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Three students sitting on the lawn in the quad
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 10 April, 2024

Colombian student Isabella tells us how she is overcoming the language barrier since her arrival to Belfast; and offers some tips to improve English language skills while at Queen's.

Queen's front gates
Bisma Arshad | 3 April, 2024

Bisma explains what prompted her to make the big move from Pakistan to Belfast for Postgraduate study; and why Queen's is the perfect spot for her academic journey.

The Lanyon Building, facade of Queen's University Belfast
Abigail Hee | 1 April, 2024

Medicine student Abi sheds some light on the Malaysian student experience at Queen's!

The Graduate School, Main Site tower, and University Square
Valeriia Gorobchuk | 31 May, 2024

Here's a glimpse into PG student Valeriia's journey from the heart of Russia to Belfast, and how she found her home away from home at Queen's.

Students at the HAPP formal
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 20 May, 2024

Colombian student Isabella recently attended a formal hosted by the School of History, Anthroplogy, Philosophy and Politics. Check out her recap of the night below!

Three students walking in front of the Lanyon
Fioreinz Sandjaja | 29 March, 2024

Indonesian student Fioreinz writes about her experience with INTO Queen's and how she has managed the transition to life in Belfast.

Student outside the Lanyon
Pinar Celik Chippari | 20 March, 2024

Hey there! Imagine going from the vibrant energy of Izmir to the charming streets of Belfast – that's been my incredible journey as a Turkish student at Queen's University Belfast.

Samson and Goliath cranes in Belfast
Xinxin Wang | 19 March, 2024

Read why Chinese student Xinxin regrets nothing about the decision to study her LLM at Queen's!

Students walking through the quad
George Manea | 8 March, 2024

Music and Sound Design student George describes his journey from full-time work in Romania and beyond to full-time study at Queen's.

Lanyon at night
Damilare Famakinde | 4 March, 2024

Nigerian PhD student Damilare gives us a glimpse into his new life in Belfast and the Nigerian community at Queen's.

The Lanyon Building
Ghada Al Fakih | 28 February, 2024

Hello, world. I'm Ghada Al Fakih, a Lebanese woman, a lover of my homeland, and a clinical health psychology master's student at Queen's University Belfast.

London bridge
Maxwell Higginbotham | 23 February, 2024

A look into the opportunities for travelling from Queen’s as a first-year student.

Student standing in front of H&W cranes
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 21 February, 2024

Beyond academic pursuits, studying abroad for university offers students the opportunity to experience new cultures, traditions and perspectives. Read why Colombian student Isabella is enjoying her new life in Belfast and at Queen's.

Two students looking out window in accommodation
Dallas Mustard | 19 February, 2024

Moving away from friends and family can be a challenge for new students - Canadian Law student Dallas shares some top tips to battle the bouts of homesickness.

Rainbow over the Quad at Queen's University
Luyao Yan | 14 February, 2024

PhD Translation student Luyao details her 'colourful' life at Queen's and in Belfast since her arrival from China.