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VIDEO: Offer Holder Days at Queen��s University Belfast

16 February 2026

From ROI to Belfast: Why I Chose �鶹��

16 February 2026

Staying Active in Belfast as a Student

13 February 2026

Ice Hockey in Belfast: A Beginner��s Guide

11 February 2026

Japan to Belfast: Why I Chose �鶹��

11 February 2026

Things to do in Belfast this Valentine's/Galentine's Season

10 February 2026

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SEMESTER TWO

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Study Techniques for Reading Week

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Things to See and Do on Campus

Language support staff

How to Develop Your Language Skills at Queen��s

QUEEN'S INSIDER

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Ice Hockey in Belfast: A Beginner��s Guide

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Things to do in Belfast this Valentine's/Galentine's Season

Student Lucas stands against graffiti wall in Belfast

Start Your University Journey: Early Research Toolkit

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CAREERS AND GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES

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A Guide to Careers Fairs at �鶹��

Lana in the library, PhD student

How Well Does Queen��s Prepare Students for Their Future Careers?

Lanyon October 2025

From Campus to Career: How Queen��s Set Me Up for Success

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COST OF LIVING ADVICE AND TIPS

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How to Save Money on Your Food Shop as a Student

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Unlocking Belfast: Maximising your Student Discounts

View of Belfast from the Ashby Building

How to Enjoy Belfast Without Spending Any Money

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STUDENT LIFE

Nishita Lakhani

Lost and Found in Belfast: My First Month at �鶹��

Beth Knights

Tips and Tricks for Mature Students

Pei Ying Tan

Why I Chose Queen��s and My First Adventures in Belfast

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CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

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Spotlight on Scream Queen��s Society

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QUB STAR: The Society of Students, Solidarity, and Sanctuary

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Belonging That Matters: The African Caribbean Society at Queen��s

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STUDYING AND COURSES

Magdalene Natasha Charles

A Week In the Life of a BA Anthropology and English Student at �鶹��

Student Sejoud Barry

A Day in the Life of a Chemical Engineering Student at �鶹��

Ivander Teno

A Day in the Life of an Actuarial Science Student at �鶹��

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LIFE IN BELFAST AND NORTHERN IRELAND

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Things to Do in Belfast for Introverts

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Our Students�� Favourite Local Words and Phrases

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The Best Places You Can Visit from Belfast, via Bus!

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WATCH OUR STUDENT VLOGS

My First Live Concert in Belfast

International student Natasha visits the SSE Arena in Belfast for her first live concert by singer Tom Odell!

Offer Holder Days at Queen��s University Belfast

GB student Niamh discusses her experience of attending an Offer Holder Day at Queen’s University Belfast; and explains why it led to her making Queen’s her firm choice for undergraduate study.

Q&A: My Student Experience at Queen��s University Belfast

American student Brittany discusses her reasons for moving to Belfast to study a Creative Writing Master’s degree; delves into student life at Queen’s; and provides some top tips for those thinking of following in her footsteps!

WHY CHOOSE QUEEN'S

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ROI Students: Why I Chose �鶹��

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The Benefits of the �鶹�� GB Scholarship

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10 Reasons Why Our Students Chose to Study at Queen��s

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ACCOMMODATION

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21 events and activities that��ll make you want to move in immediately

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15 things under ?15 that will make your uni room feel like home

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A Student's Guide to Accommodation in Belfast

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SUPPORT AND WELLBEING

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Queen��s Essentials: Resources to Support Your University Journey

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Tips for Staying Fit and Healthy on a Student Schedule

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Wellbeing Tips for Students

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