{"id":1743,"date":"2022-05-15T12:10:12","date_gmt":"2022-05-15T11:10:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.ncl.ac.uk\/bns\/?p=1743"},"modified":"2022-06-21T01:14:34","modified_gmt":"2022-06-21T00:14:34","slug":"best-kept-student-study-spots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.ncl.ac.uk\/bns\/best-kept-student-study-spots\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Kept Student Study Spots"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As a prospective or 1st<\/sup> year student, or even a 2nd<\/sup> year who\u2019s had the joy of online teaching for the majority of your university experience, then this post is for you! With the help of some friends and fellow blog interns, I\u2019ve come up with a few of the best study spots in Newcastle. Whilst you may have heard of some of these, there are some hidden gems that I\u2019ve discovered that I\u2019m kindly sharing with the rest of the student cohort\u2026so please don\u2019t swarm my favourite study spots all at once!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Central Bean:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I never realised this caf\u00e9 existed until my friend and I headed here for some anatomy revision earlier this semester, and now it\u2019s our go-to spot! It\u2019s not too \u2018studenty\u2019, as it\u2019s about 15 minutes from campus, so it\u2019s always quiet and there\u2019s always room, and if you like a study snack then the sandwiches are great and very reasonably priced! Only downside is that the tables are a little small for group study, but heading here for a solo study session is perfect! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time central, Gallowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4SN. Open 7:30-4pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Central Bean<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Hub \u2013 2nd<\/sup> floor students union<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This modern study hub is perfect for those gaps between lectures when you want to get some work done but time limits you to staying on campus. This spot has lots of computers, private study pods and nice views across campus at the right time of day. It\u2019s super quiet so you\u2019re guaranteed to get in the zone here. Plus the co-op and Luther\u2019s bar are just downstairs when it\u2019s time for a study break or end of the day drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

King’s Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8QB. Open 8:30-4:30pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caf\u00e9 Nero<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This one\u2019s a bit obvious BUT hear me out. There are 4 on\/near Northumberland Street so you never have to walk far from campus, and if you\u2019re with O2 you get a free drink every week. How is that not appealing?! It\u2019s a good place to go if you like working with some background noise and it opens super early if you like to get ahead of the curb on your study for the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Addresses and opening times vary for each cafe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Walton Library Medical Building<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I love this library a lot. It\u2019s an obvious choice being in the medical building, but there are lots of pros. From private study rooms to collaborative areas, silent study and the caf\u00e9, there is always room to sit and work or chat no matter the time of day. It opens early and closes late so it\u2019s a good choice for long-haul study sessions, and the 5th<\/sup> floor views are lovely! That being said, be prepared to wait a while for the lift if you don\u2019t want to tackle the stairs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5th Floor, Medical School, Catherine Cookson Building, Walton Library, Framlington Pl, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4HH. Open 8:30-10pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Walton Library<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Journey Caf\u00e9 Bar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a great spot for meetings or collaborative study as there\u2019s a very \u2018worky\u2019 vibe, the tables are spacious and there are lots of plug sockets. Whilst the drinks are lovely, it\u2019s a little pricier but worth it for the study environment. However, it opens at 12 and turns into a bar later in the evening, so depending on your study schedule you may want to switch spots half way through!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7-9, Higham House, New Bridge St W, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8AN. Open 12-10pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Dame Margret Barbour Building<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Only just opened in January 2020, this whole building feels bright and modern yet quiet and calm – so is the perfect study spot when you want a nice back drop! There\u2019s a collaborative study on the ground floor, and more study spaces on the 2nd<\/sup> and 3rd<\/sup>, as well as private study rooms, so there\u2019s always space. It\u2019s at the top of the campus next to the gym so is easily accessible for students in the BNS school. Unfortunately, there\u2019s no food and drink here, bar a few dodgy vending machines, so I advise you bring snacks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dame Margaret Barbour Building, Wallace St, Richardson Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4DR. Open 8-6pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dame Margaret Barbour Building <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Flat Caps Coffee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flat Caps is a little bit out of the way but that’s what makes it all the better as not many people know about it! It has a cosy vibe, decorated with hanging plants and fairy lights, and the food is amazing. It’s gets busy around lunch time but if you’ve bagged a spot then you’re good to work away until your hearts content, either studying solo or for with your buddies!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9, 11 Carliol Square, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6UF. Open 8-4pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Flat Caps Coffee<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

I know some of us like to keep our study spots secret\u2026but if you have any new discoveries or suggestions you\u2019d like to recommend to fellow students then get in touch and we can add your favourite study spots to our post!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

As a prospective or 1st year student, or even a 2nd year who\u2019s had the joy of online teaching for the majority of your university experience, then this post is for you! With the help of some friends and fellow blog interns, I\u2019ve come up with a few of the best study spots in Newcastle. … <\/p>\n

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