UNIVERSITY OF WALES, BANGOR

The University has enjoyed a reputation for excellence in teaching and research ever since it was founded in 1884. Our qualifications are therefore recognised world-wide which explains why International students have chosen to study at Bangor for decades, and who today make up 10% of the total student population.

Most departments are rated the highest possible award of ‘excellent’ for the quality of teaching. In the latest assessment by the UK government into the quality of research at UK universities, most departments were recognised for conducting research of international standing. Indeed, two schools were awarded the highest possible award of 5* whilst a further four were also awarded grade 5. A further seven were awarded grade 4 demonstrating that Bangor is truly a world class research institution.

Our schools and departments have excellent resources which includes the rare and outstanding facility of the £3.5 million Prince Madog ocean-going research ship. Other specialist equipment and facilities include the functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), nanotechnology development laboratories, dual energy x-ray absorptiometry room botanic gardens.

The University is committed to encouraging individuals to achieve their highest potential, which is why we are committed to the tutorial system and to teaching in smaller groups. Students enjoy a high teacher to student ratio compared to other UK and US universities. Our staff know each student personally by name and have an open door policy. This also enables staff to keep in close contact with each and every student and monitor their academic and personal development.

In a major survey into student satisfaction at institutions throughout the UK, University of Wales, Bangor has been awarded 1st place in the 'most helpful administration' category and 12th place overall, demonstrating the university’s commitment to each individual student.

The minimum English Language requirement is IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 560, or equivalent. We can offer a flexible entry programme designed for students who have not yet achieved these scores. Our English Language Unit which employs highly qualified and experienced teachers offers a range of courses designed to bring student to the desired language level by the start of the academic course. No further external English tests are required.

The cost of living in Bangor is lower than in larger city universities – therefore we can keep down our student accommodation costs and students can save up to 40% on living costs. Total costs for undergraduates in 1 year is estimated at £12,500 and for Masters £14,700 (at the standard Masters fee).

Students can rest assured that Bangor is a relatively safe place to live. Crime-rates are amongst the lowest in the UK and as it is a compact city – university buildings, accommodation and city centre are all within safe walking distance, so there is no need to catch buses and trains - and students save money. It is not an industrialised city, pollution levels are low, Bangor is a clean and healthy place to live.

Living in Bangor enables students to combine a high quality educational experience with a wonderful living environment. North Wales is an area of outstanding natural beauty, yet close to major cities such as Manchester and Liverpool, so travelling to and from Bangor is easy - only a two-hour train journey from Manchester International Airport and four-hours from London.

Website: www.bangor.ac.uk International pages: http://www.bangor.ac.uk/international

International Students at Bangor http://www.bangor.ac.uk/studentlife/features/yan.php.en

Contact information:

International Office
University of Wales, Bangor
College Road
Bangor
Gwynedd
U.K.
LL57 2DG

Telephone No +0044 (0) 1248 382028
Fax No +0044 (0) 1248 383785