About the university
Bangor University was founded in 1884 in the small city of Bangor in North Wales, between the mountains of Eryri (Snowdonia) and the Menai Strait. It is a public university with about 8,700 students, around a third of them from outside the UK.
Bangor is known for ocean sciences, environmental science and forestry, psychology, and its business school's banking and finance courses, which include a Chartered Banker route. Class sizes are small, and 85% of its research was rated world-leading or internationally excellent in REF 2021.
For Indian students, Bangor's appeal is its cost. Most business, computing and data master's courses are £19,000 to £20,500 a year before scholarships, every international student is considered for at least £4,000 off, and North Wales is one of the cheaper places to live in the UK. The India page also accepts 65% in Class 12 English in place of IELTS for most boards.
Bangor is a quiet, safe student city where much of life revolves around the university. It suits students who want the outdoors, the sea and a close community more than big-city life.
- Founded
- 1884, one of the oldest degree-awarding institutions in Wales
- Type
- Public university in North Wales
- Total students
- About 8,700 (8,675 in THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- International students
- 31% of students (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Student–staff ratio
- 15.1 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Intakes
- September and January for most master's courses; some MBA and law courses also start in May
- Accommodation
- Room guaranteed for new full-time students who meet the conditions and apply by the deadline
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
=567 in the world
THE World University Rankings 2027
501–550 in the world
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
49th of 130 UK universities
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £20,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- January; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5)
- Postgraduate
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science MSc
- Fee / year
- £20,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- January; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's usual requirement
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £20,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- January; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £20,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- January; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £20,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- January; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's usual requirement
- Postgraduate
Computing for Data Science MSc
- Fee / year
- £20,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- January; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), the university's usual requirement
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £20,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- January; May; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £20,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- January; May; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Data Science MSc | 1 year (full time) | £20,500 | ≈ ₹25 lakh |
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science MSc | 1 year (full time) | £20,500 | ≈ ₹25 lakh |
| Business Data Analytics MSc | 1 year (full time) | £20,500 | ≈ ₹25 lakh |
| Advanced Computer Science MSc | 1 year (full time) | £20,500 | ≈ ₹25 lakh |
| Computing MSc | 1 year (full time) | £20,500 | ≈ ₹25 lakh |
| Computing for Data Science MSc | 1 year (full time) | £20,500 | ≈ ₹25 lakh |
| Management MBA | 1 year (full time) | £20,500 | ≈ ₹25 lakh |
| International Business MBA | 1 year (full time) | £20,500 | ≈ ₹25 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Bangor University with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Bachelor's and taught master's
International Scholarship
Value: At least £4,000 off tuition (per year of study for bachelor's degrees)
Eligibility: International students from all countries outside the UK. See the scholarships page for how awards are assigned.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Bachelor's and taught master's
Dean's Scholarship
Value: £6,000 (per year of study for bachelor's degrees)
Eligibility: International students from all countries outside the UK. Competitive.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Bachelor's and taught master's
Vice-Chancellor Scholarship
Value: £10,000
Eligibility: International students from all countries outside the UK. Competitive.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Bachelor's and taught master's
Alumni, existing student and family discount
Value: £1,000 a year on top of the International Scholarship
Eligibility: Bangor alumni, current students and their family members (not UK or Irish students).
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Taught master's
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship
Value: Full tuition, a monthly stipend, return airfare and other allowances
Eligibility: Citizens of listed Commonwealth countries, including India. Very competitive and applied for through the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Bachelor's degrees: 65% in Class 12 from a central or state board.
- Students from the Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh state boards need 85%.
- With 55% or more in Class 12, you can start with International Year Zero at Bangor University International College, the first year of a four-year degree.
- Undergraduate applications go through UCAS.
Postgraduate
- Master's degrees: usually a 2:2, which the India page lists as second division, 50–55% or a 6.0 GPA.
- Some conversion courses, such as the Computing MSc and the Artificial Intelligence and Data Science MSc, accept a third-class degree or equivalent.
- If you do not meet the business school's entry level, you can be considered for the International Incorporated Master's, which starts with a pre-master's at Bangor University International College.
