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Application and Admissions

Advanced Standing/Credit

The University also recognises the value of previous post-secondary studies undertaken at other recognised institutions. Students may therefore apply for advanced standing (or credit) towards their preferred bachelor degree. Consideration of applicants seeking advanced standing is on a case-by-case basis. In the event that advanced standing is granted, the number of units required to complete the degree requirements will be reduced and, consequently, students will need less time to complete their preferred program.

Academic Requirements

To be eligible for direct admission to undergraduate courses, international students must have completed an appropriate school leaving examination or equivalent, or a recognised post-secondary qualification.

Examples of academic qualifications for specific countries

English Language Proficiency

International students must also satisfy the University's English Language requirements. This must take the form of

a minimum TOEFL score of 550 with a Test of Written English (TWE) of 4.5 in the paper based test or a score of 213 with a 4.5 in the Essay Rating in the computer based test,

The University offers preparatory English language courses through the Language Centre for students requiring additional English language tuition.
The complete policy document is contained within the University's Policy Library.

How to Apply

Details are available on the process for lodging an application and providing appropriate documentation. It also explains how you will receive an offer and confirmation of enrolment, which you will need to obtain your student visa.

Closing Dates

Closing date for applications for Bachelor of Medicine:

The University of Newcastle will accept an application submitted after the closing date, but late applications may not be considered for entry until the next semester.

Application Form

If you would like to apply for admission, please complete the application form, together with all the necessary documents to support your application.

Tuition Fees

All overseas students are required to pay the full cost of their tuition, which ranges from AUD $12,000 to AUD $37,000 per annum for undergraduate programs. These figures are indicative only. In addition, you will need to budget a minimum AUD $12,000 per annum to meet accommodation and living expenses. It is very difficult to find temporary employment in Australia, and you should not rely on this to support yourself.

The undergraduate tuition fees for international students are listed for 2007/08.

Refund Policy

The University of Newcastle refund policy for International Students applies to students enrolled in Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Study Abroad, UNIPATH and ELICOS Courses. It is effective from October 1999.

The full text of the policy is available in the University's Policy Library.

The Academic Year

The academic year at the University, for the majority of undergraduate programs, is divided into two 14-week semesters with a 5-week break between each. For some postgraduate programs, the University operates a trimester system, details of which are listed below. An enrolment and orientation program for international students is held before the commencement of each semester or trimester.

For more information see: Semester Dates