Want to go to university in North East England?
Planning to apply to uni in North Eastern England? The region is home to five universities and features cities and towns including Durham, Newcastle and Middlesborough. The region has a lot of local landmarks including Durham Cathedral, the Angel of the North, Bamburgh Castle and Hadrian's Wall, offering lots of history and culture to check out during your studies. The cities and towns in this region also offer students a host of different restaurants and cafes, and there's also plenty of options for partying and dancing across the region. Read our guides to the North East to learn more about what it has to offer, the cost of living and the top unis in the area.
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Thinking about heading to North East England for uni but want to know what you can expect from the region? Our student guide is here to help fill in the gaps!
16 Jul 2026
North East England not convinced you it's the ideal place to study yet? Let us fix that.
15 Jul 2026
If you're going to be studying at one of the unis on offer in the North East, our list of the top 10 student things to do across the region will keep you busy – at least, for a bit!
14 Jul 2026
The second largest settlement in the North East of England, Sunderland has a lot to offer students. If you’re thinking about studying in Sunderland, here are our top 10 student things to do in the city.
13 Jul 2026
If you’re planning on going to uni in Durham, you’ll want to know what the top things to do for students in Durham are. Read our guide to learn more about the top things to do in the city.
12 Jul 2026
Planning to go to uni in Sunderland? We’ve got 11 reasons why you’ll have a great time studying here.
09 Jul 2026
If you're going to study in North East England, our list of the top unis in the area is perfect to help you pick your ideal uni.
30 Jun 2026
If Durham is on your list of potential uni cities, our guide is here to cover all the important questions you'll be asking about the city, from accommodation to nightlife!
16 Jun 2026
Sunderland is an excellent place to study and offers a great blend of city and seaside living. Read our guide to find out more about life on Britain's northeast coast, and how to best enjoy the experience on a student budget.
15 Jun 2026
If Durham is somewhere you're considering studying, you're probably wondering what the cost of living is like in the city. Never fear – we've got all the info you need.
13 May 2026
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