Queen's University Belfast
Source: https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/belfast/ Parent: https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/Undergraduate/
- Things to do in Belfast
- Queen's Quarter
- Beyond Belfast
- Being a Student in Belfast
- Living in Northern Ireland
- History of the City
- Getting to Belfast
- Student Living Costs
- Faith and Culture
Living in Belfast
STUDENT LIFE
IN BELFAST
Welcome to Belfast
Belfast stands as an inviting capital city that's easy to get around and affordable, making it an ideal location for students to study.
The city flourishes as a vibrant hub for great cuisine, culture, arts and shopping, and our university holds its place at the centre of Belfast's social and cultural life.
Delve into Belfast's capitivating journey to its present-day status and uncover its history and evolution.
AN AFFORDABLE STUDENT CITY
Going to university is a major milestone, but the costs of studying and managing money effectively can be a concern for many students.
Northern Ireland has the lowest student living costs in the UK (Save the Student National Student Money Survey 2025), making it one of the best places to be a student.
See how Queen's University compares with other universities in key costs including tuition fees, accommodation, weekly groceries and travel expenses.
Get to know Queen's Quarter
Queen's Quarter, named after the university, is the southernmost quarter in Belfast and as a student, you'll be spending a lot of your time in and around this area.
Not only is this quarter home to our university, but while you're not in lectures you can visit many of the amazing coffee shops, restaurants, museums or the Queen's Film Theatre.
Find out what our students love most about Queen's Quarter.
Things to do in Belfast
Here in Belfast, there are endless things to do - whether you want to soak up the history of the city, visit famous landmarks, or catch a show, there's plenty to keep you busy.
With input from our student bloggers, we have created a map that is your ticket to uncovering some of Belfast's top things to do and see while studying here.
Things to do as a student in Belfast Beyond Belfast:Exploring Northern Ireland
NEW TO NORTHERN IRELAND?
[GETTING HERE
Worried about how to get here? Here's what you need to know about arriving in Belfast.](https://www.qub.ac.uk/home/Study/belfast/getting-here/)
[LIVING IN NORTHERN IRELAND
We share everything you need to know about living in Northern Ireland as someone who has never been here before.](https://www.qub.ac.uk/home/Study/belfast/living-in-northern-ireland/)
[WHAT IT'S LIKE BEING A STUDENT HERE
Discover firsthand from our students what the experience of studying in Belfast is all about, and hear about their journey at Queen's University so far.](https://www.qub.ac.uk/home/Study/belfast/belfast-student-experience/)