International Year One in Engineering

Queen's University Belfast

Prepare for entry to Year 2 of an engineering-related undergraduate degree at Queen's University Belfast. There are six specialist sub-pathways to choose from: Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering.

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, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.

Apply for one of our iCAS programs.

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.

Course Details

International Year One in Engineering

Queen's University Belfast

Age Requirement

16

All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.
Academic 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.
English Language Requirements
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.
Class size

20

iCAS

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, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.

Apply for one of our iCAS programs

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

Start Date

6 January 2025

End Date

22 August 2025

Length

3 Terms

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 19,995.00

Accommodation

£ 1,932.00 - 10,168.00

Enrolment fee

£ 250.00

Textbooks

£ 105.00 - 855.00

Lab fee (Compulsory-Course dependent)

£ 500.00

Airport pick-up (Optional)

£ 42.00 - 60.00

Social programme (Optional)

£ 50.00

CAS charges (Compulsory-Course dependent)

£ 25.00

Approximate cost

£ 22,899.00 - 31,903.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, program length and choice of accommodation.

The prices shown are for the current academic year of 01 September 2024 – 31 August 2025 and are for indicative purposes only.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2025 will pay the 2024/2025 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2025, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2025/2026 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

Mechanical Engineering-BEng (Hons)

Final level %: 60%
English level %: Grade C with a minimum of grade D in each component
Additional Requirements

Mechanical Engineering Sandwich-BEng (Hons)

Final level %: 60%
English level %: C with a minimum of D in each component
Additional Requirements

Computer Engineering-BEng (Hons)

Final level %: 60%
English level %: C with a minimum of D in each component
Additional Requirements

Computer Engineering with a Year in Industry-BEng (Hons)

Final level %: 60%
English level %: Grade C with a minimum of grade D in each component
Additional Requirements

Aerospace Engineering-MEng (Hons)

Final level %: 70%
English level %: Grade C with a minimum of grade D in each component
Additional Requirements

Chemical Engineering-MEng (Hons)

Final level %: 70%
English level %: C with a minimum of D in each component
Additional Requirements
Additional Information

Chemical Engineering Sandwich-MEng (Hons)

Final level %: 70%
English level %: Grade C with a minimum of grade D in each component
Additional Requirements

Electrical and Electronic Engineering-MEng (Hons)

Final level %: 70%
English level %: Grade C with a minimum of grade D in each component
Additional Requirements

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Sandwich-MEng (Hons)

Final level %: 70%
English level %: C with a minimum of D in each component
Additional Requirements
Additional Information

Computer Science with a Year in Industry-MEng (Hons)

Final level %: 70%
English level %: Grade C with a minimum of grade D in each component
Additional Requirements