Belmont

Welcome to Queen’s University Belfast

Queen’s University Belfast is pleased to welcome visiting students from Belmont University as a part of our ongoing partnership. We hope you find the information here useful, which is designed to introduce you to studying abroad at Queen's. Ranked in the top 50 universities in the world (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2021), Queen’s University offers an excellent academic experience.

Belfast is also an energetic and vibrant capital city – just ask the experts at Lonely Planet who love the city for its energy, lively atmosphere, and ‘dynamic young population that keeps the city on trend.’ The beauty is that it’s all easy and safe to explore. Whether you’re on a visit to the famous Game of Thrones filming locations or you want to explore caves, castles and coastline, you’ll find it all within an hour’s drive of Belfast. With our location in Northern Ireland in the UK offering a unique blend of both UK and Irish cultures and a thriving campus in the city of Belfast, Queen’s serves as an ideal place to study abroad.

We look forward to welcoming you to Queen's University Belfast!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW

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Visa Information

If you are studying for less than six months, you can apply for a Visitor Visa for Study, this allows a 6 month max study period.

The process at the UK border (i.e. the airport) for USA passport holders that are studying in the UK for less than 6 months and planning to apply for visitor permission at Heathrow airport on arrival into the UK is as follows.

USA nationals are likely to be directed to an eGate on arrival in to Heathrow airport, this means your passport will be scaned and you will not meet an immigration official. The act of scanning the passport automatically grants 6 months visitor permission, you will not receive a stamp in your passport – please don’t worry this is okay. If there is no stamp in a student's passport when completing the registration process at Queen’s the student will need to provide evidence of entering the UK so please keep your boarding pass and flight ticket safe and bring with you to registration.

If you are stopped by an immigration official at the airport and do not use an eGate, it is likely you will only be required to provide a copy of the letter confirming you are studying at Queen’s, this will be sent to all students by the Global Opportunities team at Queen’s. However, it is possible that students could be asked to provide further evidence (though this would be very unusual). In this case you should provide 3 months bank statements, if the statement is your parents name you should also provide a copy of your birth certificate confirming the relationship; evidence of the arranged accommodation in the UK and if you have booked a flight home evidence of this (not all students will have booked a flight so this may not be possible).

If you have any further questions about your visa, please contact the International Student Support team at immigration@qub.ac.uk, where the immigration advisers will be happy to help

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My Queen's

For all information on studying and life at Queen's

For all information on studying and life at Queen's including inforamtion on our Pre-Semester Engagement Events Programme please visit My Queen's.

Our Pre-Semester Engagement Programme is aimed at both new and returning students. It will be filled with face-to-face and virtual events and activities to connect you with campus and student life! The team over at the Student Wellbeing Service will be putting on a number of events to support you to make new connections, find out all that Belfast has to offer, learn how to establish a good sleeping routine and achieve a healthy study / work / life balance!

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Emergency Contact Information

In times of an emergency.

In the event of an emergency, please ring the Emergency Services on 999. You will have to state which service(s) you require such as: police, ambulance, fire and rescue services.

If you are involved in an emergency or serious incident please notify a member of the Residential Life Team or security in BT1 who will notify the AHSS Abroad Team where appropriate.

In a non-emergency call 101.

Students who require immediate Wellbeing support can contact the following:

Inspire – (24/7 helpline – Freephone) – 0808 800 0016 (Wellbeing Support)
Lifeline – (24/7 helpline – Freephone) – 0808 808 8000 (Crisis Support)
Samaritans – 116 123

QUB Campus Security Contact information:

Telephone: 028 90 975099 Email: security@qub.ac.uk

Please visit the Campus Safety Guide for more information.

Useful Contacts

Feel free to contact us with any questions you have!

General questions AHSSabroad@qub.ac.uk
Accommodation accommodation@qub.ac.uk
Visas immigration@qub.ac.uk
Student Wellbeing studentwellbeing@qub.ac.uk
Chaplains and Religious Representatives

Accommodation

As a Belmont University student at QUB you will be staying in Elms BT9.

Elms BT9 is a purpose-built accommodation facility for students, offering a range of modern, comfortable and secure accommodation. Set in a leafy residential area, this modern village style residence is located just 10 minutes walk from the University campus and 30 minutes walk from Belfast city centre.

Rooms are all single occupancy with shared bathroom facilities, located in low rise accommodation blocks of three floors with a common room, kitchen and television available on each floor.

Included in your accommodation is a Kitchen/Bedding combined pack with contents as below:

Kitchen and Bedding Packs

The cobined Kitchen and Bedding pack includes:

1 x White Ceramic Dinner Plate
1 x White Ceramic Side Plate
1 x White Ceramic Cereal Bowl
1 x White Ceramic Mug
1 x Glass
1 x Table Knife
1 x Table Fork
1 x Dessert Spoon
1 x Teaspoon
1 x Medium Saucepan and Lid
1 x Small Frying Pan
1 x Utensil Set
1 x Can Opener
1 x Vegetable Knife
1 x Oven Tray
1 x Tea Towel
1 x Pillow
1 x Pillow cover
1 x Duvet
1 x Duvet cover
1 x Flat sheet
1 x Mattress protector

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Student Life

The area surrounding our campus is the most vibrant district of Belfast.

When you’re on campus it’s easy to become a part of our thriving student community with over 200 clubs and societies for you to join.

The Students’ Union is active in planning events and engaging with the student body, ensuring you’ll always have the opportunity to make the most of your time at Queen’s.

Click here for more information on Student Life at Queen's.

Fees

When completing registration, under the fees payment section:

Please choose the option that states 'My fees will be paid by an external sponsor'

You will then be asked to input Belmont's information and choose the amount to be paid which will be the full fee amount.

Musical Instruments

Some options for renting a musical instrument whilst in Belfast are:

Access to money

It is important you arrive financially prepared for the first few weeks

As you will be staying in the UK ofr less than six months, you may find it difficult to open a UK bank account, therefore you may wish to look into other banking options like the below. Most retail outlets in the UK and Ireland may not accept Discover or American Express, please bring a Visa or Matercard instead. Please note the University is not officially recommending use of these services but options to be considered include:

Application Process

Please ensure you complete the following steps:

1. Complete the QUB Study Abroad Application Form

2. You will receive an offer letter email, you MUST officially confirm your place with us to study at Queens. To do so, within your offer email please choose the option "I accept your offer and I will apply for a Visitor Visa for Study

3. Once we have fully processed your application you will receive a student number via email. Once you receive your student number you must confirm your accommodation with us.

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