Orientation and Arrival
Orientation activities for new international students are normally held prior to the start of both semesters.
Sessions include information on how to complete your enrolment and registration, an overview of wellbeing and learning support, guidance on academic studies at Queen’s, and more. It is an invaluable way to meet your new classmates and get to know your campus and surroundings.
All Exchange Students are expected to attend the welcome programme.
- September 2026: welcome events will take place during the week commencing 14 September (exact dates to be confirmed). Details will be published during the summer on the My Queen's website.
- January 2027: welcome events will take place during the week commencing 11 January (exact dates to be confirmed). Details will be published during the autumn on the My Queen's website.
Guidance about travelling to Queen's is provided on the My Queen's website.
A welcome service is provided at George Best Belfast City Airport on certain dates prior to the start of both semesters. Our University ambassadors will direct you to appropriate methods of public transport to help you reach your accommodation. Find out more about the airport welcome service on the My Queen's website.