirements:India
  • Onshore/Offshore:ALL
  • Application Deadline: