Bangor University achieved a Gold Award for ‘outstanding teaching’ in the national Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). And, in the 2017 National Student Survey, Bangor University is placed in the Top 10 for student satisfaction.
Based between the mountains and the sea in north Wales, Bangor University has over 11,000 students studying a wide range of subjects including Accounting & Finance, Chemistry, Forestry and Conservation, Law, Music, Ocean Sciences, English Literature and Language, Medical Sciences, Nursing, and Zoology.
Bangor University came 3rd in the University of the Year category at the 2018 Whatuni Student Choice Awards for the second year running, and this success is reflected in comments left by our student reviewers, many of whom have nothing but great things to say about their entire time studying at Bangor.
Bangor University has achieved a Gold Award for 'outstanding teaching', in the national Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
Bangor students on Whatuni say:
“I love it, I couldn't imagine getting on this well anywhere else. Bangor was the best choice I ever made. I have had some wonderful opportunities in societies and with course field trips and there is a great range of modules to choose from and all our lecturers are amazingly enthusiastic.”
“I am extremely happy and proud to be a student at Bangor University. I have met lovely people, gained lots of research and teaching experience! There are fantastic facilities, a very friendly community of students and staff and the lovely scenery of North Wales.”
“The teaching is outstanding, the modules incredibly interesting and diverse, the student support is overwhelming and Bangor's surroundings are just picturesque. Bangor is definitely the place to be as a student!!! I would recommend it to anyone!”
“I felt at home almost as soon as I got here, and I feel privileged to go to university in such a beautiful part of the world with such good support.”
Bangor’s Careers & Employability Service provides workshops, online resources and advice to help you prepare for your future career. All undergraduates can take part in the Bangor Employability Award. This gives you accreditation for both co and extra-curricular activities. This can be for things like work experience, volunteering, taking part in a club or society, undertaking part-time work or even learning a new language.
The fact that Bangor’s Careers & Employability Service is well regarded by students and mentioned positively in their reviews – particularly about the level of training and support on offer.
The University has placed in the top ten for job prospects in the Whatuni Student Choice Awards for the last two years, and student reviewers told us they’re feeling incredibly positive about their futures due to the regular support they’ve been given.
Bangor students on Whatuni say:
“We have great opportunities and have employability workshops at least once a semester as part of our course. Always being offered opportunities to go on placements or internships and there's plenty of resources to make sure we have the skills we need.”
“Bangor university frequently hold employability lectures to educate us in some of the opportunities we have and how to get involved in them. There are also weekly workshops in which you can increase your skills such as writing, enhancing your CV and overcoming anxiety and being able to talk confidently in front of an audience... There is an abundance of support and guidance.”
“Their dedication for students and helping international students ready themselves for the future has been greatly helpful for me, and because of how much I've enjoyed my previous two degrees, I am staying in Bangor for my PhD. Their Bangor Employability award program is very useful to students, and I have had appointments for the Careers center that has been helpful and free. I feel very lucky to continue my education with Bangor and have immense loyalty to the university.”
Bangor University is in the Top 10 for Academic Experience (Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2018).Bangor University was also ranked 2nd in the Course and Lecturers category at the 2018 Whatuni Student Choice Awards, the third year where they’ve placed in the top three for this category.
Bangor’s courses and lecturers are very highly rated by our reviewers for their passion and knowledge. They’re especially praised for their availability away from the lecture halls and how easy it is to get further help and advice from them.
Bangor students on Whatuni say:
“I like the love of the subject that my lecturers offer. I always feel what they talk about really matters to them. They also make themselves as available as possible for feedback and help, furthermore their help is always in depth and useful”
“Down to earth, personal, very informative and done by people well respected in the field.”
“The teaching is really amazing. The lecturers are enthusiastic and knowledgeable and really make class interesting…I wouldn’t change a thing about my course.”
Student membership of the Students’ Union’s clubs and societies is free. There are over 170 clubs and societies to join, taking in everything from Archaeology to Drama, Scouts to Surfing.
