Queen's University Belfast (QUB), established in 1845 and granting independent university status in 1908, is a leading research-intensive institution in the UK and Ireland. It's a member of the Russell Group, a grouping of UK research-intensive universities.
| Motto / Slogan | For so much, what shall we give back? |
| Colour | Blue, green and black |
| Founded | 1810 |
| Location | Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom |
| Address | University Road, Belfast Northern Ireland, BT7 1NN |
Queen's University Belfast's overall mission statement focuses on providing a transformative education and student experience, fostering a creative and inclusive culture, and enhancing its international reputation as a world-class research and educational institution.
Queen's University Belfast's vision statement is to be a world-class international university that focuses on outstanding students and staff, world-class facilities, leading-edge education and research, and the needs of society.
Queen's University Belfast's key objectives include generating internationally leading research, delivering a transformative student experience, broadening access to higher education, innovating teaching and learning, and making a positive global impact.
Queen’s offers a range of generous scholarships for international students for all levels of study and a very attractive GB Scholarship. We understand that choosing to study away from home is a big financial commitment so we offer a range of scholarships to help make the transition to Queen’s easier for you and your family.
Studying at Queen’s can open doors to the future career of your dreams. We are dedicated to preparing our students for the future and provide domestic and international students with outstanding career support. Our successful alumni show what you can achieve with a Queen’s education.
Queen’s offers an extensive programme of tailored courses designed to help you to reach your full academic potential. You will be able to access advice and guidance from an expert in English for Academic Purposes throughout your journey at Queen’s.
Get a world-class, research-led education built on over 175 years of history and heritage, where the low cost of living and range of scholarships means your money goes further. Based in the heart of Belfast, a vibrant UK capital city that is safe and easy to get around, and with excellent employment opportunities and support for your future career, Queen’s really is a place like no other.
The General Entrance Requirement can be satisfied in a number of ways as shown below.
Here at Queen’s, we have a diverse range of undergraduate courses and on the individual course pages, you will find more information about entry requirements. International students can find information on entry requirements specific to their country/region here. If English is not your first language, you must be able to demonstrate your competence in written and spoken English to benefit fully from the chosen course of study. Find out more about English language requirements.
Every programme will have general entry requirements which you must meet to be accepted.
Depending on your selected programme, professional qualifications or practical experience may also be taken into account, or in some cases, form an integral part of the entry requirements.
Typically a Second-Class Honors degree from a UK or Republic of Ireland (ROI) Higher Education Provider or an equivalent qualification deemed acceptable by the University serves as a minimum requirement for admissions to a master's degree programme. You can find the full entry requirements for our master's degrees in our Course Finder.
For your application you will need:
If you studied/are studying at a Higher Education Provider in the UK/ROI/EU, you are required to upload degree transcripts for all current or completed periods of study. If you have completed your degree, you must also upload the degree award certificate. These should be combined in one document for uploading. A research proposal is also required from MPhil/PhD/MD applicants.
International Applicants
To make sure your application is processed in the fastest possible time, you must scan and upload the following supporting documents along with your application. We may not be able to make a decision on your application until we have received all your relevant documents.
Please upload good quality scanned copies of the following:
Applications for full-time undergraduate degree programmes in the UK must be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). All students can register for the online application facility on the?UCAS website.
When completing your application, it's important to remember that universities take everything - not just your exam results - into consideration, so if you have any previous employment or life experience that is relevant, be sure to include it in your application.
For the application form, you will need to include:
Email: [email protected]
Phone : +44 (0)28 9097 3838, +44(0)2890971323
Accommodation: Find your new home in our university accommodation. We have options for you to live in a village type setting close to campus or in the city centre and affordable rooms to suit your budget and lifestyle.
Library: The McClay Library, opened in 2009, blends the best features of a traditional library with the latest technology. The building accommodates 2,200 reader spaces and houses 1.2 million volumes.
Illuminated by a multi-storey open atrium, the award-winning McClay Library includes IT training rooms, a Language Centre, library and computer support areas, and a café, alongside the University’s Special Collections and the C.S. Lewis Reading Room. By combining traditional library features with cutting-edge technology, the McClay Library creates a truly 21st-century environment for students.
The McClay Library’s construction was the most significant building project at Queen’s since the iconic Lanyon Building in 1849 and was the result of the largest single fundraising initiative in the University’s history. The building was named in honour of Sir Allen McClay, the founder of the pharmaceutical company Almac and a major benefactor of Queen’s University and the Library.
ICT: Free WiFi is available across campus and in the library, and we have over 750 PC's for students to work from.
We also have a Queen's Online Mobile App, which is the entry point to your customisable Queen's experience. You can carry your identity with you digitally, including your library access barcode. Download it today from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
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He is a strong advocate for University social responsibility, including widening participation. He leads the innovation pillar of the Belfast Region City Deal, driving innovation in key sectors for the local economy - creative industries, health innovation, data science & analytics, and advanced manufacturing. He is the past president of Universities Ireland, promoting collaboration across the island, and a member of the Research England Council and the British Council’s Education Advisory Group (EAG).
By way of background, he is a medical graduate of the University of Glasgow, with his research and clinical career in obstetrics and gynaecology. He has held senior leadership positions in several UK Universities, and was Vice President of the University of Manchester, immediately before moving to Queen’s.
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A Professor of Biomolecular Sciences within the School of Pharmacy, Lorraine’s research interests are focused on the characterisation of novel biomarkers and the development of new therapeutic strategies for chronic airways disease, with a particular focus on cystic fibrosis (CF) and chronic obstructive disease (COPD).
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My main area of research examines the response of arctic ecosystems, permafrost and global peatlands to climate change. Our planet's peatlands only occupy only ~3 per cent of the global land area but contain at least a quarter of global soil carbon — twice as much as the world's forests! Peatlands have been locking away carbon for thousands of years and helping to cool the climate. We work out the ages of a lot of peat carbon samples in the 14Chrono Centre using radiocarbon (14C) dating (see photograph).
