
Belfast, United Kingdom

Stranmillis University College
Belfast, United Kingdom

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The College's mission is "to transform the lives of children, young people and communities through excellence in teaching, research and scholarship" . This mission is underpinned by a vision to be a leading institution in teacher education and related professions, driving innovative practice to shape education, unlock potential, connect locally and globally, and build better futures . The core values that guide the institution include placing students at the centre, achieving through teamwork, promoting respect for everyone, demonstrating ambition for all, and nurturing students, staff, and the environment . An earlier articulation of the mission was "to sustain a critical community of educational excellence in teaching and research in a shared learning environment where diversity is welcomed, in order to help meet the professional needs of society in Northern Ireland and beyond" .
Stranmillis University College is a College of Queen's University Belfast, and all its academic provision is academicall... View More
Stranmillis University College is a College of Queen's University Belfast, and all its academic provision is academically integrated with Queen's, meaning a Stranmillis degree is also a degree of Queen's University Belfast . The College has 22 active partners in 10 countries of the European Union through the Erasmus programme, facilitating staff and student mobility . Stranmillis has partnered with the Hong Kong Institute of Education (HKIE) since 2003 . The College is also part of the Centre of Digital Innovation and Technology (CDIT), a multi-disciplinary partnership with Belfast Metropolitan College, Queen's University Belfast, and key industry partners . View Less
An Early Childhood Studies graduate who was awarded an MBE. She was part of the first cohort of students to undertake th... View More
An Early Childhood Studies graduate who was awarded an MBE. She was part of the first cohort of students to undertake the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies degree at Stranmillis, graduating in 2000 View Less
Graduated from Stranmillis in 1963 with a specialism in Physical Education. He was also President of the Students' Union... View More
Graduated from Stranmillis in 1963 with a specialism in Physical Education. He was also President of the Students' Union during his time at the College . View Less
A historian and former lecturer at Stranmillis University College, where he was head of lifelong learning. He was a freq... View More
A historian and former lecturer at Stranmillis University College, where he was head of lifelong learning. He was a frequent contributor to the media and was known as an "inspirational peacemaker" View Less
The College has invested over £600k in new and upgraded IT systems to ensure a high-quality teaching and learning environment . The campus features interactive teaching technologies, a new virtual learning environment, new timetabling and placement software, and IT suites for individual and group study . Stranmillis has also invested heavily in the latest communications technology, offering campus-wide high-speed WiFi . The College is the first higher education institution in Northern Ireland to be awarded EcoCampus status, reflecting its commitment to sustainability . A £4m upgrade has also delivered a climate-neutral 3G sports pitch, a 2G multi-use games area, and improved changing and medical facilities .
The Students' Union is described as the heartbeat of student life, fostering a thriving, tight-knit community with a great range of social and extracurricular opportunities . Led by students for students, the Union supports students academically, socially, and personally from their first day through to graduation . The Union arranges a varied programme of events and activities throughout the year, including the legendary Stran Panto, charity weeks, and social events . Students at Stranmillis are also registered students of Queen's University Belfast, giving them access to the full range of clubs and societies at QUB .


The Careers Service at Stranmillis is available to guide and support students throughout their studies and for two years after graduation . Students have ongoing opportunities to meet with prospective employers at careers fairs and events organised by the Careers Service . The College has developed an extensive network of over 750 work-placement partners, and 100% of undergraduate students undertake an extensive programme of work-based professional placements . The latest Higher Education Statistics Agency research shows that 97% of Stranmillis graduates are in employment or engaged in further studies 15 months after graduation .
The below information is required while
completing the university application :
1. Applicants must meet the general entrance criteria set by Queen's University Belfast.
2. A minimum grade C in both GCSE English and Mathematics is required for all applicants.
3. Individual course pages list the specific A-level requirements.
4. Every undergraduate applicant must complete an Enhanced AccessNI check.
5. Mature students holding qualifications such as Access courses, A-levels, Diplomas, Foundation Degrees, or Open University credits are strongly encouraged to apply.
Know moreStranmillis University College offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes designed to prepare students for careers in education and related fields. All applications for full-time undergraduate courses must be submitted through UCAS, with a normal closing date of 15 January each year . The College welcomes applications from students of all backgrounds, including mature students, and is committed to widening participation from under-represented groups . All undergraduate and PGCE applicants are required to complete an Enhanced AccessNI check administered by the College . Deferred entry is not accepted, and all candidates must complete a health declaration before starting their course .





Stranmillis achieved the highest overall student satisfaction score in the 2026 National Student Survey, with an impressive 86% satisfaction rate. This is the second year running the College has received this ranking .
Stranmillis graduates have the highest full-time employment rate of any higher education institution in Northern Ireland, with 97% of graduates in employment or further study 15 months after graduation .
Stranmillis became the first higher education institution in Northern Ireland to be awarded EcoCampus status, recognizing its commitment to sustainability and environmental management
The College was designated as a Hub of Excellence in innovation and research by the Primary Education sector, acknowledging its outstanding contributions to educational research

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