INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE

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1 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE

2 How to use this guide This guide is designed to answer your initial questions about studying at Bangor University as an international student. It provides an introduction to the University and lists the courses and services available. If you need more information please contact the International Education Centre or use the websites and addresses in the guide. Contents 4-5 Welcome Choosing the right university for you A word from the Vice-Chancellor 6-7 About the University Why study at Bangor? World-leading research Advice and Support The International Student Support Service International welcome and orientation Peer guides International Student Ambassadors English language support Careers and employability service Graduate destinations Contact Details Web international@bangor.ac.uk Telephone +44 (0) Skype: bangorinternational International Students Group search Bangor University International Students 8-9 Location and the Surrounding Area Investing in your future The Bangor experience Learning resources New facilities Living in Bangor Where is Bangor Travelling to Bangor Top 10 facts about the City of Bangor Weather The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Your Country Visits to your country Meet your country manager Connect with us online Entry Requirements Undergraduate & Postgraduate requirements International Foundation Programme Undergraduate Transfer Pre-Masters Programme Pathway Partners How To Apply Undergraduate applications Postgraduate applications Student Life The students union Clubs & societies Sports facilities Postgraduate Research Applying for a PhD or MPhil Writing a good research proposal Accommodation University residences Safety How much does it cost? How to reserve accommodation? Coming to Bangor with your family Subjects we offer Undergraduate Courses Postgraduate Courses Joint Honours Degrees 40 Tuition Fees and Living Costs 41 Scholarships 42 Study Abroad Programme Creating your programme Making an application 45 Summer Schools 46 Map of the UK 45 Useful contacts 2 Bangor International Student Guide 3

3 Welcome Choosing the right university for you Choosing a university is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Whether you are going to be studying at undergraduate or postgraduate level, moving onto higher education involves a huge personal investment both financially and with regards to time. You may be spending several years of your life at an institution so you need to take a number of factors into account. UK institutions are held in high regard across the world; the degrees awarded are recognised by employers in any country and students who graduate from the UK are sought after by numerous businesses and organisations. Bangor is proud to be part of this great tradition, providing education of international standard and offering superb student support. You will want to consider: The overall environment in which you will be studying The reputation of the university and individual academic schools in terms of teaching and research The quality of the facilities The support provided to students You might ask yourself What makes Bangor so different to other UK universities? and the answer is really quite simple. Professor John G Hughes, Vice-Chancellor We are not only able to offer our students a safe, friendly, low-cost study environment in one of the most spectacular locations in the world, but also a dynamic system of learning, teaching and research which is recognised as being amongst the best in the UK. At Bangor, international students are valued and respected for the unique experience they bring to academic life. We have produced this International Student Guide to try and help you find out more about Bangor and the high level of service, support and quality of teaching we give to our students. If you decide to join us, then you will become part of an international learning community. You will not only obtain a qualification that will help you to guarantee success in your chosen career, but more than that, you will make friends with people from many different cultures and backgrounds, and make memories which will last a lifetime. I look forward to meeting you in Bangor in the future. 4 Bangor International Student Guide 5

4 Over 125 years of excellence... Bangor University was founded in 1884, making it one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the UK. Bangor University has recently had great success in the Times Higher Education World University rankings and is placed among the world s top 275 universities. Why study at Bangor? There are numerous ranking systems used in the UK to assess the quality of universities and it can often be confusing for students when deciding which factors to consider. However, in Bangor s case it could not be simpler, we are ranked in the top 5% of the World s universities (Times Higher Education World University Rankings) This reflects not just the high quality of teaching and research but also student satisfaction ratings, standard of facilities on offer and the considerable investment which we make in supporting each and every student. World leading research Every 5-6 years the UK Government organises an analysis of all research conducted at British universities. This analysis is called the Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). During the most recent RAE, Bangor University proved to be among the very top universities in the UK. The RAE identified world leading research in all of Bangor s 19 assessed subject areas with nearly 50% given the top grading. Areas of particular excellence include Accounting and Finance which is ranked No.1 in the UK, and Electronic Engineering which is ranked No.2 in the UK. For more than 125 years, students from all over the world have graduated from Bangor and as a result have achieved great success in their chosen careers. Today, the University offers over 250 undergraduate / Bachelor degrees, more than 150 courses at postgraduate level and research in around 40 unique areas. Quick facts Over 12,000 students Approximately 1500 non-uk students Over 100 nationalities 23 schools grouped into 6 colleges 2000 staff members 126 million annual turnover Over 125 years of history 6 Bangor International Student Guide 7

