International Year One in Engineering
Newcastle University International Study Centre
What is the International Year One in Engineering?
The International Year One in Engineering is a pathway programme that prepares international students to enter Year 2 of a BEng (Hons) Engineering degree at Newcastle University in the UK.
The programme combines:
- first-year engineering modules
- academic English classes
- study skills and project work
- practical laboratory experience.
Students who meet the required grades continue directly to Year 2 of an engineering degree at Newcastle University.
Combined pathway and degree (iCAS) options
Some students may qualify for the iCAS (integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) option. This allows the pathway programme and degree to be combined in a single study plan, on the same visa, simplifying the process for international students.
Key Information
- Programme: International Year One in Engineering.
- Location: Newcastle University International Study Centre, Newcastle, UK.
- Leads to: Year 2 of a BEng (Hons) Engineering degree at Newcastle University’s School of Engineering.
- Specialisation options: Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
Why study engineering at Newcastle University?
- A strong reputation in multiple engineering disciplines: world top 150 for Civil Engineering and world top 200 for Electrical and Electronic Engineering (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).
- Practical engineering facilities: oscilloscopes, Rasperry Pi programming kits, electronics laboratories, engineering testing equipment.
- Accredited engineering degrees recognised by professional bodies: Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Engineering and Technology, Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
Disclaimer: We make all reasonable efforts to provide the programmes, services and facilities described. However, changes may be necessary in times of significant disruption. More information about when we may make changes – and your rights if we do – is here.
Age Requirement
17
All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the program.Academic Requirements
Minimum equivalent of Grade C in A level Maths or IB HL4 Maths.English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing and 4.0 in all other subskills) or equivalent.iCAS
If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – programme. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.
Apply for one of our iCAS programs
Academic Year 2025/26
25th June 2026 - 18th June 2027
- Term 1: 25th June 2026 - 4th September 2026
- Term 2: 21st September 2026 - 11th December 2026
- Term 3: 4th January 2027 - 19th March 2027
- Term 4: 5th April 2027 - 18th June 2027
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 29,200.00
Enrolment fee (Compulsory)
£ 275.00
Textbooks (Compulsory)
£ 295.00 - 360.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 575.00
Approximate cost
£ 30,345.00 - 30,410.00
The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, programme length and choice of accommodation.
Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this programme for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this programme may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.
All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.
Core modules
Credit Units
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= Placement option availableA
= Study abroad option availableAfter successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree. Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.
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