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Master's degree, Engineering and architecture. Northumbria University - Newcastle, Newcastle, North East, United Kingdom.
Master of Science - Microelectronic and Communications Engineering (18 month) is a master's degree program in engineering and architecture at Northumbria University - Newcastle, a public institution in Newcastle, North East, United Kingdom, founded in 1969.
First-year tuition is listed at 20,950 GBP and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027.
Applications to Northumbria University - Newcastle typically receive a decision in 1 day and 23 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 34,582 GBP for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. UKVI sets a monthly maintenance amount that differs for London and the rest of the UK, plus the tuition fee for the first year, up to a cap. You must also pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge. Amounts are updated by the UK government, so read the money section of the official guidance before you apply.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 20,950 GBP |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 13,632 GBP |
| Application fee (one time) | Free |
| Estimated first-year total | 34,582 GBP |
Our directory lists 788 master's degree programs in engineering and architecture at 74 schools in the United Kingdom. Their median first-year tuition is 19,500 GBP, and the middle half cost between 17,800 GBP and 26,450 GBP.
At 20,950 GBP, Master of Science - Microelectronic and Communications Engineering (18 month) is 7% above the median, in the middle of the range. The full range runs from 8,595 GBP to 36,800 GBP.
If budget matters, these master's degree programs in engineering and architecture have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United Kingdom.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Term International Incorporated Masters (IIM) - Continue to Master of Science - Engineering Management | University of Bradford International College, Bradford | 8,595 GBP |
| Master of Science - Aerospace Engineering (with Advanced Practice) (January Intake) | Teesside University, Middlesbrough | 10,000 GBP |
| Master of Engineering (Honours) - Electronic and Electrical Engineering | University of Chester - Exton Park (Parkgate Road) Campus, Chester, Chester | 12,950 GBP |
| Master of Engineering - Aeronautical Engineering | University of South Wales - Treforest, Pontypridd | 13,800 GBP |
| Master of Science (Honours) - Music Engineering and Production | University of South Wales - Cardiff, Pontypridd | 14,300 GBP |
| Integrated Masters - Master of Engineering - Electrical and Electronic Engineering (H611) | Glasgow Caledonian University - Glasgow, Glasgow | 15,200 GBP |
Working back from a Jan 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September or October is the main intake for most courses, with a January or February intake for some. Visa applications can be made within a set window before the course start date.
| By | Step |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| May 2026 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| July 2026 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| September 2026 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| December 2026 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
Northumbria University - Newcastle sets the exact entry requirements for Master of Science - Microelectronic and Communications Engineering (18 month). For a master's degree, applicants usually need the following.
Universities accept a range of tests and some accept alternative evidence. For the visa itself you may need an approved English test result or confirmation from the sponsor. Check what your sponsor will accept before booking a test.
Students from India need a Student visa (Student route) to study in the United Kingdom. UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) decides the application.
The UK Student visa is sponsored by a licensed university or college through a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). The route is points based and document heavy: funds, English language and sponsor details must all match the rules in force on the day you apply.
Eligible graduates may apply for the Graduate route, which allows time in the UK to work or look for work. The length of stay and conditions have been under review, so use the current GOV.UK page and not older figures.
First-year tuition is listed at 20,950 GBP. Living costs are extra; Northumbria University - Newcastle estimates 13,632 GBP a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
This program lists no application fee.
The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a master's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.
You need a Student visa (Student route), decided by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Northumbria University - Newcastle, then help with the visa. The first call is free.
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