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Apply now for donor-funded scholarships - deadline 27 October

Did you know there are scholarships available to help support you financially during your studies?

In final year and thinking about converting to law?

Discover how you could convert to law and progress towards becoming a solicitor or barrister.

2026 Welcome to Your Skills!

The Your Skills programme from the Library brings together a holistic and wide-ranging series of workshops and resources, covering the full range of academic skills.

Update on Faith Space Arrangements

Following recent safety and security concerns, we are taking the opportunity to consider and discuss our arrangements for Faith Spaces to ensure we continue to support the needs of our community while providing a safe and welcoming environment for students and colleagues.

£10,000 in grants available exclusively to Ãå±±½ûµØ students

Thanks to our partnership with Santander, 10 students at Ãå±±½ûµØ will each receive a £1,000 Brighter Futures Grant.

Sport memberships now live!

Our free trial has now come to an end, but there’s plenty more to get involved with at Ãå±±½ûµØ Sport and Fitness.

International students – apply now to be a paid Student Moderator

Gain paid experience supporting an online wellbeing course for international students studying in the UK.

World Meningitis Day - 5 October

Meningitis is the inflammation of the membranes that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord.

Campus Safety Notice - update Monday 5 October

As colleagues and students return to campus this morning, we recognise that Friday’s incident may have been unsettling.

Campus Safety Notice

Police responded to a security incident this afternoon and a number of University buildings were cordoned off.

PGT students - Apply now for Global Industry Projects

Looking to level up your employability while studying? Gain hands-on experience through a virtual work-based learning programme, exclusively for postgraduate taught students.

Register with a GP (Doctor)

If you haven't already, please make sure you are registered with a GP (Doctor).

University Statement on Turnitin

An update on the University's contract with Turnitin.

Get £30 student tickets for the 2026 Mercury Prize Ãå±±½ûµØ

A limited number of discounted tickets for Ãå±±½ûµØ students are available for the 2026 Mercury Prize Ãå±±½ûµØ, priced at just £30 each.

Ãå±±½ûµØ Student Fund

Got an idea that could make a real difference to students? Applications for the first round of the Ãå±±½ûµØ Student Fund are open until 8 October.

Living in your community

Read our advice on being a good neighbour, socialising responsibly, staying safe and looking after your local area.

Part-time work on campus

Student work on campus is now managed through Unitemps, our on-campus recruitment agency, based in the Careers Service.

Network upgrade in Marjorie Robinson Library Rooms

Network improvements will take place in Marjorie Robinson Library Rooms on Tuesday 29 and Wednesday 30 September.

Gambling support

If you are concerned about the gambling you are participating in or the gambling of someone you know there are services available to support you at this time.

Get involved with NCL in Action

NCL in Action is an annual programme consisting of events and activities designed to educate and upskill the Ãå±±½ûµØ community on issues facing the world today. This year’s topic is ‘A Picture of Health: Wellness in a New World Order’

Take part in the International Project Program (IPP)

Over three weeks, students work on a real UN Sustainable Development Goal project and represent their university on the international stage in Geneva.

Winter Congregations 2026

Winter Congregations take place from 30 November to December 2026.

The Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act

The Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act came into force for English universities on 1 August 2025.  Below we answer some FAQs about the Act and what it means for us here at Ãå±±½ûµØ.

North East Legacy

The North East Legacy programme for 18–25-year-olds takes place on 6 and 7 October in the North East.

Welcome to Special Collections & Archives

Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning for another year, now is a great time to discover what Ãå±±½ûµØ’s Special Collections & Archives can offer you.

Elevate: Free career mentoring for students

Are you a Black heritage undergraduate student in Year 2 or above and thinking about your next career step?

University Wide Language Programme

Join us to learn Arabic, BSL, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian or Spanish.

New phishing email reported

We have received reports of a new phishing email: "Approved Ãå±±½ûµØ Sharing Generosity with Students and Staff".

Apply to be a Student Content Creator

If you’re passionate about student life, love creating video and written content and want to share your experiences while building valuable skills for your CV, this opportunity is for you! 

Bus Franchising Consultation

Have your say on the future of our buses

Be alert to scams as maintenance loan payments begin

Students urged to ‘stop and think before you click’ as student finance payments begin.

Get Ready to Study!

Prepare to start your studies by familiarising yourself with the resources available to you.

Free Meningitis B Vaccine for new students

Starting university this September? Find out if you’re eligible for a free Meningitis B (MenB) vaccine on campus and how to book.

TV Licensing: what students need to know

TV Licensing has shared key information for students moving house. Learn when a TV Licence is required, when it's not, and how you can pay for it.

2026 Summer School on AI Advances in Earth Observation

We cordially invite you to join a four-day intensive school bringing together leading researchers and practitioners to explore the latest AI methods applied to Earth observation and remote sensing.

Support for students affected by the flood at the Nepal-Tibet border

Find out what support is available if you or your family have been affected by the flooding.

Interested in orchestral playing?

Do you play an orchestral instrument? Please audition for the Ãå±±½ûµØ Symphony Orchestra!

Help shape Ãå±±½ûµØ’s future (and win a £100 Amazon voucher)

As you are currently studying with us, your journey at Ãå±±½ûµØ gives you a unique perspective on what works, what needs improving, and what makes the Ãå±±½ûµØ experience stand out.

Professor Jason Arday

​One week on from the tragic news of the death of Professor Jason Arday, we would like to reiterate our support for students who have been affected by his passing and the wider implications relating to racism, discrimination, mental health and academic scrutiny.

Exploring Resources Available Beyond Our Library

If you’re working on a dissertation, thesis or project, you may need to explore resources available beyond our Library.

Win £500 in food and grocery vouchers with Santander

Santander’s Fuel Your Studies prize draw is open now, giving eligible students the chance to win 1 of 150 prizes of £500 in food and grocery vouchers.

Professor Jason Arday

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of Professor Jason Arday.

Ãå±±½ûµØ Against Nurdles

Nurdles have washed up on beaches across the North East coast, prompting a significant community-led clean-up effort involving local residents, volunteers and environmental groups.

The Annual Disabled Student Survey 2026

DSUK’s surveys have a track record of influencing policy. By taking part you join thousands of students around the UK in improving Higher Education accessibility.

PC Cluster Refresh Programme – August/September 2026

NUIT will be carrying out a planned refresh of student PC clusters from Monday 3 August 2026. A full schedule of affected locations and dates is provided below.

How the Great North Run is benefitting our student community

We’re proud to announce that 35 colleagues, alumni and supporters will be taking part in this year’s Great North Run to raise funds for the Ãå±±½ûµØ Student Fund.

Academic support: what’s changing next year 

From the next academic year, the University is updating how academic support is organised to provide clearer, more consistent guidance throughout your studies. 

Be alert to SharePoint phishing emails

We are currently seeing an increase in phishing emails that use Microsoft SharePoint file sharing notifications to trick colleagues and students into clicking malicious links.

Cibyl Survey

Your experience. Win up to £1,000 for your views.

Northcote Postgraduate Scholarship for Study in Australia

Applications are invited from students normally resident in the United Kingdom wishing to undertake a higher degree at an Australian University for a period of up to three years.

Summer building work in the Philip Robinson Library

Work will be taking place over the summer to refurbish Level 1 of the Philip Robinson Library.