63

CUG UK ranking (out of 144)

81%

NSS Student Satisfaction 2022/2023 score

62%

Graduate prospects outcomes (CUG UK)

Set between the mountains and the sea in beautiful North Wales, Bangor University offers an unrivalled experience. With career-focused courses, strong student support, and a close-knit community, Bangor is a place where you can thrive – personally and academically. It’s an affordable university city with space to breathe, surrounded by nature but connected to the world. 85% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021), and our teaching is built around real-world impact. Honorary graduates include Sir David Attenborough and Ruby Wax OBE, and naturalist Steve Backshall is an honorary lecturer at the University.

Learning that inspires. A community that cares.

Read more
University stories coming soon!

Learning that inspires. A community that cares.

No items found.

Subjects at

Bangor University

No items found.

Book an open day

There are currently no open days for this university

About the university

The university

Set between the mountains and the sea in beautiful North Wales, Bangor University offers an unrivalled experience. With career-focused courses, strong student support, and a close-knit community, Bangor is a place where you can thrive – personally and academically. It’s an affordable university city with space to breathe, surrounded by nature but connected to the world. 85% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021), and our teaching is built around real-world impact. Honorary graduates include Sir David Attenborough and Ruby Wax OBE, and naturalist Steve Backshall is an honorary lecturer at the University.

What students think

Students at Bangor University are drawn by our location and heritage, and they thrive in our close and compassionate community. You’ll be taught by leaders in their field who are also deeply committed to your learning. We have excellent facilities, including our own Botanic Gardens, Natural History Museum and research ship. Plus, Bangor’s Students’ Union has over 150 clubs, societies and volunteering projects – and they’re a great way to continue existing hobbies, try new things and meet like-minded people. Notable alumni include Danny Boyle (Oscar-winning Director), Hamza Yassin (Wildlife Cameraman and TV Presenter) and Sir Robert Geoffrey Edwards (Nobel Prize winner).

click ME

The university

Set between the mountains and the sea in beautiful North Wales, Bangor University offers an unrivalled experience. With career-focused courses, strong student support, and a close-knit community, Bangor is a place where you can thrive – personally and academically. It’s an affordable university city with space to breathe, surrounded by nature but connected to the world. 85% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021), and our teaching is built around real-world impact. Honorary graduates include Sir David Attenborough and Ruby Wax OBE, and naturalist Steve Backshall is an honorary lecturer at the University.

What students think

Students at Bangor University are drawn by our location and heritage, and they thrive in our close and compassionate community. You’ll be taught by leaders in their field who are also deeply committed to your learning. We have excellent facilities, including our own Botanic Gardens, Natural History Museum and research ship. Plus, Bangor’s Students’ Union has over 150 clubs, societies and volunteering projects – and they’re a great way to continue existing hobbies, try new things and meet like-minded people. Notable alumni include Danny Boyle (Oscar-winning Director), Hamza Yassin (Wildlife Cameraman and TV Presenter) and Sir Robert Geoffrey Edwards (Nobel Prize winner).

Students at Bangor University are drawn by our location and heritage, and they thrive in our close and compassionate community. You’ll be taught by leaders in their field who are also deeply committed to your learning. We have excellent facilities, including our own Botanic Gardens, Natural History Museum and research ship. Plus, Bangor’s Students’ Union has over 150 clubs, societies and volunteering projects – and they’re a great way to continue existing hobbies, try new things and meet like-minded people. Notable alumni include Danny Boyle (Oscar-winning Director), Hamza Yassin (Wildlife Cameraman and TV Presenter) and Sir Robert Geoffrey Edwards (Nobel Prize winner).

Read more about life at university

Read

A guide to scholarships - what are they and how do I get one?

Read

Moving away from home for the first time - what to expect

Read

Should I go to university?

Read

Staying safe when socialising at university

Read

Making friends and fitting in

Similar universities

Nottingham Trent University

Writtle University College

UCL

Newcastle University

University of Hertfordshire