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USA Postgraduate Study at Queen's 2027/28 Entry to graduate diploma or taught Masters programs usually requires either a UK upper second-class (2:1) or a lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate degree. For most courses, your major subject or content of your Bachelor's degree may also be considered. Please visit our Course Finder for detailed entry requirements. The comparable US qualifications are as follows: UK Upper Second-Class Honors (2:1) Bachelor degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. UK Lower Second-Class Honors (2:2) Bachelor degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.6. Please note the following key differences between graduate studies in the US and a taught Masters degree at Queen's: Master's degrees in the UK are normally one-year in duration. There is no GRE or GMAT required for entry to Queen's. A taught Master's refers to a program that combines academic instruction as well as the completion of a written dissertation. PhD degrees are three years in length and typically require you to have a Masters degree prior to applying and to prepare a research proposal. Supporting Documentation When submitting your application, please ensure that you upload copies of official transcripts for completed programs as well as those currently in progress. Degree award certificates for programs already complete should also be provided. Borderline Cases Sometimes, it may be possible to exercise flexibility in the case of applicants who have completed their degree with slightly lower grades than those outlined in their offer letter. In these cases, the decision will be at the discretion of the Academic Selector. On completion of your degree, you should forward a copy of your official transcript and award certificate to intl.admissions@qub.ac.uk to confirm the award of your qualification and the overall grade. Unfortunately we cannot advise you further until we receive this documentation. Queen’s University Belfast International Study Center Preparation Courses For those interested in Social Sciences, Finance and Management courses, but who do not meet the entry requirements, you may wish to consider a Pre-Master's offered by Queen’s University Belfast International Study Center.
Applicants will normally need to demonstrate a level of English equivalent to 6.5 IELTS or 90 TOEFL IBT (Internet based test). However, some degree programmes have higher or lower requirements (please check individual courses for programme requirements). The full list of acceptable English Language qualifications is available here. Improve your English language skills to prepare for further academic study or the level required for your degree. Academic English For students who need to increase their IELTS level in order to progress to university. Pre-sessional English For students who are academically qualified and hold an offer from Queen’s but need to improve their English language skills to the level required for their degree. Search Courses Featured Courses BA Anthropology BA International Relations and Politics BA History BSc Psychology MA Conflict Transformation and Social Justice MA Creative Writing MSc Leadership for Sustainable Development MSc City Planning and Design Queen's offers lower tuition fees and living expenses than many other similarly well-regarded universities in the United Kingdom. The fees you will pay will vary depending on the course you choose and the…
