Linguistics PhD

Bangor University

I have not had any bad experiences yet. But the university and the surroundings are very welcoming. There seems to be a lot of student support, which is amazing.

The best aspects are that it’s a small uni, which makes for a really lovely community, it’s also not too busy, so it’s hard to get overwhelmed. It’s also very affordable, as accommodation prices and society prices are really low, which is so student friendly. And finally, it’s really beautiful, from the mountains, to the beaches, to the university building itself, it is all so stunning. I think it could be improved with more lifts in the university buildings, to help make it even more accessible, and more help with employability, for students that beed part time jobs.

Very welcoming enviroment. Living in the halls and joining societies and clubs really make you feel part of a community. Teachers are very friendly and know you by name.

The lecturers are really lovely and engaging, they seem as if they truly care about their subject areas. Possible downside is the lack of help for navigating around the campus, especially for first years, the map doesn’t seem efficient enough inside the buildings.

I love studying at Bangor because it is a beautiful city. You are never far from nature such as the sea and mountains. There is also a rich history in the town to admire, and a great community available to both Welsh and English speakers. It is a place that feels as inclusive as it looks incredible. Everyone in the staff and unions at Bangor are kind and helpful. I have not needed to use their services much, but I understand them to be supportive for the many students who rely on them. There is also a stimulating social scene with plenty of free clubs and societies to join and make new friends in. I do think Bangor needs to take more initiative in keeping clean. Sometimes the facilities such as the toilets are dirty or ill-supplied, and a lot of the buildings are quite old and therefore drafty and falling apart. There is also a littering problem in the city, mostly caused by careless students. Perhaps if the Student Union started an initiative requesting improved maintenance, or someone incentivised a club to clean up the campus and town, that would be helpful.