Spring Break is nearly here! Take time to relax and recharge before a busy term ahead. Plus, check out the latest updates on King’s Gate, Varsity, and how you could win £1,000!
Spring has sprung (finally!), and with the break coming up, I hope you find time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the time off.
Whether you’re heading home, staying on campus, or exploring somewhere new, make sure to take a well-earned break!
It’s also a great time to reflect on the year so far and maybe even start thinking about what’s next—whether that’s summer plans, internships, or just making the most of your time at Newcastle.
There’s plenty happening at Newcastle - King’s Gate Level 1 is being transformed into a new student-focused space and we're taking on Northumbria in Varsity tomorrow (Wednesday). Let's see if Team Newcastle can bring home the silverware for the fourth year in a row!
There are also some exciting opportunities, including the chance to win £1,000 through the Brighter Futures Grants!
Our newsletters will be briefly paused until the summer term starts the week beginning Monday 28 April. Check out our Spring Break in Newcastle webpage. Remember to stay up to date with the latest news, events and opportunities on the Student Noticeboard.
Enjoy the break, and we’ll see you soon!
Dr Yvonne Chase
Head of Student Life
👷 Your NEW King's Gate!
👆 Click to watch the video! 👆
Join Angelina and Estrella as they put on their high-vis jackets and explore what’s going on inside the King’s Gate refurbishment!
Now prioritised for student-focused activities, your all-new Level 1 will feature:
☕ Student-centred spaces to meet your friends, grab a coffee, and do some work
❓ Main helpdesk for all your queries, answered by the Student Engagement Team
🎭 The King's Gate Event Space, a new interactive space for workshops and events throughout the year
🤝 One-to-one appointment areas with services like Careers and Visa
🚀 START UP space for students working on their own business, freelance careers, or social enterprise
🛍️ King’s Gate Pop-Up Shop, a place for students to showcase their products, creations, and businesses to the community!
King’s Gate will be open to students from the start of the summer term.
We’re excited to announce the return of the Brighter Futures Grants programme in partnership with Santander!
You have the chance to win one of 10 grants, each worth £1,000. All students are eligible to enter and you don’t need to bank with Santander to get involved. Apply by 23:00 on Thursday 15 May 2025 for your chance to win! T&Cs apply.
You will soon be invited to select your modules for next academic year via the Student Portal. The exact date you can access the system to choose your modules will depend on your degree programme. More details will be emailed to you during the week commencing Monday 24 March.
You will receive an email and an SMS text message when your module booking window opens. Please make sure all your details in the Student Portal are up to date, particularly your UK mobile number, to receive the text message.
Information about choosing your modules via the Portal, including videos and guides, is available in the ‘Help’ section of your Portal Dashboard.
Are you interested in taking the next step in your career development? You can apply for a bursary to enhance your skills and experience or to access and create opportunities!
The Make It Happen Fund can support the costs of:
Attending interviews and work experience
Attending a conference
Funding a project or initiative
The funding is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis.
No matter what subject you’re studying, don’t forget to enter the Chancellor’s Poetry Prize before 22:00 on Friday 4 April 2025.
This year’s theme is ‘Making It New’ and all students are invited to submit poems exploring the idea of innovation and originality. The winner will receive a prize of £250!
In this post-University Mental Health Day edition of the NCLWellbeing update [accessible version], we look at how you can nurture and develop your mental health, offer advice on how to deal with issues with gambling and provide the usual helpful resources.
Get ready for Varsity 2025 – the ultimate sports showdown against Northumbria University!
Come and join the excitement tomorrow (Wednesday 26 March) as we take over sporting venues across the city and defend our title. No tickets needed. Go Team Newcastle!
Last week, the Careers Service celebrated all things NCL Internships! From workshops to live Q&As, our NCL Internships Week covered it all!
Don’t worry if you missed out. Check out some of the content on NCL Careers and read our latest post to learn what internships are and how you can apply.
From 7 April 2025, the King George VI Prayer Space will be temporarily closed due to essential maintenance. It is anticipated that the closure will last until 21 April 2025 - for information on alternative spaces to pray, please check the Student Noticeboard from 31 March 2025.
Get ready for International Sports Day with these five exciting activities! From bubble soccer to skydiving, discover thrilling sports for all ages. Find out where to go and what to try in Newcastle!
Check out the books, e-Books and audio titles related to money worries that have been added to the Be Well@NCL collection. Visit the Cost of Living Hub for more resources and support to help with your finances.
Discover how the Library's Customer Care code ensures outstanding service and a welcoming study environment – and learn how you can contribute to an extraordinary library experience!
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