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Latest Blogs
![Inside the new Queen's Business School](/home/media/business-school-lecture-room-750x359.jpg)
Connie Woods | 28 June, 2024
Being a business management student is extremely fulfilling, action-packed, and fun. My course contains such a variety of modules, so no two days are the same.
![Two students walking down commercial court](/home/media/students-walking-commercial-court-750x359.jpg)
Ghada Al Fakih | 26 June, 2024
Lebanese PG student Ghada shares her top tips for enjoying a safe night out in the city.
![The Hanging Rock, part of Cuilcagh Mountains in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland.](/home/media/hanging-rock-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 25 June, 2024
Colombian PG student Isa documents the most insta-worthy spots in Belfast and beyond!
![Architecture studio](/home/media/architecture-studio-750x359.jpg)
Yashani Gohil | 24 June, 2024
Architecture student Yashani gives an overview of her course at Queen's, including a typical timetable, the course structure and its facilities.
![Student room in Queen's Accommodation, Elms BT1](/home/media/student-writing-accommodation-room-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 21 June, 2024
Colombian student Isabella discusses how she deals with feelings of guilt and anxiety from moving away from home to study her Master's degree.
![Coins going into black piggy bank](/home/media/piggy-bank-change-750x359.jpg)
Radhika Gupta | 19 June, 2024
Second-year medical student Radhika shares five easy ways to make money as a student!
![Student on phone in careers centre](/home/media/student-phone-careers-750x359.jpg)
Malavika Mahendranath | 18 June, 2024
PG student Malavika explains how to make the most of your role as a student ambassador at Queen's.
![Students in tutorial in the Graduate School](/home/media/students-tutorial-grad-school-750x359.jpg)
Rushikesh Mahajan | 17 June, 2024
Indian PG student Rushikesh explains in detail how international students can overcome any difficulties in adapting to a new academic environment at Queen's.
![The Lanyon Quad](/home/media/student-quad-750x359.jpg)
Rushikesh Mahajan | 14 June, 2024
Law and Technology student Rushikesh advises on how to choose your major and how the decision can influence your career trajectory and earning potential.
![Tutor writing ideas on board in Business School](/home/media/business-school-class-board-750x359.jpg)
Aksh Sharma | 12 June, 2024
Medicine student Aksh discusses how SU Enterprise has aided him in his business ventures during his time at Queen's.
![Group of students celebrate Tamil New Year at Elms BT1](/home/media/tamil-new-year-students-750x359.jpg)
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 11 June, 2024
Join PG student Madhurya as she celebrates Puthandu, also known as Tamil New Year, in Elms BT1 accommodation!
![Two women standing on beach in Portrush](/home/media/portrush-parkrun-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 10 June, 2024
PG student Isa takes us on a trip along the North Coast and its must-see attractions.
![Hand painted green holding leaf](/home/media/green-hand-leaf-750x359.jpg)
Jadzia Armstrong | 7 June, 2024
How to slay sustainability and start being more environmentally conscious in a few small steps…
![Student takes selfie with image of Lanyon next to her](/home/media/radhika-selfie-lanyon-750x359.jpg)
Radhika Gupta | 5 June, 2024
Second-year medical student Radhika shares 5 reasons why she chose to study Medicine at Queen’s University Belfast.
![Belfast City Hall](/home/media/city-hall-belfast-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 4 June, 2024
Postgraduate student Isa demonstrates how to make the most of the warm summer days in Belfast!
![Ghada day in the life vlog thumbnail](/home/media/day-in-the-life-thumbnail-750x359.jpg)
Ghada Al Fakih | 3 June, 2024
Join Lebanese student Ghada on a tour of her student accommodation in the heart of Belfast city centre.
![The Graduate School, Main Site tower, and University Square](/home/media/grad-school-750x359.jpg)
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.
![Student reading on bed in accommodation](/home/media/student-reading-accommodation-750x359.jpg)
Hiya Grover | 29 May, 2024
Embarking on an international student journey is an exciting adventure, but ensuring you have all the essentials packed can be daunting. Hiya runs through a list of “forget-me-nots” to help form your last-minute packing checklist.
![Two students at Belfast Castle](/home/media/belfast-castle-students-750x359.jpg)
Ghada Al Fakih | 28 May, 2024
Amidst the hustle and bustle of city life, PG student Ghada shows how there are pockets of tranquility where one can escape, relax and unwind.
