More than a degree

University is more than just earning a degree. Throughout your time at Ulster—whether through your studies, extracurriculars, or campus life—you’ll unlock a powerful set of skills that will stay with you for life.

Here’s what you’ll gain:

  • Thriving Individual
  • Engaged Learner
  • Collaborative Professional
  • Active Citizen

These Graduate Attributes are designed to set you apart, helping you excel academically while preparing you for the future—whether it's conquering the workforce, pursuing further studies, or making a real impact in your community. You’ll be ready for whatever comes next!

Our Graduate Attributes

Why don't you switch on for success and find out where you are in your Graduate Attribute journey ?

Each of Ulster's Graduate Attributes has a number of associated skills and behaviours.  They help you clarify where you are on your Graduate Attribute journey.

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Thriving Individual

Someone who has the ability to be resilient, accept and embrace change, seeking to mentally grow themselves and those around...

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Engaged Learner

Someone who is knowledgeable and able to deepen their understanding about their subject and the world.

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Collaborative Professional

Someone who is able to contribute to society widely and especially in their field of knowledge.

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Active Citizen

Someone who is engaging, ethical, sustainable, making a positive impact.

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