Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Northumbria University, Newcastle is a university located in Newcastle upon Tyne, North East England. It is a member of the University Alliance group, focused on professional and technical education. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.
In the latest rankings, Northumbria University is positioned #550 in the QS World Rankings 2026; in the 401-500 band in the THE World Rankings 2026.
The university has approximately 29,685 students, with a diverse international community representing 85 nationalities. The largest international cohorts come from India, Nigeria, and Kuwait.
Northumbria University currently lists 113 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 62 undergraduate and 51 postgraduate programmes. There are 5 scholarships available for international students.
Graduate outcomes are excellent: 91% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £31,000 after five years.
Student satisfaction is good, with 85% teaching satisfaction in the National Student Survey.
Newcastle upon Tyne is consistently voted the UK's best city for nightlife and student experience.
Northumbria University, Newcastle is ranked #550 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #41 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | #550 |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | #401 |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | #53 |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | #41 |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
86.1% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
| 3 years | £28,100 | £25,852 | +9% |
| 5 years | £31,000 | £28,520 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 83% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
24.5% of students are international, representing 85+ countries. Total international students: 7,285.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| India | 2,575 | 35.3% |
| Nigeria | 1,185 | 16.3% |
| Kuwait | 295 | 4% |
| China | 280 | 3.8% |
| Sri Lanka | 280 | 3.8% |
| Pakistan | 275 | 3.8% |
| Bangladesh | 205 | 2.8% |
| United States | 205 | 2.8% |
| Malaysia | 150 | 2.1% |
| Canada | 120 | 1.6% |
Source: HESA official data.
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