5 A friendly, student centred place to live and study... Bangor is a small, friendly cathedral city set in a stunning location. The local community welcomes the annual influx of students and during term-time students dominate the social scene. The general consensus is that Bangor is a safe, clean and affordable place to live, and comes highly recommended. The Guardian University Guide Living in Bangor enables students to combine a high quality educational experience with a wonderful living environment. North Wales is an area of outstanding natural beauty, yet close to major cities such as Manchester and Liverpool. It s a beautiful place with stunning scenery. The lecturers and staff are very friendly and the University has a community feel about it. Bangor University provides students with an intellectually stimulating study environment. It feels natural to be here, as soon as I had set foot in Bangor I felt at home. Situated close to the mountains of Snowdonia and the sea, Bangor is one of the most attractive study locations in the UK. The location, the scenery and the surrounding area are amongst the reasons why many of our students choose to come to Bangor. All this on your doorstep definitely adds a different dimension to student life. The University has around 12,000 students from over 100 different nationalities, resulting in a vibrant and multicultural student community. TAMARA BUKATZ, from Germany, studying Law LLM 8 Bangor International Student Guide 9

6 Investing in your future... Bangor was ranked 15th in the UK for overall student experience*, and achieved top 20 positions in the National Student Survey in subject areas ranging from Biological Sciences and Music to Business, Education and Sport Science. *Times Higher Educational Supplement IT Support Our IT Services department provides all students at the University with a range of services, facilities and benefits to support either your learning activities, your research or your social & family life. IT Services provide access to the internet, a University account and a safe place to store your work (which is backed up every night). The department also provide access to Bangor Portal where you can upload your coursework and see your module marks so you can submit your coursework from anywhere in the world. As for your family and social life, we ll help you stay in touch via and instant messaging applications which will allow you to conduct conversations with those you care for, who aren t with you here in Bangor! Learning resources To help you in your studies we provide a range of learning resources supported by experienced staff. We provide Library, Archives, Computing, Media and Reprographics facilities and services. We have eight libraries, purpose built Media facilities and a Printing and Binding Unit. We also have a 3.5 million ocean-going Research Ship, a Natural History Museum, Botanic Gardens, a Centre for Hill and Upland Management, a Multimedia Language Centre, special library collections and one of the largest universitybased archives in the UK. The Bangor Experience The results from the most recent nationwide International Student Barometer (ISB) showed that Bangor is amongst the leading universities in the UK for providing high quality academic and welfare support to our international students. ranked top 10 for teaching quality and learning support ranked top 10 for employability and careers advice ranked top 10 for financial support ranked top 15 for research quality and lecturer expertise ranked top 20 as a multicultural study environment The University operates an informal open-door policy which enable students to have access to staff so that they feel comfortable and supported. This high level of personal contact is reflected in our student to staff ratio, which at 16:1 makes it one of the most favourable in the UK. As a result of these systems Bangor has been ranked the top university in the UK for the help and support provided to students (Times Higher Educational Supplement). The University s online secure virtual learning environment Blackboard is available on and off campus for all students. It provides online support including course notes, discussion boards, announcement pages and much more. The whole Bangor experience has been great it's the combination of the location, the people and the course. 10 Bangor International Student Guide 11

7 New facilities... In order to build upon the achievements and reputation of the University, over 67 million has recently been spent on developing our facilities. The results of the multi-million pound investment can been seen on the University campus, with the new student residences and academic facilities such as the Management Centre and the Environment Centre Wales building. Work has already begun on an ambitious new 38 million Arts and Innovation Centre. The new centre called Pontio which means to-bridge in Welsh will include a theatre, cinema space, a studio theatre and an outdoor amphitheatre. It will be accompanied by exciting new social facilities including bars, dining and park areas. The project will also include a dynamic innovation hub, with facilities for interdisciplinary design, enabling greater engagement with businesses to drive the development of new products, processes and services. The centre will provide cutting-edge teaching and learning facilities that will benefit every University student. Find out more: To find out more about the new centre visit An internationally significant centre for learning, innovation and the performing arts. 12 Bangor International Student Guide 13