![Belfast City Hall](/home/media/city-hall-belfast-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 27 May, 2024
Colombian student Isabella explains why it is impossible to be bored in Belfast, with an array of concerts, art exhibitions and cultural events regularly taking place in the city.
![Waterfall in Glenariff forest park](/home/media/glenarrif-vlog-thumbnail-750x359.jpg)
Sreyashi Acharjee | 24 May, 2024
PhD student Sreyashi recently visited the picturesque Glenariff Forest Park in Antrim as part of a day trip organised by Queen's. Check out the highlights below!
![Student posing in their room](/home/media/student-750x359.jpg)
Jadzia Armstrong | 22 May, 2024
The inside scoop of a random Wednesday at university…
![Commercial Court Belfast](/home/media/commercial-court-750x359.jpg)
Ghada Al Fakih | 21 May, 2024
"There's no bad weather, only unsuitable clothing!" - Lebanese student Ghada explains how to navigate Belfast's climate while studying at Queen's.
![Students at the HAPP formal](/home/media/happ-formal-750x359.jpg)
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!
![Group of people in a cinema screen](/home/media/people-cinema-750x341.jpg)
Katie Gordon | 17 May, 2024
Broadcast Production student Katie lists her favourite cinema spots in Belfast!
![Three students sitting at table in Junction Cafe](/home/media/students-sitting-junction-750x359.jpg)
Ghada Al Fakih | 17 May, 2024
Looking for some lunch inspo in between classes? Check out Ghada's recommendations below.
![Student working on laptop in front of Lanyon](/home/media/student-laptop-lanyon-750x359.jpg)
Rimsha Ali Siddiqui | 15 May, 2024
MSc Marketing student Rimsha provides some essential tech tips for Queen's international students!
![Riddel Hall exterior evening](/home/media/new-riddel-hall-exterior-750x359.jpg)
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 14 May, 2024
MSc Business Analytics student Madhurya shares her experience of her course at Queen's Business School.
![Woman doing heart sign against the sun](/home/media/heart-sign-750x359.jpg)
Ghada Al Fakih | 13 May, 2024
Clinical Health Psychology student Ghada explains the importance of self-care strategies during your time at university.
![Front of One Elmwood](/home/media/one-elmwood-front-750x359.jpg)
Malavika Mahendranath | 10 May, 2024
PG student Malavika tells us what she loves most about the Queen's Students' Union.
![Student and Staff in the One Elmwood Students Union building](/home/media/staff-student-meeting-750x359.jpg)
Katie Gordon | 8 May, 2024
Whether you are a new or returning student, domestic or international, Queen's offers a variety of support services to suit your needs. GB student Katie gives an overview of key student support services offered within the university.
![Two students talking on bench in Commercial Court](/home/media/students-talking-commercial-court-750x359.jpg)
Éadaoin Kelly | 7 May, 2024
Dia daoibh a chairde! I want to share the importance of the Irish language and hopefully inspire some of you to begin your own journey to become a Gaeilgeoir (Irish speaker).
![Student walking along Ballycastle Beach](/home/media/ballycastle-beach-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 6 May, 2024
Colombian student Isabella recently spent the weekend in Ballycastle, located only an hour from Belfast. Read all about her trip below.
![Student at Slieve Donard](/home/media/isa-wall-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 3 May, 2024
Colombian student Isabella recently had an opportunity to visit Newcastle, a seaside resort town located only 90 minutes from Belfast. Read how she made the most of her trip by hiking Slieve Donard and enjoying local food and drink.
![Horse riding on Newcastle beach](/home/media/horses-newcastle-beach-750x359.jpg)
Eleanor Lees | 1 May, 2024
Calling all thrill-seekers! Looking to blow off some steam in the run up to deadline season or celebrate afterwards with some heart-stopping fun?
![Fermanagh lake](/home/media/fermanagh-lake-750x359.jpg)
Madhurya Jagadeesh | 30 April, 2024
Postgraduate student Madhurya takes us through some of Northern Ireland's most captivating destinations, all perfect for a budget-friendly day trip.
