Queen's University Belfast

Queen's University Belfast (QUB) was founded in 1845 as Queen's College Belfast and became an independent university in 1908. Located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland, QUB is a member of the Russell Group of 24 leading UK research-intensive universities. It is ranked top 175 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2027) and 7th in the world for international outlook (Times Higher Education 2027). Some 99% of its research environment is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021), with particular strength in Agriculture, Food and Veterinary Sciences (1st in the UK), Allied Health Professions (4th in the UK), and Law (8th in the UK). QUB has approximately 3,700 international students from 112 countries. The campus has seen £700 million in recent investment and offers extensive student facilities including the McClay Library, One Elmwood Student Centre, and multiple accommodation villages. The university holds a QAA quality assurance review, Athena Swan Gold Award, and is registered with the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (NIC101788). Northern Ireland has the lowest student living costs in the UK, making QUB one of the most affordable Russell Group destinations.