A friendly university in the heart of vibrant Belfast

If you are looking for a welcoming institution with very strong academic leadership and a progressive, inclusive approach to campus life in a fascinating city, then Queen’s University Belfast could be for you. It offers a friendly atmospheric campus that is convenient to Belfast’s thriving social scene, shopping and cafe culture. It’s quiet Victorian quad offers peaceful study areas and meeting places just a stone’s throw from your accommodation and the excitement of city life.

Queen’s has earned an international reputation for academic excellence in social justice, peace, and reconciliation studies. You’ll find outstanding courses in each of these areas, including a selection of unique courses focused on divided societies, and a flexible approach to curriculum choices.

  • QUB is part of the Russell Group which represents 24 leading UK universities committed to maintaining the very best research, an outstanding teaching and learning experience and unrivaled links with business and the public sector.

  • The vibrant Students' Union supports over 150 clubs and societies such as fencing, cricket, canoe, volunteering and music society. The Queen’s Sport facility was selected as a training ground for the 2012 Olympics. Watch: Queen’s international students on life and study in Belfast.

  • The McClay Library, which houses the C.S. Lewis Reading Room, was the winner of RICS Sustainability Award 2010.

  • Queen's Loyalty Scholarship: Study abroad students who return to Queen's to complete a full-time postgraduate degree are also eligible for 20% tuition fee reduction in year 1.

  • Learn more about our Arcadia in Dublin Center.

Fees & Scholarship Details
Term/Period Departure Date Return Credits Base Program Fee Application Deadline
Spring 2024 1/2/2024 6/1/2024 15 $22,415 10/15/2023 More Info
Fall 2024 9/4/2024 12/14/2024 15 $22,150 4/20/2024 More Info
Academic Year 2024 9/4/2024 5/31/2025 30 $42,900 4/20/2024 More Info

Program fees listed are base fees only. Please select MORE INFO for an estimate of additional expenses and any additional fees that may be incurred based on enrollment selections or housing placements. Dates and fees for future terms will be posted as they become available. Please see Program Calendar for detailed dates.

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Scholarships

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Program Details

Country

Northern Ireland

Language of Instruction

English

City

Belfast

Location Type

Small City

Housing

As a participant on an Arcadia program, you are guaranteed housing. Our priority is to provide a safe, clean, cost-effective and convenient place for you to live, while offering you every opportunity to explore the local culture and community.

Housing

Health & Safety

Student health, safety and security in Ireland are our top priorities. Our experienced and well-connected staff are prepared to deal with any emergencies that may arise...

Health & Safety