Postgraduate Taught (Master's) Degrees
Advance your career, get equipped with employability skills, or simply discover your academic potentials through our Master's degrees at Newcastle University Business School.
Our Master’s degrees are developed by our expert academics. Each course offers you a stimulating curriculum with a focus on real-world application underpinned by theory.
Employers and practitioners play an active role in our programmes through:
- guest speaker sessions
- career coaching
- industrial visits
- simulation and case studies
- research and project-based dissertations
We’ll help you boost your career prospects. You will gain an in-depth understanding of businesses and the ever-evolving landscape.
Our degrees will equip you with essential employability skills to support your career aspirations.
Teaching and learning
Our programmes are designed to prepare you for the challenges you will face in the world of work. They combine the best of current research with cutting-edge practical knowledge and skills.
You will gain and apply new knowledge through activities such as:
- lectures
- seminars
- workshops
- group work
You will also develop vital employability skills including:
- team working
- communication
- leadership
- time management
Accreditations and rankings
You can be sure that you'll be in safe hands when you select us for your Master's study.
Newcastle University Business School is triple accredited by EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA. Only the top 1% of business schools worldwide hold this triple accreditation.
Newcastle University itself is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of leading UK research-intensive universities.
Careers and employability
Our dedicated Careers and Employability team within the School will introduce you to employers from many industries and sectors.
You will meet contacts from large national and multi-national businesses. You will have the opportunity to network, learn about the different career opportunities and discover what it is like to work for in a variety of sectors and industries.
We offer a range of support to help you achieve your dream career, including:
- drop-in sessions
- cv writing and training
- guidance on managing interviews and assessment centres
Work with real-life businesses
Our capstone modules on our Master's programmes incorporate a wide range of different activities. This ranges from more traditional academic dissertations that develop research and critical thinking skills, through to analyst and consultant reports.
On some programmes, our students have an opportunity to partner up with a local business to deliver a much-needed outcome for them.
This type of activity develops essential skills needed for the world of work. It also provides an appreciation of the challenges and benefits associated with team work and meeting client needs.
High-quality student experience
Your experience is central to our mission. We support you in balancing your studies and your social life, creating a fulfilling Newcastle University experience.
Studying or working overseas, undertaking a placement, or doing an internship will help you:
- boost your employability
- stand out in the job market
- gain an insight into working life
- enhance your global perspective
- develop a range of skills which employers are looking for
Having an in-depth experience of different cultures through our one-semester study abroad or an international experience opportunity, boosts your employability. It helps you develop a range of skills which employers are looking for and makes you stand out in the job market.
No matter what you choose to do, these opportunities will give you an unforgettable experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life. We offer a range of international opportunities for postgraduate students.
Financial support
Unlock your potential with a range of funding options.
We believe postgraduate education should be accessible to all. This is why we’re committed to providing a diverse range of scholarships designed to promote a fair and just future for everyone.
Our scholarships are more than financial support. They're a commitment to inclusion and opportunity. Whether you’re an outstanding academic, someone facing financial challenges, or a trailblazer from an underrepresented group, we have funding to help you achieve your potential.
Newcastle University offers a range of funding opportunities. This includes specialist guidance available for you at postgraduate study level. From our Postgraduate Funding Guide, to our Student Wellbeing Service Financial Advisors, you will be supported throughout your time with us.