• Undergraduate

  Undergraduate Entry Requirements

  The application procedure varies for undergraduate and postgraduate students, so we publish separate information for each. You'll also need to be able to provide evidence of a specified level of ability in the English language.

  The following qualifications will be considered for direct entry to our undergraduate programmes. The grades required will vary according to your chosen programme. Please check our Course Finder for detailed entry requirements.

  • Three International A-levels or 2 A-Levels plus 2 AS-Levels are required and the same grade profiles are required.  
  • Higher level diplomas and Associate degrees can be considered for entry into year one. A typical requirement would be an average grade of B (70-79%) or a GPA of 3.0 in a relevant subject.
  • We will also consider Higher Level Diplomas and Associate degrees for year 2 entry on a case-by-case basis.
  • 3 UK A Levels.
  • Between 30 and 36 points in the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB). Information on required grades.
  • The Hong Kong Diploma in Secondary Education is accepted for admission to undergraduate degree programmes:  

  A Level Requirement	HKDSE Requirement (3 electives)	HKDSE Requirement (2 electives)
  AAA	555/5*5*4	Not acceptable
  AAB	554	55 in two electives and  5,4 or above in two core subjects (normally English and Mathematics)
  ABB	544	55 in two electives and 4,4 in two core subjects (normally English and Mathematics)
  BBB	444	44 in two electives and  5,4 in two core subjects (normally English and Mathematics)
  BBC	444 (see note 3)	44 in two electives and 4,4 in two core subjects (normally English and Mathematics).
  BCC	444	44 in two electives and 4,3 in two core subjects (normally English and Mathematics)

  Notes:

  1.  Where a degree programme has subject specific requirements, such subjects must be offered among the HKDSE electives taken.

  2.  Performance in additional core subjects will be taken into consideration in borderline cases.

  3.  Where Mathematics is a course requirement both the Compulsory and Extended parts will be required, and may be offered in lieu of one of three elective subjects. If Grade A at A-level Mathematics is a course requirement, then Grade 5 in the HKDSE Compulsory part and Grade 5 in the Extended part would be required. If Grade B at A-level is specified, then a minimum of Grade 4 in the Compulsory part and Grade 4 in the Extended part would be required. Where the Mathematics results are higher, some flexibility may be exercised in terms of the grades required in the elective subjects.

  How to Apply

  Most students make their applications through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) for full-time undergraduate degree programmes at Queen’s. The UCAS application deadline for international students is 30 June 2025.

• Postgraduate

  Postgraduate Entry Requirements

  The application procedure varies for undergraduate and postgraduate students, so we publish separate information for each. You'll also need to be able to provide evidence of a specified level of ability in the English language.

  Entry to graduate diploma or taught Masters programmes usually requires either a UK upper second-class (2:1) or a lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate degree. For most courses, your major subject or content of your Bachelor degree may also be considered. Please check our Course Finder for detailed entry requirements.

  Queen’s University Belfast International Study Centre Preparation Courses

  If you are interested in Social Sciences, Finance and Management courses, but do not meet the entry requirements, you may wish to consider a Pre-Master's offered by Queen’s University Belfast International Study Centre.

  PhD Study

  Students interested in undertaking a PhD at Queen’s University need good grades in their Bachelor and Master's degree programmes (if applicable) awarded by a recognised university, in addition to a strong research proposal. Please consult the Coursefinder for details of the specific entry requirements for individual PhD programmes.

  How to Apply

  Applications for Postgraduate Taught Masters and PhD programmes must be made using the University's online application system. There is no application fee to apply for Postgraduate programmes.

  All Masters degree programmes at Queen’s begin in September each year.

  Postgraduate research programmes can begin at different times throughout the academic year. The start date has to be agreed with your PhD supervisor.

  Applications should be submitted online via the Queen's Portal for admission to the vast majority of postgraduate programmes.

  Find out more about applying for Postgraduate Taught and Postgraduate Research programmes.

• Foundation Courses

  How to Apply

  Prepare for your university degree with tailored, academic pathway programmes from Queen's University Belfast International Study Centre. You'll benefit from university-style teaching for subject-based modules and high academic standards.

  Then, when it comes to progressing to your chosen degree, Queen's University Belfast International Study Centre will support you with your university application.

  Courses include:

  • International Foundation courses in Architecture, Business and Engineering, providing a pathway to the first year of a wide range of undergraduate degrees.
  • International Year One courses in Management and Finance, Engineering disciplines, and Computer Science, allowing direct entry to year two of Undergraduate degrees.
  • Pre Master's that prepare you for direct entry to selected Master's courses in Finance, Management and Social Sciences.

Fees shown are for Fee rate 1. Laboratory based courses and other courses have different fee rates. Check the relevant course page for Tuition fee costs. All tuition fees quoted are for the academic year 2023-24, and relate to a single year of study unless stated otherwise. Tuition fees will be subject to an annual inflationary increase, unless explicitly stated otherwise. If you receive an offer of admission, you will be provided with details of the tuition fee payable in your offer letter.
All fees are payable in £ sterling. Approximate equivalencies were correct at August 2022 (xe.com).

• Fee Rate 1 - Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
• Fee Rate 2 - Engineering and Physical Sciences (including laboratory courses)

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