Malaysia

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Welcome to Newcastle!

We are a world-class university with a thriving international community. Currently we have students from over 120 different countries including over 320 Malaysian students.

If you are thinking about joining us, we are here to help you every step of the way.

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Student life

Newcastle is friendly, multicultural and safe. The city centre is just a few minutes' walk from the campus, and we're also close to the beach and countryside.

Student life

At Newcastle, you will develop connections with fellow students from around the world. Newcastle University Students' Union (NUSU) has over 200 societies and sports clubs you can join, including:

Malaysian Society
International Society

Supporting You

We'll support you every step of the way, by providing:

advice on visa applications
guaranteed accommodation for one year (subject to certain conditions)
airport meet and greet service
International Welcome to help you make friends
guidance about finances
academic support and information
English language support throughout your studies
career guidance from our award-winning Careers Service

On campus, you can visit our Student Services every weekday. We also have 24 hour support through our website.

Partnerships

Newcastle University works closely with institutional partners around the world. Our active partnerships in Malaysia include:

University of Malaya
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysi

We also have a campus in Malaysia offering medical degrees.

Stay in touch

Interested in finding out more? We’d love to stay in touch. Fill in our short form and we’ll keep you updated with everything you need to know about studying with us.

Explore Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

Qualifications

Find out the Malaysian qualifications that we accept for entry onto undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Newcastle.

Undergraduate entry requirements

Typically we recognise:

AAABBB from 6 academic subjects excluding Chinese, Malay Language, Book keeping and Commerce in the Unified Examination Certificate as comparable to ABB at A level
ABB in STPM/Malaysian Higher School Certificate as comparable to ABB at A level

You may be considered for first year entry with:

GPA 3.0+ in one or two years of Bachelor degree at a public or private university
GPA 3.3+ in MARA matriculation from public university

You may be considered for second year entry with CGPA 3.0+ in a diploma from a private college or polytechnic.

Please check course specific entry requirements as they do vary across courses, with ABB typically the minimum required.

Check specific entry requirements for undergraduate degrees or find out how to apply

Postgraduate entry requirements

Typically we recognise GPA 3.00/4.00 in a 3-4 year Bachelor degree from a Malaysian private university or private university college as comparable to a 2.1 and GPA 2.70/4.00 as comparable to a 2.2.

Admissions criteria may vary depending on the course you're applying for. Please check specific entry requirements for postgraduate degrees or find out how to apply.

INTO

INTO Newcastle

If you do not meet these requirements you may be eligible to apply for entry to a course at INTO Newcastle.

These courses are conducted on our campus and prepare you for studying with us.

English language requirements

If your first language isn't English you will generally need an IELTS score of 6.5, or equivalent, to study at Newcastle University.

Our English language requirements section also lists the alternative English language qualifications we accept.

If you don't meet our English language requirements, extra support is available. You could also complete a pre-sessional course to help improve your English before you start your degree. We provide these at our INTO Newcastle, if you will be studying in Newcastle.

You will also receive language support throughout the course of your studies.

Visa

Most non-EEA students need to apply for entry clearance permission before departure to study in the UK. You can find more information on our Visa and Immigration page

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Fees and Funding

Tuition fees

Tuition fees for international students are provided on individual course profiles. Find an undergraduate degree or postgraduate course and check what fees apply.

Scholarships and discounts

Scholarships and discounts

If you would like to study at Newcastle University, we have a number of schemes that applicants from Malaysia can take advantage of:

Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships for undergraduate study. 250 awards of £6,000 towards tuition fees are available for students from Bahrain, Canada, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, USA or Vietnam
Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships for postgraduate study 500 awards of £7000 towards tuition fees are available for students studying a Masters degree from the following countries; India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Thailand or Vietnam.
Vice-Chancellor Global Scholarships for postgraduate study £4000 tuition fee awards for outstanding international applicants who apply to commence full-time Master’s studies.
Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate studies Up to 50% or 100% tuition fee awards awards for outstanding applicants who apply for full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study at Newcastle University.
Newcastle University Overseas Research Scholarship (NUORS). We are pleased to offer a small number of University funded NUORS awards for outstanding international students who apply to commence research PhD studies in 2025/26. See full eligibility criteria
Chevening Scholarships for postgraduate study The UK government’s global postgraduate scholarship programmes.

