At Newcastle, you'll get a world-class education, and leave as a highly desirable graduate prepared for your career. Most of our undergraduate degrees are three, four, or five years in length, depending on the subject you choose and whether you opt to undertake a study abroad or work placement as part of your studies.

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What are the different types of undergraduate degrees?

The two most common Bachelors degree are:

Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Bachelor of Science (BSc)

You can also study for a Bachelor of Education (BEd), Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) and Bachelor of Laws (LLB).

An integrated four-year Undergraduate Masters has an additional fourth year at postgraduate level.

What’s the difference between undergraduate and postgraduate study?

An undergraduate student is someone who is studying their first degree and has yet to graduate.

Undergraduate degrees, or Bachelor degrees, involve the in-depth study of one or more subjects. They're the next step in higher education after A Levels.

A Postgraduate degree is a higher degree studied after an undergraduate degree. Postgraduate study covers a wider range of qualifications.

[## Undergraduate Open Day

Start your university journey. Find where you belong. Friday, June 26 (9:00-16:00) Saturday, June 27 (9:00-16:00)](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/study/meet/undergraduate-open-day/ )

Your journey to Newcastle

We're committed to delivering an outstanding learning experience that equips our students for future success. Study with us and you'll be challenged and supported, so that you can achieve great things. Find out more about studying with us at the links below.

[#### Fees and funding information

Our high graduate employability and low cost of living mean a degree from Newcastle is a sound financial investment. Find out more about tuition fees, student loans, and scholarships.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-funding/)

[#### Applications and offers

Everything you need to know about applying to study with us. If you have the motivation, ability and potential to succeed at university we'd love to hear from you.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/applications-offers/)

[#### Accommodation

We offer accommodation to all new students. Explore our accommodation options and find the place that’s right for you.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/accommodation/)

[#### Your future

Join our network of successful and determined graduates who are accomplishing great things.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/study/your-future/)

[#### International pathway courses

We provide a range of study options for international students in partnership with INTO. These specialist programmes are designed for international students who want to study in the UK.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/study/international-pathway-courses/)

[#### Meet us

Sit back, relax, and take a life-changing virtual journey with us. Explore our beautiful campus and city, find out about our courses and hear from our friendly students and staff. Let’s get to know each other better.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/study/meet/)

[## Our global scholarships for 2026

Over 1,000 scholarships available for International and EU students.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/study/global-scholarships/)

[## Undergraduate Prospectus: the one book you need

For an outstanding education. For great student life. For the Newcastle University experience.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/study/prospectus-request/ug-guide/)

[## Get your parents' guide to University applications

Ensure you’re prepared to help support your child through their university application and beyond.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/applications-offers/parents-ebook/) [## PARTNERS

Receive a lower conditional offer to study with us via the PARTNERS programme.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/partners/)

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[### Mia from United Kingdom

Environmental Science BSc Honours

I’ve developed fieldwork skills, critical evaluation abilities and lots of teamwork and collaboration through working with my peers.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/study/student-stories/environmental-science-bsc-mia/)[### Aaryan from India

Computer Science BSc

To support my studies, I’ve been awarded a VCIS (Vice Chancellor International Scholarship) worth £4,000. The rest of my fees are self-funded.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/study/student-stories/computer-science-bsc-aaryan/)[### Madiha from India

English Literature with Creative Writing BA

The application process was straightforward and I felt very supported by the University throughout.](https://www.ncl.ac.uk/study/student-stories/english-literature-with-creative-writing-ba-madiha/)

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