Undergraduate Events (2022/2023)
Our series of live virtual events, on campus events and on demand content, aim to provide you with the knowledge, confidence and skills to make informed choices about your future learning and career. Join us and gain an insight into life at Queen's, along with useful information and advice which will guide you through your journey to University.
On Demand Content
Live Virtual Events
Tuesday 11 October 2022, 6pm - 7pm
Parents Information Evening: Keeping you informed
This event is for parents/guardians from Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Tune in and you will hear about the UCAS process and timeline, Queen's accommodation, support services including disability and wellbeing, applying for Student Finance and moving to Belfast.
Followed by a live Q&A session.
Thursday 20 October 2022, 7pm - 8.30pm
The Road To Employment - Queen's Management School
Queen’s Management School (QMS) invites Year 13-14 students, parents and guardians to a virtual event for those considering applying for undergraduate degrees with us.
While many parents/guardians and students may be wondering what career or employment opportunities our degrees may provide, let us answer these questions for you.
QMS offers undergraduate degrees in Accounting, Actuarial Science and Risk Management, Business Management, Economics, Finance, and International Business with a Language.
Wednesday 16 November 2022, 10am – 12.45pm
‘AS’ Level History and Anthropology Conference
This conference will draw on the expertise of History and Anthropology academics and cover some topics relating to AS level units, as well as providing an insight in to studying History and Anthropology at Queen’s.
The conference will include topics such as ‘Autobahn, Luftwaffe, Untermensch: Drawing Connections in Nazi Germany, 1933-39’, 'Why did the Bolsheviks win the Civil War?' and ‘The Animist’s Guide to Being Human’ as well as an interactive quiz.
Tuesday 14 February 2023, 6pm - 7pm
Applying for Queen’s Accommodation
Join this event to find out about our purpose built accommodation, how we offer some of the lowest student costs in the UK and gain in depth information about the benefits of living in Belfast. Discover how our Residential Life Team are able to offer you support and encouragement when you start your journey at Queen’s.
Wednesday 31 May 2023, 6pm - 7pm
Parents/Guardians Offer Holder Evening
We appreciate that the transition to third level education can be a challenging and anxious time for students, teachers and parents/guardians alike. To keep parents/guardians informed of the journey which their son or daughter/dependant is about to embark on, this event aims to provide the opportunity to find out more about Queen’s University, and the range of support services available to students including Careers and Employability, Disability and Wellbeing and Study Abroad opportunities. Key information on Student Finance, Queen’s Accommodation and Moving to Belfast will also be covered throughout the event.
Tuesday 01 August 2023, 6pm - 7pm
Moving to Queen’s: A Guide for New Students
We hope your time here at Queen’s will be life changing, academically rewarding and some of the most enjoyable times of your life. Join us as we discuss how Queen’s learning and research experience is like no other. Find out all you need to know about enrolling and registering with the University as well as top tips on making your start at Queen’s the best it can be.
On Campus Events
Wednesday 5 October 2022, 6pm – 8pm
Social Work Information Evening
Are you interested in a career in social work? Do you want a professional qualification that allows you to enjoy a challenging but rewarding career, where you can make a difference to peoples' lives, then please register for the Social Work Information Evening to find out about the Bachelor of Social Work degree at Queen's University.
The event will outline what social workers do, provide an overview of the course content and placements, and offer you the chance to talk with academic staff and students, who will answer your questions. Admissions staff will explain the UCAS application and selection process, and the Academic Selector will provide top tips on how to prepare for interviews. We will also have information on student finance and the Department of Health student incentive scheme.
Friday 14 October 2022
CIVILisation Belfast: How Civil Engineers Make Belfast Work
CIVILisation Belfast is a one-day informational event of Belfast city centre, where Year 13 students will learn about some of the engineering problems that Belfast’s landscape required solutions to, such as:
- How to stop the Albert Clock from leaning further
- How to construct challenging structures such as Victoria Square
- How civil engineers are working on making Belfast’s new Transport Hub connected to the local area and beyond.
You will also attend the University for a talk on how Civil Engineers shape the world.
If you wish to attend this event, please ask a teacher in your school to complete the registration form.
Tuesday 1 November 2022, 6.30pm – 8pm
Planning Parents' and Guardians' Evening
In an increasingly urbanised world, cities represent both the greatest social, environmental and economic challenges and opportunities for planners and urban designers alike to create more sustainable environments and just societies. As such, there has never been a better time to explore subjects like planning and climate change, the urban economy, transportation, conservation and built heritage, and planning for healthy cities.
This event is for parents/guardians and sons/daughters in years 12, 13 and 14 who are studying, or considering studying, Geography or related subjects at GCSE, A-Level or equivalent vocational qualifications.
Join us on-campus where you will have the opportunity to speak to Planning staff about our courses, meet current students and speak to recent graduates and employers on the exciting career prospects with a Planning degree.
Thursday 10 November 2022, 6pm – 9.30pm
Engineering Parents’ Evening 2022
The Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences would like to invite year 11-14 students who are studying or considering studying A-Level Mathematics, Science/Technology and their parents to Engineering Parents’ Evening.
We’re delighted to welcome students and their families back on campus to hear subject talks, enjoy demonstrations and meet academic staff, students and employers. This event is an opportunity to explore our engineering disciplines side by side and find out how a degree in Engineering from Queen’s University Belfast can shape your pupils' future careers.
Thursday 17 November 2022, 7pm - 9.30pm
AHSS Undergraduate Information Evening
The Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences is a vibrant community of internationally acclaimed researchers, scholars and over 10,000 students.
Join us for a wide range of engaging subject talks and an opportunity to chat informally with academic staff and students.
This event is perfect for Year 10-14 students, parents and guardians who want to find out more about undergraduate courses within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
Thursday 1 December 2022, 6pm – 9pm
Computing Parents’ Evening
We are excited to be holding a Computing Parents’ Evening on Thursday 1st December 2022. This event is for parents/guardians and sons/daughters in years 11, 12 and 13 who are studying or considering studying Computing subjects at GCSE, A Level, or equivalent vocational qualifications.
Students and their parents will have the opportunity to hear about our Computer Science, Computing and Information Technology, Software Engineering and Business Information Technology degrees from current students, graduates, and academic staff. Employers from local companies will also attend to share some of the opportunities for IT graduates both during study and after graduation.
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Got any questions?
If you have any queries about undergraduate study please contact us:
| Email: | studentrecruitment@qub.ac.uk |
| Phone | 028 9097 1323 |