Queen's University Belfast

Students can choose QUB for academic quality, low cost of living, smaller and supportive campus. On the other hand, Glasgow University is best suited if students are targeting larger Indian student presence, city size and lifestyle. A comparison between the two is given below:

Here are some of the Indian student reviews for QUB. This is the feedback given on Shiksha's platform:

• QUB is one of the best universities in the UK. Faculty and people are helpful
• The Student Union at the university is a great place to hang out, work, and socialize. They also organize many events like career fairs, treasure hunts, and festivals, etc.
• The curriculum is well defined and the faculty is very helpful
• QUB accommodation can allow students to be fully immersed in the student community
• Students can find part-time job opportunities around the campus

Queen's University of Belfast students can work part-time. As per the course of study, Indian students can work 10 hours or 20 hours per week when the classes are in session. QUB students can work full-time when it is vacation period. 

As per QS World Uni rankings Queens University Belfast ranks at 199 in 2026. This means that the university ranks among Top 200 Universities. Also in 2025 QS rankings QUB ranks at 206. It can be said that QUB rank has improved.

QUB awards 15 awards of GBP 7,500 towards the tuition fee for the first year of UG study. These scholarships are for students starting their studies in Sep 2025. To be eligible for this scholarship, Indian applicants should obtain 85% or above in Class 12. To apply for this scholarship of QUB, an application is required. 

Among Indian students, a few of the Queen's University of Belfast courses that are popular are MBA, Bachelor of Medicine, MSc in Management, MSc Data Analytics. In total, there are 24,000+ students at QUB and out of this, 800+ are Indian students. The duration of full-time MBA course is 1 year and this course is AMBA accredited. This course becomes a popular choice among Indian students because of its industry links, career development opportunities, world-class facilities, great student facilities, and more. The MSc in Management course is also of one year. 

Queen's University Belfast, Gujarat admissions are based on IELTS/TOEFL + merit. Candidates must qualify in the required exam to be eligible for admission, or pass the merit-based admission process. Candidates applying to the PG courses are accepted based on their merit by the university and IELTS score. Candidates can learn more through the official website of QUB, Gift City.