Caroline Hardaker

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Applying to university when you've missed the 2024 UCAS deadline

Not every student's journey to university is the same. If you miss the UCAS application deadline, whatever your reasons, don't worry - there are other opportunities to apply to university. Read on to find out more.

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Built for you: what current students look forward to in our new engineering building

Our redeveloped Stephenson Building will be the place for future engineers and visionaries to come together and tackle world challenges. Some of our current students wanted to share their excitement about the project, so here are their stories…

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Inside our new Engineering Building: The Maker Space

We are transforming our historic Stephenson Building into a home for the next generation of visionary engineers to come together and create the technology of tomorrow. Opening in September 2023, our Maker Space will be a truly creative and collaborative environment in which students can thrive.

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What will it be like to study Engineering at the new Stephenson Building?

A £110m investment in our Engineering facilities will transform our Stephenson Building into the home for people who make things happen.

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This is how we're creating a sustainable university

Newcastle University is 4th in the UK and joint 24th in the world for sustainable development in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2023. Let's find out why. In this blog, we'll be digging into what these rankings mean and why they're important, as well as what being a sustainable...

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When to apply to university in 2024

Sorting out your university application can feel overwhelming. How do you know when to submit your application? Is it better to submit it straight away? And when should you get started? Find answers to all these questions and more in our latest blog. From researching courses and visiting Open Days...

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What is a Bachelor’s degree?

A Bachelor’s degree is one of the most common and widely available degrees that you can study at university in the UK. But do you know how long it takes to complete a Bachelor’s, what the different abbreviations mean in degree titles, or what you can do with your qualification after you have...

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What is the Russell Group?

If you're thinking about studying at a UK university you'll probably have heard of the Russell Group. But what is the Russell Group? Which universities are in the group? And what makes them special? Read on to find out.

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5 benefits for students living at home during university

Moving out to go to university is a big deal, but it's not for everyone. Each year, many students opt to live at home during their studies and still get to enjoy all the fun and excitement of university life without having to compromise on home comforts. As you weigh up your options, we've explored...

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