What on earth do the detractors of Newcastle have to substantiate their opinions?
I went to the Open Day - with an open mind. I was impressed. Talked to the Admissions tutor (very nice) and many others, then and since.
* Seems an excellent course, well managed. Cosy, I'd say ... not too big.
* Gets good student satisfaction scores - and that is a well managed survey.
* Newcastle ask for 3 As, so you will be hardly a duck out of water with 4 As. I didn't know Newcastle, but I liked the town. Big investments of late.