Our vision is underpinned by a commitment to the principles of excellence, transparency and inclusiveness and the creation of an academic environment in which all staff and students feel valued and possess a shared sense of ownership and commitment to what the School seeks to achieve.

There are over 650 undergraduate students enrolled in the School, 800 postgraduates, 130 doctoral students and over 150 members of staff.

We hope that you find what you are looking for in these pages and very much welcome questions you may have about any aspect of our work.

Our research and teaching crosses many boundaries. Our international connections are key to achieving our goal to make a social difference globally and locally. We work in diverse ways with academics, institutions, agencies and ministries across the world.

Our visiting researchers and international collaborators enrich our life in the School.

Our Study Abroad options help us to consider different perspectives and give us new experiences. With staff, students and alumni from all over the world we know that our diversity and our international collaborations enrich all of our university experiences.

Our dedicated team provides support and can assist you in finding information, advice and guidance. The team at sseswinternationalstudents@qub.ac.uk is here to help you settle into your new programme and home.

Our newsletter highlights the notable activities and innovation involving staff and students in the School.

Our aim of making a social difference is at the core of all our teaching, research and engagement with professionals and policy makers, both nationally and internationally. We aim to connect the Northern Ireland community with world leading experts and to share with the global audience the recognised excellence in Northern Ireland schools and agencies.

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Queen’s Students' Union is here to make your life at Queen's enriching, rewarding and fun. It’s run by Queen's students for students, and you’ll be a member along with 24,000 others! 

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We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and improving the environment for all. Our Green Impact Team, made up of both staff and students, works towards reducing the School’s carbon impact.