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Global Honors Program in Belfast!

Queen’s University Belfast welcomes visiting students from Belmont University as part of our ongoing partnership. Ranked in the top 200 globally (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024), Queen’s offers an outstanding academic experience in a vibrant and dynamic city.

Belfast, a lively capital with a thriving student population, is known for its energy, culture, and easy accessibility. From exploring Game of Thrones filming locations to discovering caves, castles, and coastline, there’s plenty to experience - all within an hour’s drive. As a university located in Northern Ireland, Queen’s provides a unique blend of UK and Irish cultures, along with a supportive and engaging campus environment.

We look forward to welcoming you to Queen’s University Belfast!

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Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions answered

See below a list of frequently asked questions about living and studying in Belfast. Feel free to ask further questions and we will add it to our list.

Where can I exchange currency from USD to GBP?

You can exchange currency at Post Office, eurochange or Marks and Spencer. In some places you will need to order in advance for click and collect and other places you will be able to walk in and exchange. We recommend researching in advance.

Where can I buy UK adaptors?

Adaptors can be purchased from Boots, Argos and other household shops.

Where can I go hiking near Belfast?

There are lots of places you can go hiking near Belfast. We recommend Cave Hill, Divis and the Black Mountain and Carnmoney Hill. For further afield you can take a bus to Newcastle and the Mourne Mountains, which is home to Northern Ireland's tallest mountain, Slieve Donard.

Do I need a visa to go into Europe?

If you entered the UK on a Visitor Visa at the UK border, you will need to purchase an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) if you wish to leave and re-enter the UK after 8th January.

What is my address in my accommodation?

Your address is as follows: YOUR NAME, 8 Oak Avenue, Room XXX, Elms Village, 78 Malone Rd, Belfast, BT9 5BW

 

For further questions, please email ahssabroad@qub.ac.uk.

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Visa Information
If you are studying for less than six months, you can apply for a Visitor Visa for Study, this allows a 6 month max study period.

The process at the UK border (i.e. the airport) for USA passport holders that are studying in the UK for less than 6 months and planning to apply for visitor permission at Heathrow airport on arrival into the UK is as follows.

USA nationals are likely to be directed to an eGate on arrival in to Heathrow airport, this means your passport will be scanned and you will not meet an immigration official.  The act of scanning the passport automatically grants 6 months visitor permission, you will not receive a stamp in your passport – please don’t worry this is okay.  If there is no stamp in a student's passport when completing the registration process at Queen’s the student will need to provide evidence of entering the UK so please keep your boarding pass and flight ticket safe and bring with you to registration.

If you are stopped by an immigration official at the airport and do not use an eGate, it is likely you will only be required to provide a copy of the letter confirming you are studying at Queen’s, this will be sent to all students by the Global Opportunities team at Queen’s.  However, it is possible that students could be asked to provide further evidence, In this case you should provide 3 months bank statements, if the statement is your parents name you should also provide a copy of your birth certificate confirming the relationship; evidence of the arranged accommodation in the UK and if you have booked a flight home evidence of this (not all students will have booked a flight so this may not be possible).

The UK are introducing a new requirement for US nationals entering the UK from 8 January 2025 to apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation). If you intend to leave the UK at any point during your course, you must ensure you have an ETA in place to return. It costs £10 to apply and can be done online.

If you have any further questions about your visa, please contact the Immigration Support Service team at immigration@qub.ac.uk, where the immigration advisers will be happy to help

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Learning at Queen's
Most modules (classes) will require the use of Canvas

Please access the Learning at Queen's for further learning and instructions on how to log in to Canvas and access the demo module. 

For further resources, please see the Canvas Training webpage.

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Healthcare and Insurance
All Belmont University students are required to have International Health Insurance when abroad on Belmont affiliated travel.

Private Healthcare Providers and Emergency Contacts

For any other health & wellbeing-related issues, you can book an appointment with a General Practitioner (GP) or other medical specialist in a private practice. Please note that most GP doctors in the UK are part of the National Health Service. 

You will need to pay the provider directly, however, your insurance provider will reimburse all eligible medical expenses. Please read your insurance documentation carefully. 

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VITALIS Health

Ulster Independent Clinic

If you are involved in an emergency or serious incident please notify a member of the Residential Life Team or security in BT1 who will notify the AHSS Abroad Team where appropriate.

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Emergency Contact Information
In times of an emergency.

In the event of an emergency, please ring the Emergency Services on 999. You will have to state which service(s) you require such as: police, ambulance, fire and rescue services.

If you are involved in an emergency or serious incident please notify a member of the Residential Life Team or security in BT1 who will notify the AHSS Abroad Team where appropriate.

In a non-emergency call 101. 

Students who require immediate Wellbeing support can contact the following: 

  • Inspire – (24/7 helpline – Freephone) – 0808 800 0016 (Wellbeing Support) 
  • Lifeline – (24/7 helpline – Freephone) – 0808 808 8000 (Crisis Support) 
  • Samaritans – 116 123

QUB Campus Security Contact information:

Telephone: 028 90 975099  Email: security@qub.ac.uk

Please visit the Campus Safety Guide for more information. 

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Useful Contacts
Feel free to contact us with any questions you have!

 

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Accommodation
As a Belmont University student at QUB you will be staying in Elms BT9.
Elms BT9 is a purpose-built accommodation facility for students, offering a range of modern, comfortable and secure accommodation. Set in a leafy residential area, this modern village style residence is located just 10 minutes walk from the University campus and 30 minutes walk from Belfast city centre.

Rooms are all single occupancy with shared bathroom facilities, located in low rise accommodation blocks of three floors with a common room, kitchen and television available on each floor. 

Included in your accommodation is a  Kitchen/Bedding combined pack with contents as below:

 
Kitchen and Bedding Packs

The cobined Kitchen and Bedding pack includes:

  • 1 x White Ceramic Dinner Plate
  • 1 x White Ceramic Side Plate
  • 1 x White Ceramic Cereal Bowl
  • 1 x White Ceramic Mug
  • 1 x Glass
  • 1 x Table Knife
  • 1 x Table Fork
  • 1 x Dessert Spoon
  • 1 x Teaspoon
  • 1 x Medium Saucepan and Lid
  • 1 x Small Frying Pan
  • 1 x Utensil Set
  • 1 x Can Opener
  • 1 x Vegetable Knife
  • 1 x Oven Tray
  • 1 x Tea Towel
  • 1 x Pillow
  • 1 x Pillow cover
  • 1 x Duvet
  • 1 x Duvet cover
  • 1 x Flat sheet
  • 1 x Mattress protector
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Student Life
The area surrounding our campus is the most vibrant district of Belfast.

When you’re on campus it’s easy to become a part of our thriving student community with over 200 clubs and societies for you to join.

The Students’ Union is active in planning events and engaging with the student body, ensuring you’ll always have the opportunity to make the most of your time at Queen’s.

Click here for more information on Student Life at Queen's.

Fees
When completing registration, under the fees payment section:

Please choose the option that states 'My fees will be paid by an external sponsor'

You will then be asked to input Belmont's information and choose the amount to be paid which will be the full fee amount.

 

Online Payment
Access to money
It is important you arrive financially prepared for the first few weeks
As you will be staying in the UK for less than six months, you may find it difficult to open a UK bank account, therefore you may wish to look into other banking options like the below. Most retail outlets in the UK and Ireland may not accept Discover or American Express, please bring a Visa or MasterCard instead. Please note the University is not officially recommending use of these services but options to be considered include:
Musical Instruments
Some options for renting a musical instrument whilst in Belfast are:
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