The University of Ulster is a public university located in Northern Ireland. It was established in 1968 and is funded by the government, adhering to national higher education policies. As a public institution, it offers subsidized tuition fees for domestic students and receives public funding for research and infrastructure.
The university operates across multiple campuses, including Belfast, Coleraine, Derry, and Jordanstown. It provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, contributing significantly to regional and national education. Public universities like Ulster prioritize accessibility and affordability, distinguishing them from private institutions that rely on tuition fees and endowments.
