How to Apply

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You can apply online right now with our self-assessment tool UniOffer, or you can send us a paper-based application form.

Paper-based Applications

Select the program or programs in which you wish to enrol. Then download, print, and complete the appropriate application form and attach the necessary documentation.

Send the form to the International Admissions Officer at The University of Newcastle or to a representative office in your home country.

Please note that the University will accept only original or certified documents. Copies must be certified by either an authorised officer of the official records department of the institution that originally issued the document, or by an authorised officer of an Australian overseas diplomatic mission or any Australian Education Centre.

If qualifications were obtained under a former name, please attach your present name to the documents. Certified translations must accompany documents that are not in English.

Evidence of graduate status should indicate that the academic requirements of the course have been completed or that the award has been conferred.

If your application is successful, we will send you a letter offering a place. The letter will also outline the course, any additional conditions you must meet, fees payable, and your course commencement date. If your application is unsuccessful, we will send you a letter explaining why.

If you need to apply for a preliminary visa you should take the offer letter with you.

English Proficiency Policy

To view a copy of the University's English Proficiency Policy click here.

Monitoring your application

Once the university has received your application and lodged it on the University of Newcastle student system you will receive by email a username and password. You will be able to monitor the progress of your application online.

Acceptance of Offer

Confirmation of Enrolment

Upon receipt of your written acceptance of the offer and your International Bank Draft, the University will issue the Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) form, which you must present to the Australian Diplomatic Post in order to obtain a student visa to study in Australia.

Travel Plans

Information relating to pre-departure, accommodation, and pickup/arrival services may also be obtained from the Student Support section of this site.

Privacy Policy

The University of Newcastle is bound by the Privacy and Personal Information Act, 1998 and the Health Records Act 2002. Please be advised that the University will not release a student’s personal details, including academic information, to any agent, whether they are acting alone or on behalf of a family member, without the prior written consent of the student concerned. For more details on the University’s management of personal information, please visit the Privacy website.

Representative Agents

Further information about studying at The University of Newcastle and the various pathways to University courses can be obtained from one of our many representative offices or agents. These representatives are happy to discuss the study options available at the University of Newcastle and can assist you with your application.

The contact details of a University of Newcastle representative in your home country can be found here.