Why study with us?
Whether you are changing careers or chasing that next promotion, furthering your skills and knowledge doesn't have to be daunting. Our postgrad degrees are designed to help you succeed and our staff are here to support you to achieve your career goals.
Advance your career
Looking for a way to stand out in a competitive job market? Postgrad study helps you to keep on top of emerging trends and develop specialised skills to advance your career. And with 93+% postgrad employment rate1 - above the national average - our graduates are in demand.
Take a new direction
It’s never too late to change direction. With 90+ postgrad degrees to choose from, you can build new skills, pursue a passion or take your career in a new direction. Learn from global leaders and benefit from our strong connections to industry.
You’re not alone. 66% of our postgrad students commenced their studies aged 30+2.
Study that fits your life
Fit postgrad study around your life. Choose to study part-time or full-time, online, face-to-face or a combination of both3. With flexible study options, you can tailor your degree around your work, family and lifestyle. In fact, 85% of our postgrad students study online.
You may also be able to defer your contribution through HECS-HELP. 66.8% of our postgrad students study now and pay later2.
Turn your experience into credit
You may be eligible to receive credit for prior learning or professional experience, helping you make the most of the skills and knowledge you’ve already gained. More than 1,000 of our postgrad students received credit towards their degree for prior learning or professional experience2.
Balance work and study
You don’t have to put your career on hold to study. Last year, 67.8% of our postgrad students balanced work and study2. If you work full-time, studying one or two courses each trimester or semester (where applicable to your program) can help you balance study with your professional and personal commitments.
Boost your earning potential
Postgrad study could help you increase your earning potential. In 2025, the median salary for bachelor degree holders was $88,000, compared with $104,000 for postgrad coursework graduates. Our postgraduates earn a median salary of $108,000².
Save on course fees with government subsidies
Expand your global network
When you graduate, you’ll join our 200,000+ strong global alumni community spanning 152 countries. With networking events, meet-ups and mentoring opportunities, you can connect the dots and grow a global career.
Support and advice
As part of our student support program, we will communicate with you via your student email. Check your student email regularly to keep up-to-date with your program or any course changes.
If you need help with your studies, the Academic Learning Support team has an abundance of helpful resources. Topics include study skills, assignment writing steps, assignment types and other online resources.
If you need any assistance during study, visit our current students support page for some helpful tips.
Questions?
Contact our Postgraduate Future Students Support Team, Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.
Ph: 02 4921 2000
For calls outside Australia: +61 2 4921 8856
E: futurestudentssupport@newcastle.edu.au
Alternatively, speak with one of our team members via web chat Monday to Friday between 9am and 4:30pm (NSW time).
2Based on 2025 domestic commencing postgraduate coursework students.
3Not all modes of study are available for every program.
