Why Study in Bangor University?
- Programs: Bangor University offers international students to choose from 250 undergraduate courses and 150 postgraduate programs in more than 40 subject areas. The university boasts excellent research opportunities in its 14 academic schools.
- Admission Requirements: Academic excellence, 2 years of professional experience and English proficiency test scores are the general admission requirements for international students. Indian students need between 45% to 85% in Class XII across different programs offered by the university. A 2:2 UK honours degree (~50-60%) is required for admission to the postgraduate courses.
- Application Deadlines: The UCAS deadline for 2022 entry at Bangor University is on January 26, 2022. International students can apply through the online application portal or through agents. The application deadlines for postgraduate courses are program-specific.
- Campus and Accommodation: The college campus exhibits free wifi, gym, sports facilities, laundry, bar, cafe, lecture halls and several other amusing amenities.
- Scholarships: Scholarships worth more than 1 million GBP are available for international aspirants. Besides, free writing and skills workshop are also available for international students to enhance their professional career.
- Placements: The best paying degree in Bangor University is MBA with alumni earning an average salary of 103,000 GBP per annum. Financial Services is the immediate next highest paying degree with an annual salary of 80,000 GBP.
Rankings
- Achieved the Gold Award, highest possible rating in the National Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
- Honored at World ranking 160th for International Outlook- Times Higher Education World Ranking 2020
- Top 15 UK University for Teaching Quality- The Times and Sunday Times League Table 2020.
- Top 10 UK University for Student Satisfaction- National Student Survey 2019.
- Top 10 UK University for Course Satisfaction- Guardian University League Table 2020.
Key Features
- Students who do not meet English language requirements can take up Pre-sessional English Programmes before taking the desired course.
- The University has about 2,960 accommodation places available in Bangor.
- Bangor is one of the most affordable places to study in the UK as per the Totally Money 2019 survey results.
What do Students Say about the university?
Students voted Bangor University’s accommodation to place in the top-5 in the UK in the WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2019. University has been ranked among the top 100 for students’ satisfaction in the UK. Students also say that Bangor University is located at one of the best and stunning locations in the UK, having access to a beautiful natural environment with spectacular features such as mountains, lakes and rivers. Students are given help and support by the Student Services Centre regarding all the matters relating to students.
Highlights
| Type of University | Public |
| Founded | 1884 |
| Rank | Top 10 UK University for Student Satisfaction (2019) |
| Intake Season | January and September |
| Number of Programs available | 250 undergraduate and over 150 graduate |
| Academic Departments | 14 |
| Test Scores Accepted | IELTS or equivalent |
| Graduate Employment Rate | 93% |
| Financial Aid | Available as Scholarships and Awards |
| Helpline | international@bangor.ac.uk |
Programs at Bangor University
The institute offers hundreds of courses across its 14 academic departments in more than 40 subject areas. The university comprises 3 academic colleges i.e., College of Arts, Humanities and Business; College of Environmental Sciences and Engineering: and College of Human Sciences, and some 50 specialist research centers, enabling the provision of courses spanning the Arts, Humanities, and Sciences.
- The popular schools coming under its 3 colleges include Bangor Business School, School of History, Philosophy and Social Sciences, School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering, and School of Psychology, to name a few.
- Some of the popular programs favorite with international aspirants are as follows:
- Computer Science
- MBA
- Electrical Engineering
- Psychology
- Professional courses like Creative Writing, Film, Media and Journalism, Product Design, and Linguistics in undergraduate degrees are also offered at Bangor University.
- Part-time courses at the School of Education and Human Development as well as at the College of Human Sciences are the best distance and blended learning opportunities one can get at the Bangor University.
Bangor University Campus
The institute is situated between the Snowdonia mountains and the Menai Strait and it is relatively a small city and therefore easy to settle into. The location, the scenery, the surrounding area are amongst one the reasons why students prefer opting for the institute.
City-centre provides a wide range of supermarkets, food shops, high street chains, cafes, bars, and restaurants. Bangor is perfectly placed for sports enthusiasts. It has the Pontio center which is a social hub and home to the Students’ Union and includes a cinema, theatre, lecture theatres, exhibition spaces, etc.
North Wales in fact has been named the 4th best region in the world to visit by the travel guide Lonely Planet. Thus, making the university campus a sought-after choice.
Housing Facilities at Bangor University
Ranked Top 5 in the UK for student accommodation by a survey conducted by WhatUni, 2019, the organization offers residence options to its aspirants both on campus or nearby. All first-year international students are guaranteed a place in university accommodation. While most of the candidates are offered a place in its 2 student villages namely, Ffriddoedd and St Mary’s, the university, however also has a postgraduate hall located on College Road and called Neuadd Garth. The available housing facilities on the campus are en suite and come along with residence gym and Campus Life membership.
- Ffriddoedd Village-
- This has around 2,000 rooms and is mostly en-suite.
- It has one standard hall, Neuadd Reichel, comprising 120 rooms with shared kitchens and bathrooms.
- It’s about a 10 minutes walk from the main university building.
- This location has 9 en-suite residence halls with shared kitchens for 8 students and is relatively costlier than the other group of 5 en-suite residence halls with shared kitchens for 8 students. This village has shops, laundrettes, and common rooms, Bar Uno café bars, and Canolfan Brailsford sports center.
