Newcastle International College (NIC) provides international students with a pathway to the University of Newcastle through a range of programs taught in a supportive study environment.University of Newcastle is ranked in the Top 7 of Australian universities in research.NIC and the University of Newcastle offer some of the most affordable fees in New South Wales. Newcastle has a lower cost of living than most capital cities in Australia.Newcastle has been rated as one of the Top 10 most liveable cities in the world by the Lonely Planet Guide. Students study on a large and environmentally –friendly university campus with easy access to libraries, sports facilities (including an Olympic size pool) and some of the best teaching facilities in the country.Students can apply directly to NIC and receive a packaged offer to include any combination of ELICOS, Certificate IV Tertiary Preparation Program, Diploma and Degree.