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Newcastle offers the perfect blend of coastal beauty, urban convenience, and a thriving community. Whether you're relocating for work, study, or a lifestyle change, Newcastle provides an unbeatable quality of life with stunning beaches, a vibrant arts scene, and a growing economy.
A compact and connected city, with easy access to schools, amenities and workplaces, meaning you can achieve a better work/life balance with ease. Our housing is more affordable than other Australian cities and our community is warm and welcoming.
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Newcastle is home to a diverse student population, making it a hub of creativity, innovation, and collaboration. With a strong presence of both domestic and international students, you'll be part of a vibrant community of learners who share your passion for education.
The City of Newcastle work closely with University of Newcastle, TAFE NSW and International College for students under an Ambassador Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that helps further support the international student experience of living, working and studying in Newcastle.
Compared to Sydney and other major cities, Newcastle offers a more affordable lifestyle. With a lower cost of rent, transport, and general living expenses, Newcastle is an attractive option for students looking to stretch their budget further without compromising on quality of life.
A Top 200 University
With several campuses throughout the region, The University of Newcastle is one of the Top 200 universities in the world, and the number one university in Australia for industry collaboration.
Hands-on education
Newcastle is also home to over five TAFE campuses scattered throughout the region, offering apprenticeships, traineeships, short courses and education opportunities in a number of industries.
Quality education
Newcastle offers a wealth of diverse private and public schools throughout the region, including the Hunter School of the Performing Arts, Hunter Sports High, Newcastle Grammar and St Francis Xavier's College.
Performing Arts
Considering our culture of creativity and innovation, it’s no surprise we’re also home to many theatre groups, classes and facilities, such as the University of Newcastle's Conservatorium of Music.
Newcastle has seen significant growth in its economy, with thriving industries such as healthcare, education, technology, creative arts, and manufacturing. This means that there are plenty of job opportunities for graduates, both during and after their studies. The strong industry connections of local universities and TAFE institutions also provide students with valuable networking opportunities that can lead to exciting career pathways.
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Source: Numbeo Cost of Living. Last updated Nov 2025.
*Based on 1 bedroom apartments in the city centre per sqm
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