Your university journey starts by looking at courses.

Here at Queen’s, we have a diverse range of undergraduate courses and on the individual course pages, you will find more information about entry requirements. International students can find information on entry requirements specific to their country/region here.

Browse our full range of courses.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you must be able to demonstrate your competence in written and spoken English to benefit fully from the chosen course of study. Find out more about English language requirements.

Applications for full-time undergraduate degree programmes in the UK must be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). All students can register for the online application facility on the UCAS website.

If you’re in school or college when applying to UCAS, they may provide you with a ‘buzzword’ that you need to enter when registering as it will automatically link you to that centre. If you’re applying independently (not through a school or college), you can still register without a buzzword.

Can I make an application directly to the university?

Students can only apply directly to the university if:

• They want to study for their degree part-time. The same entry requirements apply for part-time study as the full-time option.
• They are an international applicant who wishes to only apply for a course at Queen’s. International students may also have to apply directly if they have been asked to supply more information in advance of submitting a formal UCAS application.

Support available for international students

We have local advisers worldwide who can provide you with information about studying in the UK. They can also help you with your UCAS and visa application.

Find an adviser in your country

If you do not meet the entry requirements, you may wish to consider a preparation course at INTO Queen's University Belfast, which will prepare you for successful study in our degree programmes.

INTO Queen's University Belfast is based on the University campus and offers a varied range of courses. Further information can be found on the INTO Queen's University Belfast website.

Note:

The UCAS application system opens in September for entry to university the following year and once you have registered, you will be able to start your application. Your application can be completed in stages, and you can apply before getting your final exam results.   

UCAS

When completing your application, it's important to remember that universities take everything - not just your exam results - into consideration, so if you have any previous employment or life experience that is relevant, be sure to include it in your application.

For the application form, you will need to include:

• Personal information and qualifications to date
• Up to 5 course options you want to study
• Personal statement
• A reference from a teacher, adviser or professional who knows you academically. If you have left education, a professional colleague can provide your reference (e.g. Line Manager, Work Colleague or Counsellor)

If you're hoping to apply for a course at Queen's, the code name is QBELF and the number is Q75.

Here are the important dates you will need for 2025 entry applications:

* UCAS Extra: You can use this service if you have used all five choices and are not holding an offer.

Direct Applicants

The Queen's Portal is to be used by international applicants who wish to apply directly, and only, to Queen's or who have been asked to provide information in advance of submitting a formal UCAS application. Please note that the Queen's Portal must not be used for applications to Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing/Midwifery, Pharmacy or Social Work.

If you have already submitted a UCAS application to Queen's or any other UK university please contact the Queen’s Admissions Office after submitting your direct entry application via Queen’s Portal.

The Queen’s Admissions Office can be contacted via intl.admissions@qub.ac.uk. Please provide the application reference number displayed on the submission of the application.

Queen’s Portal – Undegraduate Applications

If you later apply through UCAS you must also include Queen's as one of your choices and advise Queen’s Admissions of your UCAS Personal ID.

Please refer to this guide for help on how to complete your direct application.

Once your application is submitted, you will receive a welcome email from UCAS that includes details of how to use the UCAS system to check your application’s progress.

What happens if I want to defer my entry?

Many students may be considering deferring university entry until the following year to gain work experience or travel. At Queen’s, most of our courses (except for Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work) are happy to consider applications from students wishing to defer their year of entry.

If you decide to apply for deferred entry, then you should tell us what you plan to do during your Gap Year in the personal statement section of your UCAS application. If you’re looking to defer your application after you have applied, get in touch with our admissions team and we can discuss moving your entry date to the following year.

If your application is submitted by the 29th of January 2025, the deadline for universities to make offers is 14th May 2025 – however, you may receive an outcome before this deadline.

Your application can have three possible outcomes which are:

• Conditional Offer:  This means the university would like to offer you a place, however, you still need to meet the requirements – this is usually related to your exam results.
• Unconditional Offer:  This means you’ve got a place, although there might still be a few things to arrange.
• Unsuccessful:  An unsuccessful application means the university hasn’t been able to offer you a place on your chosen course.

Now that you have received your offers, you need to reply by choosing a university course that will be your first choice (UCAS refer to this as your firm choice) and a course that will be your second choice (UCAS refer to this as your insurance).

Be aware that there are deadlines for replying to your offers which can be found in your UCAS hub.

What happens if I don’t have any offers?

If you find yourself without any offers there is no reason to worry as you can still apply through UCAS Extra before 4th July 2025 - a free service that allows you to keep applying for higher education courses even if you’ve used up your five original choices or apply through Clearing.

What happens if I change my mind?

Some students may change their minds about what they want to study or where they want to study – and if this happens to you, then you can apply for different courses through UCAS Extra or Clearing. 

If you haven’t managed to get a university place by 5th July 2025, you can apply to Queen’s University through Clearing.

Clearing is when universities across the UK, including Queen’s, advertise any courses that still have spaces on their website or through UCAS. Applications for courses available in Clearing can be completed via UCAS or by applying directly to the university. Please be aware that course options may be limited at this time.

All students are required to complete online registration at the start of each academic year via the Qsis Registration Portal. As a new student, you will receive a welcome email with full instructions from late August onwards on how to register.

Starting university is an exciting and busy time, and to help you settle in we have created a welcome guide that includes everything you need to know from setting up a bank account and registering with a doctor to where the best places are to shop.

Once you arrive, you can join in on our Freshers Week run by our Students Union. There is a full schedule of activities throughout the week that will help you settle into QUB and make new friends.