The team are here to share with you their experience as a Newcastle University student and show you around our amazing campus and city.
I am a sporty person, and a lot of my time is dedicated to playing basketball for the University BUCS 2nd team, but outside of sport and my studies I just like to spend time with my friends and relax.
I am foodie at heart, and so my top recommendation for things to do in Newcastle is to try all the different cuisines the city has to offer!
Proven Goods- These guys make some of the best donuts in the business, with seasonal flavours and the classics like my favourite: the homer.
Gwarn Jerk- An authentic Caribbean cuisine with some of the best chicken and mutton I’ve ever had!
40 Ounce- If you ever find yourself in Gateshead or shopping in Team Valley, this is a must! With their unique style of cooking their burgers, they are guaranteed to be one of the most mouth-watering you’ve ever had. It's worth the hype.
Before I arrived to Newcastle, I was really excited about all the activities, clubs and societies the university had to offer. I enjoy the arts and crafts events for £1 that the Students' Union run on a weekly basis and the sporting societies like Ultimate Frisbee with their competitive opportunities.
In my free time, I help to run an LGBT collective in Newcastle (Canny Queer Collective), where we host events and meet-ups for LGBT people. And, of course, I enjoy creating social media content - I love to share daily vlogs, plus content about Newcastle, student life, autism and other topics via my vlogs (@innuendos on TikTok).
The best thing about studying at Newcastle is that I get to stay in my home city too, I love it too much to move away! Plus, the gorgeous campus is a bonus.
As an international student from Bahrain, what drew me most to the university is the balance between academic life and extracurricular activities- which are available all around the city and the university campus on a daily basis.
The city itself is so student friendly which makes it easier to navigate life as a university student, whether someone is a first, second or even a third year. The things to do in Newcastle are endless, as I have seen so many events which cater to different preferences and cultures; there is something for everyone.
I am a passionate lover of sports (any kind), books and cafes.
As a student at Newcastle University, I am surrounded by like-minded people, which makes my experiences here unforgettable. Chilling in the Courtyard in the Old Library Building or engaging in the discussions during the seminars bring me joy every day I spend here.
When I’m not studying, you can find me in the water, whether that be snorkeling, fishing, boating, or riding jet skis. I really enjoy listening to music, (fun fact- Drake was my #1 on this year’s Spotify Wrapped!) and finding new artists as well as spending the majority of my time in cinemas catching a new film.
Calling Newcastle my new home wasn’t an easy task, but the tight-knit feeling of the city and its people made the process a lot easier. One aspect that truly resonates with me as a student here is the versatility inherent in my academic program. The diverse range of modules at my disposal consistently introduces fresh perspectives and knowledge, thereby affording me the intellectual flexibility to contemplate and explore various facets of the workforce.