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Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
The University of Newcastle College of International Education (CIE) is the official on-campus pathway college to the University of Newcastle, Australia. The College offers alternative pathway opportunities to over 130 undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs at the University, all in a diverse and supportive environment designed to ensure a successful transition to further study. Every year it welcomes international students from over forty countries into the College.
The College’s goal is to prepare students for success at university. Students studying at CIE will benefit from small-class sizes and one-on-one support to gain the English and academic skills required to thrive at university and complete a degree with confidence.
College students will have access to all the exceptional facilities and services at the University. This includes seven state-of-the-art libraries holding 1.3 million resources, over 100 clubs and societies, free career counselling and a Centre for Teaching and Learning that provides drop-in sessions and academic workshops.
The College is located in Newcastle, the second largest city in NSW and the seventh largest city in Australia, just 160 kilometres north of Sydney. In the middle of an exciting urban renewal, Newcastle is the leading regional economy in Australia. Students can find everything that a mega city offers but with a more relaxed vibe. Home to a thriving community, Newcastle is an affordable, clean, safe and vibrant coastal city to study, live and work.
CRICOS: 00109J
The University of Newcastle College of International Education offers a range of pathway programs:
This 8, 11 or 12-month program equips students for university study, both academically and socially. It prepares students for entry to Year 1 of more than 110 undergraduate degrees at the University of Newcastle.
This program is a pathway to the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine at the University of Newcastle, Australia. It can be completed in 11 months. This is one of a handful programs of its type in Australia. Successful applicants will receive a packaged offer for both Foundation Studies in Medicine and the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine. Progression rules do apply.
The standard and extended Degree Transfer programs are designed for students who have completed 12 years of schooling in their home country, and provides a pathway into the second year of selected bachelor's degrees at the University of Newcastle, Australia. They are available in six different streams: business, commerce, construction management, engineering, information technology, and media and communication.
This program provides a pathway to selected master's degrees. This program is taught over two trimesters. Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive up to 30 credit points, allowing them to jump straight into the second trimester of their master’s degree.
The College also offers English Language Programs, including English Language Bridging Program (ELBP) and Study Tours. ELBP, delivered at the Callaghan campus, develops the academic English language skills required for entry into a variety of programs offered at the
college and the university. Bespoke Study Tour programs are tailored to meet the specific needs of partner institutions and student cohorts.
Students have a wide range of subject areas to choose from at the University of Newcastle College of International Education. Subject areas include the following:
Foundation Studies
Five core courses
Academic English A
Academic English B
Digital Literacy
Integrated Learning
Australian Studies
Five of the following electives based on bachelor’s degree destination:
Human & Social Futures
Accounting
Economics
Legal Studies
Media Studies
General Mathematics
Management
Engineering, Science & =Environment
Computer Science
General Mathematics
Advanced Mathematics
Media Studies
Management
Health, Medicine & Wellbeing Biology
Chemistry
Human Biology
General Mathematics
Management
Foundation Studies in Medicine
Ten core courses
Academic English A
Academic English B
Digital Literacy
Integrated Learning
Australian Studies
General Mathematics
Management
Biology
Chemistry
Human Biology
Express Preparation Program
Five core courses
Academic English B
Australian Studies
Digital Literacy
Integrated Learning
• General Mathematics or Human Biology (depending on degree destination)
Degree Transfer Program
Business
Commerce
Information Technology
Engineering
Construction Management (Building)
Media and Communication
Degree Transfer Extended Program
Business and Commerce Streams
Information Technology & Computer Science Streams
Engineering Streams
Construction Management (Building) Stream
Media and Communication Stream
Pre-master’s Program
Business
Business Accelerated
Information Technology
Information Technology Accelerated
English Language Programs
There are plenty of reasons for international students to choose the University of Newcastle College of International Education as a study destination:
Upon successful completion of pathway programs at the College, students will have guaranteed entry into the packaged university degrees at the University of Newcastle Australia, a world-class university ranked No. 244 in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2027).
