About New Castle University
It is a public research university in Newcastle, England, that was founded in 1834. In 1963, this university became the first University of Newcastle and deals with the School of Medicine and Surgery. It belongs to a group of UK universities that prioritize research. This institution offers a broad range of programs, including 300 postgraduate teaching and research programs in a variety of areas and 200 full-time undergraduate degrees. Additionally, this university maintains campuses abroad in Malaysia and Singapore.

What is Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarships for Post graduate Students?
Students enrolled in specific master’s degree programs at Newcastle University are eligible to apply for the Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarships-Postgraduate 2025–2026. The goal of the scholarship is to provide exceptional students with financial support to finish their education. The chosen applicants will have their tuition costs waived by up to 50%. Moreover, this scholarship reduces the financial strain of studying abroad by allowing the student to pursue their higher education in chosen nations with lower tuition costs.
Eligibility for Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarships in UK
- Must be an international fee-paying student.
- Hold an offer for a full-time postgraduate taught program at Newcastle University.
- Have, or expect to earn, the equivalent of a UK upper second-class honours degree (2:1) or higher.
- You must receive your admission offer before applying for the scholarship.
- 30 candidates overall will be chosen on the basis of their qualifications and merit.
Not Eligible If You Are:
A Indonesian University student in the Faculty of Medical Sciences.
Applying for MPhil, MLitt, PhD, Integrated PhD, or DClinPsych programs.
Applying for a Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma.
Applying to an online (e-learning) program.
Applying for an undergraduate degree.
Enrolled in a Dual Award program.
A current student already studying a postgraduate degree at Newcastle University.
A study abroad or exchange student.
Key Benefits
For the duration of their master’s program, the chosen applicant will have 50% of their tuition paid.
Note: The candidate’s tuition fee account will be credited with the incentive.
Documents Required
Other significant documents
Bachelor’s certificate and marksheet
Valid passport
Visa
University admission letter
Important Dates
Application Closing Date 1: 27th February 2025
Application Closing Date 2: 29th May 2025
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