UON
Overview
Public research university with 37,000+ students and 6,500+ international students. Campuses include Callaghan, Central Coast, Sydney and Singapore.
Australia University Detail
University of Newcastle
Accessible regional university with strong health, engineering, IT and education outcomes plus lower living costs than Sydney.
Rankings
- QS World Ranking 2026: #227
- Times: Top 250-300
- Australia rank: Top 15-20
- Top 30 for Climate Action
Popular Courses
Tuition Fees
| Course / Cost Head | 2026 International Fee Guide |
|---|---|
| IT / Computer Science | AUD 38,000-48,000 per year | INR 21-26 Lakh approx |
| Engineering | AUD 40,000-50,000 per year | INR 22-27 Lakh approx |
| Business / MBA | AUD 35,000-45,000 per year | INR 19-25 Lakh approx |
| Nursing / Health | AUD 36,000-45,000 per year | INR 20-25 Lakh approx |
| Living in Newcastle | AUD 10,000-20,000 per year | INR 5.5-11 Lakh approx |
Scholarships
- International Excellence Scholarship: AUD 15,000/year, up to AUD 60,000 total
- South Asia Excellence Scholarship: AUD 10,000/year
- Research scholarships: full tuition plus AUD 35,000+/year stipend
Admission Requirements
- UG 12th: 75%-85% CBSE/ICSE
- PG Masters: 60%-70% in bachelors
- IELTS: 6.0-6.5, no band below 6.0
- IELTS Nursing: 7.0 required
- PTE: 50-64
PR & Visa Benefits
- +5 regional PR points for Newcastle
- Post-study opportunity: up to 5 years
- High-demand fields: nursing, engineering and IT in Hunter Region
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Regional +5 PR points
- Up to 5-year post-study opportunity
- Lower living cost than Sydney
- Coastal city lifestyle
- Strong employment outcomes
Cons
- Lower global rank than Go8
- Fewer global head offices
- Quieter city life
Student Life & Career Opportunities
Students can plan campus clubs, city lifestyle, internships, accommodation and part-time work around the chosen city. UG employment 91.6%, PG employment 94.5%, median PG salary AUD 105K.
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