Newcastle University Masterplan, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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The masterplan for The University of Newcastle upon Tyne provides the opportunity to take an overview of the university's accommodation requirements and sets out proposals for the ongoing physical development of the university. The particular study being undertaken by Terry Farrell and Partners is focused on the university's central campus and its relationship with Newcastle city centre.

The relationship with the city is key to establishing a clear identity for the university. As the university seeks to attract and retain the highest calibre of staff and students, putting a 'face to the place' is critical. The masterplan makes proposals to reinforce the physical identity of the campus by creating 'four new Quadrangles' to enhance the setting of the university buildings and faculties. The identification and strengthening of pedestrian routes through the campus reinforces the relationship between the university and all of its neighbours.

Within the university campus, the concept of the Foyer building on the Barras Bridge site and the link to the Hancock Museum form a key component in the overall cultural strategy.

The proposed academic restructuring of the university brings into sharp focus the relationships between the different schools and departments and the central student and administrative support functions. The opportunities this restructuring present have been investigated with particular reference to their physical requirements. This 'inside out' approach is being supported by the Estates Department's internal team.

Newcastle University is located at the symbolic northern gateway to the city adjacent to the Civic Centre and the University of Northumbria. The strong axis of Northumberland Street and Pilgrim Street links these centres of learning and local government to all of the major cultural elements in the city centre.