Northumbria University, officially the University of Northumbria at Newcastle, is a university located in Newcastle upon Tyne in the North East of England. A former polytechnic, it was established as one of the new universities in 1992. It is a member of the University Alliance and the second university of Newcastle.

One notable thing about this university is that more than 40 courses were highly rated by National Student Survey 2014. Sixteen of its subject areas have been awarded 22 or more out of a maximum possible of 24 by the Quality Assurance Agency. All subjects have scored over 20 points, bringing an average score of around 22. With over 95% of graduates in work or continuing education, Northumbria is among the most successful universities for graduate employment

As well as working with higher education institutions around the world, Northumbria boasts connections with major employers such as Nike, the BBC and the NHS. Many of the university´s programmes are sponsored or accredited by leading employers and professional bodies.

Northumbria offering courses in most major subject areas such as Engineering, Computing, Sciences, Business, Law, Design, Built and Natural Environment, Arts, Social Sciences, Psychology, Sport, Health and many more. Our lecturers are experts in their field and passionate about teaching.

The university´s UK base consists of three campuses. The main one is in the centre of Newcastle and has recently benefited from a £200 million investment. The facilities are the main library, a gallery, high-tech laboratories, and the main student´s union, complete with bars and music venues. Its Coach Lane campus also has its own sports facilities and the third campus is in London, situated near Liverpool Street in the City.