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Belfast Maritime Festival
Mehak Bindra | 2 December, 2024

Northern Ireland bursts with a plethora of events that celebrate its rich culture, tradition and vibrant community spirit.

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Madhurya Jagadeesh | 26 November, 2024

Check out Madhurya's guide to must-have apps for international students, covering everything from shopping discounts to travel and food delivery.

Student taking picture of Titanic Quarter
Hiya Grover | 25 November, 2024

Check out Hiya's list of unique must-do activities in Belfast and beyond!

Plates of Indian dishes on a table
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 19 November, 2024

Belfast offers a variety of Indian restaurants that cater to different tastes and preferences. Business Analytics student Madhurya shares her top recommendations.

Student writing at desk
Sai Sree Kurra | 18 November, 2024

MSc Management student Sai Sree discusses how she navigates postgraduate student life by embracing flexibility and self-care!

Student on their phone in Belfast
Mehak Bindra | 15 November, 2024

As a Queen's student, you have access to a variety of discounts and perks across Belfast. From trendy shops to cosy cafes and thrilling entertainment, here’s how you can make the most of your student status and what Belfast has to offer.

Graduate School windows
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 12 November, 2024

The Graduate visa is a post-study immigration route that allows graduates to remain in the UK for 2 years after their studies, to work or look for work. Business Analytics student Madhurya discusses how you can save for the visa costs effectively.

Students in InterSim Centre, MBC
Manya Ranganathan | 11 November, 2024

Third year Medicine student Manya takes us through a typical structure of her week at Queen's!

She Leads 2024 group
Sai Sree Kurra | 5 November, 2024

How the 'She Leads' workshop impacted my journey from self-reflection to professional growth and living a complete university experience.

Students in QBS
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.

Outside The Mac in Belfast
Manya Ranganathan | 28 October, 2024

From retail therapy in Belfast city centre to crossing the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge in Ballintoy, Medicine student Manya discusses how you can make the most of your spare time in Northern Ireland.

Student wearing Queen's graduation robe
Rushikesh Mahajan | 23 October, 2024

Whether you've recently thrown your graduation cap in the air or you're contemplating where a law degree can take you, Law and Technology student Rushikesh provides some guidance on the complex landscape of legal careers.

Renew retreat team 2024
Sai Sree Kurra | 16 October, 2024

A refreshing retreat to embrace Volunteering, Wellbeing and Sustainability on a Derry/Londonderry trip.

College Gardens bedroom
Manya Ranganathan | 15 October, 2024

Just a two minute walk to Queen's main campus, you’re right at the heart of everything in College Gardens. Read about Manya's experience of living in Queen's accommodation.

Lanyon in spring
Rushikesh Mahajan | 7 October, 2024

Law and Technology student Rushikesh breaks down the current scholarship and funding options for law students at Queen's.

The new Business School building at Riddel Hall
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 1 October, 2024

Are you a natural problem solver who thrives in challenging environments? If so, the hackathon is your chance to showcase the skills honed through coursework and past experiences.

Two students sit on grass in front of City Hall
Sai Sree Kurra | 27 September, 2024

Find out how Sai Sree rejuvenates her mind amidst the demands of a challenging master’s degree!

Student staff careers consultation
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 24 September, 2024

MSc Business Analytics student Madhurya discusses how you can make the most out of careers fairs and events at Queen's!

Queens medicine students in hospital setting
Mehak Bindra | 20 September, 2024

Find out what prompted Mehak to make the move from the UAE to Belfast to study Medicine at Queen's.

Group of students on steps on Queen's campus
Manya Ranganathan | 16 September, 2024

Medicine student Manya discusses her experience with Queen's clubs and societies, from attending Christmas parties organised by the Belfast Medical Students Association, to crocheting and bracelet-making with the Art Society!

Phone displaying linkedin logo
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 6 September, 2024

Welcome to my Advanced LinkedIn Tips blog! Your journey from mastering the basics to navigating through intermediate strategies showcases your commitment to professional excellence.

Row of yellow suitcases
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 30 August, 2024

When embarking on your journey from India to Belfast, thoughtful packing is key to a seamless transition. Here’s a guide to help you prioritise essentials that are readily available locally, ensuring you travel light and settle in effortlessly.

Student walking with QUB tote bag
Manya Ranganathan | 26 August, 2024

Summer in Belfast is truly a magical time! The long warm days allow you to explore the hidden treasures of the city. From its lush green parks to music festivals – there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Three students outside the Treehouse
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 23 August, 2024

Planning your journey to Queen's? PG student Madhurya provides a comprehensive guide to your travel options from the airport to student accommodation.

