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Queen's University Belfast

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Overview

Established in 1849, the Queen's University Belfast is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Belfast (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Northern Ireland. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Queen's University Belfast (QUB) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. Queen's University Belfast (QUB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 176-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this UK higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. QUB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Queen's University Belfast's Control Typepublic

Entity

Queen's University Belfast's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Queen's University Belfast' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Queen's University Belfast's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym QUB
Founded 1849
Motto Pro tanto quid retribuamus
For so much, what shall we give back?
Colours
Mascot
Video Presentation

University Location

Address University Road
Belfast
BT7 1NN Northern Ireland
United Kingdom
Queen's University Belfast's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Queen's University Belfast Phone Number (28) 9024 5133
Queen's University Belfast Fax Number (28) 9097 5137
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Queen's University Belfast is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Queen's University Belfast's academic range and degree level offering.



Queen's University Belfast: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Queen's University Belfast's areas of study and degree levels currently offered. The above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Queen's University Belfast categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Queen's University Belfast.



Queen's University Belfast: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Queen's University Belfast's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Queen's University Belfast's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Queen's University Belfast's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 30-39% making it a very selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Queen's University Belfast's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Queen's University Belfast has more than 7400 international students.

Queen's University Belfast's Admission Office Admission Office

Administration Building, Queen's University Belfast
Belfast BT71NN
(28) 9097 5081
(28) 9097 3838

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Queen's University Belfast's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Queen's University Belfast's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Queen's University Belfast's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Queen's University Belfast's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Queen's University Belfast's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Queen's University Belfast's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Queen's University Belfast's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Queen's University Belfast's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Queen's University Belfast is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Queen's University Belfast's Library University Library

Yes Visit Queen's University Belfast's Library


Queen's University Belfast's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Queen's University Belfast's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Queen's University Belfast's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes


University Services


Queen's University Belfast's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Queen's University Belfast's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Queen's University Belfast's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Queen's University Belfast's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Queen's University Belfast's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Queen's University Belfast's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Queen's University Belfast's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Queen's University Belfast is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1845


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Queen's University Belfast's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Association of International Accountants (AIA)
  • Bar Standards Board (BSB)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)
  • Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)
  • General Medical Council (GMC)
  • General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
  • Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFA)
  • Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
  • Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA)
  • Institute of Physics (IOP)
  • Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
  • Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
  • Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
  • Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)
  • Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland (PSNI)
  • Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS)
  • Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
  • Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Queen's University Belfast as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Queen's University Belfast's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Utrecht Network
  • Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER)
  • Russell Group
  • Universities UK


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Queen's University Belfast 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Queen's University Belfast's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Queen's University Belfast's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Queen's University Belfast's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Queen's University Belfast's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Queen's University Belfast's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Queen's University Belfast's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

Queen's University Belfast's Wikipedia article

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