Queen's University Belfast
Belfast , United Kingdom
Belfast , United Kingdom
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Average ranking globally
# 202
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About University
Queen's University Belfast
Overview:
- Founded in 1845 as Queen's College Belfast
- Received its royal charter in 1908, becoming Queen's University Belfast
- One of the UK's leading research-intensive universities
- Ranked 173rd in the QS World University Rankings 2023
- Notable achievements include:
- Discovery of the antibiotic penicillin by Alexander Fleming
- Development of the first artificial heart by Sir John McMichael
- Pioneering research in nanotechnology and cancer treatment
Student Life:
- Over 27,000 students from over 130 countries
- 200+ student clubs and societies
- 50+ sports teams
- Student support services include:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Disability support
- International student support
- Campus facilities include:
- Student Union building
- Sports center
- Library
- Accommodation for over 5,000 students
Academics:
- 24 academic schools and institutes
- Over 300 undergraduate and postgraduate programs
- Faculty of over 2,000 academic staff
- Teaching methodologies include:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Seminars
- Practical work
- Academic support services include:
- Academic skills center
- Writing center
- Mathematics support center
- Unique academic programs or initiatives:
- Centre for Data Analytics and Machine Learning
- Institute for Global Food Security
- Centre for Cancer Research and Cell Biology
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- World-class research and teaching
- Excellent student support services
- Vibrant and diverse student life
- Strong industry connections
- Notable alumni include:
- Mary McAleese, former President of Ireland
- Seamus Heaney, Nobel Prize-winning poet
- Van Morrison, singer-songwriter
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center
- Accommodation services
- Library with over 1 million books and journals
- Technology support
- Career development services
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