Applications and Offers
Apply now for your postgraduate course.
Before you apply
Before you apply to Newcastle University, we've created some helpful tips that you might find useful:
- give yourself lots of time for the application process
- find a course that suits you, research it online and ask questions
- research module guides for each course
- for research degrees, identify potential supervisors and have a discussion with them before applying
Why not:
- watch our video that breaks the application process down into seven simple steps
- read our blog created to help support you through the application journey
Our staff and students are available to answer any questions by phone and email. We're here to help you to make the right decision.
Many prospective students find it helpful to discuss their options with someone who has already experienced the process.
Advice and resources
Explore our application advice and resources tips.
Here, you’ll gain expert help and support in preparing you to apply for a course at Newcastle University.
You'll discover how to write your personal statement and find what to include.
You'll also get useful interview preparation tips and discover the application preparation required for MPhil, PhD, MLitt and MRes programmes.
Ready to apply
When you've chosen your postgraduate course, you can apply through our application portal. Some courses have an alternative application method, meaning you won't be able to apply through our application portal.
For more information on the application process, see the 'How to apply' section on your chosen course page.
Applying through our application portal
Prospective students register and apply using our Apply to Newcastle Portal.
Education Agents applying on behalf of prospective students for postgraduate study – make sure you have registered first before you apply using our Apply to Newcastle Portal.
You'll use the application portal to:
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view real-time updates
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upload documents
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manage your application
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view and accept any offers
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paying deposits
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making enquiries
If you're a current student at Newcastle you don't need to create a new account. Instead, use your Student Self Service Portal (S3P) login and password.
Your offer - what happens next?
We aim to respond to your application within 30 working days. For some courses, or during busy times, this may take longer. If we need further information to help us make a decision, we will email you.
You can track the progress of your application by logging in to the Apply to Newcastle Portal.
Our Offer Guide explains everything you need to know about your Newcastle postgraduate study offer. We'll tell you what you need to do and when.
How we process your offer depends on whether you are an international student or a home student. This depends on your fee status and we'll confirm this in your offer letter.