Bachelor's
GBP 2,500 off in year one
Bangor University
Bangor, United Kingdom
"A coastal Welsh university between Snowdonia and the Menai Strait"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#531 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months (PhD 3 years)
About Bangor University
Bangor University is a public research university on the coast of Gwynedd in north Wales, with around 10,000 students of whom about 23% are international. It was named Welsh University of the Year by the Daily Mail University Guide 2024. Bangor is known for business, law, psychology, sport and health sciences and marine and environmental sciences, and is one of the least expensive UK university cities.
Rankings & Recognition
#531
Ranked #531-540 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (=567 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Public university, Wales
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Bangor University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1884
Founded
approx. 10,000
Total Students
About 23%
International Students
Daily Mail 2024
Welsh University of the Year
Popular Programs
Business and Management
Law
Psychology
Sport and Health Sciences
Computer Science
Marine and Environmental Sciences
Application Details
Application Route
Direct online or UCAS
Intakes
September, January
Application Window
Nov 2026 - Feb 2027
Deadlines
Clustered in March 2027
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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IELTS (Bachelor's, MA, MSc, MBA)
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6.0, no element below 5.5 |
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IELTS (LLM)
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6.5, no element below 6.0 |
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India: IELTS waiver (2022 guide)
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70%+ in Class 12 English |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS from university)
Post-Study Work
18 months (PhD 3 years)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Worker visa
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
17%
Placement Ratio
18 months (PhD 3 years)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Bangor University's main buildings are on College Road in Bangor, a small coastal city in Gwynedd between the Menai Strait and Snowdonia.
Campus Details
Bangor
city campus
Business
School on College Road
Coast
and mountains nearby
Campus Forecast
Mild wet climate
Cool summers
Frequent rain
Mountain and sea weather
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University halls around GBP 5460 per year
Private rented houses
Dining
Campus cafes and canteens
Local cafes in Bangor
Health & Wellness
Student wellbeing services
Disability support
Activities & Clubs
Students Union societies
Sports clubs
Hiking in Snowdonia
Menai Strait water sports
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
approx. 10,000
International Students
About 23%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Bachelor's 2026/27
approx. GBP 18,000-21,000 / year
Tuition - MBA / MSc CS 2026/27
approx. GBP 20,500 / year
International Experience Year
GBP 1,468
Halls (approx.)
GBP 5,460 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Bangor admits international students in September and January. Applications for 2027 entry open from November 2026 with deadlines clustered around March 2027. Fees for 2026 entry apply to starts before 31 August 2027.
Scholarships at Bangor University
3 scholarships available
Master's
GBP 2,000 off
Bangor Postgraduate Scholarship
Bachelor's
Science Scholarship
GBP 1,500 off for science courses
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
IELTS 6.0, no element below 5.5. Foundation route via Bangor International College.
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree and IELTS 6.0 (LLM 6.5). Pre-Masters route available.
English Proficiency
IELTS (Bachelor's, MA, MSc, MBA)
6.0, no element below 5.5IELTS (LLM)
6.5, no element below 6.0India: IELTS waiver (2022 guide)
70%+ in Class 12 EnglishRequired Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts and certificates
English test result (IELTS / TOEFL)
Personal statement
Academic reference
CV (postgraduate)
Passport photo
Application Process
1
Choose course
Pick a course on the university website.
2
Apply online
Apply directly or through UCAS for undergraduate courses.
3
Offer
Receive an offer and accept it.
4
Pay deposit
Pay the tuition deposit if the university asks for one.
5
Get CAS
Receive the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
6
Student visa
Apply for the UK Student visa, then arrive and enrol.
Campus & Location
Bangor University's main buildings are on College Road in Bangor, a small coastal city in Gwynedd between the Menai Strait and Snowdonia.
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