Quick Summary
Since 1845, Queen’s University Belfast has been one of United Kingdom's prominent public research universitys, based in Belfast. Ranked #206 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 25000 students including 18% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Nursing, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Dentistry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 35%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Member of the prestigious Russell Group, located in the lowest cost-of-living city for students in the UK, and ranked highly for research intensity.
Subject Strengths
NursingPharmacy and PharmacologyDentistryLawSocial PolicyArchitectureCivil Engineering
Founded1845
TypePublic Research University
Total Students25000
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio16.2
CampusUrban
Campus Size100 acres
Affiliated HospitalsBelfast City Hospital,Royal Victoria Hospital,Ulster Hospital
AccreditationAACSB,EQUIS,AMBA,Privy Council
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#206
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#201-250
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Postgraduate Taught,Postgraduate Research,Short Courses,Continuing Professional Development
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Institute for Global Food Security,The Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice,Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT),Wellcome-Wolfson Institute for Experimental Medicine
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
AACSB,EQUIS,AMBA,Privy Council
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate35%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1250
ACT27
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 30 (International), January 31 (UCAS Standard)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · Limited January start options (Varies by course)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For undergraduate courses, focus heavily on the UCAS personal statement and ensure your predicted grades meet the entry requirements for the specific 'A-level' equivalence. For postgraduate study, a strong research proposal is vital for PhD applicants.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pound Sterling
UG Tuition
£19,900/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£10,000/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£18,500/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£29,900/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate Taught,Postgraduate Research,Short Courses,Continuing Professional Development programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Pharmacy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Software Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Business Analytics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with local and global companies like Deloitte, PwC, and Kainos through the Careers and Employability service.
Industry Connections
DeloittePwCKainosIntelBelfast City Council
Notable Alumni
Liam Neeson,Seamus Heaney,Mary McAleese,Lord Trimble
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Physical Education Centre (PEC),Queen's Playing Fields (Upper Malone),Climbing walls,Swimming pools
Student Clubs
200
Library Resources
The McClay Library, housing over 1.2 million volumes and extensive digital archives.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available