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Northumbria University: Rankings, Cost, Programs, Placements

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#303 in World

#43 in UK

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For the Northumbria University admissions, international students are advised to apply within the application deadlines listed below:

  • UCAS application deadline (UG): Jun 30, 2025
  • PG application deadline: Early-Aug, 2025
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  • About Northumbria University
  • Northumbria Popular Courses
  • Northumbria University Programs
  • Northumbria University Scholarships 2025
  • Northumbria University Admissions 2025
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About Northumbria University

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Year of establishment
1969
University website
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Student website
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Total foreign students
8500
No. of campus
1
Scholarships available
6
Accepted exams
UG/PG course ratio
1.29
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Commonly asked questions
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Q:   Is it hard to get into the Northumbria University London?
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University of Northumbria London is a moderately competitive university to get into, as its acceptance rate is around 63 - 85.5%. This figure tells us that almost 60 - 80 out of every 100 applicants manage to get enrolled in the university, which is more than half of all the applicants. Therefore, once an applicant fulfills Northumbria London entry requirements, i.e.; academic qualifications, standardized test scores, English language requirements, as well as relevant documents, they are most likely to secure an admission in the university. However, students must not take this lightly and apply to the university within the deadlines in order to get enrolled as a student.

Q:   Is Northumbria University good for international students?
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Yes, Northumbria University is known for providing a warm and supportive atmosphere for international students. The institution provides a variety of services to help international students settle in and make the most of their time in the UK. This includes assistance with visas, accommodations, and academic studies. The university has a diverse international community and a number of student organizations and societies to help students feel at ease.

Q:   Is Northumbria University better than Coventry University?
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Northumbria University as well as the Coventry University are two well-known institutions in UK and great study abroad options for students. When it comes to rankings, Coventry University beats Northumbria University with the rank #531 in QS World University Rankings for the year 2025. Whereas, the latter has been ranked #535 in the same category. However, in the US News & World Report University Rankings 2024, Northumbria University has an upper hand with rank #708 in Best Global Universities. Whereas, Coventry University has been ranked at the spot #1080 in this category.

Mentioned below is the comparison between both the universities on the basis of some other parameters that can help you choose the better university for you:

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Northumbria University

Coventry University

Shiksha Ranking

B++

B+

Acceptance Rate

Between 63% - 85.5%

32%

Average GPA/Grades Required

3.0 GPA

60%

Annual Tuition Fee (MS)

INR 11 L - 20 L

INR 15L - 25L

Q:   Is it worth pursuing the MBA programme at Northumbria University London?
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Yes, it is worth pursuing the Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of Northumbria London as the course helps students develop communication skills, analytical and strategic thinking abilities, and leadership skills by getting to work in teams. Given below are the details of the Northumbria London MBA:

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Duration

1 - 2 years

Annual Fee

INR 12 L - 25 L

Accreditation

Double Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) Accredited Business School

Number of MBA Courses

49

Top 5 Specializations

Accounting & Finance, Business Analytics, International Management, Digital Marketing, Logistics Operations & Supply Chain Management

Q:   What are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at Northumbria University?
A: 

Northumbria University is a popular university in UK and students across the world desire to study in this university. For students starting their first semester at Northumbria, listed below are some useful tips, to make their experience worth it:

  • Participate in group activities;
  • Make friends and try to practice group study;
  • Make use of online library;
  • Get in touch with Student Union Representative; and
  • Work on your social skills and be active outside classes as well.
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Northumbria Popular Courses

M.Sc.
MBA/PGDM
M.A.
B.E. / B.Tech
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₹12 L

₹18 L

₹13 L

₹19 L

MSc Nursingicon20 months

₹18 L

Northumbria University Admissions 2025

  • Application fees :No Fees
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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SOPNot required
LORNeeded for few courses
EssaysNot required
CVNeeded for few courses
Additional documentsRequired
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Compare Northumbria with other similar colleges

M.Sc.
MBA/PGDM
M.A.
B.E. / B.Tech
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BBA
B.Sc.
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College1st Year Tuition FeesShiksha GradeRanking
INR 12.38 L - 26.95 LB++#34 CUG, 2025
INR 13.96 L - 26.44 LB++#23 Guardian, 2025
INR 16.43 L - 21.13 LB#104 CUG, 2025
INR 10.41 L - 21.72 LB+#48 CUG, 2025
INR 18.23 L - 23.07 LC++#93 Guardian, 2025
INR 11.92 L - 41.97 LB++#40 CUG, 2025
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Kanishk Aggarwal is a content writer at Shiksha.com, creating content for universities abroad. Having pursued an M.Sc. in Forensic Science from GD Goenka University, Gurugram, he has been creating content across diverse domains. When not guiding stud...Read Full Bio
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Location

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University CityNewcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, UK
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Population of City2,95,800

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Elison Place, New Castle Upon Tyne, NE1 8ST UK

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"Newcastle City Campus
Ellison Place
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 8ST
UK"

Newcastle upon Tyne ( Tyne and Wear)

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