Partner university · Newcastle, Australia

The University of Newcastle

North of Sydney, known for medicine, engineering and architecture, with a problem-based medical curriculum. Newcastle, Australia. Direct entry through GESCO.

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QS World #244QS World Rankings 2027
Founded 1965Public university

About the university

Why students choose The University of Newcastle

North of Sydney, known for medicine, engineering and architecture, with a problem-based medical curriculum.

We apply here for direct entry. Entry requirements vary by programme, so the first step is a review of your transcripts and English score against the specific course you want.

Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.

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The University of Newcastle

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Entry requirements

Applying from Jordan

Source: internationalcollege.newcastle.edu.au

Foundation Studies

The university's College of International Education accepts the Jordanian General Secondary Education Certificate with an average of 50% for Foundation Studies.

Degree Transfer

The Degree Transfer pathway into the University of Newcastle asks for a Tawjihi average of 75%, or 65% for the Degree Transfer Extended program.

Express / Medicine prep

The Express Preparation Program needs a 70% average, and Foundation Studies in Medicine needs 85%.

Master's pathway

A recognised Jordanian bachelor's degree, or a Community College Diploma, is the entry point for the Pre-Master's Program.

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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.

Fees and scholarships

What The University of Newcastle costs

International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.

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Vice-Chancellor's International Academic Merit Scholarship30% tuition fee reductionFor international applicants with a selection rank of 85 or equivalent (undergraduate) or a GPA of 4.5/7 (postgraduate) in an eligible program. International Excellence Scholarship 202720% tuition fee reductionAwarded automatically to international applicants who receive an offer to an eligible program and commence in 2027. Future Horizons Scholarship (Postgraduate)AUD 5,750For eligible international students starting a postgraduate program in Trimester 1 or Semester 1, 2027; no application required.

Programmes

Popular courses at The University of Newcastle

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Bachelor'sBusiness Bachelor of Business Course page MBABusiness Master of Business Administration (MBA) 18 months Course page Master'sLaw Master of Laws (LLM) Course page

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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.

How it works

Your application to The University of Newcastle, step by step

  1. 1

    Free consultation

    We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether The University of Newcastle is realistic.

  2. 2

    Choose your course and route

    We match you to the right course and intake.

  3. 3

    Application and offer

    We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.

  4. 4

    Scholarship check

    We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.

  5. 5

    Student visa

    Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.

  6. 6

    Arrival

    Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.

Questions

Studying at The University of Newcastle: common questions

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Does The University of Newcastle offer scholarships to international students?

Yes. Vice-Chancellor's International Academic Merit Scholarship (30% tuition fee reduction); International Excellence Scholarship 2027 (20% tuition fee reduction); Future Horizons Scholarship (Postgraduate) (AUD 5,750). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.

Is there a foundation route into The University of Newcastle?

GESCO applies to The University of Newcastle by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.

Where is The University of Newcastle?

The University of Newcastle is in Newcastle, Australia. It was founded in 1965.

Does GESCO charge me to apply to The University of Newcastle?

The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to The University of Newcastle directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.

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Interested in The University of Newcastle?

Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.

  • Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
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  • No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so

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