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Ulster University

Location

Coleraine, Coleraine United Kingdom

Ranking

# =559QS World University Rankings

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279Undergraduate programs

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130Postgraduate programs

Scholarship

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About Ulster University

With over 27,000 students and 2,700 staff across our campuses, Ulster plays a special role in the cultural, societal and economic advancement of Northern Ireland.  Our regional model is deeply rooted in local communities, whist making a sustained impact on the global stage.  Reaching out from our centres of excellence in Derry-Londonderry, Coleraine, Belfast and Jordanstown Sports Village, through our many collaborative partnerships, Ulster is making a difference and having a lasting impact for individuals and communities alike. 

 

Ulster enjoys a national and international reputation for excellence in research and teaching, reflected in our Research Excellence Framework and National Student Survey results.  The aspirations of our vibrant student community are met across our four sites, each offering a student experience unique to its location and subject areas.  We are recognised for our outstanding impact on student outcomes due to the excellence of our committed teaching community; delivering a learning experience that develops skills, raises ambitions and prepares future leaders. 

 

We are uniquely positioned to stimulate and drive forward balanced regional development.  Through pioneering research and innovation, we have contributed to advances that are helping to build sustainable futures.  With a focus on people, place and partnerships, we are committed to building the capacity and capability needed to secure economic growth and other societal benefits.  By investment in world class infrastructure and in our people, we will continue to nurture talent and ambition built on research, innovation, and academic excellence, that is ‘best in class’.  We will equip our students with the skills to tackle challenges responsibly and confidently in resourceful and inclusive ways.  The pace of change, technological advances and disruption are creating new opportunities that we are determined to embrace.  In doing so, we are optimistic that our contribution will deliver a safer and sustainable future for us all.

 

As a multi-campus university, we are transformative, unlocking the potential of people, place and partnerships to build sustainable futures for all.  We aim to enhance the learning and social experiences of students; through the creation and dissemination of knowledge, enhance outcomes for students, society & cultural life, and the economy; and enhance the working lives and development opportunities of our staff.   We are committed to placing sustainability at the centre of what we do, because we are custodians of the future.

About Ulster University

With over 27,000 students and 2,700 staff across our campuses, Ulster plays a special role in the cultural, societal and economic advancement of Northern Ireland.  Our regional model is deeply rooted in local communities, whist making a sustained impact on the global stage.  Reaching out from our centres of excellence in Derry-Londonderry, Coleraine, Belfast and Jordanstown Sports Village, through our many collaborative partnerships, Ulster is making a difference and having a lasting impact for individuals and communities alike. 

 

Ulster enjoys a national and international reputation for excellence in research and teaching, reflected in our Research Excellence Framework and National Student Survey results.  The aspirations of our vibrant student community are met across our four sites, each offering a student experience unique to its location and subject areas.  We are recognised for our outstanding impact on student outcomes due to the excellence of our committed teaching community; delivering a learning experience that develops skills, raises ambitions and prepares future leaders. 

 

We are uniquely positioned to stimulate and drive forward balanced regional development.  Through pioneering research and innovation, we have contributed to advances that are helping to build sustainable futures.  With a focus on people, place and partnerships, we are committed to building the capacity and capability needed to secure economic growth and other societal benefits.  By investment in world class infrastructure and in our people, we will continue to nurture talent and ambition built on research, innovation, and academic excellence, that is ‘best in class’.  We will equip our students with the skills to tackle challenges responsibly and confidently in resourceful and inclusive ways.  The pace of change, technological advances and disruption are creating new opportunities that we are determined to embrace.  In doing so, we are optimistic that our contribution will deliver a safer and sustainable future for us all.

 

As a multi-campus university, we are transformative, unlocking the potential of people, place and partnerships to build sustainable futures for all.  We aim to enhance the learning and social experiences of students; through the creation and dissemination of knowledge, enhance outcomes for students, society & cultural life, and the economy; and enhance the working lives and development opportunities of our staff.   We are committed to placing sustainability at the centre of what we do, because we are custodians of the future.

Available programs

Drama BA (Hons)

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English BA (Hons)

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History BA (Hons)

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Music BMus (Hons)

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Music BMus (Hons)

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Energy BSc (Hons)

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Energy BSc (Hons)

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Medicine MBBS

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Ulster University is a large, diverse and modern institution with over 25,000 students and 3,000 staff. The University has ambitious development plans, notably the expansion of the Belfast City campus to open in 2018, accommodating students and staff currently based in Belfast and Jordanstown in a stunning 21st century building.  The new enhanced Belfast campus will transform higher education in the city, creating dynamic teaching and learning environments with state of the art facilities in line with Belfast's vision of being a 'Smart City'.  This campus will be a world-class centre for research and innovation, facilitating creative and technological excellence.  With four campuses across Northern Ireland, Ulster University is deeply embedded in every aspect of the region’s life and work. 

Art Therapy MSc

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Games Design MA

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Games Design MA

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History MA

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History MA

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Real Estate MSc

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Dietetics MSc

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Nursing MSc

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Nursing MSc

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Animation MA

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Animation MA

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Data Science MSc

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Journalism MA

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Social Policy MSc

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Social Policy MSc

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University information

Bachelor

1000+
3+
6+
80+

Master

3+
6+
80+
19,775
77%
23%
5,155
29%
71%
1,215
51%
49%

Tuition fee and scholarships

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Rankings & ratings

Ulster University is one of the top public universities in Coleraine, United Kingdom. It is ranked #=559 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2014
    #601-650
  • 2015
    #551-600
  • 2016
    #551-600
  • 2017
    #601-650
  • 2018
    #601-650
  • 2019
    #601-650
  • 2020
    #601-650
  • 2021
    #601-650
  • 2022
    #651-700
  • 2023
    #601-650
  • 2024
    #=498
  • 2025
    #=559

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