The Students’ Union plays a large role in helping students to settle when they arrive and organise a range of activities, including Serendipity, the Clubs and Societies Fair, to welcome new students.
Bangor Students’ Union is run by four full-time officers backed up by 21 professional staff, it’s their job to be the voice of students at Bangor Uni, making sure their needs are met.
Our student reviewers seem really happy with the SU, particularly the hands on and supportive approach taken to clubs and societies, the regular events arranged throughout the year and their friendliness to students who need help or advice.
Bangor students on Whatuni say:
“The students’ union has a lot to offer students, from academic support to a diverse range of societies and volunteer projects. Really anything you can imagine, just ask and they’ll try to make it happen. They offer activities every week throughout the year. One of the best parts of Uni - you’ll miss half the uni experience if you don’t get involved.”
“Always organising activities. Always something on and always accessible.”
“Really useful! Always there to help everyone.”
All first year students that put Bangor down as their firm choice and apply within the given timeframe are guaranteed university accommodation.
The Bangor halls for undergraduate students are on the Ffriddoedd Village and the St Mary's Village. Both are within walking distance of the university and the centre of Bangor. All accommodation is self-catered, rent includes all bills and both villages have on-site security available 24 hours a day.
One of the perks of living in the university’s accommodation is that you’ll also receive gym and Campus Life membership included in the price, something which many student reviewers took full advantage of and loved having.
Students are full of praise for these student homes, regularly mentioning how spacious it is, the affordability, how safe they felt and the sense of community that was around them. In fact, students rated the housing so highly, the university came 1st in the accommodation category at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2018.
Bangor students on Whatuni say:
“One of the best accommodation with seamless internet connection and fine architecture. The accommodation has a spacious kitchen, a common room for parties, study room, and computer labs. It is fantastic as I stay with students from different parts of the globe”
“I live in university halls and they are great. I am in an en suite room with a shared kitchen which gets cleaned every week. We also have launderettes, a shop and a bar on site for easy access. My room has a desk with chair and lamp as well as a large wardrobe and storage box. The site is in a good location, ten minutes to the station as well as the main university building and supermarkets.”
“It is wonderful accommodation to live with great equipment and nice service. Staffs are all lovely!”
The University has a range of facilities, both for academic and social sides of student life.
The library in particular got positive comments from student reviewers, who loved the range of study spaces that catered for both individual and group study. This includes collaborative work areas, social areas, quiet study areas and meeting rooms. The library also has a variety of learning resources, including an extensive collection of books and journals; over 1000 computers, 24-hour access PC rooms, a research vessel ‘Prince Madog’, state of the art science labs and an fMRI Scanner.
The University is continually investing in their facilities, including the Pontio Arts and Innovation Centre, new halls of residence, and improved sports facilities amongst recent developments.
The University’s sports facilities were commonly mentioned by students, and the recently refurbished main Sports Centre, Canolfan Brailsford contains state of the art equipment including, treadmills, cross-trainers, power-mills, bikes, Concept 2 Rowing machines, Olympic benches, a 4.8 metre long wall mounted rig, and indoor netball and tennis courts.
Bangor students on Whatuni say:
“Super! Loads of facilities for uni work and for general home life, all needs are certainly met!”
“We have a new building with many good study areas and places to get food, and a cinema which shows many new films at a nice student discount. The facilities for the psychology department are very good, having 3 buildings at least partially dedicated to the department, featuring state of the art equipment such as fMRI machines.”
“Modern and accessible to students, plenty of resources.”
“Two libraries, lots of computers and labs, a fantastic gym and also a research vessel. Excellent!”
Bangor is one of the UK’s smallest cities - situated between the mountains and the sea, with everything in walking distance. Bangor has the longest High Street in Wales and is consistently rated one of the most economical places to study.
Academi, the official student nightclub, is a ‘safe space’ club and provides a focus for the night-time entertainment and general socialising.
Bar Uno, situated on the Ffriddoedd student village and Barlow’s, on the St Mary’s Student village are other popular venues for students.
