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9 STEPS FOR APPLYING FOR
YOUR PATHWAY PROGRAMME

Pathway Programmes

The Pathway Programmes are here to help you prepare, giving you the skills and knowledge you need to really succeed on an undergraduate degree in the UK. From making your choice of course to arriving at your first class, here is everything you will need to do in 9 simple steps.

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The 9 Definitive Steps

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1. Discover Newcatle

Discover Newcastle

Newcastle truly is a city that feels like home. Our perfect city, huge choice of programmes, and quality teaching will give you an unrivaled student experience.
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2. Choose Your Pathway

Choose Your Pathway

Which pathway you study depends on your chosen undergraduate degree subject area. Remember to state your target undergraduate degree in your pathway application.
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3. Check Your Eligibility And Next Steps

Check Your Eligibility And Next Steps

Considering applying? Make sure you check the entry requirements on the course page, and when you're ready to apply, click the "Apply now" button.
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6. Apply For Your Visa

Apply For Your Visa

A prerequisite for applying for your visa is receiving your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies form (CAS). You will receive an email confirmation from us when the visa application has been received. In rare circumstance, you might be asked to attend an interview.

5. Accept Your Offer

Accept Your Offer

Offers are usually issued within 48 hours. Make sure you return your acceptance forms, pay the deposit and provide bank statements.

4. Submit Your Application

You can check the application deadline and also apply online through your course's page on our website. Prepare any documents that you may need for your visa application. Don't forget to include all the supporting documents that are required.
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4. Submit Your Application

You can check the application deadline and also apply online through your course's page on our website. Remember: Read any conditions and requirements thoroughly before submitting your application. Don't forget to include all the supporting documents that are required. Prepare any documentation that you may need for your visa application.
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5. Accept Your Offer

Accept Your Offer

Offers are usually issued within 48 hours. 1. Return your acceptance forms. 2. Pay your deposit: £5,500. 3. Provide your bank statements.

6. Apply For Your Visa

Apply For Your Visa

A prerequisite for applying for your visa is receiving your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies form (CAS). You will receive an email confirmation from us when the visa application has been received. In rare circumstance, you might be asked to attend an interview.

7. Select Your Accommodation

Select Your Accommodation

Choose whether you want to apply to halls of residence or a private property. Northumbria University has over 5,000 rooms in halls of residence.
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8. Travel To The UK

Travel To The UK

Buy your plane tickets and travel to the UK! You can practice your English through by visiting the British Council website or using Babbel. Register for the airport pickup below:
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9. Enrolment

Enrolment

Once you've accepted your place and sorted your visa, you can then enrol into your course. This will be done through email.
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Had a look through the steps and want to know more? Please contact us.

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"I like the mix of cultures on campus, the facilities and the staff. The staff are really friendly and helpful, which makes me feel comfortable even though I am away from home. It’s like a home away from home, I love it here!"
Ahmed AliInternational Foundation Programme – Business
"We learn a lot about the British culture and I find this interesting because it is very different from my culture back in Kuwait."
Jani Khaled AlawadhInternational Foundation Programme – Engineering
"I absolutely love Newcastle, there is so much to do and so many students. The campus is beautiful and there are loads of facilities where I can do extra-curricular activities around my studies."
Sara Ahmed Salman Asad GhuloomInternational Foundation Programme – Business