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Our mission

To be a world-class research- intensive university, to deliver teaching and facilitate learning of the highest quality and to play a leading role in the economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England.

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Research with a global impact

At Newcastle University, we’re channelling our research towards meeting society’s most pressing needs.

Team Newcastle students excel in the sporting arena

Newcastle is ranked among the top 10 universities for sport in the UK.

Preparing for the effects of global warming

Newcastle University scientists have outlined measures needed to enable major cities to continue to grow in the face of climate change.

Top marks for teachers!

Students have given Newcastle University lecturers excellent scores for their teaching and enthusiasm in the National Student Survey.

Flying the flag for fairtrade

Newcastle University's Fairtrade status demonstrates our commitment to the growth and sustainability of the Developing World.

Cutting down on carbon

Newcastle University is officially among the top recyclers in the country, demonstrating our commitment to protecting the environment.

A great place to live and study!

Newcastle has been named the best university city in the UK by one of the world’s leading travel websites.

Latest News

Thrill-seeking holidaymakers put dolphins at risk
Tourists wanting to watch and swim with dolphins are now being urged to keep their distance in a bid to protect both the animals and the local communities whose livelihoods depend on them.

Children given the tools to teach themselves
A Newcastle University professor is using techniques he employed in India to help show British children a new way to learn.

AA president goes back to his roots
Leading transport spokesman Edmund King is returning to Newcastle after almost three decades to take up the role of Visiting Professor with the university's Transport Operations Research Group.

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Events

Insights: Public Lecture Series
14th January 2010 - 18th May 2010, Time: 17:30 - 18:30

Newcastle Centre for the Literary Arts
21st January 2010 - 10th June 2010, Time: 10:00 - 07:00

Irresistible Forces
6th March 2010 - 16th April 2010, Time: 09:00 - 17:00

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Partnerships and Associations

Newcastle Biomedicine - our partnership with the NHS At the heart of Science City: Our world-class science is helping to build Britain's knowledge economy Queen's Anniversary Prizes Passionate about the North East Leading in Research: Newcastle University is a member of the Russell Group