Bangor University
A historic university in a stunning coastal and mountain setting, known for high-quality teaching, impactful research, and strong academic support, all in one of the UK’s most affordable and welcoming student cities.
Why choose Bangor University
in the UK for Psychology and Health
Named the top university in the UK for the quality of teaching in the 2025 National Student Survery.
Best university in the UK
Ranked 15th best University in the United Kingdom by University Compare 2026.
Most sustainable university in the UK
Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025.
About Bangor University
The University is home to a welcoming international community, with students from over 120 countries, and is well known for its supportive learning environment, affordable cost of living, and high student satisfaction.
With a strong reputation for world-class research and teaching, Bangor provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across subjects such as Psychology, Business, Computing, Law, Education, and Environmental Studies.
Bangor, study between the mountains and sea
Set between the mountains of Snowdonia and the North Wales coast, Bangor offers a safe, scenic and affordable place to live and study.
Located in North Wales, it is surrounded by some of the UK’s most beautiful natural landscapes from mountain trails to coastal views. Bangor offers everything you need including shops, cafés, cultural venues and outdoor activities. The city is known for being friendly, safe, and affordable, making it a perfect home for international students.
With so much to explore you can really enjoy your time at university with the historical towns such as Beaumaris, Conwy and Caernarfon all with their own castles, or scenic villages like Beddgelert and Betws-y-Coed. In the summer months, enjoy the beaches on the nearby island of Anglesey which is a popular spot for sunbathing, swimming and days out with friends.
With excellent transport links to major UK cities like Manchester and Liverpool, you will be able to enjoy the peace of a smaller city while still feeling well connected.
Bangor University, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 2DG
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Your campus life
A compact, friendly campus with everything you need within walking distance to the lecture halls and libraries, cafés, sports facilities and accommodation.
Bangor offers a city centre campus where academic buildings, student services and accommodation are all close by. You will find modern learning spaces, well equipped laboratories and libraries that support a wide range of subjects.
- The Pontio building is home to the Students’ Union, a cinema, theatre, lecture theatres and places to eat.
- Several cafes, restaurants and bars across the student villages.
- Sporting facilities which include a fully equipped Olympic and functional training area, fitness classes, indoor courts, armoury for fencing and a climbing wall.
- Access to Snowdonia Watersports, an outdoor activity base in Llyn Padarn which provides rowing programmes and other water/mountain activities clubs.
Accommodation
Bangor University offers high-quality accommodation for international students, all within easy reach of the main campus and city centre. Most halls are located just a few minutes’ walk from teaching buildings, libraries, and social spaces.
You can choose from a variety of modern residences, including St Mary’s Village, Ffriddoedd Village, Bryn Eithin, Reichel, Neuadd Jenkins, and Neuadd John Morris-Jones. Options include en-suite rooms, shared flats, and studios, all fully furnished with shared kitchens and social areas.
Living in university accommodation means joining a friendly and supportive community. Residential wardens and mentors are available to help you settle in and make the most of your time in Bangor, with regular social activities to help you meet new friends.
If you prefer, there are also private halls and shared houses in Bangor city centre and nearby areas.
Bangor was ranked 12th in the UK and 1st in Wales for Accommodation by University Compare 2026, and placed in the Top 10 for Halls and Accommodation at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024.
Your experience at Bangor University
The university’s welcoming atmosphere and compact setting mean you are never far from friends, classes, or activities. Undeb Bangor, BUIC’s student union, is one of the most active in the country. Running the University’s clubs, societies and volunteering projects, it also provides student support as well as a range of entertainment. Membership of the Student Union’s clubs and societies is free of charge for all students. Whether you want to try something new, make friends and find your community, there is always something happening.
Campus Life events
The Campus Life events programme includes activities for everyone, from kayaking, mountain walks, and film nights to music events, pizza parties, and life skills workshops.
Clubs and Societies
With over 150 clubs and societies you will find something for everyone. Whether you are passionate about sports, arts, culture, or academic interests there are so many clubs and societies to choose from and it is easy to get involved and meet new people.
Sports for everyone
Bangor University offers team and individual sports for everyone in both indoor and outdoor facilities. You can join athletics, indoor climbing, indoor cricket, tennis, squash, trampolining, football, rugby, hockey as well outdoor activities like hiking which Wales is famous for.
Bangor University International College
Bangor University International College (BUIC) is a dedicated college for international students to start their studies. We offer integrated and standalone pathway programmes which develop your academic and English language skills.
Our international college is part of the university campus so you will have access to all the same university spaces, facilities and community so you will feel like you are part of the university from the day you start.
International Pathways to Bangor University
You can choose from a range of pathway courses designed to prepare you for undergraduate or postgraduate study at Bangor University. Each course combines academic learning with expert English language support, helping you build the skills and confidence you need to succeed at the right level for you.
- International Year Zero (IYZ)
Business and Management | Law, Media, Psychology and Social Sciences | Engineering and Computer Science - International Year One (IY1)
Business, Management and Marketing | Accounting, Banking and Finance | Psychology - Pre-Masters
Accounting and Finance | Business and Management | Investment and Banking | Psychology
Courses at the Bangor University
Psychology
This ‘pure psychology’ course will allow students to gain a scientific understanding of the basic processes by which we learn, think, feel and adapt to our social conditions.
International Year Zero
The International Year Zero (IYZ) is designed to help you gain extra English Language skills and develop your subject knowledge to an undergraduate level.
Undergraduate degrees
Explore the range of undergraduate degrees at Bangor University and and start your journey to becoming a great graduate.
Postgraduate degrees
Explore the range of postgraduate degrees at Bangor University and take your career to the next level.
International Pathway Fees
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2025-26) |
|---|---|
| International Year Zero | £17,845 |
| Pre-Masters (2 terms) | £15,195 £15,195 |
| Pre-Masters (1 term) | £11,755 £11,755 |
| International Year One | £17,845 £17,845 |
| *Fees are not inclusive of scholarships. All applications are subject to a non-refundable admin Fee of £220. Stated fees are for the pathway only. Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for degree course continued at the university, for more information on progression degree fees please visit the university website directly. | |
Scholarships at Bangor University
Up to £6,000 scholarship for 3-term pathways
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Up to £5,000 scholarship for 1-term pathway
Up to £5,500 scholarship for 2-term pathway
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£3,00 for the first year of study undergraduate degree at Bangor University
£2,000 for the first year of study postgraduate degree at Bangor University
Reach out to our admissions team for details about scholarships available to you.