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International programs & student supports

Newcastle University

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Website: Newcastle University; see information for exchange students
Language of instruction: English
Terms: Fall semester (September - January) // Spring semester (January - June) 

Note: Students in the Faculty of Fine Arts are given priority for this exchange program

Highlights

  • The city of Newcastle boasts a rich history and heritage, providing students with a culturally enriching experience.
  • The city's impressive transport connections make it convenient for students to explore beyond the university and city limits.
  • Newcastle showcases a blend of traditional and contemporary architecture, creating a visually dynamic atmosphere.
  • Newcastle University provides various support services, including an award-winning Student Wellbeing Service, Library, and Careers Guidance Service.
  • Students have the freedom to choose modules that align with their preferences and academic goals.
  • The International Welcome events and activities, along with opportunities to volunteer on campus and in the community, ensure a vibrant and engaging experience.
  • With 165 sports and social clubs and societies, students have a wide range of options to pursue their interests and hobbies.
  • Newcastle University celebrates diversity, fostering an inclusive community that embraces students from various backgrounds.
  • For sports enthusiasts, the university provides access to world-class sporting facilities, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.

Accessibility

Areas of study

  • Visual Arts
  • Science, Agriculture and Engineering
  • Architecture, Planning and Landscape
  • Arts and Cultures
  • Business School Undergraduate
  • Business School Postgraduate
  • Education, Communication and Language Sciences
  • English Literature, Language and Linguistics
  • Geography, Politics and Sociology
  • History, Classics and Archaeology
  • Law
  • Modern Languages
  • Philosophy and Religion, Philosophy and Ethics and British Culture
  • Pre-Med
  • Computing
  • Engineering
  • Mathematics, Statistics and Physics
  • Natural and Environmental Sciences

See Newcastle University Full Module Catalogue for a full list of courses available.

Credits

Credits at Newcastle:

  • Full-time option (7.5 UVic units): 60 UK credits per term at Newcastle

Course Evaluations at UVic: 

  • Before departure, UVic students will be able to submit exchange courses to UVic for evaluation. The results will indicate how many UVic units each exchange course is worth, as well as the course equivalency.
  • Students must use the evaluation results to ensure their exchange courses credits add up to the equivalent UVic units. The total number of units for each exchange term should be 4.5 UVic units for part-time exchange or 7.5 UVic units for full-time exchange.
  • This course evaluation process will be made available and explained in detail during the pre-departure session in early October for Spring exchange terms and in late March for Fall exchange terms. Evaluations take 2-6 weeks to complete and will be emailed to students. 
  • Course evaluations results are tentative until the end of the exchange term, when a second, final evaluation is conducted by OREM using the students’ exchange transcript, and the results are applied to their UVic record. 

Exchange credit history

  • Click here to check out the exchange credit history of courses that have been previously evaluated by UVic for this host university.
  • Students are not limited to this list when selecting courses for their upcoming exchange and should consult the host university’s course catalogue for a full list of offerings.
  • Important note: this document is a guide only and previously evaluated courses are not guaranteed to be evaluated in the same way in the future.
  • After being accepted into the ICS Exchange Program, students will have the chance to submit exchange courses to UVic for evaluation. The results will provide updated unit and credit equivalency information. 

Transcript Information

Host university transcript release varies by school and region. As a result, students should plan their exchange and return to UVic accordingly.

At the Newcastle University, grade results are released for Semester 1 (Fall Term at UVic) in March, and for Semester 2 (Spring Term at UVic) in July. Transcripts will also be released for full year students in July. For more information about assessment results please visit the official information page on the Newcastle University website.

Exchange students are responsible for requesting their host university send their final official exchange transcript directly to the ICS exchange team at goglobal@uvic.ca, as soon as it is available.

Housing

  • On-campus housing: Guaranteed
    • Accommodation is guaranteed for full-year exchange students (2 terms)
    • A new city-centre student accommodation provides Newcastle with improved accommodation for single term students but this is not guaranteed.
  • Off-campus housing: Available but very limited
    • Off-campus housing is difficult to find but the Newcastle Student's Union has created this helpful website with resources and explanations.

Medical Insurance, Immigration & Orientation

Visa:

  • If you are going to Newcastle to study for one semester only, you may need to apply for a Standard Visitor visa before you travel to the UK. Most international students going to Newcastle to study for one academic year will require a Student visa.

  • You can check if you need a visa on the UK government website. You should carefully check what you need and research the cost, requirements, and timescales.

  • You can get advice and guidance on your UK student visa, and information on what you need to do when you arrive, from Newcastle's Visa Support Team.

  • If your exchange application is accepted by Newcastle, their Global Opportunities team will send you an acceptance letter that you will use to apply for a visa. 

SDGs-in-Action

Add a United Nations CIFAL qualification to your international experience (and your CV!) by taking the SDGs-In-Action challenge.  Below are resources and some of the many ways to get involved at Newcastle University. 

  • Newcastle University supports the SDGs, you can see how the campus is addressing each specific SDG here. 
  • Explore ways to Get Involved at the Newcastle University Students’ Union. 
  • The Student Union offers a range of One-Off Microvolunteering opportunities, perfect for those on exchange. 
  • There are a range of student-led projects already in action at the Student Union. Opportunities range from up-cycling project A Second Life to N.E.S.T., an initiative empowering refugees and asylum-seekers in the local community. 
  • Your community engagement project might be eligible for project funding, explore the Go Volunteer grant. 
SDGs-in-Action - Learn more!

How to apply

Learn how to apply or sign up to receive emails about studying on exchange at a partner university. We will send you information about events, application deadlines, funding opportunities, and more!