8 Living in Bangor... When I typed Bangor, North Wales into Google, I found that the city is known as The City of Learning, I thought to myself, why not be a part of this learning? As my search went on I discovered that Bangor University is well established and was founded in ANTHONY ALBUQUERQUE from India, studying Electronic Engineering Where is Bangor? Bangor is located on the coast of North Wales, situated between the mountains of Snowdonia and the sea. Bangor is one of the most attractive study locations in the UK and the size and nature of the City means that it is easy to get to know people and our students settle in immediately. Travelling to Bangor Travelling to the UK is very easy, the transport system is one of the most developed in Europe and it is possible to take a relaxing bus or train journey from almost any city to another. It is also possible to catch flights to other cities and many low cost airlines in nearby airports offer competitive last minute deals. We are located close to Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham with direct trains from London and Cardiff. There is also a low cost National Express coach services which operates from Bangor to many city centre locations throughout the UK. Everything in Bangor can be reached on foot, students do not need to rely on public transport or need to purchase a car. Libraries, lecture theatres, seminar rooms and other academic buildings are located close to each other and within walking distance of the city centre and university accommodation. Bangor is located in North Wales which has one of the lowest crime rates in the whole of the United Kingdom, making it a safe study environment for students. I knew I would be studying miles away from home, so I wanted the University to be like a second home and I really felt like it was my home away from home. The warm welcoming culture of the people around, the greenery and the structure, everything was so perfect that I fell in love with the place Top10 facts Bangor is located in a breathtaking landscape with panoramic views and is rich with history, culture and charm. The main population of the city is students, there are currently over 12,000 students studying at the University. Bangor is regarded as one of the most economical places to live and study in the UK according to a table published by The Independent. At the heart of the city is the ancient St Deiniol s Cathedral, one of the oldest cathedral sites in Britain. The Cathedral was founded in 525AD some 70 years before Canterbury. The University plays an important part in the city s history and identity. It was built in 1884 following funding by local quarrymen who volunteered to give some of their wages towards providing a better standard of higher education. Bangor s coastal location means it has impressive views and is connected to the Isle of Anglesey by two picturesque bridges the Menai Suspension Bridge and the Britannia Bridge. The City has a vibrant shopping centre boasting the longest high street in Wales. Bangor has a warm welcoming community. Bangor has its own Victorian pier which extends into the Menai Straits and is surrounded by traditional pubs. There s a whole host of attractions nearby including Snowdonia National Park. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Prince William and Catherine Middleton have been living in Anglesey where the Prince is based as an RAF Search and Rescue Pilot. Anglesey is just half an hour away from Bangor and the princess is often spotted in the local supermarket. Find out more: The Welsh Tourist Board UK National Parks Welsh Government The A55 expressway along the North Wales coastline provides fast and easy access to and from the main UK motorway network. Manchester International Airport is within a one-anda-half hour drive along the Expressway/Motorway. Rail connections to Crewe and London are direct and ferry connections from nearby Holyhead to Ireland are fast and frequent. Weather in Bangor The average temperature in Bangor in winter is around 5-10 o C and in summer temperatures can reach up to 30 o C. With four seasons, UK weather is generally unpredictable, however because Bangor is close to the coast winter temperatures can be higher than in other parts of the UK. 14 Bangor International Student Guide 15

9 Student Life... Outside of academia you will find a wide range of opportunities to try new things, meet new people and enjoy the exciting atmosphere on campus. The Students Union Much of your social life as a student at Bangor will revolve around the Students Union, which provides services, support, activities and entertainment for students. Every student who enrols at Bangor University is automatically a member of Bangor s Student Union. Membership is free of charge. The Union is run by a committee of students and is dedicated to the social and welfare needs of all students on campus. All profits made go back into improving the services available to you. International societies The best way to make friends is to join a student society. These clubs are very important to student life and are run by other students. There are a number of clubs and societies from international and religious societies including the Christian Union, Islamic Society and Japanese Society to incredibly varied clubs like Beer and Ale society, People and Planet and Women s Group. Sports clubs Bangor Students Union also run over 40 different sports clubs including everything from Archery to Ultimate Frisbee to Mountaineering to Cheerleading. Sports facilities The University has great facilities for outdoor sports including rugby, tennis, rowing, football, hockey, netball and athletics. As well as having extensive indoors facilities the University s Maesglas Sports Centre grounds include: a floodlit synthetic pitch / astro turf; tennis courts; 2 grass football pitches and a rugby pitch. At the University s Treborth site, located next to the picturesque Menai Strait you can enjoy: 4 full size football pitches; a Pavillion and an 8 lane athletics track. Find out more: Bangor Students Union Clubs and societies Sports clubs Sports facilities Things you must do as a Bangor student Go crabbing on Beaumaris pier Visit Bangor cathedral Visit Conwy castle Go to the theatre at Galeri Caernarfon Shopping in Chester Take the Llandudno tram to the top of the Great Orme Climb Snowdon Visit the Electric Mountain in Llanberis 16 Bangor International Student Guide 17

