About the university
The University of Newcastle began in 1951 as a college of the University of New South Wales and became an independent university in 1965. It is a public university with its main campus at Callaghan and campuses in Newcastle City, on the Central Coast, in Sydney and in Singapore.
UON is known for engineering, health and medicine, business and computing. Its Newcastle Business School is accredited by both AACSB and EQUIS, and its degrees in computer science, data science and IT include compulsory career-ready placements of 240 hours.
Indian students mainly choose its two-year Master of Information Technology (also taught at the Sydney campus), Master of Cyber Security, MBA, Master of Professional Accounting and the two-year Master of Professional Engineering. Many business and IT master's run in trimesters, so you can start three times a year. The International Excellence Scholarship of A$6,000 a year is applied automatically to eligible students.
Newcastle is the second-largest city in New South Wales, on the coast north of Sydney. It is cheaper than Sydney, and on-campus rooms at Callaghan start at about A$255 a week in 2027.
- Founded
- 1965 as an independent university; began in 1951 as a college of the University of New South Wales
- Type
- Public university
- Total students
- About 23,500 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data); THE's profile also quotes more than 37,000 enrolments across all campuses
- International students
- 19% (THE 2027 data)
- Student–staff ratio
- 31.5 to 1 (THE 2027 data)
- Campuses
- Newcastle (Callaghan), Newcastle City, Central Coast (Ourimbah), Gosford, Sydney City and Singapore
- Intakes
- Semester 1 and 2 for most bachelor's, engineering and cyber security degrees; Trimesters 1, 2 and 3 for IT and business master's
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
244 in the world
THE World University Rankings 2027
295 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master of Information Technology
- Fee / year
- A$49,980
- Duration
- 2 years (6 trimesters); accelerated options for some students
- Intakes
- Trimesters 1, 2 and 3 (Callaghan or Sydney)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no section below 6.0)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- A$50,558
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- Semesters 1 and 2 (Callaghan)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no section below 6.0)
- Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Fee / year
- A$48,337
- Duration
- 4 trimesters
- Intakes
- Trimesters 1, 2 and 3 (Newcastle City or Sydney)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no section below 6.0)
- Postgraduate
Master of Professional Accounting
- Fee / year
- A$40,646
- Duration
- 4 trimesters
- Intakes
- Trimesters 1, 2 and 3 (Newcastle City or Sydney)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no section below 6.0)
- Postgraduate
Master of Professional Engineering (Civil)
- Fee / year
- A$53,183
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters); a 3-year version is also offered
- Intakes
- Semesters 1 and 2 (Callaghan)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no section below 6.0)
- Postgraduate
Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical and Electronic)
- Fee / year
- A$53,534
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters); a 3-year version is also offered
- Intakes
- Semesters 1 and 2 (Callaghan)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no section below 6.0)
- Postgraduate
Master of Professional Engineering (Mechanical)
- Fee / year
- A$52,437
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters); a 3-year version is also offered
- Intakes
- Semesters 1 and 2 (Callaghan)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no section below 6.0)
- Postgraduate
Master of Materials Science and Engineering
- Fee / year
- A$53,571
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- Semesters 1 and 2 (Callaghan)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no section below 6.0)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (AUD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Information Technology | 2 years (6 trimesters); accelerated options for some students | A$49,980 | ≈ ₹32.5 lakh |
| Master of Cyber Security | 2 years (4 semesters) | A$50,558 | ≈ ₹32.9 lakh |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 4 trimesters | A$48,337 | ≈ ₹31.4 lakh |
| Master of Professional Accounting | 4 trimesters | A$40,646 | ≈ ₹26.4 lakh |
| Master of Professional Engineering (Civil) | 2 years (4 semesters); a 3-year version is also offered | A$53,183 | ≈ ₹34.6 lakh |
| Master of Professional Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) | 2 years (4 semesters); a 3-year version is also offered | A$53,534 | ≈ ₹34.8 lakh |
| Master of Professional Engineering (Mechanical) | 2 years (4 semesters); a 3-year version is also offered | A$52,437 | ≈ ₹34.1 lakh |
| Master of Materials Science and Engineering | 2 years (4 semesters) | A$53,571 | ≈ ₹34.8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at The University of Newcastle with similar universities in Australia.
