TOP 200 UNIVERSITY IN THE WORLD
(QS World University Rankings 2026)
International Students
A Unique University Experience
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.
World-class Education
Ranked in the top 25 Universities in the UK, we are proud to be a member of the Russell Group – the UK’s Ivy League (Complete University Guide 2025).
A rich history
Since 1845, our world-leading researchers, pioneering students and inspirational alumni have been making a difference to society in Belfast and across the world and you can join them.
As a Queen's student you will benefit from our rich heritage and prestige in research and education.
Affordable student living
When you study at Queen’s, your money goes much further, compared to cities like London or Manchester.
Belfast is the UK’s most affordable student city (Natwest Student Living Index 2024) and with affordable accommodation packages from as little as £106 per week, you can enjoy a better quality of life than in other cities.
(QS World University Rankings 2026)
21 SUBJECTS IN THE TOP 200 IN THE WORLD
(QS World University Rankings by subject 2025)
99% OF OUR RESEARCH ENVIRONMENT IS WORLD-LEADING OR INTERNATIONALLY EXCELLENT
(REF 2021)
OVER 4400 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FROM OVER 90 DIFFERENT COUNTRIES
(Queen’s Planning Office, 2024)
Why Queen's? A Place of Possibility
Save on tuition fees with scholarships
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.
Focused on your future
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.
FULL SUPPORT WITH ENGLISH AND ACADEMIC SKILLS
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.
A safe, fun, compact UK city
Queen’s is within ten minutes walk of the centre of Belfast, the capital city of Northern Ireland and one of the top ten friendliest cities in the UK (Condé Nast Traveller, Readers' Choice Awards 2024).
It’s a welcoming and fun coastal city, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and within easy reach of all other major cities in the UK and Europe. Belfast is also in the safest region in the UK (UK Crime Surveys 2022/23).
State-of-the-art campus
Queen’s has recently invested £700m to develop its campus and boasts some of the best facilities of any university in the UK.
We have an outstanding network of support services to look after your health, wellbeing, study needs, financial security and career prospects.
What our students say
“While at Queen’s, I did a summer internship at Bloomberg. I spent five weeks in Beijing as an Analytics intern and five weeks in Shanghai as a Sales intern, which really expanded my exposure to the real financial market and Bloomberg products. After the internship, I was returning to Belfast, when I received a call from them offering me a full-time role. I was so happy that I got my dream job before I graduated.”
Rory Cao (China), MSc Finance
“None of the other UK universities I visited offered the same level of facilities and support that is available to students at Queen’s. The friendly and helpful staff made me feel comfortable straight away on arrival.”
Saad Almohammed Alrayes (Kuwait), PhD Law
Belfast: A unique location
"I feel so lucky to have been able to come to Queen’s. I’ve received an amazing education and I’ve had so many experiences that have shaped who I am." Rhea Lee Shia Goh, Malaysia
BSc Psychology
