Bangor University
Why Choose Bangor University?
Founded in 1884, Bangor University is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the UK. The University – ranked in the top 40 (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2012-13) is located in the beautiful North Wales and boasts “the best university setting in the UK”. (Independents’ A-Z of Universities and Higher Education Colleges)
Teaching Quality
- Bangor has one of the largest peer guiding schemes of any UK University. Over 400 students are trained every year to become peer guides and provide advice and support to students in their first year.
- Top in Wales (and 15th in the UK) for teaching excellence, (The Sunday Times University Guide 2011)
- Ranked 14th in the UK, (Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2011)
Research Quality
- Accounting and Finance – Ranked No.1 in the UK
- Electronic Engineering – Ranked No.2 in the UK
- Sports Science – Ranked No.10 in the UK
Location
Situated near to the spectacular mountains of Snowdonia and with the sea close by, Bangor is one of the most attractive study locations in the UK. The city is safe, compact and cost effective with one of the lowest crime rates and cost of living of any university city.
Just over 3 hours from London and 1.5 hours from Liverpool and Manchester Bangor is well connected and all major cities can be reached with ease.
Student Services
Student Satisfaction
Bangor University achieved top 20 positions in the National Student Survey in subject areas ranging from Psychology and Education to Sports Science, Chemistry and Nursing & Midwifery.
- Bangor is rated top 12 in the UK for providing small-group tuition (Times Higher Education)
- Ranked 14th in the UK - The Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2011
- A recent QAA institutional review resulted in the highest possible endorsement – a ‘confidence’ judgement in the University’s academic standards.
- Bangor has one of the largest Peer Guiding schemes of any UK university providing a supportive atmosphere to students. There is always someone to turn to for advice and support whether it be helping to find your lecture room or where to go for a good night out
- The Guardian University Guide commented: “Bangor is a small, friendly cathedral city set in a stunning location. The local community welcomes the annual influx of students and during term-time students dominate the social scene. The general consensus is that Bangor is a safe, clean and affordable place to live, and comes highly recommended.”
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- Finance and Accounting
- Agriculture & Agronomy
- Environmental Studies and Forestry
- Business and Managment
- Computer sciences
- Economics
- Engineering
- Law
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Medicine
- Healthcare science
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Sports Sciences
- Art and Design
- Archaeology
- Languages
- Education
- Biology Sciences
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- Language Programs
- PhD
- MBA
- Masters
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