Overview
Enriched in history, Queen’s University Belfast celebrated 150 years in 2022 and is a
member of the Russell Group, the Association of Commonwealth Universities, and others. The Times Higher Education
World University Rankings ranked Queen’s 200 in the world in 2021. The 2020 QS World University Rankings included 14
subjects offered by this educational institution among the top 200 worldwide. Four of the subjects on this list are in
the Top
100 ranked by QS World Rankings in 2019.
The QS Graduate Employability Rankings in 2020 ranked the educational institute among
the top 140 in the world. Queen’s successfully earned the 21st position for international outlook in the 2021 Times
Higher Education World University Rankings, showing the university’s support for international students. The
university currently has over 2,600 students from 85 countries worldwide.
History
With students from 85+ countries, 3,500 staff members, and over 100K graduated from
around the world, Queen’s University Belfast has made its way to becoming one of the world’s leading educational
institutions, especially in regards to research.Queen’s University Belfast, known among faculty, students, and
alumni as Queen’s or QUB, has found its way to academic and research excellence over 175 years.
Steeped in heritage, the educational institution has a history embedded in the Belfast
Academic Institution (founded in 1810). From there, the university found its roots as Queen’s College, Belfast, when
it was it was chartered in 1845 and opened its doors to provide higher education four years later with 195 students
attending and 23 professors.
Queen’s University Belfast, the ninth oldest university in the UK, became an independent
university in 1908. With an unwavering focus on pursuing research across various subjects, Queen’s has become a member
of the Russell
Group with 24,000 UK, EU, and international students thriving in its academic, research, and social
offerings.The educational institution is one of the prime hubs of research.
Ranked in the 8th position for research intensity in the UK by Times Higher Education,
the university has contributed to research on every scale. Queen’s obtained over £101.6 million in research grants,
contracts and awards in the 2016-2017 academic years. Leveraging the educational institution’s history of excellent
disciplinary research, Queen’s University Belfast has developed four research institutes that engage in different
research formats in healthcare, food safety, cybersecurity, and global peace, security and justice.
In Queen’s Quarters in Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, Queen’s University
Belfast offers students an opportunity to experience the capital’s city life and natural beauty. Apart from other
campuses, parks, nightlife, and architecture within the city, there is much to explore outside its boundaries.
To match the natural and architectural beauty surrounding Belfast and to meet its goal
of providing students access to state-of-the-art facilities, Queen’s University Belfast invested over £700 million to
develop the McClay Library, the School of Law, and the Wellcome-Wolfson Institue for Experimental Medicine along with
adding a new Computer Science Building and Student Centre
Location
Belfast, the capital city of Northern Ireland (which is a part of the United Kingdom),
is home to Queen’s University. “Europe’s friendliest — and trendiest — regional metropolis” and “one of today’s most
trendy destinations to visit or reside” are how the international press has defined Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Nearly a third of Northern Ireland’s population resides in Belfast, and the city is conveniently accessible via air thanks to its proximity to two airports. There are up to 35 flights a day taking roughly an hour from London’s five airports to Belfast, where most overseas students will arrive.
Students Statistics
Ranking & Achievements
When it comes to legal education, Queen’s University Belfast is among the best in the
country; in fact, it is currently listed by both the UK’s leading law school ranking (Complete University Guide 2023)
and the world’s top 150 law school rankings (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022).
Regarding agriculture, veterinary, and food science, Queen’s University Belfast’s research ranks first in the United Kingdom; for health and biomedical sciences, it ranks fourth; and for law, it ranks eighth. 96% of Queen’s research is classified as “world-leading” or “internationally excellent.”
Faculties
Fees & Scholarships
Courses
Foundation
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
Research/PhD
Pre-Sessional
Accommodations
While campus accommodations are at a short distance, Queen’s new city centre
accommodation is right in the hub of Belfast’s active social life. Students don’t need to worry about safety as
Belfast is considered one of the safest regions in Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom by UK Crime Surveys in
2018/2019.
Queen’s University Belfast provides student accommodation at Elms BT1 and BT2 in the
city center. Applauded for quality, these accommodations are at a 15-minute distance from Queen’s campus and 10
minutes from Victoria Square, Belfast’s retail hub. Students can choose an En-suite room or a self-contained studio at
the cost of £124 and £149 per week, respectively.
Transports
With the student accommodation located in the city centre, Belfast is most conveniently seen on foot or on a bike. Even if students don’t take residence in university accommodations, they can get to the campus on foot within 10 minutes. To travel beyond the campus, the Belfast Bikes scheme is convenient and easy to find around town. Public transport through buses and trains is also easy as they offer student discounts. From Queen’s University Belfast’s campus, students can walk to the Botanic train station. Also, Uber and local taxi services such as Value Cabs can also be used.
FAQ’s
Is Queen’s University Belfast good for international students?
Queen’s University Belfast is a good choice for international students because of
its reputation, diversity, academic programmes, location, and support services for students from all over the
world.
How hard is it to get into Queen’s University Belfast?
Getting into Queen’s University Belfast can be quite competitive, the acceptance rate is 30%, but it ultimately
depends on the programme you are applying for, your academic qualifications.
Is Queens Belfast a good university?
Queen’s University Belfast is a good university with a strong academic reputation,
research excellence, a rich student experience, and international recognition. It is a great choice for students
looking for a high-quality education in a supportive and diverse environment.
What GPA is required for Queens?
The applicant’s most recent 48.0 QE units will be used to determine their
cumulative GPA, and a minimum of 2.7/4.3 (B-) is required.
Can international students work in Belfast?
Working in the UK is permissible for students who have been granted this privilege
and who are engaged in a full-time programme of study. You will be permitted to work 10 or 20 hours per week during
term time and full-time during vacation periods, depending on your programme of study.
Is Belfast a good place to live?
It truly deserves the title as the happiest place to call home in the United
Kingdom. Seventy-seven percent of Northern Irish residents also report having a strong sense of community. Only six
cities in the United Kingdom made it onto a list of 231 places across the world with a high quality of life, one of
which was Belfast.