10 Accommodation... Living in halls has been amazing, it s a great way to make friends and generally share your experience with people just like you. ELENA NEOPHYTOU, from Cyprus studying Psychology Where you live while you re at university is an important part of your overall experience. The Accommodation for Students Survey placed Bangor in the top three universities in Britain for quality of location and facilities. University residences You can chose from 22 halls of residence across 3 different sites. We guarantee all first year undergraduate students a place in University accommodation provided you apply in plenty of time. All University owned rooms / flats include: Single study bedrooms Self-catering with shared kitchens and on-site launderette facilities Free broadband internet access 24 hour security Adapted accommodation available for students with special needs / disabilities Insurance cover Communal areas cleaned weekly En-suite rooms available Halls for postgraduates You will have your own study bedroom. Bangor University does not have shared rooms or dormitories. Each room has a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe and storage. It is possible for students to be accommodated in single sex groups in a number of halls. Students who would prefer this option should make this request when applying for accommodation. All accommodation in the University is self-catered which gives you the option of buying meals at any of the site outlets or preparing your own. Self-catered accommodation gives you the freedom and flexibility to eat what you want, when you want and works especially well if you prefer to eat food similar to the food you eat at home. Bangor has a number of supermarkets and shops selling food from all over the world. Close to campus All the residential sites in Bangor are within walking distance of the city centre and main university departments. Our halls are so convenient you won t have to spend your money on travelling to and from halls. 18 Bangor International Student Guide 19 Safety One of the advantages of living in University accommodation is the support you are offered. Each residence has Hall Wardens and security officers providing 24 hour assistance. You also have the reassurance that you will be sharing with other students who are in the same position as yourself. How much does it cost? University accommodation at Bangor costs from per week. Contract length in the majority of residences is 40 weeks although this may differ slightly in some halls. University accommodation is very good value as the costs include heating, lighting and hot water, electricity, security, furniture and internet access so you don t have to budget extra for these amenities. How do I reserve accommodation? Information about accommodation will be sent to you once you are made an offer to study. Coming to Bangor with your family International students who bring their families to Bangor may be able to take advantage of the limited family accommodation offered by the University. These are mostly 2-bedroom flats at various locations in the city, all within walking distance of University departments. For further information contact the Halls Office when you are accepted by the University Tel: +44 (0) / halls@bangor.ac.uk Find out more: View the types of halls by visiting

