Queen’s University Belfast is one of the world’s leading universities. Although it is the choice of many to apply to Queen’s, only a few successfully get it. Mostly this is not due to grade or other eligibility requirements but tuition fees and the cost of living in the UK.
For prospective applicants who aim at travelling out of Africa to study and work in the UK, Queen’s is the right choice for them. Belfast is also noted for its low cost of living which is ideally suitable for Africans.
In this post, we will look at entry requirements to apply to Queen’s University Belfast, scholarship opportunities for prospective applicants from Africa, tuition fees and more.
A summary of some key information you need to know about Queen’s University Belfast
Below are the qualifications for direct entry to undergraduate programmes at Queen’s
NOTE: Ghanaian or Nigerian applicants are required to provide a level of proficiency in English.
Below are the qualifications for direct entry to postgraduate programmes at Queen’s
Entry to graduate diploma or taught Master’s programmes usually requires either a UK upper second-class (2:1) or a lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate degree. For most courses, your major subject or content of your Bachelor’s degree may also be considered.
The comparable Ghanaian or Nigerian qualifications are as follows:
When submitting your application, please ensure that you upload copies of official transcripts for completed programmes as well as those currently in progress. Degree award certificates for programmes already complete should also be provided.
As an institution committed to helping students realise their ambitions, Queen’s University Belfast offers a generous range of scholarships and awards for international students, including:
Queen’s makes it easier for international students to get their Visas to study in the UK. This is opportunity is perfect for anyone who wants to travel out of Ghana, Nigeria or any part of Africa to study in Belfast, UK.
Queen’s will provide you support and guidance needed to get your visa to travel to the UK as you apply to study at the institution.
Finding a great university overseas to pursue your university education may not be that easy, especially in Africa. Queen’s University Belfast checks all the boxes for a great institution to study and work in the UK.
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