Universities

Durham University

Founded in 1832, Durham is a world class university offering academic excellence. In 2006/07 Durham University was placed 8th in the Sunday Times Guide to UK Universities and in 2005/06 was awarded University of the Year. The University offers over 200 programmes of undergraduate study and many departments have been rated “excellent” by the Quality Assurance Agency.

Newcastle University

Newcastle University is one of the most popular in the UK experiencing a 40% increase in applications since 2003. The University prides itself on the quality of its teaching in over 200 undergraduate degree programmes. The quality of this teaching has been endorsed by the Quality Assurance Agency, employers and the students themselves in the 2005 National Student Survey.

Northumbria University

Northumbria University is a modern University situated in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne. In 2005 it was named best new university by The Times Good University Guide. The university offers a broad range of courses in a variety of different subject areas, all of which were awarded a minimum of 20 out of 24 points by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) when assessed.

University of Sunderland

The University of Sunderland is a dynamic, modern university with high standards of teaching and research and a growing reputation as the university for enterprise, employment and opportunity.

Teesside University

The University of Teesside is a dynamic modern university dedicated to delivering quality programmes of study; demonstrating a commitment to social inclusion and widening participation; and contributing to the success of the community it serves.