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Ulster University
Overview
Ulster University information
About Ulster University
UCAS code: U20
Ulster University is the UK and Ireland University of the Year as voted by Times Higher Education Awards, 2024. A prestigious, multi-campus higher education institution in Northern Ireland, offering a wide range of academic programs, pioneering research, and a vibrant learning environment. With a focus on industry needs, excellence and innovation, Ulster University nurtures success for every student.
Source: Ulster University
Tuition fees at Ulster University
- First year tuition fees for UK students range from £4,750 to £9,535 with the most common fee for a course being £9,250.
- International students pay between £4,750 and £38,550 in the first year, with most courses having a fee of £17,010.
Job prospects
•Undergraduate
91%
Graduates in work or further study•Postgraduate
88%
Graduates in work or further studyAverage graduate salary is determined 12 months after a student graduates from Ulster University
Graduates in work or further study percentage is determined 15 months after a student graduates from Ulster University
Ulster University open days
Are you thinking of applying to this university?
Before you do, it's a good idea to go to an open day. You can have a good look around campus, getting a better idea of what it's like to study there. You'll meet current students and staff and get the chance to ask them questions.
Universities will list upcoming open days on their websites. Most will also have virtual open days; these are a great alternative if you really can't get there in person. For tips on preparing for open days, check the advice section here on The Uni Guide.
Courses
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Here are Ulster University's top 20 courses, based on UCAS points
136 UCAS pointsApplied Biomedical Science (Pathology) with placement year
BSc (Hons) 4 Years sandwich 2026
Coleraine
136 UCAS pointsSport and Exercise Sciences with optional placement year
BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026
Belfast
136 UCAS pointsCommunication, Advertising and Marketing
BSc (Hons) 4 Years sandwich 2026
Belfast
136 UCAS pointsLaw with Politics & International Studies
LLB (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026
Belfast
136 UCAS pointsSport Studies with optional placement year
BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026
Belfast
128 UCAS pointsQuantity Surveying and Commercial Management
BSc (Hons) 4 Years sandwich 2026
Belfast
120 UCAS pointsRespiratory and Sleep Physiology
BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026
Derry~Londonderry
Ulster University reviews
Showing 68 reviews
Foundation year student
Iu2019ve really enjoyed my course as it gave me the ability to complete works In a range of different art/ design based subjects. It helped me experience different courses I never wouldu2019ve thought of doing. My tutors are all lovely and very supportive. Theyu2019ve made the course more enjoyable.
1 year ago
5th or higher year student
There are many clubs and societies offered for everyone at ulster university.
2 years ago
5th or higher year student
Campus life is great, everyone seems happy and comfortable in the environment. The uni is situated in a beautiful place and it has massive grounds to walk and a river nearby. The local town is great with great facilities for all.
2 years ago
5th or higher year student
At the moment I am travelling to uni which is proving quite expensive especially with the cost of fuel recently.
2 years ago
5th or higher year student
Academic support and welfare services are both excellent and there anytime when you need them.
2 years ago
5th or higher year student
The library is great and opened for all 24/7
2 years ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
86%
med
Teaching on my course
86%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
90%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
92%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
80%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
83%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
85%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
89%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
87%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
86%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
84%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
88%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
86%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
77%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
79%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
84%
med
Academic support
89%
med
Academic support
89%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
88%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
91%
med
Organisation and management
81%
med
Organisation and management
81%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
83%
med
How well organised is your course?
79%
med
Learning resources
89%
med
Learning resources
89%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
90%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
90%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
88%
med
Student voice
76%
med
Student voice
76%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
68%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
81%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
79%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
79%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
85%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
86%
med
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
93%
high
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
93%
high
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
94%
high
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
87%
high
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
94%
high
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
93%
high
Discussions
Discussions
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