Newcastle, on the River Tyne, is the heart of north-east England, with its bridges, lively nightlife and friendly people known as 'Geordies'. With two large universities and low living costs, it is a city students love.
Ask NGGlobal's advisers about the current language school options in Newcastle. Preparation programs at Newcastle University and Northumbria University are among the options.
Short programs last 1-4 weeks, while long-term programs run from 12 weeks to a year. Most schools use a system of 8-12 levels, and on an intensive course you should allow about 4-8 weeks per level.
Language school fees in Newcastle depend on course intensity, the type of school and the length of your booking. The weekly price falls for longer bookings, and extra discounts apply for early bookings and promotions. Applying through NGGlobal lets you compare the schools' current offers in one place.
Language schools do not require a diploma or any prior knowledge of the language. After you complete the enrolment form and pay the deposit, the school sends you a confirmation. For programs that need a student visa, the licensed school issues a CAS for your visa application.
For short courses, booking 4-6 weeks ahead is enough. Because visa appointments and paperwork take time, we recommend that students applying from Turkey plan at least 2-3 months ahead. Schools may close for 1-2 weeks over Christmas and New Year.
Turkish citizens need a visa to enter the UK. A Standard Visitor visa is enough for language courses of up to 6 months, and English courses of 6-11 months can be taken on a Short-term Study visa. Applications are made through visa application centres in Turkey.
Most language students do not have the right to work, so plan your budget without relying on income from work. If you plan language study as the first step towards a UK university, part-time work becomes possible during your degree.
Student residences and shared houses are common in Newcastle; as a university city, demand rises at the start of the academic year, so book early.
Living costs in Newcastle are lower than in London and the south of England, and rent and daily costs suit a student budget.
The Tyne and Wear Metro, buses and trains cover the area, and the centre is easy to walk.
Newcastle has a mild but cool climate, with colder, wetter winters than the south and mild summers.
Direct flights from Istanbul to London Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW) and Stansted (STN) take about 4 hours; the train from London takes about 3 hours.
Newcastle is 3 hours behind Turkey in winter and 2 hours behind while British Summer Time applies (late March to late October).
NGGlobal advisers give students planning a language course in Newcastle free support with comparing schools, price quotes, accommodation and visa documents.
About 1.5 hours by train.
Geordie is the name for people from Newcastle and the surrounding area, and for their distinctive accent.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
Working is not allowed on visitor or short-term study visas; work rights exist only on certain Student visa programs, for limited hours.
A Standard Visitor visa covers courses of up to 6 months, and a Short-term Study visa covers English courses of 6-11 months.
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