Queen's University Belfast

Queen's University Belfast is a university in Belfast. International students should budget around US$40,400 a year in total, covering roughly US$28,800 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 6 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 28 institutions we list in United Kingdom.

Tuition: US$28,800/yr
Living: US$11,500/yr
Total: US$40,400/yr
Type: University
Location: Belfast

Why students choose Queen's University Belfast

The Oxford of Ireland — among the nine oldest universities in the UK, with nearly 200 years of history
A member of the Russell Group, the UK's 24 leading research-intensive universities, and the only one in Northern Ireland
Top 200 worldwide and top 21 in the UK
Top 100 in the world for sustainability and positive environmental impact
21 subjects in the global top 200, including Pharmacy, Nursing, Performing Arts, Social Policy and Management
Placements of up to a year build experience and a competitive edge in the job market
93% of Queen's graduates are in work or further study, ranking 9th in the UK for graduate prospects
Top 15 in the world for campus beauty; 3rd in the UK for learning environment and facilities
Belfast is among the ten fastest-growing tech cities in the UK, known for being safe and inexpensive

Queen's University Belfast fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for Queen's University Belfast
Item	Amount
Classroom-based tuition	GBP 22,400/year
Laboratory-based tuition	GBP 26,600/year
Pre-clinical placement tuition	GBP 39,200
Clinical placement tuition	GBP 47,000
Classroom-based tuition	GBP 23,000
Laboratory-based tuition	GBP 27,600

Queen's University Belfast entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Bachelor's

High school graduate with good results plus a recognised foundation or transfer programme, or
Successful completion of the first undergraduate year in a related field, or
A Levels or the International Baccalaureate
English at IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 90, or another certificate the institution recognises; some subjects set a higher or lower bar

Master's

A good bachelor's degree from a recognised university

Foundation and transfer programmes

You can prepare through the tailored foundation programmes at the Queen's University Belfast International Study Centre.
Courses include:
International Foundation in Architecture, Business and Engineering, leading into year one of many Queen's bachelor's degrees; open to students who have completed year 11
International Year One in Management and Finance, Engineering and Computer Science, giving direct entry to year two of a bachelor's degree
Pre-Master's, preparing you for direct entry to selected master's programmes in Finance, Management and Social Sciences
Find out more at the Queen's University Belfast International Study Centre

Scholarships at Queen's University Belfast

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: 50% of tuition across four undergraduate years
Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: 50% of tuition across two postgraduate years
International Undergraduate Scholarships: up to GBP 4,000
International Postgraduate Scholarships: up to GBP 5,000
Queen's Business School Awards: GBP 6,000
LLB Law Senior Status Scholarship: GBP 4,000

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at Queen's University Belfast?

Budget roughly US$40,400 a year in total — about US$28,800 in tuition and US$11,500 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for Queen's University Belfast?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. High school graduate with good results plus a recognised foundation or transfer programme, or

Where is Queen's University Belfast?

Queen's University Belfast is in Belfast, United Kingdom.

Can international students work while studying at Queen's University Belfast?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In United Kingdom the current allowance is 20 hours/week during term, and the post-study route is graduate route — 2 years (18 months from jan 2027).