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Dissertation Submission: Feelings and Reflections Dissertation Submission: Feelings and Reflections : News article ID 3268121
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 12 February, 2025

MA Violence, Terrorism and Security student Isa shares her experience of working on her Master's dissertation; and reflects on the ups and downs of the writing process.

Common seating space in the Graduate School
Group Study Spots at Queen’s Group Study Spots at Queen’s : News article ID 2864293
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 29 January, 2025

Are you someone who thrives in group study environments rather than studying alone? If so, you're in luck! Queen's offers a variety of fantastic spaces tailored specifically for collaborative learning.

Two students outside the Graduate School
My Postgraduate Experience: MSc Clinical Health Psychology My Postgraduate Experience: MSc Clinical Health Psychology : News article ID 2835825
Ghada Al Fakih | 22 January, 2025

Lebanese student Ghada reflects on her experience of PG study and shares how pursuing a master's at Queen's has shaped her career plans.

Student typing on laptop in the McClay Library
My Experience of Writing My First Assignment My Experience of Writing My First Assignment : News article ID 2873062
Ghada Al Fakih | 11 December, 2024

Lebanese PG student Ghada takes us through the highs and lows of submitting her first assignment as a Master's student at Queen's.

Students in QBS
Business Analytics vs Data Analytics: Which One is Right for You? Business Analytics vs Data Analytics: Which One is Right for You? : News article ID 2882576
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 30 October, 2024

PG student Madhurya delves into the main differences between studying Data Analytics and Business Analytics at Queen's; and offers some advice on choosing the right path for your postgraduate studies.

The Lanyon Quad
Life After My Undergraduate Degree Life After My Undergraduate Degree : News article ID 2756519
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 14 October, 2024

Postgraduate student Isa discusses why she decided to pursue her passions following the completion of her undergraduate degree in Colombia.

Three students in a study group
Summer in Belfast: Top Spots to Write Your Dissertation Summer in Belfast: Top Spots to Write Your Dissertation : News article ID 2835848
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 5 August, 2024

PG student Isa lists spots in and around the Queen's campus she's currently visiting to work on her dissertation over the summer!

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VIDEO: A Day in the Life of a Clinical Health Psychology student VIDEO: A Day in the Life of a Clinical Health Psychology student : News article ID 2373739
Ghada Al Fakih | 3 June, 2024

Join Lebanese student Ghada on a tour of her student accommodation in the heart of Belfast city centre.

Riddel Hall exterior evening
Studying MSc Business Analytics at Queen's Studying MSc Business Analytics at Queen's : News article ID 2630223
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 14 May, 2024

MSc Business Analytics student Madhurya shares her experience of her course at Queen's Business School.

Student working on laptop in front of Lanyon
Career Planning from an International Perspective: Strategies for PG Students Career Planning from an International Perspective: Strategies for PG Students : News article ID 2438271
Rushikesh Mahajan | 26 April, 2024

Law and Technology student Rushikesh provides some words of wisdom on how you can prepare for entry into the global job market following the completion of your degree.

Aerial view of Lanyon site from Botanic Gardens
Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Rushikesh Mahajan, LLM Law and Technology Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Rushikesh Mahajan, LLM Law and Technology : News article ID 2503009
Rushikesh Mahajan | 5 March, 2024

“The curriculum's focus on current and future legal challenges in technology, taught by leading academics and industry professionals, who reciprocate positively, resonated with my academic and career goals.”

Teaching room in the School of Law
Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Xinxin Wang, LLM International Commercial & Business Law Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Xinxin Wang, LLM International Commercial & Business Law : News article ID 2502929
Xinxin Wang | 4 March, 2024

"Queen’s Graduate School has supported me a lot, for instance through the dissertation skills training programme and writing bootcamp."

Queen's University Belfast Medical Library
Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Tililenji Mwanza, MPH Global Health Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Tililenji Mwanza, MPH Global Health : News article ID 2502904
Tililenji Mwanza | 1 March, 2024

“It is a multicultural university accepting people from all walks of life with diverse backgrounds. Queen’s is one of the few universities in the UK that offers an MPH/GH.”

Front of Lanyon in the summer
Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Marieke Fastovsky, MSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Marieke Fastovsky, MSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare : News article ID 2500012
Marieke Rose Fastovsky | 29 February, 2024

“Ultimately, my decision to move to Belfast and study at Queen’s came down to affordability, language compatibility, opportunity, and proximity to both my home in the US as well as to other countries.”

