Bangor University, UK

Situated in Bangor, was established in the year  1884.

Bangor Institution was established in 1884 and is a Welsh university. Bangor, which is located on the coast of North Wales around 450 kilometres north of London, now has over 10,000 students from 85 different nations. By train, Manchester International Airport is around two hours away.

Bangor is well-known for its Ocean Science because of its location on the coast. It has, nonetheless, established a great reputation in the fields of accounting and finance, sport science, and electronic engineering. Bangor University is ranked in the top 15 universities in the UK for student happiness, and is the best in Wales, according to the most recent National Student Survey.

Free English language training and support are provided to international students, including lessons in English grammar, vocabulary, and business English, as well as drop-in sessions for instant assistance and an English writing advice service. At Bangor, there are over 150 clubs and organisations to join, and membership is free, so any student can take advantage of the opportunities.

Services for International Students.

Bangor University's Overseas Student Welfare Office provides assistance and guidance to all international students and their families. They are available at all times to assist with matters such as study assistance, financial advice, and finding a place to live.

Bangor University Study Skills Centre offers workshops on academic writing and reading, statistics, presentation skills, and project management to assist students with university life and academic progression.

Trips to London, York, and other interesting sites, as well as university events, are organised throughout the year, and there are over 20 foreign student ambassadors to assist you from the time you step foot on campus until you graduate.

Ranking

• 64th in the Times University Guide 2022
• 86th in the Guardian University Guide 2022
• Rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework

Bangor University is ranked in the top 15 universities in the UK for student happiness, and is the best in Wales, according to the most recent National Student Survey. Bangor University is also listed in the top 40 universities in the UK for research, according to the findings of the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, with more than half of Bangor's academic schools classified in the top 20 in the UK for research excellence.

Accommodation

3,000 rooms are available for students at Bangor University, which is split into two campuses. All of the residence halls are self-catering, and all students living in Bangor University residence halls are entitled to a free gym membership. In their first year at Bangor University, all students are guaranteed university housing.

Location

Bangor, with a population of just over 15,000 people, is kind of one of the smallest cities in the United Kingdom. The gorgeous setting, which lies between the Snowdonia Mountains and the Irish Sea, makes it excellent for a variety of hobbies such as hiking, water sports, and mountain biking. The term 'The College on the Hill' comes from the university's renowned Main Arts Building's elevated location.

Bangor is one of the most affordable university towns in the UK, making life considerably easier for students.

Alumni

Arts

• R.S. Thomas (poet)
• Kate Roberts (author)
• John Ogwen (actor)
• Danny Boyle (director)

Science and Academia

• Julian Hibberd (Cambridge Plant Scientist)
• Tom Parry-Jones (inventor)
• Derek Radcliffe (botanist, zoologist and conservationist)