Rankings of Northumbria University

Northumbria University was founded in 1969 in the small city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Newcastle has been named as the best UK student city in Student Hut’s league table for multiple consecutive years, based on the music festivals, nightlife, and attractions that there are for young people in the city. Northumbria University prides itself on being a comprehensive institution, deliberately offering thirty of the most frequently selected subjects for study. They also pride themselves on delivering these programmes at a standard that has gained recognition from global ranking systems.

Latest ranking updates for Northumbria University
  • 27 Sep, 2023: THE Times Higher Education, UK announced latest results of THE World University Rankings with Northumbria University in position 501.
  • 09 Sep, 2023: Publication of The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Business and Management). Ranking position #36.
  • 09 Sep, 2023: The Guardian News and Media Limited announced latest results of The Guardian League Table with Northumbria University in position 38.
  • 15 Aug, 2023: ShanghaiRanking Consultancy announced latest results of ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking with Northumbria University in position 801.

University rankings

    • #36 
    • #49 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 16 September, 2022]
    • #30 
    • #38 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #36 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #50 
    • #501 
    THE World University Rankings
    [Published 27 September, 2023]
    • #80 
    • #548 
    QS World University Rankings
    [Published 27 June, 2023]
    • #27 
    • #251 
    QS Employability Rankings
    [Published 23 September, 2021]
    • #40 
    • #708 
    US News: Best Global Universities
    [Published 24 October, 2022]
    • #44 
    • #801 
    ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 15 August, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #953 
    CWTS Leiden Ranking
    [Published 22 June, 2022]
    • #32 
    • #591 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2023]
    • #42 
    • #861 
    CWUR Center for World University Rankings
    [Published 25 April, 2022]
    • #6 
    • #101 
    THE Young University Rankings
    [Published 03 July, 2023]
    • #36 
    • #601 
    NTU Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #598 
    URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance
    [Published 28 November, 2022]
    • #40 
    • #625 
    RUR World University Rankings
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #45 
    • #464 
    RUR Reputation Ranking
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #39 
    • #578 
    RUR Academic Rankings
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #24 
    • #127 
    StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa
    [Published 06 September, 2021]
    • #40 
    • #501 
    QS World University Rankings: Sustainability
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #34 
    • #484 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]
    • #16 
    • #79 
    THE World University Impact Rankings - Overall
    [Published 01 June, 2023]
    • #50 
    • #566 
    THE China Subject Ratings Overall
    [Published 11 May, 2022]

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Subject rankings

Agriculture

    • #747 
    Agriculture
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #12 
    • #17 
    Food Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Architecture, Building & Planning

    • #18 
    • #24 
    Architecture
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #42 
    Architecture
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #207 
    Architecture
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #8 
    • #10 
    Building
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #13 
    • #17 
    Art & Design
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #14 
    • #101 
    Art & Design
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #38 
    • #301 
    Arts and Humanities
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #17 
    • #21 
    Drama, Dance & Cinematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Business

    • #28 
    • #36 
    Accounting and Finance
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #38 
    Accounting and Finance
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #175 
    Business
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #36 
    • #50 
    Business & Management Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #48 
    • #451 
    Business & Management Studies
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #56 
    • #401 
    Business and Economics
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #84 
    • #298 
    Economics & Business
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #42 
    • #401 
    Management
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #23 
    • #27 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Computer Science

    • #16 
    • #237 
    Artificial Intelligence
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #44 
    • #58 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #37 
    • #301 
    Computer Science
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #20 
    • #301 
    Computer Science
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #31 
    • #451 
    Computer Science & Information Systems
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]

Design

    • #29 
    • #34 
    Graphic Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #2 
    • #2 
    Interior Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Education

    • #16 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #59 
    • #75 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #41 
    • #301 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #27 
    • #301 
    Education
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #40 
    • #409 
    Education
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Engineering

    • #769 
    Chemical Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #7 
    • #8 
    Civil Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #17 
    • #24 
    Civil Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #201 
    Civil Engineering
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #385 
    Civil Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #27 
    • #35 
    Electrical & Electronic Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #201 
    Electrical & Electronic Engineering
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #15 
    • #275 
    Electrical Engineering
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #20 
    • #201 
    Engineering
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #24 
    • #395 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #26 
    • #401 
    Engineering - Electrical & Electronic
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #401 
    Materials Science
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #27 
    • #36 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #35 
    • #46 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #510 
    Mechanical Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #23 
    • #458 
    Technology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #19 
    • #25 
    Communication & Media Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #33 
    Journalism
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Languages & Literature

    • #44 
    • #51 
    English
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #55 
    • #66 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #38 
    • #301 
    English Language & Literature
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]

Law

    • #28 
    • #37 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #45 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #24 
    • #126 
    Law
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #23 
    • #201 
    Law
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #27 
    • #301 
    Law
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]

Mathematics

    • #35 
    • #47 
    Mathematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Medicine & Health

    • #28 
    • #301 
    Clinical Medicine
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #16 
    • #24 
    Health Professions
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #501 
    Medicine
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #11 
    • #16 
    Nursing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #7 
    • #8 
    Physiotherapy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #16 
    • #18 
    Physiotherapy
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #26 
    • #201 
    Public Health
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]

Natural Sciences

    • #40 
    • #54 
    Biological Sciences
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #1203 
    Biological Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #37 
    • #53 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #25 
    • #31 
    Chemistry
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #913 
    Environmental Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #30 
    • #38 
    Geography & Environmental Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #33 
    • #301 
    Physical Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #28 
    • #603 
    Physical Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #26 
    Physics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #36 
    Physics & Astronomy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #43 
    • #52 
    Criminology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #313 
    Economics
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #25 
    • #30 
    Geography
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #76 
    Geography
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #41 
    • #47 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #48 
    • #60 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #31 
    • #167 
    History
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #35 
    • #45 
    Politics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #31 
    • #38 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #37 
    • #50 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #60 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #40 
    • #433 
    Psychology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #53 
    • #401 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #43 
    • #401 
    Social Sciences
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #26 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #27 
    • #33 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #45 
    • #57 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #221 
    Sociology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Sports Science

