Overview

If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – program. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, for the International Year One in Engineering at INTO Queen's University Belfast you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.

Key Information

Choose from six specialist sub-pathways. The modules available will vary depending on the sub-pathway.
Progress to a degree at a university ranked top 175 in the world for Engineering (Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024).
Gain hands-on experience through laboratory work in the university's fully equipped science labs.
Learn from subject lecturers on the program who are qualified to PhD level.
Study using industry-standard, computer-aided design and simulation tools.
Opportunity to undertake a placement year as part of your degree with organizations such as BP Chemicals, Pfizer, Arup, AECOM, Farrans Construction and Graham Construction.

Programme Structure

Core Modules:

Engineering Mathematics
English Language and Study Skills
Basic Chemistry
Fluid Mechanics
Geotechnics
Materials and Manufacture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-06-16 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

4.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Industrial & Systems Engineering Civil Engineering & Construction General Engineering & Technology View 208 other programmes in Industrial & Systems Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

4.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Two 'D' grades from a UK A-level board, a recognised foundation, first year of an overseas university degree programme or equivalent with good grades. Students will be expected to have studied Mathematics and preferably Physics at this level. Students wishing to study Chemical Engineering must have GSCE Chemistry grade 4/C or equivalent.

16 years and above

3 terms: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in reading and writing and no less than 5.0 in all other subskills) or equivalent.

4 Terms: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in reading and writing and no less than 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent.

5 Terms: IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in all subskills) or equivalent.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

19995 GBP/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19995 GBP for the full programme during 9 months.

3 terms: £ 19,995; 4 terms: £ 21,495; 5 terms: £ 22,395

Living costs for Belfast

561 - 887 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Are you an ambitious international student with an offer to study at INTO Queen’s University Belfast? Then you may be eligible to receive up to £3,000 towards your tuition fee costs at INTO Queen’s. Plus, when you successfully complete your course and start your degree at Queen’s University Belfast, further progression scholarships are available. Contact the Center for more information on currently available scholarships.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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