Newcastle University Business School (reviews)

Academics at Newcastle University Business School

The Undergraduate courses offered by NUBS are separated into four main categories:

• Accounting and Finance
• Business Management
• Marketing
• Economics

Students are given the flexibility to combine subjects offered at NUBS, which allows them to undertake a module that may not be among the options provided by their course. At the end of each year, students are presented with a list of compulsory modules for their next year but are also given the chance to choose their optional modules. This is beneficial for students who have a clear goal of what they want to learn and develop.

NUBS provides students with the opportunity to do an industry placement or study abroad for a year between the second and third year of their programme. The placement year is a chance for students to obtain professional experience in an industry of their choice. It gives them the opportunity to enhance their employability and increase their chances to pursue the career of their dreams after graduation. The School enables students who wish to explore a new culture (in Europe or the rest of the world) to spend a year of studying abroad at one of Newcastle University’s partner institutions.

NUBS offers a wide range of Postgraduate courses, which are focused on various aspects of the business environment. This enables students to choose to focus the development of their skills on a particular subject that they enjoy. Postgraduate students are entitled to various benefits, such as the fact that the Business School building is open only for them during the weekend.

Campus and Student Life

Newcastle University Business School has its own 9-floor building. The Business School is located 5 minutes away from the heart of Newcastle. Moreover, there are a lot of cafes, restaurants, fast food places, hotels and halls of residence around it, which makes the location very appealing. Just in front of the building, there is a supermarket, which creates an easy shopping experience for students, who could get whatever they need in between or after lectures. St James’s Park (Newcastle United FC’s stadium) is less than a minute away and Leazes Park, which is a wonderful place for walks and studying during the spring and summer, is also nearby.

The Business School building is one of the newest on campus. There is a range of lecture and seminar rooms. Additionally, business students have spacious computer labs equipped with all the IT facilities they need at their disposal, where they could study or do their research. There are three smaller rooms for students who prefer to study in a quieter environment. The hub is another study/social space where students could study in groups or take a break from studying to spend some quality time with their friends in between lectures.

NUBS students could join a variety of clubs and societies, including business-oriented societies such as the Leadership Society, Entrepreneurial Society and Business Society. This is an extra opportunity for motivated students to meet new people and exchange business views and ideas.

The University has a wide range of sports facilities, most of which are brand new. The University’s sports facilities include more than 5 outdoor pitches, indoor courts, a gym and a lot more. Students can join one of the competitive clubs representing the University or play recreationally by joining one of the intramural leagues in a sport of their choice. There is a wide selection of sports students can choose from, including football, rugby, lacrosse, basketball, volleyball and many more. Socials are a typical aspect of all sports clubs at the university, where students from different clubs gather together after games and have fun.

Career and Alumni

Newcastle University Business School has a range of partners, some of which are top employers. The University offers a lot of internship, placement and graduate job opportunities. Its Careers Center assists students with job applications, CV and Cover Letter writing and even conducts mock interviews and assessment centres to make sure students will be fully prepared for the big day. Students can take advantage of the wide range of workshops, which also provide guidance on different aspects of the job application process.

Newcastle University provides online access to various part-time and full-time job opportunities as well as internships. The University itself provides students with the chance to work on campus by becoming a JobsOC (Jobs On Campus) temp. This is a great opportunity for students who wish to get a flexible part-time job and gain valuable experience without having to leave campus.

NUBS graduates get a significant discount if they decide to undertake a postgraduate course at the University.

There is an established alumni network represented by alumni of different nationalities from across the world. The alumni network allows students to maintain their connections, expand their network and create new employment opportunities.