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How to revise: 5 top revision techniques

Wondering how to revise for exams? It’s easy to get stuck in a loop of highlighting, copying out, reading and re-reading the same notes. But does it really work? Not all revision techniques are equally effective. In fact, some have more impact than...

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How to make your university firm and insurance choices

You’ve received offers to study at university and now you have to decide which one to accept. But...

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How to apply for student finance

Getting everything in order before you start university can feel a little overwhelming at times,...

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This is why international students should choose Newcastle

Are you thinking of studying in the UK? Do you want to know why we're one of the most popular...

Why Scottish students should study in England

You don’t need to hop on a plane to study in another country…just cross the border into England. If...

Newcastle University: a founding member of the Russell Group

What is the Russell Group?

If you're thinking about studying at a UK university you'll probably have heard of the Russell...

Study in the UK | What is an undergraduate degree?

Chances are you have heard the terms ‘undergraduate’ and ‘undergraduate degree’ while researching...

This is how we're creating a sustainable university

Newcastle University is ranked 56th in the world out of over 1,750 institutions in the latest QS...

Students taking part in Social and Cultural activites as part of the Study Abroad at Newcastle programme.

Study abroad: Making memories to last a lifetime

Whether it’s learning to fly a broomstick, or eating fish and chips at the beach, students on our...

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