Kitchen and desk in student accommodation
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 20 August, 2024

PG student Madhurya provides a list of optional yet advantageous items to take with you on your journey from India to Queen's.

LinkedIn spelled out in scrabble letters
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 16 August, 2024

Hey LinkedIn champions! Making it to the intermediate stage means you're among the top 50 per cent of users. That's like earning a spot on the podium in a professional marathon!

Queen's accommodation kitchen and desk
Hiya Grover | 13 August, 2024

Moving to a new country for your studies is an exciting adventure, but setting up your new home can be a bit daunting. To help you settle in smoothly, Hiya advises on the best places to shop for your student accommodation needs in Belfast!

the word Belfast as street art
Manya Ranganathan | 7 August, 2024

Third year Medicine student Manya lists some top priorities for your first week in Belfast as a new Queen's student!

Group of students visit EY as part of Common Purpose Leadership Programme
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 6 August, 2024

MSc Business Analytics student Madhurya documents her journey as one of only 15 students selected for this year's Common Purpose Leadership Programme at Queen's Business School.

Welcome to LinkedIn sign on window
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 30 July, 2024

If you're already using LinkedIn in your home country, you're ahead of the curve. If not, let me guide you through setting up a profile that showcases your strengths to potential employers.

Sign saying Queens in Parlous Bar
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 26 July, 2024

Business Analytics student Madhurya has written the below blog to assist new students in ensuring that they have all the essential items packed, facilitating a seamless transition from India to Queen's.

Malavika in front of Future-Ready screen
Malavika Mahendranath | 23 July, 2024

MSc Human Resource Management student Malavika explains how the Future-Ready Award has been a transformative aspect of her academic and professional journey at Queen's.

Three students walking past front of Lanyon
Rushikesh Mahajan | 17 July, 2024

Indian PG student Rushikesh provides an in-depth examination of key customs, language differences and local etiquette in Belfast and Northern Ireland.

Woman packing suitcase with clothes
Manya Ranganathan | 5 July, 2024

Prepare for the big move to Belfast with Manya's packing guide below!

Two students walking past the School of Law
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 3 July, 2024

Read Business Analytics student Madhurya's step-by-step guide for new students at Queen's!

Student on phone in careers centre
Malavika Mahendranath | 18 June, 2024

PG student Malavika explains how to make the most of your role as a student ambassador at Queen's.

Students in tutorial in the Graduate School
Rushikesh Mahajan | 17 June, 2024

Indian PG student Rushikesh explains in detail how international students can overcome any difficulties in adapting to a new academic environment at Queen's.

The Lanyon Quad
Rushikesh Mahajan | 14 June, 2024

Law and Technology student Rushikesh advises on how to choose your major and how the decision can influence your career trajectory and earning potential.

Group of students celebrate Tamil New Year at Elms BT1
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 11 June, 2024

Join PG student Madhurya as she celebrates Puthandu, also known as Tamil New Year, in Elms BT1 accommodation!

Student reading on bed in accommodation
Hiya Grover | 29 May, 2024

Embarking on an international student journey is an exciting adventure, but ensuring you have all the essentials packed can be daunting. Hiya runs through a list of “forget-me-nots” to help form your last-minute packing checklist.

Waterfall in Glenariff forest park
Sreyashi Acharjee | 24 May, 2024

PhD student Sreyashi recently visited the picturesque Glenariff Forest Park in Antrim as part of a day trip organised by Queen's. Check out the highlights below!

Riddel Hall exterior evening
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 14 May, 2024

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

Front of One Elmwood
Malavika Mahendranath | 10 May, 2024

PG student Malavika tells us what she loves most about the Queen's Students' Union.

Fermanagh lake
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 30 April, 2024

Postgraduate student Madhurya takes us through some of Northern Ireland's most captivating destinations, all perfect for a budget-friendly day trip.

Student working on laptop in front of Lanyon
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.

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Sreyashi Acharjee | 23 April, 2024

Residential Assistant Sreyashi discusses her role within the Student Accommodation team and the benefits of being a Residential Assistant!

Three students looking at the Lanyon
Rushikesh Mahajan | 9 April, 2024

This guide aims to provide international students with practical tips and essential information to settle smoothly in Belfast and make the most of your experience at Queen's University Belfast.

Student Sreyashi in IKEA on accommodation trip
Sreyashi Acharjee | 8 April, 2024

Residential Assistant Sreyashi recently visited IKEA as part of a trip organised by the Queen's accommodation team. Check out the highlights!

Aerial view of Lanyon site from Botanic Gardens
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.”

