Queen’s University Belfast (QUB) is a prestigious public research university located in Belfast, Northern Ireland, founded in 1845 by Queen Victoria. It is a member of the elite Russell Group, which represents the UK’s leading research-intensive universities.

With over 25,000 students from 90+ countries, QUB is known for its strong focus on research, innovation, and employability, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

🌍 Global Rankings (Latest)

Queen’s University Belfast consistently ranks among the top universities worldwide:

• QS World University Rankings 2026: #199 globally (Top 200)
• Times Higher Education (THE) 2026: #198 globally
• QS Europe Rankings 2026: #70 in Europe
• THE Impact Rankings 2025: #79 globally (for sustainability & SDGs)

👉 These rankings place QUB in roughly the top 13% of universities worldwide.

🇬🇧 UK Rankings & Performance

• Ranked among the top UK universities (varies by ranking body)
• Top 10 in UK for Graduate Prospects
• Top 15 in UK for research intensity
• Previously ranked Top 40 in the UK by Complete University Guide

🧪 Subject Rankings

Queen’s has strong subject-level performance:

• Top 100 globally in:
  • Pharmacy & Pharmacology
  • Nursing
  • Performing Arts
  • Social Policy & Administration
• 21 subjects in Top 200 globally (QS Subject Rankings)