Scholarships
- Bachelor's and postgraduate coursework (eligible priority programmes)
International Excellence Scholarship
Value: A$6,000 a year as a tuition reduction (A$750 per 10-unit course), up to A$24,000 over a 4-year degree
Eligibility: International full-fee students starting from Trimester 1, 2025, assessed on academic merit. Applied automatically and shown in your offer letter. Not for online-only, offshore or sponsored students.
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Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Bachelor's degrees need completed Class XII at a level UON accepts; check the degree page for your board and score.
- UON's College of International Education offers pathway programmes if you do not meet direct entry.
Postgraduate
- Master's degrees need a recognised bachelor's degree. The 2-year Master of Professional Engineering is for engineering graduates; the 3-year version suits students from related fields.
- IT and business master's start in Trimesters 1, 2 or 3; engineering and cyber security start in Semester 1 or 2.
- Graduate certificates (for example in IT, business administration or professional accounting) are shorter entry points that can lead into a master's.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class XII mark sheets (bachelor's)
- Degree transcripts and certificate (master's)
- English test result
- CV where the degree asks for it
- Financial documents for the student visa
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (master's) | 6.5 overall with no section below 6.0 for the master's degrees on this page. |
| IELTS Academic (bachelor's) | 6.0 overall with no section below 6.0 for computing and engineering bachelor's degrees. |
| Other tests | UON accepts other English tests under its English Language Proficiency requirements; check the degree page for equivalent scores. |
Accommodation and living costs
UON has several on-campus residences at Callaghan. 2027 weekly rates exclude GST and include wifi, electricity, water, cleaning of shared areas, 24/7 security and wellbeing support. Rates are lowest on a long-stay contract.
| Item | In AUD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Shared apartment, single room (Edwards Hall, International House, Blue Gum House)2027 long-stay rate | A$254–270per week | ≈ ₹16,539 – ₹17,536 |
| Shared apartment, single room (Evatt House; North, South, East and West Residences)2027 long-stay rate | A$288–318per week | ≈ ₹18,713 – ₹20,675 |
| Edwards Hall single room with evening meals2027 long-stay rate | A$358–411per week | ≈ ₹23,280 – ₹26,744 |
| Studio apartment (single occupancy)2027 long-stay rate | A$390–410per week | ≈ ₹25,329 – ₹26,619 |
Campus and location
The main campus is at Callaghan in Newcastle, with business taught mainly at Newcastle City and selected master's at the Sydney City campus.
- Callaghan: engineering, computing, IT, cyber security and science, with on-campus residences.
- Newcastle City: Newcastle Business School, accredited by AACSB and EQUIS.
- Sydney City: selected master's, including IT, the MBA and professional accounting.
- Cyber security labs for system security, network security and malware analysis.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Computer science, data science and IT degrees include compulsory 240-hour career-ready placements, and undergraduate business degrees a 140-hour placement. See our Australia guide for post-study work visa rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Postgraduates employed within four months of graduating | 95.4% to 95.6% | Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022–2024, quoted in UON's Insights brochures |
| Undergraduates employed within four months of graduating | 90.4% to 90.6% | Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022–2024, quoted in UON's Insights brochures |
| International students | 19% | THE World University Rankings 2027 data |
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FAQs
How much is the Master of Information Technology at Newcastle?
The 2027 indicative fee is A$49,980 a year. It takes two years (six trimesters) and is offered at Callaghan and Sydney.
Can I start in a trimester other than February?
Yes, for IT and business master's, which take Trimester 1, 2 and 3 starts. Engineering and cyber security master's start in Semester 1 or 2.
What IELTS score does UON need?
6.5 with no section below 6.0 for master's degrees, and 6.0 in every section for computing and engineering bachelor's.
Is there a scholarship for Indian students?
The International Excellence Scholarship takes A$6,000 a year off tuition for eligible international students and is applied automatically with your offer.
How much is on-campus accommodation?
2027 weekly rates at Callaghan start at about A$254 for a single room in a shared apartment on a long-stay contract.
Sources
- UON: Computing, Maths and Technology Insights brochure (2027 fees) (opens in a new tab)
- UON: Business and Management Insights brochure (2027 fees) (opens in a new tab)
- UON: Engineering Insights brochure (2027 fees) (opens in a new tab)
- UON: Master of Information Technology (opens in a new tab)
- UON: international engineering postgraduate degrees (opens in a new tab)
- UON: International Excellence Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
- UON: on-campus room types and fees (2027) (opens in a new tab)
- UON: history (opens in a new tab)
- THE World University Rankings 2027: University of Newcastle (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.newcastle.edu.au (opens in a new tab)
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