Bangor University
Bangor University is a public university in Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales, founded in 1884. This guide covers what it publishes for international students on fees, scholarships and housing.
Fees, deadlines and requirements can change; confirm them on the university's official pages before applying. Information last reviewed: 3 October 2026
About
It has 9,035 students, including nearly 2,000 international students from 126 countries, per the university.
Location
The campus is in Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales.
World rankings
| Ranking body | Overall rank | Source |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings | 567 (edition not confirmed) | Link |
| Times Higher Education (THE) | 501-600 (2026) | Link |
| U.S. News Best Global Universities | Not verified at source | — |
| ARWU / Shanghai Ranking | 401-500 (2026) | Link |
Figures above are overall institutional ranks, not subject rankings. Rankings change every year; check each ranking body for the latest edition.
Programmes
- Undergraduate, taught postgraduate and research degrees; requirements are set per course.
Admission requirements
Bachelor's
There is no application fee for international applicants, who can apply directly or through authorised agents via the online portal. Detailed entry requirements are per course.
Master's and doctorate
Per course. We could not verify this detail on a current official page; check the link under Sources before applying.
English language requirements
Undergraduate generally IELTS 6.0 (5.5 for non-SELT tests), higher for some: Law, Philosophy and Religion, English Literature/Creative Writing 6.5 (6.0); nursing and education QTS 7.0. Postgraduate taught typically 6.0-6.5 (some 7.0); research 6.0-7.0. TOEFL iBT, Duolingo, PTE and Cambridge are also accepted; equivalent scores were not read.
Fees and cost of living
International fees per year 2026-27. Undergraduate: GBP 18,000 (Band A arts/humanities/education/law), 19,000 (B business/finance), 20,000 (C biology/computer science), 21,000 (D engineering/design/psychology/nursing etc.). Postgraduate taught: 19,000 / 20,500 / 22,500 / 26,000 (Bands A-D). Postgraduate research: 18,500 / 19,500 / 21,000 / 24,500.
Application deadlines
The international page states no deadline and mentions a January 2027 intake. Accommodation deadlines: undergraduate 31 July, postgraduate 7 August.
Scholarships and financial aid
Undergraduate: Vice-Chancellor GBP 10,000; Dean's GBP 6,000 a year; International minimum GBP 4,000 a year; Alumni/Family an extra GBP 1,000 a year. Taught postgraduate: Vice-Chancellor 10,000, Dean's 6,000, International minimum 4,000, plus Refugee, Chevening Partnership and Commonwealth Master's. Research: Dean's 20% discount, Heads of School 10%, China Scholarship Council, Commonwealth and others.
International students
The university has an international students page and a process for applicants.
Campus life and housing
Accommodation is guaranteed for international students under conditions: undergraduates must make Bangor their firm choice or hold an offer and apply by 31 July; full-time postgraduates starting in September on the Bangor campus must be unconditional before 7 Aug and apply for halls by 7 Aug. Rooms are all-inclusive (bills, Wi-Fi, gym); prices were not read.
Why students choose it
- No application fee for international applicants.
- Published scholarship values.
- A conditional housing guarantee.
How to apply
- Choose the programme and level (bachelor's / master's / PhD) that fits your academic background.
- Check admission, language and deadline details on the university's official page (links under Sources).
- Prepare documents: transcripts, certificates, passport, English test result, and any essays or references required.
- Submit through the university portal, Common App or UCAS depending on the institution, and pay any fee.
- After admission: obtain the admission document (e.g. I-20 or CAS), then visa and housing.
Almorad helps prepare and follow up your application but cannot guarantee admission; the decision belongs to the university. Contact us or browse the universities list.
FAQ
How much are Bangor's international fees?
For 2026-27 undergraduate fees are GBP 18,000-21,000 a year by subject band; taught postgraduate GBP 19,000-26,000.
What IELTS score does Bangor need?
Generally 6.0 for undergraduates, and 6.5 or 7.0 for some subjects.
Are there scholarships?
Yes, including a Vice-Chancellor GBP 10,000, a Dean's GBP 6,000 and an International minimum of GBP 4,000 a year.
Is housing guaranteed?
For international students under conditions and deadlines: 31 July (undergraduate) and 7 August (postgraduate).
Sources
- Official website — https://www.bangor.ac.uk
- Admission — https://www.bangor.ac.uk/international
- English — https://www.bangor.ac.uk/international/future/englishlanguage
- Fees — https://www.bangor.ac.uk/international/fees
- Scholarships — https://www.bangor.ac.uk/international/scholarship
- Housing — https://www.bangor.ac.uk/international/accommodation
- Ranking QS — https://www.topuniversities.com/universities/bangor-university
- Ranking THE — https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/bangor-university
- Ranking ARWU — https://www.shanghairanking.com/institution/bangor-university
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