The Lanyon Building
From Beirut to Belfast: Adapting and Coping with Change as a Master’s Student From Beirut to Belfast: Adapting and Coping with Change as a Master’s Student : News article ID 2297215
Ghada Al Fakih | 28 February, 2024

Hello, world. I'm Ghada Al Fakih, a Lebanese woman, a lover of my homeland, and a clinical health psychology master's student at Queen's University Belfast.

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Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Bisma Arshad, MSc Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Bisma Arshad, MSc Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics : News article ID 2486017
Bisma Arshad | 26 February, 2024

“The combination of academic prowess, international recognition, and outstanding research facilities made Queen's University a non-negotiable choice for me.”

The Lanyon Quad
Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Ashwin Somanath, MA Film Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Ashwin Somanath, MA Film : News article ID 2480358
22 February, 2024

“Compared to a fully practical filmmaking course (as it is in some universities), the MA Film course has a lot more theory in it, paving the way for my career pathway of researching and lecturing on cinema and TV.”

Lanyon with people walking past
Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Valeriia Gorobchuk, MSc Psychological Science Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Valeriia Gorobchuk, MSc Psychological Science : News article ID 2477585
21 February, 2024

“I chose to move to Belfast and study at Queen's University for its unique postgraduate conversion course in psychology, tailored for students transitioning from different academic backgrounds."

Isabella at the top of Cave Hill
Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Isabella Barros De La Rosa, MA Violence, Terrorism & Security Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Isabella Barros De La Rosa, MA Violence, Terrorism & Security : News article ID 2477537
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 19 February, 2024

"I felt that a master’s degree would not only complement and deepen the knowledge I had gained during undergrad, but it would also allow me to improve my research capabilities."

Students talking in the Graduate School
Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Ghada Al Fakih, MSc Clinical Health Psychology Why Queen’s for Postgraduate Study - Ghada Al Fakih, MSc Clinical Health Psychology : News article ID 2466828
Ghada Al Fakih | 16 February, 2024

"As the MSc in Clinical Health Psychology intends to provide me with a comprehensive world class education in the clinical and scientific aspects of psychology, this in turn aligns perfectly with my aspirations of becoming a clinical psychologist."

Graduate School entrance
How Can I Fund My Postgraduate Degree? How Can I Fund My Postgraduate Degree? : News article ID 2062218
Staff Writer | 19 January, 2024

Do you want to do a postgraduate degree at Queen’s? Here are your funding options.

Aerial view of the main campus
Queen’s from the Perspective of an American Student Queen’s from the Perspective of an American Student : News article ID 1961800
Samantha Koitz | 15 January, 2024

Conflict Transformation and Social Justice student Sami explains why she made the long journey to Queen's University Belfast from Maryland USA to pursue postgraduate study.

Student on beach in Donegal
Why I Returned to Belfast for Postgraduate Study Why I Returned to Belfast for Postgraduate Study : News article ID 2093933
Eleanor Lees | 3 January, 2024

Eleanor has recently returned to NI for Postgraduate study after six years away – in this blog, she describes the ups and downs of navigating such a transition, and ultimately why it’s good to be home.

Entrance to the Graduate School
The Postgraduate Dissertation Process: Tips for Research and Planning The Postgraduate Dissertation Process: Tips for Research and Planning : News article ID 1956096
Holly Anna Lennon | 11 December, 2023

Feeling overwhelmed by the the final stage in the PG process? MA Literary Studies student Holly has several top tips for planning and researching for your dissertation.

The Graduate School
The Postgraduate Application Process: Step-by-Step Guide The Postgraduate Application Process: Step-by-Step Guide : News article ID 2046297
Rosa Hasson | 8 December, 2023

Thinking of applying for postgraduate study at Queen's? MSc Marketing student Rosa details the application process step-by-step below.

Students talking in One Elmwood building
Mental Health Boosters During Postgraduate Study Mental Health Boosters During Postgraduate Study : News article ID 2043784
Rosa Hasson | 27 November, 2023

Postgraduate study can be a challenging and demanding period in your academic career. Fear not - MSc Marketing student Rosa provides some top tips below to help manage stress and boost your mental health and wellbeing during PG study.

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VIDEO: A Tour of the Graduate School at Queen's VIDEO: A Tour of the Graduate School at Queen's : News article ID 2023482
Keerthana Sundararaj | 10 November, 2023

Follow MSc Management student Keerthana on a tour of the Graduate School and its various facilities.