The multi-million pound Pontio Arts and Innovation Centre is the biggest arts and entertainment venue in north-west Wales. Pontio is the base for the Students’ Union and houses a theatre, studio theatre, cinema, lecture theatres, restaurant, bar and cafe.
Bangor students on Whatuni say:
“It is a small town but full of life!”
“The city life is cozy as most of Bangor's activity takes place around one main street. Everything is around a 20 minute walk from my accommodation and so you can nip out whenever you feel like it. There are a few shopping centres and plenty of supermarkets to fulfil your needs. There are also a decent amount of pubs to crawl around on a cheeky night out. You don't get bored, or lost, easily.”
“Great. I love the student feel of the city with everything accessible to me.”
Bangor University won the award for best Clubs and Societies at the 2018 WhatUni Student Choice Awards, taking home this title for the second year running.
There’s over 150 student-run clubs and societies to choose from, and student reviewers were particularly impressed by the fact membership of clubs and societies is entirely free, making it really easy for everybody to get involved!
Bangor students on Whatuni say:
“Superb — lots of options.”
“There's many clubs on offer, from paint balling to art and I think there's something for everyone really in that aspect. It was a drawing point for me personally in coming to Bangor and I've been very pleased.”
“Amazing. Lots of choice. All free.”
Bangor University was rated 4th in the UK for Student Support in the 2018 WhatUni Student Choice Awards. The university have entered the top 5 in this particular category for four years in a row.
Bangor’s support services are highly appreciated by students. The Student Services Centre looks after financial help, counselling, assistance for dyslexic and disabled students and advice on housing, while the Study Skills Centre offers one-to-one help and workshops to ease you through your studies. You’ll also be given a Peer Guide - a second or third year student who can show you the ropes.
Our reviewers have highlighted the level of support available for students who may be suffering from anxiety and depression – an issue of growing importance at universities.
Bangor students on Whatuni say:
“Really good support, can go to them at any time.”
“The feedback is really quick and we have weekly meetings with our personal tutors in small groups to ask questions and get help.”
“Very fast for communication and support is some of the best. Bangor takes student welfare very seriously.”
UK students per year: For new entrants to full-time, undergraduate and PGCE (QTS) courses for 2018/19, Bangor University intends to charge a tuition fee of £9,000.
International Students: £12, 750-£14,800 depending on course (2018 figures).
Bangor Bursary
For those from the UK (excluding Wales*) and the EU, the Bangor Bursary means you could receive up to £3,000 in extra financial help over the duration of a three-year course if your household income is less than £40, 000.
*A £1,000 minimum Maintenance Grant will be availabe to all eligible students who live in Wales.
Start-up Bursary
£1,000 if you are coming to university from care, a former foyer resident or homeless immediately before starting your studies.
Computer Science Bursary
A special £1,500 Computer Science Bursary for those who applied before the UCAS deadline to study on specific undergraduate courses in September 2018.
Electronic Engineering Bursary
A special £1,500 Electronic Engineering Bursary for those who have already applied to study on one of our undergraduate courses in September 2018..
Chemistry Bursary
All new chemistry students starting in 2018 who have visited a us on an Open Day or UCAS Visit Day will receive a Chemistry package including £1,500 Chemistry Bursary, iPad™ Mini and Chem³ textbook.
Merit Scholarship
£3,000 if you’re studying certain subjects and pass an exam held in the January before you start university. 40 scholarships are available.
Sports Scholarship
£3,000 for those displaying excellence in a chosen sport, or with the potential to do so.
International Merit Scholarship
All self-funding students will receive a scholarship of £2,000 a year.
All outstanding international students (e.g. 1st class, A grade) will receive a scholarship of £4,000 per year.
All applicants are automatically considered.
There are also scholarships and bursaries for those studying in Welsh, as well as some scholarships offered directly by the university’s academic schools.
Research
More than three-quarters of Bangor’s research is either world-leading or internationally excellent, according to the Research Excellence Framework, while over half of its academic schools are in the UK top 20 for quality of research.
Entry requirements differ depending on the course, but most courses will ask for between 96-136 UCAS tariff points. Some courses may also require you to have studied a relevant subject for that course too.
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