Queen's University Belfast

Queen’s ranks joint 174th worldwide in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and 23rd in the Complete University Guide 2027. Its subject results include first place for both Social Work and Agriculture and Forestry in the Complete University Guide, with 14 subjects placed in the UK’s top ten.

Queen’s Careers, Employability and Skills service helps students explore career options and develop their employability. Careers consultations and sector-specific resources support you as you plan your next steps. Through Graduate Support, graduates can continue accessing careers services and MyFuture, the university’s online careers platform, for up to two years after graduation.

For 2026/27, standard full-time undergraduate fees are £4,985 for students assessed at the Northern Ireland rate and £9,790 for those from England, Scotland and Wales. Eligible Republic of Ireland nationals resident in the Republic also pay £4,985. International undergraduate fees include £22,400 for classroom-based courses and £26,600 for laboratory-based courses, with medical courses costing more. Check your fee status and course fees for your entry year.

For 2026/27, the Queen’s Bursary provides £490 to eligible full-time Northern Ireland and Great Britain undergraduate and PGCE students with verified household incomes of £19,203 or less, subject to paying the full applicable tuition fee. It is normally paid directly into your bank account in February. Students experiencing financial difficulties can also explore the university’s financial support options, with eligibility depending on their circumstances and the fund.