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Your local coordinator visits your child, attends parents' evenings on your behalf and stays in touch throughout your guardianship programme.
British Guardianship at Stranmillis University College
Nominated Guardian for Stranmillis University College. University guardianship programme for international students.
Are you looking for a Nominated Guardian for Stranmillis University College? International students under the age of 18 are required to have an Accredited UK Guardianship in place when enrolling at a UK university. Once your application is accepted and you are enrolled at Stranmillis University College, British Guardianship can provide a fully accredited university guardianship service, including a dedicated local coordinator who can visit your child, attend parents' evenings on your behalf, maintain regular contact throughout your guardianship programme, and assist with any additional requests you may have.
Guardianship Fees
Our UK university guardianship services for Stranmillis University College start from £250 per term.
Dedicated Guardianship Manager
As soon as your application is received, a dedicated member of our guardianship team becomes your main contact, managing every aspect of your nominated guardian arrangements.
Our Services
UK University Guardianship
An accredited nominated guardian for international students who start at Stranmillis University College before turning 18. Your child has a dedicated local coordinator and 24-hour emergency support, and you receive regular updates until your child turns 18. Prices from £250 per term.
Learn More →University Overview
Stranmillis University College, a specialist provider of higher education in Belfast, forms part of Queen's University Belfast as one of its colleges, and its degrees are conferred by Queen's. It opened in 1922 with the purpose of delivering state-funded teacher training for Northern Ireland, entered into affiliation with Queen's in 1968 and achieved university college status in 1999. Preparing teachers is still central to its mission. The Bachelor of Education is offered in both primary and post-primary teaching, further degrees cover early childhood studies as well as physical education and sport, and foundation degrees are available in these same areas. Postgraduate provision extends to master's and doctoral study.
The college occupies a site on Stranmillis Road next to the River Lagan, within Belfast's student quarter. Its grounds hold conservation designation and contain woodland, lakes and historic buildings, and the main building was constructed in the late 1920s. With approximately 1,400 students, Stranmillis is a small institution, and its placements and practical experience depend on links with over 750 schools and other partners in education and the community.
Information for International Students
Exchange and study abroad form the basis of international study at Stranmillis. Visiting students can spend time at the college through arrangements under Erasmus+ and International Student Exchange, and students from universities in the United States, whether partners or not, are welcome for a semester. They usually take 60 CATS credits, choosing from subjects such as education, theology, early childhood studies, sport, liberal arts, and youth and community work. International applicants may also enrol on the college's online postgraduate programmes. Those from countries where English is not the main language are expected to demonstrate English at CEFR B2 level, which corresponds to IELTS 6.5 overall with every band at 5.5 or above.
The International Team provides support before arrival and throughout the stay, and immigration information, including advice on Student visa options, follows the UKCISA Code of Ethics. On-campus accommodation is guaranteed, with over 400 single bedrooms, all fully catered, and residential support and security around the clock. There is no airport collection service; instead, student volunteers act as buddies, contacting new arrivals in advance so they can reach the campus safely.
Intake Information
Intake information is provided as a general guide. Start dates vary between universities and courses, and not every course is offered at every intake. Please follow the UCAS deadlines for undergraduate applications and check the latest dates on the official Stranmillis University College website.
Frequently Asked Questions
UK universities typically require international students who are under 18 when they enrol to have a UK-based nominated guardian in place. The guardian acts on behalf of the parents while the student is a minor, serving as the university's point of contact in an emergency, supporting the student's welfare and providing a trusted adult close by. British Guardianship provides this as a fully accredited university guardianship service.
We have guardians available and ready to be assigned. The overall timeframe depends on how quickly the required paperwork is completed and communication with Stranmillis University College is finalised. As every case is different, timelines can vary, but we aim to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.
Our UK university guardianship services for Stranmillis University College start from £250 per term. We also offer premium and bespoke packages, and with our flexible guardianship services you only pay for the services you need. Full details are on our guardianship fees page.
No. Once your child turns 18, the nominated guardian requirement no longer applies and guardianship services are no longer needed. This is why our university guardianship is priced per term, so you only pay until your child's 18th birthday.
A UK student guardian must be a responsible adult, usually aged 25 or over, who lives permanently in the UK, speaks fluent English and is close enough to respond quickly in an emergency. The guardian must be contactable 24 hours a day, act as the university's emergency contact until the student turns 18, and hold an Enhanced DBS check where they or their household host the student. Stranmillis University College may also ask for the guardian's details at enrolment and set additional requirements of its own. As an AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider, British Guardianship meets these requirements on your behalf, with vetted guardians, Enhanced DBS checked host families and 24-hour emergency support.
Disclaimer: Logo, images and videos are shown courtesy of Stranmillis University College and remain the property of their respective owners. British Guardianship is an independent AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Stranmillis University College. University information is provided as a general guide; please refer to the official Stranmillis University College website for the latest university information and details.
