Newcastle Upon Tyne, a city known for its vibrant cultural life, is home to Northumbria University and nearly 30,000 students studying in 500 undergraduate and graduate programs. The very modern campus has wireless Internet throughout, single residence halls, and athletic facilities. Instruction is delivered via lectures, workshops, and tutorials The British Colloquium course, a requirement for full time visiting students, covers the history and culture of Britain and includes regular cultural excursions.