Queens – Belfast

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When you come to Queen’s you’ll be getting involved in one of the most exciting universities in theUK- as well as one of the biggest.  Students are the lifeblood of Queen’s and the delivery of the best possible educational experience to you is central to the University’s existence.

Queen’s University is unique. Few other universities across the world combine international recognition for research and national recognition for innovation in the curriculum with the student-centred ethos and leadership role in the community which are the hallmarks of Queen’s.

A history of academic excellence provides a firm foundation for our forward-looking and confident vision for the future, which will ensure that you can look forward to being taught to the highest standards by academics who are both world-class teachers and researchers.

Undergraduate students benefit from a thriving research environment at Queen’s. Our students are taught by academics who are also leading researchers at the forefront of their disciplines.

Queen’s is a vibrant 21^st century institution building on the excellence of its past to create an even brighter future and nurturing a dynamic community of academics and students to contribute to society around the world. There has never been a better time to enjoy the ‘Queen’s Experience’.

Reasons to choose Queen’s University Belfast

Dating back to 1845, Queen’s University Belfast is the ninth oldest university in theUKwith a heritage dating back over 150 years.

A first class student experience in world-class facilities

We are a Russell Group University, one of theUK’s 20 leading research intensive institutions

We are ranked in theUKtop 20 in 17 subject areas (Times Good University Guide 2012)

From our new-look Students’ Union to the Physical Education Centre, (selected as a training camp for the 2012 Olympics), the magnificient £50 million McClay Library, the Elms Student Village and our Student Guidance Centre, we offer the opportunity to study at one of the best equipped campuses in Europe and beyond.

Based in Belfast,Northern Ireland’s capital city, it’s the second safest city in the world (United Nations) and has the lowest cost of living in theUK(British Council)

Queen’s offers a full range of courses to international students who need additional language training through INTO Queen’s

• Entrepreneurship is the lifeblood of our students

Enterpriseand entrepreneurial skills are embedded throughout the curriculum which culminated in Queen’s winning the prestigious title of ‘EntrepreneurialUniversityof the Year’ at the Times Higher Education Awards in 2009.

• We are one of the eminent research universities in the world

Queen’s pioneering research aimed at protecting the lives and livelihoods of some of the poorest people on the planet has been recognised in the award of ‘Outstanding Engineering Research Team of the Year’ at the Times Higher Education Awards 2010.

• Northern Ireland is a must-see destination

From its wonderful coast and glens to its vibrant citiesNorthern Irelandoffers an enormous variety of landscapes, cultural and leisure opportunities. It was ranked third in the ‘Top European Regions of the Future’ in the Financial Times FDI European Regions and Cities of the Future Awards 2008-2009.

Its capital city,Belfast, is a modern European city that is bursting with life. Most major British cities are within an hour’s flight from the city’s two airports, with many flights each day to the rest of the British Isles and mainlandEurope.

Queen’s historic campus is located in the attractive, leafy suburbs ofSouth Belfast, a lively area only 15 minutes from the city centre and packed with student facilities.

Campus Life

Queen’s University is located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland’s capital city – a bustling, cosmopolitan city boasting a vibrant social life and rich cultural heritage.

The University campus is one of the best-equipped in Europe and includes everything you need, from nightclubs to sporting facilities, restaurants and our own art house cinema – all within walking distance from student accommodation – to complete your life-changing experience at Queen’s. Click on the links below to find out more about our wide range of student facilities.