The University of Newcastle, informally known as Newcastle University, is a public university in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. Deakin University is a public university in Victoria, Australia.
| University of Newcastle | Deakin University | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 4.5 Out of 10 | 4.6 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 173 QS World University 2024 # 201 Times Higher Education 2024 # 192 QS World University 2023 | # 233 QS World University 2024 # 251 Times Higher Education 2024 # 218 US News 2023 |
| Subject Strength | # 201 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 162 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 176 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 | # 126 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 243 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 201 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -102 PG Programs -35 | UG Programs -106 PG Programs -60 Doctorate Programs -5 |
| Acceptance Rate | 85.0 % | 79.8 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT - 550 IELTS - 6 PTE - 57 TOEFL - 60 | GMAT - 500 GRE updated - 291 IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 58 TOEFL - 70 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 26844 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 25200 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 28774 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 20286 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 26496 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 27842 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Master: $88,000 | Graduate Employability Ranking- #271; Highest paid degrees- MBA (131,000 USD); Masters (93,000 USD); Masters in Finance (88,000 USD); Bachelor (87,000 USD); Bachelor of Science (84,000 USD). |
| application requirements | Work experience may be required for various universities. | award certificates; academic transcripts; formal identity papers (e.g. your passport); CVs; Personal Statement; Proof of English proficiency. |
| Campuses and B-Schools | NA | Deakin Business School |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.6/10 Read 5 reviews | 7.7/10 Read 32 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Newcastle | Deakin University |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1951 | 1974 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 21:1 | 30:1 |
| Male:Female | 55% Male, 45% Female | 58% Male, 42% Female |
| Location Facts | The main campus is located in central coast and port Macquarie. The campuses are located in bushland environment with a picturesque backdrop for outdoor studies and eclectic art scenes. | Campuses located in Melbourne's Burwood suburb, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront and Warrnambool, as well as the online Cloud Campus; the Largest campus is in Burnwood located 45 minutes by tram from the Melbourne CBD |
| Library | There are 7 university libraries and 4 partner libraries, the largest of these is Auchmuty Library. Apart from the general collection, these libraries have traditional collections, rare books, and archive collections. The Huxley library supports collection for a number of schools of the university. | Online Collections of over 970,000 resources: 636,845 e-books; 201,666 e-journals; 577 online databases; 73,693 streaming audio; 116,828 streaming video; 96,424 records in Deakin Research Online; 18,003 Open Access records in Deakin Research Online. Physical Collections of over 815,000 resources: 694,960 books; 2,885 print journals; 97,247 items in special collections; 17,854 DVDs and videos; Extensive microform collection. |
| Campus Life | Chose to indulge in over 150 clubs and societies, and number other student activities like volunteering, events & entertainment and more. It has 6 sporting ovals at Newcastle campus. Fitness and wellbeing are catered through gyms, aquatic center, and squash court. Enjoy on-campus dining with cafes, bars, and restaurants offering multicuisine dining. Wattspace gallery is run by students and holds various exhibitions. | 120 clubs and societies; Deakin sports club that include Deakin Burwood Basketball Association, Deakin University Football and Netball Club (Sharks) & Sharks Players United, and Deakin Snow Riders (DSR); Deakin University Student Association (DUSA); gyms, fitness classes, basketball courts & sports ovals |
| Hostel | #Studio Room - $10620 #Single Studio Room - $11158 #Shared Apartment - $6996 | #Single Bedroom - $11696 #Shared Bedroom - $16146 |
| Famous Alumni | John Doyle (Actor), Gary Quinlan (Australian Diplomat), Khaw Boon Wan (MP of Singapore), Taylor Martin (Australian Martin), Sandra Eades (Physician), Scott Beavan (Australian Radio Presenter), Susie Porter (TV Actor), John Hughes (Australian Writer), Tim Robards (Actor), Russell Blackwood (Writer), Clare Collins (dietician), etc. | Anurag Singh (Indian film director); Leigh Peta Sales (Australian Journalist); Stella Young (Australian Comedian); Benjamin James Graham (Former Australian Rule Footballer); Rodger Corser (Australian Actor); Michael Klinger (Australian Cricketer); James William Kilgore (American Activist) |
| City Life | Newcastle is a two-hour drive from Sydney and is located in the eastern state of New South Wales. It harbors glorious beaches and is the gateway to hunter valley. Offers a variety of breakfast, fine dining, coffee options, restaurants, and pubs. Shop around Newcastle City farmers market or Hunter and Gather markets. Surfing is one of the most sought after sport. Attend annual hot air ballon festival. Last reported unemployment rate of the city (2018) was 4.0% | Located in Geelong, southwest of Melbourne; 2nd largest city in Victoria; 2nd fastest city in Australia; Major employers: Ford Motor Company, Avalon Airport. Target Australia; Shell oil refinery; etc.; Popular tourist attractions include Buckley Falls; - Curlewis Golf Club; Market Square; Point Lonsdale Lighthouse; Queenscliffe Maritime Museum; Geelong Art Gallery; Ozone shipwreck, etc. |
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