Why choose a Newcastle University Computer Science degree?
Having built its first computer laboratory more than half a century ago, the Newcastle University School of Computing combines long-term expertise with pioneering innovation. The School boasts excellent links with industry and world-leading research, both of which are woven through the content of every degree.
- Specialist Computing facilities are found in the £58 million Urban Sciences Building, including a state-of-the-art Virtual Reality suite and a Cyber-Physical laboratory.
- Partnered with the prestigious Alan Turing Institute – leaders of education and research in data science and artificial intelligence.
- Recognised as an Academic Centre of Excellence for research in Cyber Security.
- Enriched employability opportunities for all students – including industry placements, portfolio development, intensive workshops and coding challenges.
- Awarded the Athena Swan Bronze medal for gender equality and diversity in Computing.
Program choices
Find out more about your course options by selecting a course level.
- English course
- International Foundation
- International Year One
- Undergraduate Degree
- Graduate Diploma
- Postgraduate Degree
English course
Leads to: University preparation programme or degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 3.0
Length of course: From 4 weeks
- Improve your English language skills before starting your academic studies.
- Regular intakes with flexible course lengths to suit your English level.
- Adapt to living and studying in the UK.
International Foundation
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.0, plus completion of 12 years of schooling with good grades.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree.
- Modules designed to develop the specialist knowledge, language and study skills for your chosen degree.
- Support with your university applications.
International Year One
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.5, plus completion of A-levels, Foundation, or first year of an overseas university degree.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree.
- Complete your degree in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
- Study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree.
Undergraduate Degree
- To apply for direct entry to an undergraduate degree at Newcastle University: If you are working with an education counsellor please contact them to make an application. Otherwise, please visit the university website
Graduate Diploma
Leads to: Postgraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.5, plus completion of three years of higher education.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to a Master's degree.
- Develop your study and research skills in preparation for postgraduate study.
- Improve your knowledge of academic theory and subjects related to your degree.
Postgraduate Degree
- To apply for direct entry to a postgraduate degree at Newcastle University: If you are working with an education counsellor please contact them to make an application. Otherwise, please visit the university website