Can international students work in the UK after graduating from Queen's University Belfast?

Yes. Under the UK Graduate Route Visa, international graduates who complete a qualifying Bachelor's or Master's degree can stay and work in the UK for up to 2 full years (3 years for PhDs).

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Study at Queen's University Belfast in the UK

Q: What are the tuition fees and available intakes for Queen's University Belfast?

Representative tuition fees are 2026/27: £23,000 classroom; £27,600 lab; premiums vary. Intakes typically include Sep + Jan PG.

Belfast, strong January postgraduate recruitment and a clear premium academic positioning.

Indicative Tuition2026/27: £23,000 classroom; £27,600 lab; premiums vary

IntakesSep + Jan PG

Academic StandardBachelor 2:2 / 2:1

English ScoreUsually 6.5/5.5; course-s

Post-Study Work2 Years (Graduate Visa)

Admission & Entry Requirements

Academic grades, degree prerequisites and English language proficiency scores for Queen's University Belfast

Entry Criteria

Academic Background & Equivalencies

Bangladesh guidance should be checked course-by-course; QUB commonly maps recognised four-year Bangladeshi Bachelor's qualifications to UK 2:1/2:2 thresholds using CGPA/percentage equivalencies, subject to institution and course restrictions.

English Language Requirements & Accepted Tests

Typical postgraduate English requirements are around IELTS 6.5/5.5 for many courses, with some courses at 6.0 or 7.0. TOEFL and other approved alternatives can apply; exact course rules control.

Notice: English tests such as IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, and in many courses Duolingo English Test or internal university exams are accepted. Always confirm test validity with our advisors.

Tuition Fees & Financial Information

2026/27 standard international PGT fees: £23,000 classroom-based and £27,600 laboratory-based. Premium Master's courses can be higher. QUB also requires a postgraduate deposit for international students.

Tuition fee deposits are required to secure your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) for your Student Visa application.

Top Programs & Study Areas at QUB

Software DevelopmentData AnalyticsManagement & FinanceMechanical & Aerospace EngineeringPublic HealthLaw

Why Study at Queen's University Belfast in the UK

✓Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland, offering vibrant student life and direct industry connections.

✓Flexible intake structure with Sep + Jan PG.

✓Full eligibility for the UK 2-Year Graduate Route post-study work visa (3 years for PhD graduates).

✓Permitted to work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during holidays.

Application Advisory: Specific entry percentages, English language thresholds, and application deadlines may vary across academic faculties and intake dates. Study Window advisors confirm course-specific details with QUB admissions before your application is submitted.

Frequently Asked Questions about QUB

What are the academic entry requirements for Queen's University Belfast?

What are the accepted English tests and minimum scores?

Typical postgraduate English requirements are around IELTS 6.5/5.5 for many courses, with some courses at 6.0 or 7.0. TOEFL and other approved alternatives can apply; exact course rules control.

Can I work in the UK during and after my degree?

Yes. Under UK student visa rules, you can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during holidays. Following graduation, the Graduate Route Visa permits you to live and work full-time in the UK for up to 2 full years (3 years for PhD graduates).