Queen's University Belfast

Overview:

• Founded in 1845 as Queen's College Belfast
• Received its royal charter in 1908, becoming Queen's University Belfast
• One of the UK's leading research-intensive universities
• Ranked 173rd in the QS World University Rankings 2023
• Notable achievements include:
  • Discovery of the antibiotic penicillin by Alexander Fleming
  • Development of the first artificial heart by Sir John McMichael
  • Pioneering research in nanotechnology and cancer treatment

Student Life:

• Over 27,000 students from over 130 countries
• 200+ student clubs and societies
• 50+ sports teams
• Student support services include:
  • Counseling and mental health support
  • Disability support
  • International student support
• Campus facilities include:
  • Student Union building
  • Sports center
  • Library
  • Accommodation for over 5,000 students

Academics:

• 24 academic schools and institutes
• Over 300 undergraduate and postgraduate programs
• Faculty of over 2,000 academic staff
• Teaching methodologies include:
  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Seminars
  • Practical work
• Academic support services include:
  • Academic skills center
  • Writing center
  • Mathematics support center
• Unique academic programs or initiatives:
  • Centre for Data Analytics and Machine Learning
  • Institute for Global Food Security
  • Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology

Top Reasons to Study Here:

• World-class research and teaching
• Excellent student support services
• Vibrant and diverse student life
• Strong industry connections
• Notable alumni include:
  • Mary McAleese, former President of Ireland
  • Seamus Heaney, Nobel Prize-winning poet
  • Van Morrison, singer-songwriter

Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center
• Accommodation services
• Library with over 1 million books and journals
• Technology support
• Career development services