- Postgraduate applications are made directly to the university.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Degree certificate and transcripts (or Class 10 and 12 mark sheets for bachelor's)
- English test score, or Class 12 English marks if you use the board-based route
- Personal statement
- References
- CV for MBA and business analytics applications
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 for most courses. The LLM asks for 6.5 with 6.0 in each component. |
| Class 12 English route | 65% in Class 12 English from central and most state boards can replace IELTS. Students from the Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh boards must take IELTS or an equivalent test. |
| Other tests | Equivalent scores in other accepted tests are listed on Bangor's English requirements pages. |
| Pre-sessional English | Available at Bangor for applicants who fall a little short of the required level. |
Accommodation and living costs
New full-time undergraduates and postgraduates who meet the conditions are guaranteed a room in university halls. Postgraduates must start in September, apply for halls by 7 August and be based at the Bangor campus. Rent includes all bills (water, heating and electricity) and Wi-Fi. Halls are in two main sites, Ffriddoedd Village and St Mary's Village. Prices below are the 'from' rates on Bangor's rooms page in October 2026.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Budget single room, bathroom shared by 4 (St Mary's Village)From £110 | £110per week | ≈ ₹13,420 |
| Classic en suite room (Ffriddoedd Village)From £130; very limited for September 2027 | £130per week | ≈ ₹15,860 |
| Postgraduate single room, bathroom shared by 2 (St Mary's Village)From £135 | £135per week | ≈ ₹16,470 |
| Modern or St Mary's en suite roomFrom £175 (en suite) to £210 (deluxe) | £175–210per week | ≈ ₹21,350 – ₹25,620 |
| Living costs Bangor asks you to budget forBangor's figure for the UKVI requirement (£14,052 for 12 months) | £1,171per month | ≈ ₹1.4 lakh |
Campus and location
Bangor's buildings are spread across the small city, with the main teaching buildings, the Pontio arts and innovation centre and the halls a short walk apart.
- Two main halls sites, Ffriddoedd Village and St Mary's Village, both close to teaching buildings.
- Ocean sciences are based at Menai Bridge on Anglesey, with the research vessel Prince Madog.
- Bangor Business School has a Bloomberg finance lab and runs Chartered Banker courses.
- Mountains, beaches and the Menai Strait are on the doorstep, with many outdoor clubs.
- Pathway courses run by Bangor University International College (with Oxford International) are taught on campus.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Bangor runs a careers service with daily drop-ins and placement options on some courses. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide for the current rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Graduates in work or further study six months after graduating | 88% | DLHE survey 2021, quoted by Bangor |
| Research rated world-leading or internationally excellent | 85% | REF 2021, quoted by Bangor |
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FAQs
How much is a master's at Bangor?
For 2026/27 entry (September 2026, January 2027 and May 2027), most computing, data, finance and MBA courses on this page cost £20,500 a year. Law and health courses are £19,000 and electronic engineering is £22,500. Fees for September 2027 had not been published in October 2026.
Do I get a scholarship automatically?
Bangor lists an International Scholarship of at least £4,000 for students from all countries outside the UK, with higher Dean's (£6,000) and Vice-Chancellor (£10,000) awards. Check the scholarships page for how each is awarded.
Can I start in January?
Yes. Most master's courses on this page start in January and September. For January 2027 the arrival date is 18 January and classes start on 25 January.
Can I skip IELTS?
Usually, if you scored 65% or more in Class 12 English on a central or most state boards. Students from the Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh boards must take IELTS or an equivalent test.
Is accommodation guaranteed?
New full-time postgraduates starting in September are guaranteed a room if they apply for halls by 7 August and meet the other conditions. Rooms start at about £110 a week with bills included.
Sources
- Bangor University: Advanced Data Science MSc (opens in a new tab)
- Bangor University: Business Data Analytics MSc (opens in a new tab)
- Bangor University: international tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
- Bangor University: India country page (opens in a new tab)
- Bangor University: scholarships for international students (opens in a new tab)
- Bangor University: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- Bangor University: rooms and prices (opens in a new tab)
- Bangor University: living costs (opens in a new tab)
- Bangor University: January intake courses (opens in a new tab)
- THE World University Rankings 2027: Bangor University (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
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