Supporting documentation
If you do not have a University of Newcastle student identification number, or wish to include details of studies completed at another institution, you may also be required to submit the following:
For information about identity documents, see How do I prove my identity?
Applicants who were born overseas and are now residing in Australia will need to provide evidence of Australian citizenship or residency.
- If you were born overseas and have gained Australian citizenship, you will need to provide a colour or certified copy of your Australian citizenship certificate or Australian passport.
- If you were born overseas and currently hold an Australian visa, you will need to provide a colour or certified copy of the passport linked to your visa.
If you are applying for admission and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) on the basis of studies completed at an institution other than the University of Newcastle, you will need to provide clear colour copies/photos of your original official transcripts and completion certificates (certified copies of your original documents are also accepted).
Overseas educational qualifications will be assessed for equivalence according to standards provided by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition.
All applicants, whether domestic or international, must provide evidence that their English language ability meets the minimum requirements for admission. Applicants should review the University of Newcastle English Proficiency Policy and English Language Proficiency Procedure.
Most postgraduate applicants will meet the English Language Proficiency requirements with a completed Bachelor degree from an English speaking country, or an accepted English Language Proficiency test. Your application will be reviewed and if we require additional documentation to demonstrate your English Language Proficiency, we will contact you.
Certified documents
All documentation supplied with your application must be a full colour copy of the original document, or a certified black and white copy.
For more information, see What is a certified copy?
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.