    • #17 
    • #22 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #36 
    • #44 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Highest subject rankings for Northumbria University

Interior Design The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#2 
Design
Civil Engineering The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#8 
Engineering
Physiotherapy CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#8 
Medicine & Health
Building CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#10 
Architecture, Building & Planning
Education CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#16 
Education
Art & Design CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#17 
Arts Visual & Performing
Food Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#17 
Agriculture
Sports Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#22 
Sports Science
Communication & Media Studies CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#25 
Journalism & Media Studies
Social Work The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#26 
Social Studies & Humanities

Student Reviews for Northumbria University

Student satisfaction:
4.4 (based on 477 student reviews)

“Newcastle is such a friendly city and there are always things to do. Nights out are always an option, but as far as cities go it’s a fairly relaxed place. Academically, I wish there were more clarity regarding what is expected from students in assignments and exams, and the grading scheme seems to be too subjective.”

“Exams and assignments are usually jammed together which makes it quite difficult for us students to organise and plan out our own time, so it can get stressful. Despite that, I am very happy with the support received from lecturers and tutors.”

“Timetables are quite unorganised and they change too often, which has left me unorganised on a number of occasions because they tend to warn you when it’s too late to change your plans. This only happens occasionally though, as in general the experience was of a high standard.”

About Northumbria University

PROS

  • Newcastle upon Tyne offers superb nightlife, according to most students. If this is an important factor for you, the city never disappoints.
  • One factor that students appreciate here is the accommodation comes at various price points, from the most -affordable Claude Gibb, to the most -premium Camden Court.
  • There’s a wide range of clubs and societies, including Snow Sports, Pole Dancing, and even a club specifically for Mature students. There’s something here for everyone.

CONS

  • Students mention that all exams and assignments are given in the same time period, and this becomes stressful for them. The common opinion is that this could be organised more efficiently.
  • A common complaint is that timetables change too often, which leaves students with difficulties organising themselves.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1877
Telephone:
+44 (191) 227 4274
Address:
2 Ellison Place
NE1 8ST, Newcastle
England UK
Website:
https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees Business and Economics
    • 6.0
    • Graduate Degrees Design, Science, Engineering
    • 7.0
    • Graduate Degrees Humanities
    • 7.0
    • Graduate Degrees Law
    • 5.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees Engineering, Science and Technology and Computing
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees Health, Education, Business, Art and Design
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees Law, English and Humanities

TOP 10 Best rated degree courses of Northumbria University

  Course
1 Mathematics - BSc 100/100 (6 student reviews)
2 English Language Studies - BA 100/100 (11 student reviews)
3 Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering Foundation Year - BSc 100/100 (8 student reviews)
4 Chemistry - MChem 100/100 (7 student reviews)
5 Interior Design - BA 100/100 (19 student reviews)
6 Physics - MPhys 100/100 (6 student reviews)
7 Physics with Astrophysics - BSc 100/100 (6 student reviews)
8 Guidance and Counselling - BA 100/100 (12 student reviews)
9 Childhood and Early Years Studies - BA 94/100 (27 student reviews)
10 Civil Engineering - BEng 93/100 (9 student reviews)

TOP 10 highest earning degree courses of Northumbria University

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NSS Aggregate Student reviews

Below you see the results of Northumbria University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall student satisfaction
70 /100
1140 total respondents

THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 305 students of Northumbria University participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for Northumbria University in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 79.0

Student composition of Northumbria University

Business and Management:
5085
Nursing and Midwifery:
2890
Psychology:
1920
Creative Arts and Design:
1850
Law:
1825
architecture, building and planning:
1685
Biosciences:
1480
Sociology:
1370
Computing:
1345
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
1100
Electrical And Electronic Engineering:
910
Mechanical Engineering:
720
education and teaching:
620
Social Policy:
535
English Studies:
440
languages and area studies :
365
History:
345
Politics:
305
Civil Engineering:
210
Mathematical Sciences:
190
Chemistry:
160
geography, earth and environmental studies:
145
Physics and Astronomy:
130
Performing Arts:
100
India:
2835
China:
545
Nigeria:
530
Bangladesh:
160
Kuwait:
160
Malaysia:
150
Pakistan:
125
Bahrain:
120
United States:
115
Qatar:
75
Sri Lanka:
70
Vietnam:
60
Canada:
60
Saudi Arabia:
45
Egypt:
40
Ghana:
40
Indonesia:
40
Morocco:
40
United Arab Emirates:
40
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
35
Ecuador:
30
Thailand:
30
Iran:
25
Colombia:
25
Nepal:
20
Mauritius:
15
Kenya:
15
Korea (South):
15
Singapore:
10
Myanmar (Burma):
10
Taiwan:
10
Albania:
10
Lebanon:
10
Uzbekistan:
10
South Africa:
10
Turkey:
10
Russia:
10
Maldives:
5
Jordan:
5
Oman:
5
Bermuda:
5
Cayman Islands:
5
Mexico:
5
Brazil:
5
Peru:
5
Tanzania:
5
Norway:
5
Switzerland:
5
Ukraine:
5
Algeria:
5
Angola:
5
Botswana:
5
Cameroon:
5
Senegal:
5
Israel:
5
Uganda:
5
Zimbabwe:
5
Brunei:
5
Japan:
5
Kazakhstan:
5
Philippines:
5
Iraq:
5

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