21 May 2020

University is a red-hot opportunity for you to add some spice to your life. If you’re in search for some new scenery, fresh faces and different lifestyle along with your uni experience, look no further than Newcastle. 

As a fellow and proud Novocastrian myself, let me be your tour guide. Newy beaches are the epitome of vibes, with waves drawing in surfers from around the globe and sunrises that’re almost too good to gram. Funky cafes and restaurants to keep your bellies eternally content and an abundance of shopping destinations, whether you love markets, op shops or a good ol’ shopping centre. 

Not to forget Newy’s killer music scene with groovy bands visiting on the reg.

I know, I know, I’m really turning you around on Newcastle, right? But it even gets better… 

If you’re thinking of moving for uni, the University of Newcastle is ranked top 10 university in Australia. With a rep for high-quality teaching with exciting, future-focused academic programs.

Practical work placement is a big part of their courses, which means you don’t just learn about a topic—you get real experience in it (and it looks great on your resume). In fact, 90% of their bachelor grads secure a full-time job within four months of finishing their studies.

With accommodation options available to help you settle into your new student life in Newy, you can stay close to other students and meet a whole bunch of new people. Not only will you make friends through campus living, but there are also over 140 clubs and societies to keep your schedule funky and full. 

Known for their commitment to supporting students from a range of backgrounds and circumstances, they are the largest provider of alternate entry programs in Australia and more than $3 million of scholarships are given to students each year (that is insane)! This university also offers a heap of pathway options to help out those who didn’t complete Year 12 and to help Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people gain entry into undergraduate degrees. 

So, picture this. You spend your day getting learnt up. You venture into town with your new mates for a bite to eat. You then decide that it’s a perfect day (most days in Newy are), so you go for a quick dip at the beach. Whilst you spend the arvo studying at King Edward Park, you get a message from your mate; “Oi! It’s Friday night! Where are we going?”. 

Living. The. Dream.

Suss out more info about the University of Newcastle over here.