The Lanyon Quad
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.”

Staff and student talking in One Elmwood
Rushikesh Mahajan | 13 February, 2024

Find out how LLM Law and Technology student Rushikesh is benefitting from the student mentoring programme at Queen's.

Student training as a GP
Hiya Grover | 29 January, 2024

Although everyone's time on placement is slightly varied based on which specialty they are studying at any given time, medicine student Hiya shows what a typical week looks like while on peripheral placement. 

Two people in an interview
Hiya Grover | 9 January, 2024

Undergraduate student Hiya talks through how she prepared for her Medicine interview and offers some top tips for how to approach the process confidently.

Cafe in Elms BT1
Mehak Bindra | 22 November, 2023

Wondering where to choose for accommodation at Queen's? Medicine student Mehak explains why Elms BT1 was her ideal choice as an international student moving to Belfast.

Belfast City Hall
Sreyashi Acharjee | 13 November, 2023

Wondering how to enjoy your spare time while studying in Belfast? Postgraduate Research student Sreyashi lists her favourite spots and activities in and around the city.

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Keerthana Sundararaj | 10 November, 2023

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

Doctor taking blood pressure of a patient
Mehak Bindra | 3 November, 2023

Find out how you can sign up for the Queen's Health Centre and keep on top of your health and wellbeing during your time at university.

The Wellbeing Room in the Main Site Tower
Hiya Grover | 9 October, 2023

Medicine student Hiya discusses practical insights, tips, and tricks to ensure that your first year is academically successful and a time of holistic growth, balance, and development.

Student studying in the Quad
Sreyashi Acharjee | 22 September, 2023

Embarking on a postgraduate research degree can be a demanding and often overwhelming period for students. PhD student Sreyashi tells us how she deals with stress and anxiety during the doctoral process.

Queen's Lanyon Building
Mehak Bindra | 3 July, 2023

Belfast is a bustling hub of social activity and natural beauty spots, making it a dynamic subject for both photography fans and social media influencers. Second year Medicine student Mehak Bindra highlights the city's most visually appealing areas.

Spices in a market
Hiya Grover | 28 June, 2023

Local international food stores offer a wide variety of cuisines for students to enjoy the comforts of their home dishes, as well as explore new tastes and recipes. Hiya Grover explores the range of international grocery stores in Belfast.

Dumplings and bao buns at the Dumpling Library
Mehak Bindra | 5 June, 2023

The amount of restaurants to choose from in Belfast can be extensive and overwhelming, so Mehak has put together her top 6 recommendations to cover everything from breakfast to lunch and dinner to drinks!

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Keerthana Sundararaj | 5 May, 2023

Thinking of studying Management at Queen's? Check out Keerthana's great video!

Stethoscope in a heart shape
Hiya Grover | 26 April, 2023

Starting Medical School, be that straight from high school or a previous degree, can be a huge change, and it’s sometimes hard to know what to expect. Blogger Hiya is here to give you an idea of a typical week for her.

Screen of apps
Hiya Grover | 15 February, 2023

Finding your footing in the first year isn’t always easy, so Hiya has put together a list of a few apps that could help organise your time and notes.

Lu in the careers building on her phone
Mehak Bindra | 23 February, 2023

Our phones make life so much easier if it’s to talk to someone, share what you’ve been doing recently or trying to do some research. Use that to your advantage by downloading these 6 apps that Mehak highly recommends to make your life simpler!

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Hiya Grover | 9 January, 2023

Join Hiya for a tour through the Medical Biology Centre Library at Queen's.

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Hiya Grover | 6 January, 2023

Join Hiya for a tour through the McClay Library and see all the facilities, resources and study spaces.

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Ashvi Prem | 3 January, 2023

Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi, Holi, Diwali, Bollywood Night, Qulture Shock and more! Indian student Ashvi discusses all the things you can do to feel closer to home and mix with the Indian community at Queen's and in Belfast.

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Divyata Bhola | 27 December, 2022

Join Indian postgrad student Divyata for her tour of all the great facilities and support services in One Elmwood Student Centre and Students’ Union.

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Sreyashi Acharjee | 20 December, 2022

Take a look at all the fun events happening at Queen's during the festive season, from karaoke to potluck parties, there's something for everyone and they're a great way to make friends, socialise and get in the Christmas spirit!

Bus outside the uni
Mehak Bindra | 19 December, 2022

As well as finishing up your registration for university, getting your BRP and settling into your new home, there are so many things on your to-do list that you must not neglect. Here's Mehak's step-by-step guide to help you!

Three MBA students in hard hats
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.