Riddell Hall and Queen's Business School
A Week in the Life of an MSc Marketing Student A Week in the Life of an MSc Marketing Student : News article ID 1990875
Rosa Hasson | 25 October, 2023

Embarking on a Master of Science in Marketing is a thrilling journey that combines rigorous academic pursuits with real-world practical applications. Rosa summarises what a typical week looks like for an MSc Marketing student.

Student sitting in a teaching room
How Different is Postgraduate Study from Undergraduate Study? How Different is Postgraduate Study from Undergraduate Study? : News article ID 1959337
Rosa Hasson | 2 October, 2023

Making the leap from undergraduate to postgraduate study can be a challenge. If you’re a prospective postgraduate student, here are some things to expect when beginning your new education journey...

Joe outside The Graduate School
Shape a Better Future with Postgraduate Study Shape a Better Future with Postgraduate Study : News article ID 1642903
Postgraduate Study | 2 August, 2023

At Queen’s, we believe that postgraduate study can help anyone achieve great things, whatever stage of their career or research journey.

Group of 3 students at the Queen's Union Bar
5 Things I Wish I Knew as an American Coming to NI for Graduate School 5 Things I Wish I Knew as an American Coming to NI for Graduate School : News article ID 1779694
Molly Elspas | 14 June, 2023

Moving abroad for university can often be a daunting time for students. Public History student Molly Elspas provides a few words of wisdom for those who are making the big move from the US to Belfast.

Lanyon Building
Why Choose Queen's? Why Choose Queen's? : News article ID 1643076
Reham Lasheen | 8 March, 2023

Public Health student Reham did a lot of research before choosing a university for her masters, here's what helped her make Queen's her final choice .

Dublin and Belfast
Why I moved from Dublin to Belfast to pursue a Masters Why I moved from Dublin to Belfast to pursue a Masters : News article ID 1623217
Beth Molloy | 25 January, 2023

Cost of living, travel times and the need to break free after the lockdowns helped Beth decide to come to Belfast. Read her story here...

Three MBA students in hard hats
Day in the life of an MBA Student at Queen's Day in the life of an MBA Student at Queen's : News article ID 1570718
Aakanksha Shukla | 8 December, 2022

Ever wondered what an MBA is really like? Read why Aakanksha chose to come to Queen's for her MBA and what her day looks like as a student in Belfast.

Sonic Arts Research Centre
A Day in the Life of a Music Student at Queen's! A Day in the Life of a Music Student at Queen's! : News article ID 1543049
Hannah Wasson | 7 December, 2022

Ever wondered what studying music at university is really like? Well wonder no more, third year music student Hannah is here to tell you all about it!

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VIDEO: Day in the Life of a Master's Student at Queen's VIDEO: Day in the Life of a Master's Student at Queen's : News article ID 1568821
Divyata Bhola | 6 December, 2022

Spend a day with Indian postgrad student Divyata all the way from her morning gym session to her classes, her accommodation, a trip to the library and and a jaunt to the city centre.

A cup with the adventure begins written on it
10 Things I wish I'd Known Before Moving Halfway Across the World 10 Things I wish I'd Known Before Moving Halfway Across the World : News article ID 1565460
Sami Koitz | 5 December, 2022

Do I regret moving across the pond to go to graduate school? Absolutely not! Do I wish I had planned better to move halfway across the world to go to get a Master’s degree? Absolutely! See Sami's tips!!

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VIDEO: Join me for a Sunrise Social VIDEO: Join me for a Sunrise Social : News article ID 1562758
Camila Montero | 30 November, 2022

If you're living in Queen's accommodation make sure to take advantage of all the trips they organise. They're a great way to make new friends and see more of Northern Ireland. Join Camila for a sunrise social at Crawfordsburn beach.

Reham and friends in a lecture theatre
A day in the life of a Public Health Student at Queen’s A day in the life of a Public Health Student at Queen’s : News article ID 1562707
Reham Lasheen | 22 November, 2022

Join Egyptian student Reham Lasheen as she takes us through a day in her life as a Public Health student at Queen's.

The Graduate School
A Day in the Life of a Graduate Student A Day in the Life of a Graduate Student : News article ID 1543050
Sami Koitz | 5 March, 2025

American Postgrad Sami Koitz takes you through a day in her life as a Conflict Transformation and Social Justice student at Queen's.

