Queen's University Belfast

Queens University Belfast is ranked 202 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026) based in Belfast, at the heart of Northern Ireland.

At Queen's we offer postgraduate courses that produce world-class graduates and provide students with the skills they need to excel in the workplace. Discover our wide range of courses on Course Finder where you can see entry requirements, fees and funding opportunities.

Research that shapes worlds

Queen’s University Belfast is a member of the Russell Group, a group of 24 leading UK research intensive universities. We are ranked 24th in the UK for Research Power with 88% of research submitted by Queen’s has been assessed as world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021/ Times Higher Education).

We continue to drive forward research to shape worlds, focusing on five key areas. Ensuring a healthy living for all through developing solutions and treatments for diseases; helping to deliver a transformative and sustainable economy for future generations; leading on secure connected intelligence and AI and the data revolution. We are at the forefront of delivering future focused through human environment relations; and will continue our strong history of expertise in conflict resolution and building inclusive and cohesive communities.

A world class Graduate School

The Graduate School is located in the beautifully restored and remodelled Victorian Lynn library, where distinguished heritage meets 21st-century vision. This fully accessible space has modern, hi-tech meeting and group study rooms, a silent study area and social spaces. It's a vibrant hub, inspiring intellectual exchange and collaboration. Here, students make valuable connections, benefit from mentoring relationships and networks, and from our international partnerships with other graduate schools.

At The Graduate School, you can avail of high-quality, transdisciplinary training and development to help you stand out in a fast-paced, global job market. We offer a range of innovative programmes, networking events and workshops designed to help you develop the skills to become 'Future Ready'.

We focus on employability

Queen’s is first in the Russell Group for graduate employability and further study (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2021/22). Postgraduates develop readiness for the future and the ability to be confident in managing their own career, whether in academia or beyond. As well as central career and employer events, Graduate School employability programmes, ‘Future Ready’ and ‘Master Your Future Success’ prepares postgraduate students for their next steps.

Queen’s Graduate Plus award is a vehicle for accrediting work-related learning and skills that current postgraduate taught students develop through extra-curricular activities, including the range of skills development workshops offered by the Graduate School. The Graduate Plus is a specific award for Master's students and is recognised by a range of employers.

Queen's graduates have an excellent track record in highly successful and diverse careers. Work experience is embedded in many of our programmes, and employers actively target our graduates.

A city-based campus

Queens University Belfast is ranked 202 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024) based in Belfast, at the heart of Northern Ireland.

At Queen’s we offer postgraduate courses that produce world-class graduates and equip students with the skills they need to excel in their careers. Discover our wide range of courses available on Course Finder where you can see entry requirements, fees and funding opportunities

Research to reality

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We continue to drive forward research to shape worlds, focusing on five key areas. Ensuring a healthy living for all through developing solutions and treatments for diseases; helping to deliver a transformative and sustainable economy for future generations; leading on secure connected intelligence and AI and the data revolution. We are at the forefront of delivering future focused solutions through human environment relations; and will continue our strong history of expertise in conflict resolution and building inclusive and cohesive communities

One Elmwood: the heartbeat for life at Queen's

One Elmwood: the heartbeat for student life at Queen's

Our new state-of-the art building One Elmwood, brings the Students’ Union and Student Services together under one roof—creating a space where support, study, and social life seamlessly blend from your first question to your final year.

Situated across from the historic Lanyon building, it has everything you’d expect, from bars and entertainment venues to student kitchen facilities. There are spaces to relax, shops, cafes, and tech-friendly study zones.

This is a new heartbeat for campus life, with a range of support services, and loads of different activities to help you make friends, try something new, and develop your skills throughout your time at Queen’s.

Belfast is a modern, welcoming, capital city which is affordable and easy to get around. It is also a learning city with a passion for progress – a passion shared by Queen’s University.

Unique location

With a long heritage at almost 200 years old, Queen’s University Belfast is one of the oldest universities in the UK. (Complete University Guide 2025).

Located in the centre of Belfast, Queen’s is at the heart of the city’s social and economic heart, sharing a commitment to excellence, innovation and prosperity as Belfast flourishes into a global food, culture, arts and shopping destination.

Northern Ireland has the lowest student living costs in the UK (Save the Student National Student Money Survey 2024), making it one of the best places to be a student. See how Queen's University compares with other universities in key costs including tuition fees, accommodation, weekly groceries and travel expenses.

Student Living Costs

This is a place of rugged, natural beauty, where every day there’s something new to discover, From breath-taking landscapes, lakes and forests, to a dramatic coastline, to exciting cities and the many friends you haven’t met yet.

You’ll settle in in no time while feeling safe and secure, as Belfast is in the safest region in the UK (UK Crime Surveys 2022/23)

Life in Belfast

Accommodation

Studying in Belfast is a fantastic experience. It’s even better when you know you’re living somewhere safe, comfortable and affordable.

Queen's offers a range of campus and city-based accommodation, all located within easy walking distance of the University.

By choosing Queen’s Accommodation, students enjoy the convenience and reassurance of university-managed housing, with dedicated support tailored to their living needs. This includes a vibrant Residential Life Programme with over 500 events each year, dedicated pastoral care, a 24/7 safety and security team, and regular maintenance — all designed to help students feel supported and at home.

Our purpose-built postgraduate accommodation, Willow Walk located at Elms village BT9, offers a mix of studio, one, two, three, and four-bedroom apartments, each with a modern contemporary design.

For more independent living, Queen's Houses offer postgraduate students all-important flexibility. Mount Charles, just two minutes from the main campus and located off Botanic Avenue, places students right in the heart of one of Belfast’s most vibrant and lively neighbourhoods.

Learn more about accommodation at Queen’s