Bangor University was founded in 1884 and is situated in an unrivalled location between the mountains and the sea in North Wales. Through inspiring and excellent teaching, pioneering research, and powerful partnerships, our commitment to sustainability and togetherness drives us to be a catalyst for change. Our history and our future tells a story of the extraordinary things that come to be when we commit to making a difference together. We are 15th in the world for sustainability (UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, 2021) and 85% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021). Honorary graduates include Sir David Attenborough and Ruby Wax OBE.
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Bangor University was founded in 1884 and is situated in an unrivalled location between the mountains and the sea in North Wales. Through inspiring and excellent teaching, pioneering research, and powerful partnerships, our commitment to sustainability and togetherness drives us to be a catalyst for change. Our history and our future tells a story of the extraordinary things that come to be when we commit to making a difference together. We are 15th in the world for sustainability (UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, 2021) and 85% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021). Honorary graduates include Sir David Attenborough and Ruby Wax OBE.
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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 Botanical Gardens, Natural History Museum and research ship. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy more clubs and societies than you can imagine, all of them completely free to join. Notable alumni include Danny Boyle (Oscar-winning Director), Hamza Yassin (Wildlife Cameraman and TV Presenter) and Sir Robert Geoffrey Edwards (Nobel Prize winner).
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Bangor University was founded in 1884 and is situated in an unrivalled location between the mountains and the sea in North Wales. Through inspiring and excellent teaching, pioneering research, and powerful partnerships, our commitment to sustainability and togetherness drives us to be a catalyst for change. Our history and our future tells a story of the extraordinary things that come to be when we commit to making a difference together. We are 15th in the world for sustainability (UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, 2021) and 85% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021). Honorary graduates include Sir David Attenborough and Ruby Wax OBE.
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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 Botanical Gardens, Natural History Museum and research ship. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy more clubs and societies than you can imagine, all of them completely free to join. 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 Botanical Gardens, Natural History Museum and research ship. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy more clubs and societies than you can imagine, all of them completely free to join. Notable alumni include Danny Boyle (Oscar-winning Director), Hamza Yassin (Wildlife Cameraman and TV Presenter) and Sir Robert Geoffrey Edwards (Nobel Prize winner).