Study abroad at Bangor University

Established in 1884, Bangor University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the large town of Bangor (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Wales. This institution also has a branch campus in London and Wrexham. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Bangor University is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. Bangor University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Bangor University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

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Why study at Bangor University?

The university campus stretches in vast parameters in Bangor. Additionally, a share of the School of Healthcare Sciences dwells in Wrexham. The campus is easily accessible and connects to London, Manchester, Crewe, and Cardiff via a direct train. One can reach the campus by taking a bus or a ferry too. It offers many student-friendly amenities to the students, including sports facilities, learning facilities, libraries, and accommodations. The university is made up of three Colleges housing fourteen academic Schools, as well as over fifty specialist research centers, enabling the provision of courses spanning the Arts, Humanities, and Sciences. The residence facility offered by the university consists of conveniences such as lounges, studios, kitchens, and fitness rooms. The Commercial Services Department of the university takes care of the catering, campus shops, event organization and food, and drinks outlets.

Life as an international student

At Bangor, you’re close to your friends and close to the action.

If you ask someone what’s good about being a student at Bangor, one of the most popular answers is that when you walk down the street you always bump into someone you know. Being surrounded by friends is what makes Bangor such a special place to study, and our size and friendly nature mean our students tend to settle-in quickly.

Much of your social life at University will revolve around the Students’ Union, which provides services, support, activities and entertainment for students.

Student life & facilities

  • Sport Clubs
    • rugby
    • Varsity
    • netball
    • football
    • tennis
    • surfing
    • snowsports
    • canoeing
    • windsurfing
    • underwater hockey
    • quidditch
    • frisbee
  • Societies
    • drama
    • music
    • film
    • photography
  • Outdoors
    • rock climbing
    • hill walking
    • canoeing
    • kayaking
    • surfing
    • sailing
    • sea kayaking
  • facilities
    • Canolfan Brailsford Sport Centre
    • Treborth Playing Fields and Athletics Track
    • St Mary's Fitness Room

Fees and funding

From your tuition costs to living costs, there’s certainly a lot to consider. Learn about the costs you can expect for Bangor University's upcoming academic year, and learn what kinds of funding opportunities exist to help ease the financial burden. Information for current students studying at Bangor University can be viewed on MyBangor.
Graduate tuition over 20,000 US$ per year. Postgraduate tuition over 15,000 US$ per year.