Queen's University Belfast
Founded by Royal Charter in 1845, Queen’s University Belfast is the 9th oldest UK university. With over 23,000 students including 1,700 international students from over 80 countries, they have invested almost £350 million to provide exceptional facilities for students and staff. Among the top 1% of global universities, QUB are a member of the Russell Group, firmly placing them amongst other elite UK universities dedicated to research and providing an outstanding teaching and learning experience.
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By choosing Queen’s, you are choosing to join us on a journey of world-class education and research that aims to have a positive global impact on society. Plus, you will be studying at a university that is ranked in the top 1 per cent in the world.
Open Days
Throughout the year our faculties and schools host numerous events where you can take the opportunity to talk with our academics and learn more about specific subject areas.
To find out when the next Open Day is, take a look at the Open Day calendar here.
Student Guide
Want to know more about studying at Queen’s or what life is really like in Belfast? Find out from the students experiencing it for themselves.
Life in Belfast
Belfast is renowned for its warm welcome, so wherever you drop into for a bite to eat, drink or chat you’ll be made to feel at home. Belfast is a modern capital city, welcoming, easy to get around and an affordable place in which to live and study. As Belfast flourishes as a global food, culture, arts and shopping destination, Queen’s is at the social and cultural heart of the city.
Cost Comparison
Did you know that Northern Ireland has the lowest student cost of living in the UK? (Which? University, 2018)
See how Queen’s compares with other Universities in key costs, including accommodation, weekly household bills, travel expenses and tuition fees.
Scholarships
We believe in rewarding hard work and excellence. Each year, we offer a range of scholarships and prizes for new students. Our fantastic scholarship opportunities can help ease financial stress and enable you to achieve your academic ambitions. Most of all, a prestigious Queen’s Scholarship is a reward in itself; recognising student excellence within a top Russell Group university.
Accommodation
Studying at Queen’s is a fantastic experience. It’s even better when you know you’re living somewhere safe, comfortable and affordable. We can offer you the all-important space to live and enjoy undergraduate life to the full.
Queen’s currently has over 3,400 places in our student accommodation, which means you can take advantage of the most affordable purpose-built student accommodation in the city while undertaking a world-class education and making friends for life.
Where we are
All major UK cities are within an hours flying time of Belfast* and Dublin is just a couple of hours drive away.
Belfast has two airports and great transport links from both Dublin and all major ports. The University Main site is well served by public transport, especially buses. The Belfast Bikes scheme has very reasonable membership, enabling students to collect a bike from a docking station and leave it somewhere else in time. and we have two docking stations on campus. Several major bus routes pass by the Queen’s campus on a regular basis, for transport to the rest of Belfast and beyond.
Virtual Tour
Fancy a look around? Explore campus, view accommodation or discover Belfast with our Virtual Tour.
Featured Societies
Amnesty International Society
This is the only Amnesty International student branch in Northern Ireland. They exist to promote the work, ambitions, and values of Amnesty International.
Chess Society
Players of all abilities are welcome. They hold club nights and friendly competitions. Players also compete regularly in tournaments hosted by the Ulster Chess Union and Irish Chess Union.
Dragonslayers Society
This is the official Gaming and Anime society of the University. They provide a forum to satisfy the needs of gamers and offer a venue to enjoy members’ chosen games.
Lacrosse Society
This is a fast paced team sport and this society plays in the Irish Lacrosse league. The main season runs from October to February.
Skydiving Society
Queens Skydiving Club has been around for many years and they regularly jump at the only dropzone in Northern Ireland, the Wild Geese Skydiving Centre. They offer discounted training and ticket prices to all students of Queens University Belfast, with associate membership to students from other Universities.
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Phone number:
+44 (0)28 9024 5133
Mailing address:
Queen's University Belfast
University Road
Belfast
Northern Ireland
BT7 1NN
