Queen’s University Belfast: an exceptional and affordable education at a top-ranked Russell Group university

Get ready to start something amazing at Queen’s University Belfast – one of the UK’s leading universities, known for its history, research and world-class education.

Queen’s University Belfast is based in Northern Ireland's cosmopolitan capital, Belfast – an incredible place to live, learn and grow. Belfast has two airports with regular national and international flights, and offers students the lowest cost of living in the UK (Mercer Cost of Living City Ranking 2023).

Why choose Queen’s University Belfast?

• Rankings, heritage and reputation – This prestigious university is part of the UK’s elite Russell Group of 24 research-intensive institutions. Queen’s has 23 subjects in the UK top 20 and 13 subjects in the UK top 10 (The Complete University Guide 2024).

• Prioritizing your employability – Ranked 9th in the UK for career prospects after 15 months (Guardian University Guide 2024) and 170th in the world for graduate prospects (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022).

• Investing in your future – Queen’s is currently undergoing a £700 million development, spending £350 million on improving facilities so far. In addition, we are offering generous scholarships to our students both for INTO Queen’s programs and when you progress to the university.

Living in Belfast

Where will I study my preparation course?

During your INTO program, you’ll study at the INTO Queen’s Study Center – located on the university’s inspiring campus. You’ll benefit from excellent facilities, a dedicated support team and university-style teaching to prepare you for university.