Study Through The Medium of Welsh

Student working on laptop in Pontio wearing a Wales football t-shirt

If you would like to study through the medium of Welsh and live in a truly bilingual community, Bangor University is the place for you.

Bangor University offers more Welsh-medium modules and courses than any other university.
Studying through Welsh can give you a better connection with your lecturers and fellow students as class sizes are usually smaller, allowing you more opportunities to contribute.
You can do all or part of your degree through the medium of Welsh in several academic Schools.

The Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol has a course finder tool that indicates how much of your course is available in Welsh.

WHY STUDY THROUGH THE MEDIUM OF WELSH?

Bilingual people are needed in all types of jobs in Wales.
There is a great demand for young professionals who can work bilingually in Wales.
Studying through Welsh at university will provide an excellent foundation for your career.

MONEY IN YOUR POCKET

Did you know that financial support is available to study through the medium of Welsh? When registering to follow Welsh-medium modules, you may be eligible to receive the following:

£1000

Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol Main Scholarship - £1,000 per year for up to three years when you study 80 credits per year through the medium of Welsh.

£500

Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol Incentive Scholarship - £500 per year for up to three years if you study 40 credits per year through the medium of Welsh.

£250

Welsh bursary - £250 per year if you study 40 credits per year through the medium of Welsh. This bursary can be received in addition to the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol scholarships.

STUDENT SERVICES

Naturally, there is much more to university life than lectures and socialising. To support you during your time here, the entire range of the University’s student services - from advice on finances to counselling support - is available through the medium of Welsh.

Find out more

Undeb Bangor

If you would like to socialise or relax with other Welsh speakers you are in the right place. Undeb Bangor is Bangor University's Students' Union. Undeb Myfyrwyr Cymru Bangor (UMCB) is a part of Undeb Bangor.

UMCB has a president who works to support Welsh-speaking students and promote the Welsh language and culture at Bangor University.

The Cymric is the social wing of UMCB which organises social events throughout the year. We have Welsh choirs, a literary society, sports clubs and a student radio station - and if you would like to set up a new Welsh medium club, support is available to do so.

Student Holly Shone in a bedroom in St Mary's accommodation

DEDICATED ACCOMMODATION FOR WELSH SPEAKERS

Why not make Neuadd John Morris-Jones (JMJ) a home away from home? JMJ is a hall of residence for Welsh speakers and learners, and it has en-suite rooms and communal spaces – put the kettle on to have a panad and a chat in a natural Welsh atmosphere.

Welsh Skills Support Canolfan Bedwyr

If you are a Welsh learner or if you would like to improve your spoken or written Welsh, there is nowhere better to practise. Take advantage of the specialist support available to Welsh students from Canolfan Bedwyr, the University’s Centre for Welsh Language Services, Research and Technology.

You can develop your academic writing and presentation skills and you will be supported to take the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol Language Skills Certificate exam. Improving your language skills will help you with your academic studies and your future career.

Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol

The Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol’s aim is to build a Welsh and bilingual education and training system which is open to everyone and to develop a bilingual workforce for Wales. 

There is a 'branch' of the Coleg in every university in Wales, and the Bangor branch is located in Canolfan Bedwyr.

Video: Welsh Phrases

Simple Welsh Phrases

Give Welsh a go! Here are some simple Welsh phrases you can learn that you'll find useful around Bangor. If you'd like to learn more phrases you can do so here.

Transcript for Welsh Phrases video

[0:01] Helo, shw'mae? (Hello, how are things?)

[0:02] Since Bangor University is located in North Wales,

[0:05] you'll probably see and hear the Welsh language being used around campus and around the local area.

[0:12] Here are some simple phrases that you might find useful during your time here in Bangor.

[0:18] Bore da (Good Morning)

[0:21] Bore da (Good Morning)

[0:23] P'nawn da (Good Afternoon)

[0:26] P'nawn da (Good Afternoon)

[0:28] Noswaith dda (Good evening)

[0:31] Noswaith dda (Good evening)

[0:33] Croeso (Welcome)

[0:36] Croeso (Welcome)

[0:39] Lleucu dw i (I'm Lleucu)

[0:41] Lleucu dw i (I'm Lleucu)

[0:45] Ti'n iawn? (Are you ok?)

[0:48] Ti'n iawn? (Are you ok?)

[0:50] Sut 'dach chi? (How are you?)

[0:53] Sut 'dach chi? (How are you?)

[0:57] Iawn diolch (Fine thanks)

[0:59] Iawn diolch (Fine thanks)

[1:03] Da iawn diolch, a chi? (Good thanks, and you?)

[1:06] Da iawn diolch, a chi? (Good thanks, and you?)

[1:12] Diolch (Thank you)

[1:14] Diolch (Thank you)

[1:17] Diolch yn fawr (Thank you very much)

[1:20] Diolch yn fawr (Thank you very much)

[1:23] Hwyl fawr (Good bye)

[1:26] Hwyl fawr (Good bye)

[1:29] Pob lwc (Good luck)

[1:31] Pob lwc (Good luck)

[1:33] If you're interested in learning some more Welsh words and phrases,

[1:37] take a look at the 'Help with Welsh' page on the university's website.

[1:42]Diolch!

Video: Online Self-study Welsh Language Course

Online Self-Study Welsh Language Course

If you're interested in learning some Welsh during your time as a Bangor University Student watch this video. Please note that registration for this course opens in September and closes in October every year.

Transcript for Online Self-study Welsh Language Course Video

[0:04] Online Self-study Welsh language course

[ [0:05] For beginners

[ [0:12] You can work your way through the course at your own pace and at a time that is convenient for you.

[ [0:21] You’ll be able to access the course any time, anywhere using your phone, tablet, or computer.

[0:25] As long as you have internet connection...

[0:29] You’ll also receive support from a tutor to help you complete the course.

[0:33] Got any questions?

[0:34] Or to register please send an e-mail to:

[0:36] cwrsarlein@bangor.ac.uk

For more information on studying in Welsh, visit the Study pages (Welsh medium).