Further information on scholarships for undergraduate study

Search postgraduate study funding database

Cost of living

Newcastle upon Tyne is a budget-friendly city for international students, compared to other UK cities. This is because:

the rent tends to be lower than the UK average
many amenities are within walking distance of your accommodation
the city is very compact, with most of the shops, theatres, cafes and restaurants a few minutes' walk from the campus
there are many discounts for students

Approximate living costs, excluding tuition fees and return fares, can be found on our Living Costs page.

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Education agents

Education agents can help you find the right university and assist you with applying for a course. They can also offer advice on visas, accommodation, travel and more.

We have excellent relationships with education agents from Malaysia who can provide further information and assist you with the submission of your application to Newcastle University. Our contacts are listed below.

AUG Students Services

8 Jalan SS15/8, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor

Tel: +603 56343767
Email: ukeducation@augstudy.com
Website: http://augstudy.com

Other offices: Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh, Penang, Nilai, Melaka, Segamat, Johor Bahru, Kuantan, Kota Bahru, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu

Malaysian British Educational Cooperation Services (MABECS)

B-3A-05, Block B West, PJ8, 23 Jalan Barat, Section 8, 46050 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Tel: +603 79567655/439
Email: enquiries@mabecs.com
Website: www.mabecs.com

NAS Education

Level 24, Unit B1, Menara MARA, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, 50100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603 26939121, +603 26949121
Email: enquiry@nase.com.my
Website: www.nase.com.my

PDVL Overseas Advisory

T2A-22-08, Menara 3, No 296, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Tel: +603 41418180
Email: kl@pd-vl.com
Website: www.pd-vl.com

Other offices: Nilai, Penang, Sibu, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu

Taylor’s Malaysia Sdn Bhd

Block E, East Wing, Taylor's Lakeside Campus, No 1, Jalan Taylor's, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan

Tel.: (+603) 562 95000
Email: placement@taylors.edu.my
Website: www.college.taylors.edu.my

UKEC Malaysia (Sunway)

7B, Nadayu 28 Dagang, Jalan PJS 11/7, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Tel.: +603 5612 7213
Email: malaysia@ukec.com
Website: https://my.ukec.com

SI-UK Malaysia

Unit 43-G, Block D, Zenith Corporate Park, Jalan SS7/26, Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya Selangor, Malaysia
Tel: +60378861936
Email: malaysia@studyin-uk.com

Website: studyin-uk.com/malaysia

How to Apply

All applications for undergraduate degrees are made online through UCAS.

Postgraduate applications are made through our online portal. You can create, edit and submit your application here.

Visit our undergraduate or postgraduate websites for a step-by-step guide on the application process.

Applying to INTO Newcastle

INTO Newcastle offer courses that prepare you for studying with us. Click here to find out more about International Pathway courses.

Apply for an undergraduate course

Apply for a postgraduate course

Careers

Our graduates are in demand

From social leaders, innovators of industry and famous faces, Newcastle University alumni are leaving their mark across the globe.

Careers

Our graduates living in Malaysia work for a range of companies including:

PETRONAS
Shell
MISC Berhad
The Ministry of Health Malaysia

(Source: LinkedIn, February 2017)

Skills for the workplace

Our courses have strong links with industries which informs both teaching and research carried out at the University. This equips our graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their chosen career.

Careers service

Our award-winning Careers Service has much to offer its international students. They run various modules as part of courses to equip students for a modern workforce. Their initiatives and events throughout the year can help you plan and begin your job search as soon as you arrive, whether it be part-time jobs or graduate jobs.

Meet Us

Contact us

You can contact us by email with any questions you may have about applying to Newcastle.

Explore our campus and the city of Newcastle upon Tyne by watching our videos or taking a virtual tour.

Representatives from the International Office and academic schools visit different countries throughout the year. Our upcoming visits to your country are listed here and new events will be added as they are confirmed. You can see all our travel plans on our events page.

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