- St Mary’s Village-
- This has around 600 rooms, offering a range of accommodation including en-suite, budget rooms, 5 studio apartments, and townhouses.
- This village has one standard hall called the Bryn Eithin, which has shared bathrooms and kitchens.
- This village has around 300 en-suite bedrooms and 30 studios across 5 different residence halls known as Cemlyn, Cybi, Penmon, Ffordd Tudno En-suite Rooms and Studios, and St Mary’s Quad.
- This village has a café, laundrette, common room, fitness centers, etc.
Bangor University Application Process
The University has various country-specific and English language requirements for international aspirants which must be fulfilled before applying to the institute. Note that the following data is specific only for Indian residents.
Pre-Requisites
- Proof of higher secondary education i.e. Standard XII with an average 50% or any equivalent diploma
- Proof of undergraduate degree or equivalent for admission to a postgraduate course
- Proof of financial support
- Work experience for business courses
- Proof of English proficiency:
- Minimum 70% score in ‘English’ subject at XII level
- IELTS minimum band of 6 differs as per the applied course.
- Students who do not meet English language requirements can take up Pre-sessional English Programmes before taking the desired course.
How, When, and Where to Apply
Application Portal: Aspiring candidates can apply for admission at Bangor University by filling the online application form or through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admission Service).
Deadline: University accepts admissions throughout the year but students are advised to apply by the end of June for September intake or the end of October for January intake.
What after you get admission?
After being considered for admission, students will receive Confirmation of Acceptance of Study (CAS) by paying a deposit of 2,000 GBP. Candidates will need CAS to make a visa application to be able to study in the UK.
You will require the following documents to apply for a Tier 4 visa:
- Passport
- CAS letter from University
- Proof of funds
- Financial sponsor letter
- Passport size photographs
- Medical certificate
- Proof of having paid the immigration health surcharge
Attend a visa interview and wait for its processing and until you are accepted to receive a student visa and finally move to the UK.
Bangor University Cost of Attendance
Tuition Fee
The fee for the available programs varies for different courses as per their level and type. The tuition fee for some of the popular courses has been compiled as follows:
Undergraduate Courses
| Name of Program | Tuition Fee (September 2020, in GBP, per year) |
|---|---|
| Arts and Humanities | 14,500 |
| Business, Economics, Management & Marketing | 14,800 |
| Computer Science | 16,300 |
| Electronic Engineering | 16,800 |
| Nursing | 18,000 |
| Law | 14,800 |
Graduate Courses (2020 intake)
| Name of Program | Taught-based programs fee (in GBP, per year) | Research-based programs fee (in GBP, per year) |
|---|---|---|
| Arts and Humanities | 15,000 | 14,500 |
| MBA/ Business Studies | 17,000 | 16,800 |
| Computer Science | 16,100 | 17,800 |
| Electronic Engineering | 16,800 | 17,800 |
| Psychology | 16,800 | 18,300 |
| Law | 15,500 | 15,000 |
Cost of living
International students are highly advised to have an idea of the expenses required to survive in a foreign land. While it is difficult to reveal an exact amount required, a roughly estimated amount required for accommodation, travel, and stay for aspirants looking to study in the UK is around 900 to 1100 GBP, per month for a single student living in Bangor.
A detailed list of expenses would look something like as has been tabulated below:
| Type of Expenditure | Cost (in GBP, per month) |
|---|---|
| Meals | 74 |
| Transportation | 80 |
| Clothing | 42 |
| Personal Care | 12 |
| Phone and Internet | 27 |
Scholarships/ Financial Aid
Bangor University offers various scholarships and awards for aiding the education of its deserving aspirants. The institute has over 3.4 Million GBP in scholarships and bursaries as awards for its aspirants. Some of the available studentships provided as financial support for international students looking to study in the UK are as mentioned below.
| Scholarship | Amount (in GBP) | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vice-Chancellor Scholarships | 50% of the Tuition Fee | For Undergraduates: Grades equivalent of GCE A-level A grade students; for postgraduates: Equivalent of a UK 1st class Bachelor’s degree | Submit scholarship application on or before 1 May 2020 |
| Dean Scholarships | 4,000 (undergraduate) and 5,000 for graduate students | For Undergraduates: Grades equivalent of GCE A-level A grade students; For Postgraduates: Equivalent of a UK 1st class Bachelor’s degree | Submit scholarship application on or before 1 May 2020 |
| International Scholarships | 3,000 | These scholarships are awarded purely at University’s discretion based on course choice, academic performance, personal statement, etc. | Admission applications are considered for the same. |
Work While you Study
International students generally have restrictions on the number of hours they can work and the type of work they can perform based on the kind of visa you hold.
Students holding a Tier 4 visa will be required to work for not more than 20 hours per week during term time.
On-Campus
International students can take help from Skills and Employability Service which offers advice and guidance on CVs and applications, interview techniques and also advertises various jobs and opportunities for work experience and to make part-time money.
Off-Campus
Not all students are allowed to work off-campus as per immigration laws and thus require special permission from authorities and then they can easily look for work opportunities outside the campus.
