Queen’s University Belfast was established by the Royal Charter in 1845 as Queen’s College, which makes it the UK’s ninth oldest highest education institution. In 1908, it became a full university. Today, Queen’s University is a member of the Russell Group and a recognized centre of education and research. Times Higher Education named it 8th in the UK for research intensity. The university is split into three faculties and 15 schools.
Queen’s University is known for its strong emphasis on employability. It runs the Degree Plus programme that recognizes work experience and extracurricular activities as part of a degree. It also organizes a number of career workshops where students can network with alumni and employers.
The university takes pride in its global impact. More than 15% of its 24,500 students come from outside the UK. It also has connections with 250 international universities, the strongest ones with counterparts in the USA, Malaysia, China, and India, as well as over 3,000 businesses around the globe.
The university established a number of scholarships for international students worth £1.5 million in total. It has up to 50% discounts for families attending the Early Bird Reward, Queen’s Loyalty Scholarships, scholarships for INTO students, as well as country-specific awards. Along with that, it offers industry-sponsored awards and prizes from Big Four companies.
Quick Facts
Student Body
Gender Balance
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Belfast City Hall. View from Linenhall Street.
Overview
The university’s main campus sits next to the centre of Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland. The campuses of its St Mary’s and Stranmills colleges are situated in the west and southwest of Belfast.
Queen’s University provisions accommodation for under- and postgraduate students, although many local students prefer to commute from home. ElmsVillage, the purpose-built hall of residence located nearby the teaching buildings, provides its own bar and shops. There are also accommodations in CollegeGardens and MountCharles located in South Belfast.
Subject Areas
Arts, English and Languages
Biological Sciences
Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics
Law
Management School
Mathematics and Physics
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences
Natural and Built Environment
Nursing and Midwifery
Pharmacy
Psychology
Social Sciences, Education and Social Work
