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Student Recruitment



The Student Recruitment team provides a link between the University and schools/colleges and individuals. We offer guidance, support and information to help students make informed choices about HigherStudent Recruitment Education. 

Northumbria University is an active member of the Aimhigher Tyne, Wear & Northumberland partnership, offering Aimhigher learners from schools, colleges and academies across the partnership a chance to discover more about the opportunities within higher education by delivering campus visits, masterclasses, summer schools and the associates scheme.

Please visit the relevant teams for more information:

Pre 16 Team

Our main objective within Student Recruitment is widening participation of students into entering higher education. We target the different age groups ranging from Year 6 through to Year 11, offering pupils a first insight into higher education and university life.

read more about the pre 16 team 

 
16 - 19 Team

The focus of the 16-19 team is to ensure that students are able to make well informed decisions regarding their Higher Education choices. We work with students, their parents/carers, teachers and advisers, offering support and guidance through the decsion making and application process.

read more about the 16 - 19 team





Return To Learning Service


Whatever level or stage you are at, we have a starting point for you. At Northumbria University the Return to Learning Service offers information, advice and guidance for potential mature students.

read more about the RTL Service






Students into Schools

Students into Schools (SIS)


Students into Schools is part of the Student Recruitment Team and is aimed at current university students who are interested in gaining academic credit whilst undertaking a placement in  a school, college or  community learning environment.

read more about SIS