![Student talking to staff member](/home/media/mind-your-mood-750x359.jpg)
Ghada Al Fakih | 29 April, 2024
Clinical Health Psychology student Ghada considers the multifaceted impact of the academic process on mental health, recognising both its positive and negative dimensions.
![Student working on laptop in front of Lanyon](/home/media/student-laptop-lanyon-750x359.jpg)
Rushikesh Mahajan | 26 April, 2024
Law and Technology student Rushikesh provides some words of wisdom on how you can prepare for entry into the global job market following the completion of your degree.
![School of English sign](/home/media/school-of-english-750x359.jpg)
Tiffany Murnaghan | 24 April, 2024
Deciding where I’d go next in my academic journey seemed daunting, but ultimately Queen's University Belfast was the place for me.
![Sreyashi Residential Assistant vlog thumbnail](/home/media/residential-assistant-thumbnail-750x359.jpg)
Sreyashi Acharjee | 23 April, 2024
Residential Assistant Sreyashi discusses her role within the Student Accommodation team and the benefits of being a Residential Assistant!
![Student studying in McClay](/home/media/student-mcclay-750x359.jpg)
Kathryn Allen | 22 April, 2024
Facing exams or assignments can be intimidating and stressful. Final year medical student Kathryn is here to share her essentials for studying at uni - and they may not all be what you expect…
![Student at Colombian festival](/home/media/wepaa-festival-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 19 April, 2024
Colombian PG student Isabella identifies several differences and similarities between her home city (Barranquilla) and her home away from home (Belfast)!
![Two students talking outside the Graduate School](/home/media/students-graduate-school-1-750x359.jpg)
Rimsha Ali Siddiqui | 17 April, 2024
Rimsha explores the cultural differences and similarities between Pakistan and Belfast and shares how she's embraced and adapted to her new cultural environment.
![Two hands holding a black paper heart cut out](/home/media/love-heart-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 16 April, 2024
Read how international student Isabella copes with long-distance heartache and emotions while studying in Belfast.
![Lanyon at sunrise](/home/media/lanyon-sunrise-750x359.jpg)
Ghada Al Fakih | 15 April, 2024
Hi, I'm Ghada Al Fakih, a PG student from Lebanon studying MSc Clinical Health Psychology at Queen's. I'm frequently asked how I came to be in Belfast, and now I'm thrilled to tell you how I did it and why Queen's was my first option for PG study.
![Two students walking on University Square](/home/media/students-walking-2-750x359.jpg)
Sarah Geraghty | 12 April, 2024
As Queen's works towards achieving Net Zero by 2040, Human Biology student Sarah gives some top tips on how to live sustainably as a student.
![Three students sitting on the lawn in the quad](/home/media/students-talking-quad-750x359.jpg)
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.
![Three students looking at the Lanyon](/home/media/students-lanyon-750x359.jpg)
Rushikesh Mahajan | 9 April, 2024
This guide aims to provide international students with practical tips and essential information to settle smoothly in Belfast and make the most of your experience at Queen's University Belfast.
![Student Sreyashi in IKEA on accommodation trip](/home/media/ikea-trip-thumbail-750x359.jpg)
Sreyashi Acharjee | 8 April, 2024
Residential Assistant Sreyashi recently visited IKEA as part of a trip organised by the Queen's accommodation team. Check out the highlights!
![Students sitting on bench outside Junction cafe](/home/media/students-junction-1-750x359.jpg)
Elsa Heyworth | 5 April, 2024
The weekends are a lovely chance to bond with new friends and due to my love of exploring new places and food, I would always suggest a brunch. These are my current top ten brunch spots.
![Queen's front gates](/home/media/qub-gates-750x359.jpg)
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.
![Commercial Court Belfast](/home/media/commercial-court-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 2 April, 2024
If you really like music, dancing, or spending time with your friends in vibrant spaces, Belfast offers many options to enjoy your night in any environment.
![The Lanyon Building, facade of Queen's University Belfast](/home/media/lanyon-750x359.jpg)
Abigail Hee | 1 April, 2024
Medicine student Abi sheds some light on the Malaysian student experience at Queen's!
![Three students walking in front of the Lanyon](/home/media/lanyon-front-students-750x359.jpg)
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.
![St Patrick's parade at Belfast City Hall](/home/media/city-hall-parade-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 27 March, 2024
Colombian student Isa recently took part in St. Patrick's Day celebrations across Belfast. Find out how she made the most of her weekend below!
