The Pathway Opportunity Programme has been supporting students since it began in 2017.  Since then, it has seen nearly 1500 students pass through its Pathways, receiving support in study and academic skills, university applications and confidence building activities.   The Pathway Opportunity Programme gives you, as a student, the chance to study a little of your chosen subject on campus at Queen’s University Belfast in order to prepare you for the transition to university life.

By participating in the Pathway Opportunity Programme, you will have the chance to:

• Receive a reduced grade conditional offer or a guaranteed interview (where applicable).

• Receive a £1000 Kilwaughter Minerals Bursary to help you with your studies at Queen’s University Belfast.

• Meet like-minded students and get to know a range of Academics and staff.

• Attend a completely free Summer School that gives you the chance to study as a Queen’s student.

• Improve and build a range of skills such as study skills, confidence and knowledge.

• Get support and help with applications and transitioning into University life.

You can apply to take part in one of 13 different pathways on the 2023 programme.

Click on each below to learn more about these Pathways and meet the Academics leading the programmes.

Arts, Humanities & Social Science - including Arts English & Languages, History, Anthropology, Philosophy & Politics and Social Sciences

Biological Sciences (BioSci) - including Biological Sciences, Food and Environment

Business - including Accounting, Economics, Business Managements and International Business with a Language

Computer Science 

Engineering - including Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering and Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Law

Mathematics and Physical Sciences (MPS) - including Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics

Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences (MDBS)

Natural and Built Environment (NBE)- including Archaeology, Geography, Planning and Architecture

Nursing and Midwifery

Pharmacy 

Psychology 

Social Work 

Each Pathway will give you the chance to study in a field of your choice, exploring everything from subject knowledge and skills to study techniques and balancing life as a student.  To find out more, click the Pathway you are most interested in to discover what it could hold for you.