The University of Newcastle, Australia ranks well worldwide in most subjects including business and economics, computer science and information systems, medicine, civil engineering and more. Students will enjoy small classes, a great staff to student ratio and one-on-one support to gain English and academic skills that enable them to thrive at university.
College students will have full access to the exceptional facilities and services at the University = from day one.
The College offers excellent support services, including academic guidance, to enhance the student experience.
Students will have full access to the exceptional facilities at the University from day one.
Students have access to inspiring learning environments and opportunities to put theory into practice, gaining real-world experience.
The university's industry connections help students connect with regional and national industry partners, allows them to grow their professional networks.
A$31,778 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
A$39,780 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
The University of Newcastle College of International Education is proud to offer students a range of scholarships.
CIE Program Scholarships
The College offers a range of scholarships towards the cost of program tuition fees Scholarships are worth up to 30 per cent of tuition fees, depending on the program and the student's country of recruitment
Scholarships are awarded automatically to eligible students and do not require a separate application. To be eligible, students must be full-fee paying international students commencing a pathway program at the college in 2027 and meet the college's scholarship requirements.
Kaplan Family Bursary
Students with a sibling who also enrols with the College will be eligible for the Kaplan Family Bursary. The bursary provides 10%off the tuition fee of the second sibling who accepts the offer and commences studies.
Progression Scholarships
Upon successful completion of a program at the college, students may be eligible for progression scholarships from the University of Newcastle, Australia.
Eligible students commencing in 2027 will receive the International Excellence Scholarship, valued at 20 per cent of the gross annual international tuition fee per equivalent standard full-time study load. The scholarship is renewable for the duration of the program.
For eligibility requirements and any program exclusions, please refer to the university scholarships webpage, or contact the college via email.
The University of Newcastle College of International Education welcomes international applicants from around the world.
International students looking to study at the University of Newcastle College must meet the admissions standards that have been set by its academic board. In general, for most countries or regions, this implies the completion of Year 11 or Year 12 at school with the required grades. In some cases, a diploma may be required. Undergraduate and postgraduate country specific entry requirements are listed on the website.
English language requirements
International students must also meet English requirements for their chosen program. Students can visit the college website for detailed information on the English language entry requirements, including the accepted English language tests and the minimum scores required for each program. In general, students must have completed an approved English language test and achieved a score equivalent to IELTS 5.5 or 6.0 overall, depending on their chosen program.
International students can apply to study at this College through one of authorised CIE agents or by applying directly.
The digital application forms can be downloaded from the college website. The applicant must provide certified copies of the following official documents:
Academic qualifications
English proficiency document
Passport
Agents can use the Kaplink Agent Portal to lodge and manage applications. Direct applicants can lodge the application via email.
The CIE admissions team will review the application and, if successful, the applicant will receive either an offer of admission or be assessed to determine whether they meet the requirements for a Genuine Student under Australian legislation.
To accept the offer, the applicant will need to log into the Kaplink Application Portal to accept the offer and make payment.
Students at the University of Newcastle College of International Education will enjoy access to world-class facilities and services in the university from day one. Located in the heart of the city, NUspace is only a short walk away from the stunning beaches, the main shopping precinct and the heart of entertainment in Newcastle.
Students will enjoy seven state-of-the-art libraries, a computer suite, wireless internet, cafes, over 100 clubs and societies, a free career counselling service, and a Centre for Teaching and Learning that conducts drop-in sessions and academic workshops.
Newcastle is among Australia’s most affordable cities for students to live and study in. Students can choose from nine different on-campus residences located across Newcastle Callaghan and Central Coast campuses. Weekly accommodation costs range from AUD 249.45 to AUD 465.93 per week (self-catered) or AUD 334.45 to AUD 80.93 per week (including 5 to 7 meals).
The university also has a service that can offer free advice to students about shared housing as well as access to a database of current rooms, apartments and houses available to rent. Homestay connects students with local families to live in a home environment.
Students will enjoy a safe environment on campus, with campus security services available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Students can enjoy a free shuttle bus services that loops around Callaghan campus and runs between Callaghan and Newcastle City campuses. An after-hours, on-call security shuttle is also available at Callaghan campus.
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