![Queen's mountaineering club sitting on boulders](/home/media/queens-mountaineering-club (1)-750x359.jpg)
Sean Webb | 26 March, 2024
In November last year, the Queen’s Mountaineering Club ventured to Fair Head for their annual bouldering trip.
![Piggy bank and coins](/home/media/Media,2062128,smxx-750x359.jpg)
Radhika Gupta | 25 March, 2024
Unsure of how to manage your money? Here’s a simple guide from undergraduate student Radhika on how to create a budget, including some money saving hacks!
![Kosovo PM talking at event](/home/media/kosovo-pm-visit-750x359.jpg)
Emily Scott | 22 March, 2024
International Relations and Politics student Emily recently attended a speech given by Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti during a visit to Queen's. Read more about his visit below.
![Student outside the Lanyon](/home/media/student-lanyon-750x359.jpg)
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](/home/media/samson-goliath-cranes-750x359.jpg)
Xinxin Wang | 19 March, 2024
Read why Chinese student Xinxin regrets nothing about the decision to study her LLM at Queen's!
![Queen's rowing club group photo](/home/media/rowing-club-750x359.jpg)
Katie Gordon | 18 March, 2024
Broadcast Production student Katie explains the benefits of joining clubs and societies at Queen's, of which there are over 220 to choose from.
![Magnolia tree in quad](/home/media/magnolia-tree-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 15 March, 2024
With the Spring (Easter) Break fast approaching, Colombian student Isabella discusses the best ways to make the most of your free time in Belfast.
![Two students walking down Commercial Court, Belfast](/home/media/students-commercial-court-750x359.jpg)
Katie Gordon | 13 March, 2024
GB student Katie provides some advice on how to make friends and enhance your social life while at university.
![Kathryn Allen Why I Love Queen's vlog thumbnail](/home/media/why-queens-thumbnail-750x359.jpg)
Kathryn Allen | 12 March, 2024
Final year Medicine student Kathryn tells us what she loves most about studying at Queen's University Belfast.
![Students sitting together in duke of york bar](/home/media/students-pub-750x359.jpg)
Isabella Barros De La Rosa | 11 March, 2024
PG student Isabella shares how she's learned to cope with loneliness as a student abroad.
![Students walking through the quad](/home/media/students-walking-750x359.jpg)
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.
![Student studying on laptop with headphones on](/home/media/student-studying-headphones-750x359.jpg)
Radhika Gupta | 8 March, 2024
Feeling burnt out? You’re not alone. Check out this honest guide on how to deal with burnout as a medical student.
![Graduate School interior](/home/media/graduate-school-750x359.jpg)
Erin McGrattan | 6 March, 2024
Some might say that your relationship with your primary PhD supervisor is more important than the PhD research topic. So let’s investigate!
![Samson and Goliath cranes in Belfast](/home/media/samson-goliath-cranes-750x359.jpg)
Sarah Geraghty | 5 March, 2024
Human Biology student Sarah gives 5 key reasons why she is glad she made the move from Galway to study at Queen's in Belfast.
![Lanyon at night](/home/media/lanyon-night-750x359.jpg)
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.
![Hop on hop off bus in Belfast sightseeing tour](/home/media/sightseeing-tour-vlog-750x359.jpg)
Sreyashi Acharjee | 1 March, 2024
Join PhD student Sreyashi on a tour around Belfast and its various historical and cultural sites.
![The Lanyon Building](/home/media/lanyon-front-1-750x359.jpg)
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.
![The Lanyon Quad](/home/media/queens-quad-750x359.jpg)
Tililenji Mwanza | 27 February, 2024
Global Health student Tililenji details her arrival experience to Belfast and why she decided to pursue postgraduate study in Northern Ireland.
![Student posing in front of lake](/home/media/tarra-accommodation-trips-750x359.jpg)
Wai Siew Ng (Tarra) | 26 February, 2024
Law student Tarra enjoys sightseeing, goat yoga and more during a recent series of trips throughout Northern Ireland, organised by the Queen's Accommodation team.
![London bridge](/home/media/london-bridge-750x359.jpg)
Maxwell Higginbotham | 23 February, 2024
A look into the opportunities for travelling from Queen’s as a first-year student.