About Ulster University
Ulster University is a multi-campus institution across Northern Ireland with new facilities in Belfast, Coleraine, Magee and Jordanstown known for creative industries, nursing, business, computing and peace studies with strong industry links.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 26,500 total students
- • 4,500 international students
- • 100 student societies
Location
- • Located in Belfast
- • Public university
- • Established 1968
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, Degree Apprenticeship
Popular Subjects
NursingAnimationBusinessComputingPeace Studies
Student-Staff Ratio
18 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Belfast School of Art, Belfast School of Architecture, Law, Journalism, Media and Computing, Irish and Celtic Studies
Faculty of Life and Health Sciences
Nursing, Pharmacy, Psychology, Biomedical Sciences, Sport and Exercise Sciences
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Computer Science, Engineering, Intelligent Systems Research Centre, Built Environment
Ulster University Business School
Accounting, Finance and Economics, Management and Leadership, Hospitality and Tourism Management
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typical A level offers BBB-CCC (104-120 UCAS tariff)
Alternatives: Irish Leaving Certificate H3 H3 H3 H3, BTEC DDM, Gaokao 70% with recognised foundation
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
Nursing and Allied Health programmes require interview and Access NI clearance • Art & Design applicants upload digital portfolios
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK 2:2 honours degree or equivalent
GPA: 2.7
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 88
Research proposals for MRes/PhD • Two references, at least one academic
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £15,000
- Postgraduate: £15,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £0
- Food: £0
- Transport: £0
- Entertainment: £0
- Other: £0
- Total: £12,000
Scholarships
International Undergraduate Scholarship
Automatic first-year fee reduction for self-funded international students
Value: £2,000
Vice-Chancellor's Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit award for taught masters entrants
Value: £4,000
Study Abroad and Exchange Scholarship
Supports students joining from partner universities on articulation programmes
Value: £2,000
Campus & Facilities
Facilities
Accommodation
Dalriada House (Belfast)
On-campusModern city-centre accommodation at Belfast campus
Cost: £110 - £145 (per week)
En-suite rooms • Study spaces • Common areas • Security
Contract:
Duncreggan Village (Derry)
On-campusStudent village at the Magee campus
Cost: £90 - £120 (per week)
Mix of room types • Sports facilities • Social areas
Contract:
Apply through Ulster University accommodation portal
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 100
Teams: 40
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: N/A
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
55
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 91%
Further study: 6%
Unemployed: 2%
Average Salary
£29,500
per year
Top Employers
Allstate NIHSBCNorthern TrustPublic Health AgencyPwC
Career Services
- Placement and Work Experience Centre: Supports paid placements across NI and ROI with 2,000+ partners
- UU Start Up Accelerator: Provides mentoring, co-working, grants and investor showcases for student founders
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
George Best Belfast City Airport
4 km • 15 minutes by Glider
Public Transport
- Glider/BRT: G1/G2 rapid buses connect campus to Titanic Quarter and city centre • Student mLink pass £54 per month
- Train: York Street station links Belfast to Bangor, Derry and Dublin • iLink Zone 4 ticket £76 per week
Local Area
Belfast offers a vibrant arts scene, growing tech sector and easy access to the Causeway Coast, Glens of Antrim and Donegal beaches.
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: Titanic Belfast, Giant's Causeway, Peace Bridge Derry
Shopping: Victoria Square, CastleCourt, St George's Market
Entertainment: Ulster Hall, Limelight, Cathedral Quarter street food
Additional Information
Accreditation
AACSB, AMBA, BPS, NMC
Partnerships
- Economic: Belfast Region City Deal — £1bn investment delivering innovation centres and 5,000 jobs with Ulster as anchor
- Industry: Allstate NI — Provides FinTech labs, hackathons and graduate roles
Research Highlights
- Intelligent Systems Research — AI and data analytics applied to smart cities, cybersecurity and digital twins (2023)
- Transitional Justice Institute — Influenced global human rights policy and UN peace processes (2024)
Notable Alumni
- Liam Neeson — Oscar-nominated actor (1971)
- Lyra McKee — Investigative journalist and author (2010)
Metadata
Source: Ulster University 2025 prospectus, faculty handbooks 2024/25, Belfast campus transport and safety guidance, Graduate Outcomes 2024
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: internationaladmissions@ulster.ac.uk