Newcastle University is a public research university located in Newcastle upon Tyne in the North East of England. Founded in 1963, Newcastle University has a student population of about 23,800. Despite the large number of students, the university develops a strong sense of community with its over 200 societies and sports teams giving students the opportunity to get involved on campus and build friendships in a smaller and more interactive setting. In fact, international students have reported a 93% satisfaction rate during their period of study at the University. Newcastle's main campus occupies over 50 acres just a short walk from the heart of the city.