Suitcase, camera, laptop, flip flops
5 Things I Wish I'd Packed and 5 Things I Wish I'd left at Home 5 Things I Wish I'd Packed and 5 Things I Wish I'd left at Home : News article ID 1542801
Sami Koitz | 1 November, 2022

Everyone knows- packing is HARD! What do you really need and what is a waste of precious suitcase space? American student Sami is here with her top tips on what she wished she'd left at home and what was really worth hauling across the globe!

Shot of Lanyon- looking directly up at it
The Fulfillment and the Folly of being a Mature (ha!) Student The Fulfillment and the Folly of being a Mature (ha!) Student : News article ID 1539277
Lindsey Mitchell | 25 October, 2022

Mature student Lindsey Mitchell has come back to student life to pursue a career helping people with Substance Use Disorders. She discusses juggling family life and keeping up with the pace as an older (and maybe not wiser!) student.

Niamh and her friend
Media and Broadcast Master's Student- A Day in Pictures Media and Broadcast Master's Student- A Day in Pictures : News article ID 1532969
Niamh McMullan | 18 October, 2022

Join Niamh for a look at a day in her life as a Media and Broadcast Production Master’s student on a busy Thursday.

Tessa and her parents in Temple Bar
Open up a world of adventure with Belfast as your base Open up a world of adventure with Belfast as your base : News article ID 1431148
Tessa Rendina | 8 August, 2022

Looking for your next weekend adventure? Whether it's somewhere closer or a little further afield, Tessa's here to share some of the trips she's taken this year.

Tessa and pals at the Ulster rugby match
Postgraduate Accommodation Guide Postgraduate Accommodation Guide : News article ID 1345327
Tessa Rendina | 8 April, 2022

Wondering how to find the right accommodation for you? From settling in to making friends, Tessa shares her tips and her experience of living in Queen's postgraduate accommodation.

The Graduate School
Tips for Surviving a Master’s Degree Tips for Surviving a Master’s Degree : News article ID 1345386
Andrea Cartmill | 11 April, 2022

Undertaking a master’s degree can be daunting so here are some tips Andrea wishes she had known when starting her master’s!

The Graduate School front entrance
Studying a postgraduate degree helped shape my professional future Studying a postgraduate degree helped shape my professional future : News article ID 1033558
Robbie Jamison, MSc International Business | 18 March, 2021

With a BA Honours degree from the University of Liverpool, Robbie Jamison decided Queen's was his best postgrad study option. Here's why.

Q&A: My experience of postgraduate study at Queen’s Q&A: My experience of postgraduate study at Queen’s : News article ID 936481
Rebecca McGettigan, MA History | 27 November, 2019

Thinking about coming to Queen’s from the Republic of Ireland for postgraduate study? Rebecca McGettigan, MA History, from Donegal, tells you everything you need to know.

Ever wondered what a day in the life of a PhD student looks like? Ever wondered what a day in the life of a PhD student looks like? : News article ID 1149478
Laura Kinkead, PhD student at Queen's | 27 July, 2021

Laura Kinkead tells us what an average day in her life as a PhD student looks like.

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A day in the life of a Master’s Student at Queen's A day in the life of a Master’s Student at Queen's : News article ID 825171
Bimsarie Neranja Jananee Weerathunge | 21 June, 2018

Bimsarie Weerathunge on the realities of completing a Masters in Management at Queen’s.

Five reasons to do a postgraduate degree at Queen’s Five reasons to do a postgraduate degree at Queen’s : News article ID 938146
Aoife McDowell, MA Media | 5 December, 2019

From standing out in the job market to pursuing your passion, Master’s student Aoife McDowell explains the perks of postgraduate life at Queen’s.

Settling into Life in Queen’s Postgraduate Accommodation Settling into Life in Queen’s Postgraduate Accommodation : News article ID 943800
Ruchismita Bhattachar, MSc Business Analytics | 17 January, 2020

International postgraduate student Ruchismita Bhattacharjee gives a sneak peek inside student life in Queen’s Accommodation in College Gardens.

Why I chose Queen’s for my Master’s Why I chose Queen’s for my Master’s : News article ID 963846
Tamanna Khurana, MA Arts Management | 6 May, 2020

Canadian Tamanna Khurana searched the world for the perfect MA in Arts Management that would give her the career edge – she found it at Queen’s in Belfast.