We offer a network of support services dedicated to helping you get the most from your time at Queen’s, looking after your health, emotional wellbeing, education, study needs, financial security and future career.
STUDENT CENTRE
The Student Centre is the first place to visit for information, support, advice and guidance including:
• Careers Service
• Resilience, Wellbeing and Counselling
• Disability Services
• Student Finance
• International Student Support
• Learning Development Service
• Student Administration
IT TRAINING AND SUPPORT
Providing an introduction to our virtual learning and email services, and advice and support on how to get the best out of University and personal IT equipment.
New students are invited to orientation sessions that outline the facilities and services available to them; many of which are based in the McClay Library, including the ICT Shop, which provides access to a range of accessories and IT support.
Blog: 8 Genius features of the high-tech Queen’s McClay Library
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CAREERS, EMPLOYABILITY AND SKILLS
Our Careers team will work with you to boost your CV, your employability and your confidence during your time at Queen’s.
Our expert team are committed to ensuring you have access to the right experiences to develop future-ready skills. We'll expose you to the right connections and expertise you need during your time at Queen’s and into your early career. We offer support with all aspects of career-planning and decision-making. Access one-to one careers guidance, and benefit from a range of development opportunities, both at home and abroad, designed to equip you with the skills you need to be a future-ready graduate.
Why access the Careers Service at Queen's?
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SUPPORT FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Queen's starts providing international students with support before their arrival!
Our Immigration Support Service Team is here to help you make the most of your time as an international student.They’re also on hand to provide helpful advice, introduce you to a network of support services and help you settle into life in Belfast.
Blog: What Made Queen’s My Firm Choice for International Study
Learn more about Immigration Student Support
RESILIENCE, WELLBEING AND COUNSELLING
The Student Centre is the home of our Student Wellbeing Team. Always on hand, they offer a friendly and comprehensive range of support services that are free, flexible, and responsive, when you need them.
Blog: 12 people at Queen's you can ask for help at any time
From meetings with a wellbeing adviser to student wellbeing events and even one-to-one counselling sessions, they are always there for you.
Learn more about wellbeing at Queen's
SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Including School and exam support, accommodation requirements and assistance with applications for Disabled Students’ Allowance.
Support for Prospective Students with Disabilities
Blog: Studying at Queen’s with a DisabilityBlog: How my search for inclusive education brought me to Queen’s
CHILDCARE
Offering a range of childcare support, including full-time day care, out-of-school care and a summer activities scheme.
FAITH PROVISION
Our chaplains and other religious representatives serve students and staff across 12 faiths and denominations.
HEALTH
Healthcare and prescriptions are free for everyone in Northern Ireland through the National Health Service (NHS).
If you need to see a doctor or order a prescription, the University Health Centre at Queen's General Practice provides NHS (and non-NHS) services for Queen’s students.
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English Language Tuition
Students wishing to develop confidence in using English in an academic environment are advised to attend a four week pre-sessional course at INTO Queen's University Belfast.
This 20-hour per week course concentrates on academic English and prepares you for university study. Four or six week courses run in July and August. For further information or to apply please visit https://www.intostudy.com/en-gb/universities/queens-university-belfast/courses/pre-sessional-english.
If you decide to enrol for this course, please advise the Admissions and Access Service as soon as possible so that we can make the necessary changes to your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), before you apply for your visa.
HEALTH
Healthcare and prescriptions are free for everyone in Northern Ireland through the National Health Service (NHS).
If you need to see a doctor or order a prescription, the University Health Centre at Queen's General Practice provides NHS (and non-NHS) services for Queen’s students.
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STUDENTS’ UNION ADVICE CENTRE
We provide you with essential academic, financial and welfare advice.
If you have worries or questions about your money, funding, accommodation, education or health and wellbeing, we can help.
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INFORMATION
MENINGITIS
The Admissions and Access Service has been asked by the University’s Occupational Health Service to bring the following information to your attention.
Local, EU and international students aged up to 25 years and starting university for the first time, should get the Meningitis ACWY vaccine from their GP before going to university. The Meningitis ACWY vaccine will increase protection against four Meningitis groups (A,C,W and Y).
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