Experience Magical at Bangor University
Our international recruitment officers will be able to provide online training to you and your teams to help you promote Bangor University to potential students should you be interested.
If you would like to receive some agent training please email Kerry Jones on kerry.jones@bangor.ac.uk and she will arrange for you to receive the relevant training from the recruitment officer responsible for your region.
To help you promote Bangor University we have saved a collection of our marketing assets (images, videos, logos etc) in a shared folder which you can access using the password provided below, this should make things easier and quicker for you when you need to access these assets:
Link to access: https://bangor.canto.global/b/KGNGF
Password: #t%A?hTzi
You can access our international videos that appear on YouTube here.
Founded in 1884, dedicated to academic excellence for more than 140 years, Bangor University is one of the oldest and most prestigious degree awarding institutions in the UK.
Bangor University ‘Welsh University of the Year’ (Daily Mail University Guide 2024) has an excellent track record in many disciplines and some world class research. A thriving student community with numerous Students Union activities, projects, volunteering and clubs, Bangor makes for a vibrant, inclusive and diverse student experience.
A location like no other...
Bangor University is located in a world heritage site and in a unique breathtaking location, the city of Bangor, on the north Wales coast, sits between the mountains of Snowdonia and the sea. The location, the scenery and the surrounding area add another dimension to student life. You can climb mountains in Snowdonia, surf on the beaches of Anglesey, row the Menai Strait, or just take in the breathtaking views. But don’t just take our word for it – travel guide Lonely Planet named North Wales as one of the best regions in the world to visit. Discover our spectacular location here.
Friendly atmosphere with a lot going on...
Bangor University’s Student Union has been ranked in the top 10 in the UK (WhatUni 2023) and has over 150 different clubs and societies to choose from such as, film, music, and drama to sport clubs such as canoeing, football, horseback riding, and surfing. Plus, there are volunteer, religious, and cultural societies, so there is bound to be something to suite your taste. It is free to join any of the clubs and societies.
Student Support and financial assistance...
Bangor has been ranked top 10 in the UK for Value for Money (StudentCrowd University Awards 2023) and is also ranked among the top 20 UK universities for Student Support (WhatUni 2023). Our International Student Support Office provides advice and guidance on a range of support related matters including Visa advice, Health and Well-being, Finances, Social Events, practical information, and they also organise the airport pick-up service from Manchester airport at the beginning of each intake.
Scholarships…
As you would expect from a university that places great emphasis on student support, Bangor is keen to offer extra help to students. Bursaries and scholarships worth over £1M are available for new and returning students, including scholarships valued up to £10,000, click here for more details on the scholarships we have available.
Careers and Employability…
We have been awarded 5 Stars Global Rating for Employability (QS Star Rating System 2022) and we also rank within the top 35 UK Universities for Career Prospects (WhatUni 2023), and many of our courses help strengthen career prospects through work placements, industry partnerships and professional accreditations.
Bangor's Student Accommodation has been ranked top 3 in the UK (WhatUni 2023) and the university guarantees a place in halls of residence to all new international students who make an application by the given deadline. All the accommodation is modern and within easy walking distance of your lectures, the campus, and the city centre. Our two student villages all have communal areas, shops, and leisure facilities on-site and there are numerous halls to choose from to suit all budgets. All accommodation prices include utility bills, wi-fi, room contents insurance, Campus Life and gym membership, and we also have 24-hour security on-site.
Facilities…
Ranked top 15 UK University for its Facilities (WhatUni 2023), Bangor University has world class academic facilities including its very own Ocean-going Research Ship - The Price Madog, a Natural History Museum, 200-Seater Digital Cinema, 455 Seat Mid-Scale Theatre, Botanical Gardens, one of the most noteworthy archival and rare book collections held by a University in Wales, MRi Scanner, Cutting Edge Arts and Innovation Centre, Research Farm and Field Centre, Trading Floor, Moot court and Science and Engineering laboratories.
We have a variety of international student profiles that you can refer to and share with any prospective students, and what better way to find out what a university is really like than from our current students themselves!
Hear from our international students about their study and living experiences at Bangor University:
We offer a range of courses at different levels, please click the relevant link below:
- Explore our undergraduate subject areas: Undergraduate Programmes
- Explore our postgraduate taught subject areas: Postgraduate Taught Programmes
- Explore our postgraduate research subject areas: Postgraduate Research Programmes
- Explore our International Incorporated Bachelors Degree, International Year One, and our International Incorporated Masters: Bangor University International College (BUIC)
- Explore our pre-sessional English courses: Pre-sessional courses
International Tuition Fees
Click the link to see the international tuition fees for the current intakes: www.bangor.ac.uk/international/fees
Scholarships for International Students
We have numerous scholarships up to £10,000 available for international students, click the link for the full list and details on how to apply (if applicable): www.bangor.ac.uk/international/scholarship
For country specific entry requirements, click the link below, select the relevant country, and click the 'Entry Requirements' tab along the top, this will then give you detailed requirements from your country:
The application process for all programmes is done online, for agents applying on behalf of students you can Apply here.
We also have Agent Guidance notes you can refer to which will explain the process in details
As part of the standard student visa application process, students from some countries may be asked to complete a credibility interview which will be carried out by the Home Office UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) service staff, this usually takes place via a video link.
The interview is designed to allow students to provide a detailed explanation of their reason for studying in the UK and why they have chosen to study with us at Bangor University.
We are committed to providing students with the best possible application experience and have created a guidance document as a tool to help them prepare for the UKVI Credibility Interview, and understand the format and types of questions they may be asked. You can access the guidance document here, please share with any students who will be undertaking a credibility interview.
We have also put together a CASShield Interview Guidance Webinar which can be viewed here.
If students are asked to attend an interview but do not go, then their student visa application will be refused.
We have a number of International Recruitment Officers responsible for different regions so if you have any queries, want to find out when they will be visiting your country, or need guidance please don't hesitate to contact them and they will be happy to help. Click here.
Follow us on social media to stay up to date with what's happening at Bangor University, and to also share information on your own social pages:
LinkedIn: Bangor University, International
Twitter: @BangorUni_Intl
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BangorUniversityInternational
Instagram: www.instagram.com/apply2bangor
Deiniol the Dragon Instagram: www.instagram.com/bu_deiniolthedragon
Accommodation
Our university accommodation is currently ranked No.3 in the UK (WhatUni 2023) and is modern and within easy walking distance of your lectures and the campus.
Becoming an agent
If you're interested in becoming an agent for Bangor University you will need to complete the following application form and return the completed form and any other information required to Kerry Jones: kerry.jones@bangor.ac.uk
Agent Quality Framework
Bangor University was one of the first signatories of the Agent Quality Framework in the UK. As a university, we understand that many students choose to engage the services of an Education Agent as part of their journey to join us in North Wales. As an institution we are committed in supporting the high-quality agents that we partner with around the world and the students who want to engage their services in understanding what they can expect from an agent of Bangor University.
Useful links:
- The National code of Ethical Practice for Education agents
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The Good Practice Guide for UK Education Agents Partnering for Quality