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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.

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Sreyashi Acharjee | 1 December, 2022

Do you want to get on a PhD programme but have no idea where to start or how to find funding? Sreyashi is here with her amazing video guide to application timelines, applying for scholarships, acing interviews and writing your application.

The Graduate School
Sreyashi Acharjee | 25 November, 2022

At the Graduate School at Queen's, you can avail of high-quality, transdisciplinary training and development to help you stand out in a fast-paced, global job market. Hear about the highlights in PhD student Sreyashi's blog.

Syreshi in the lift
Sreyashi Acharjee | 31 October, 2022

Happy Halloween everyone! Join postgrad student Sreyashi for a taste of the spooktacular Halloween activities taking place in Queen's Accommodation!

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Ashvi Prem | 29 August, 2022

Indian student vlogger Ashvi Prem takes you on a tour of her favourite spots around campus. See the 'Star Trek' lecture theatre and get a look at a K-Pop dance class!

Ashvi and her flatmates Elms BT1
Ashvi Prem | 5 July, 2022

Indian student vlogger Ashvi Prem takes you on a tour of her room and flat in Elms BT1 and shows what she gets up to with her flatmates.

Street Art saying yeo
Manasa Ramakrishna | 30 June, 2022

Moving to a new country often comes with culture shock. Manasa has some tips about religion, recipes and celebrating cultural events in Belfast.

Shot of Lanyon- looking directly up at it
Nikita Sharma | 5 May, 2022

Are you an International Student who would love a 50% reduction in fees for a Russell Group university? Hear from Indian student Nikita Sharma on how she received a Vice-Chancellor's Attainment Scholarship and what it means to her.

Suhani getting a Tesco meal deal
Suhani Puneet Abrol | 28 April, 2022

Indian student vlogger Suhani Puneet Abrol has some top tips for where to get bargains and the best places to shop in Belfast.

Ashvi Prem and friends
Ashvi Prem | 14 April, 2022

Indian student vlogger Ashvi Prem has some top tips for International Students coming to Queen's. Spoiler alert...it rains here sometimes!

Queen's Business School
Irene Pathan | 4 April, 2022

Irene Pathan from India is in her first year at Queen’s studying Business Management. She's written this blog to tell you what her life at Queen’s is really like.

Vishakha Ranade, Mechanical Engineering | 29 April, 2020

From how to find bargains to planning when to purchase, Vishakha is sharing her top tips for getting the most out of a student budget when looking for clothes.

Ruchismita Bhattacharjee, Business Analytics | 12 March, 2020

Korean Pop is taking over everywhere from the runway to Instagram – and Queen’s are on top of the K-Pop hype with the K-Pop Society, says Ruchismita Bhattacharjee

Ruchismita Bhattacharjee, Business Analytics | 5 March, 2020

From sporting clubs to on-site gyms, Queen’s has everything you need to live a healthy lifestyle, says Ruchismita Bhattacharjee.

Derry girls
Ruchismita Bhattacharjee, Business Analytics | 24 February, 2020

Searching for a cultural reference point before you move to Belfast? Binge-watch these movies and TV shows to get up-to-speed on the local lingo and landscapes, says Ruchismita Bhattacharjee.

Ruchismita Bhattacharjee, Business Analytics | 20 January, 2020

Ruchismita Bhattacharjee shares her experience of the Master Your Leadership programme at Queen’s Graduate School.

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.

Ruchismita Bhattacharjee, Business Analytics | 17 January, 2020

Worried about making friends at Queen’s? Our blogger Ruchismita reveals how she developed her uni friendship group.

Tejinder Gill, BDS Dentistry | 3 February, 2019

If you love a good curry then you're in luck because there are some fantastic places to find some near campus. Today Tejinder is sharing her absolute favourites.

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Shreya Mohal, International MBA | 17 July, 2018

The Santander Internship in India is just one of the many global opportunities offered at Queen’s.

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Shreya Mohal, International MBA | 2 July, 2018

The Brussels Workplace Study Tour is just one of the many global opportunities offered at Queen’s.

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Shreya Mohal, International MBA | 4 May, 2018

Step out of your comfort zone and begin a challenging journey, says MBA student Shreya Mohal.

snowy Queen's
Shreya Mohal, International MBA | 2 March, 2018

The Northern Irish weather can be, erm, unpredictable, but it also throws up some beautifully unexpected surprises, says MBA student Shreya Mohal.

Indian students
Shreya Mohal, International MBA | 12 February, 2018

Living and studying at Queen’s University has been the best experience, but it’s not without a few surprises, says MBA student Shreya Mohal.