What is Newcastle University famous for?
What is Newcastle University famous for?
As a founding member of the Russell Group, we have a world-class reputation for pioneering research and innovation in the fields of medicine, science and engineering, social sciences, arts and humanities.
Who built Newcastle University?
Thomas Greenhow
The establishment of a university in Newcastle upon Tyne was first proposed in 1831 by Thomas Greenhow in a lecture to the Literary and Philosophical Society.
What Aboriginal land is University of Newcastle on?
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.
Is Newcastle University well known?
Newcastle University performs consistently well in university rankings, featuring in the top 200 of most world rankings. Currently, Newcastle University is ranked: 134th in the QS World Ranking 2022 (published 2021) Joint 146th in the Times Higher Education World University Ranking 2022 (published 2021)
When was Newcastle founded?
Newcastle developed around a Roman settlement called Pons Aelius and the settlement later took the name of a castle built in 1080 by William the Conqueror’s eldest son, Robert Curthose….
| Newcastle upon Tyne | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2nd century |
| Town charter | Henry II |
| County corporate | 1400 |
| City status | 1882 |
Why should I study at Newcastle University?
Why choose Newcastle? As a world top 150 university (QS World University Rankings 2020), we inspire the minds of thousands of students from over 140 countries. Our outstanding reputation for academic excellence and high graduate employability ensures we are a first-choice destination for students from around the world.
Who are the traditional owners of Newcastle?
The Awabakal and Worimi peoples are the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters situated within the Newcastle local government area, including wetlands, rivers, creeks and coastal environments. It is known that their heritage and cultural ties to Newcastle date back tens of thousands of years.
What is the Aboriginal name for Newcastle?
Mulubinba
Mulubinba is the Aboriginal name of the site of Newcastle. Threlkeld refers to it as early as 1827.