11 Subjects we offer... Undergraduate study You can choose from over 250 undergraduate courses including Accounting, Electronic Engineering, Marine Biology, Business, Law, Zoology, Creative and Film Studies, Computer Science and many more. Bangor Business School Accounting and Banking BA/BSc (Joint Hons) Accounting and Economics BA/BSc (Joint Hons) Accounting and Finance BA/BSc (Hons) Administration and Management BA (Hons) Banking and Finance BA/BSc (Hons) Busines and ICT BA (Hons) Business and Law BA (Hons) Business and Social Administration BA (Hons) Business Economics BA/BSc (Hons) Business School Studies plus Another Subject Business Studies and Finance BA/BSc (Hons) Business Studies and Marketing BA/BSc (Hons) Business Studies BA/BSc (Hons) Business Studies HND Economics and Another Subject (Joint Hons) Financial Economics* BSc (Hons) Management with Accounting BA/BSc (Hons) Management with Banking and Finance BA/BSc (Hons) Marketing BA/BSc (Hons) School of Biological Sciences Biology BSc (Hons) Biology MBiol Biology with Biotechnology BSc (Hons) Biology with Biotechnology MBiol (Biotechnology) Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) Ecology BSc (Hons) Ecology MEcol Medical Biology BSc (Hons) Medical Biology MBiol (Medical Biology) Zoology BSc (Hons) Zoology MZool Zoology with Animal Behaviour BSc (Hons) Zoology with Animal Behaviour MZool (Behaviour) Zoology with Conservation BSc (Hons) Zoology with Conservation MZool (Conservation) Zoology with Herpetology BSc (Hons) Zoology with Herpetology MZool (Herpetology) Zoology with Marine Zoology BSc (Hons) Zoology with Marine Zoology MZool (Marine Zoology) Zoology with Molecular Ecology BSc (Hons) Zoology with Molecular Ecology MZool (Molegular Ecology) For further information about the courses we offer, please see our Undergraduate Prospectus. You can order your own copy of the Prospectus from our website at or view the prospectus online at courses/undergrad/index School of Chemistry Chemistry BSc (Hons) including Degrees with European Experience and with Industrial Experience Chemistry with Biomolecular Sciences BSc (Hons) Environmental Chemistry BSc (Hons) including Degree with Industrial Experience Marine Chemistry BSc (Joint Hons) MChem Degree in Chemistry including degree with Industrial Experience School of Computer Science Computer Science BSc (Hons) Computer Science for Business BSc (Hons) Computing and Oceanography BSc (Hons) Creative Technologies BSc (Hons) Information and Communications Technology BA (Hons) Information and Communications Technology for Business BA (Hons) School of Creative Studies and Media Creative Studies BA (Hons) Creative Writing and Media BA (Hons) Creative and Professional Writing BA (Joint Hons) Film Studies BA (Hons) Film Studies with Theatre BA (Hons) Journalism and Media Studies BA (Hons) Media Studies with Theatre BA (Hons) Media Studies BA (Hons) Media Studies with a Modern Language BA (Hons) Product Design BSc (Hons) School of Education and Lifelong Learning Childhood Studies BA (Single or Joint Hons) Design and Technology Secondary Education BSc (Hons) Leading to Qualified Teacher Status Early Childhood and Learning Support Studies FdA Primary Education BA (Hons) Leading to Qualified Teacher Status Product Design BSc (Hons) Combined Studies BA (Hons) part-time Community Development BA (Hons) part-time Fine Art BA (Hons) part-time Psychosocial Studies* BA (Hons) part-time Contemporary Studies* FdA part-time English with Songwriting BA (Hons) School of Electronic Engineering Computer Systems Engineering BEng or MEng (Hons) Control and Instrumentation Engineering* MEng Critical Safety Engineering* MEng Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) or MEng (Hons) Electronics (Hardware Systems) BSc (Hons) Electronics (Software Programming) BSc (Hons) Music Technology and Electronics BSc (Hons) School of English English BA (Hons) English Literature with English Language BA (Hons) English with Creative Writing BA (Hons) English with Journalism BA (Hons) English with Theatre Studies BA (Hons) English with Songwriting BA (Hons) School of Environment, Natural Resources and Geography Agriculture, Conservation and Environment BSc (Hons) Applied Terrestrial and Marine Ecology BSc (Hons) Conservation and Forest Ecosystems BSc (Hons) Environmental Conservation BSc (Hons) Environmental Management BSc (Hons) Environmental Management MEnvSci Environmental Science BSc (Hons) Environmental Science MEnvSci Forestry BSc (Hons) Geography BA/BSc (Hons) School of Healthcare Sciences Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging BSc (Hons) Health Studies BSc (Hons) (+ Specialist Practice Awards) Midwifery BM (Hons) Nursing BN (Hons) Operating Department Practice Diploma School of History, Welsh History and Archaeology Heritage, Archaeology and History BA (Hons) History BA (Hons) History with Archaeology BA (Hons) History with Film Studies BA (Hons) History with Journalism BA (Hons) Medieval and Early Modern History BA (Hons) Modern and Contemporary History BA (Hons) Political and Social Sciences BA (Hons) Welsh History BA (Hons) Welsh History with Archaeology BA (Hons) 20 Bangor International Student Guide 21

12 School of Law Business and Law BA (Hons) Law LLB Law LLB (2-Year Degree Scheme) Law with Accounting and Finance LLB Law with Business Studies LLB Law with Criminology LLB Law with English LLB Law with French LLB Law with German LLB Law with Italian LLB Law with Professional English LLB (for International Students) Law with Social Policy LLB Law with Spanish LLB School of Linguistics and English Language English Language BA (Hons) English Language with Creative Writing BA (Hons) English Language with Film Studies BA (Hons) English Language with Media Studies BA (Hons) Linguistics BA (Hons) Linguistics with the English Language BA (Hons) Linguistics with English Literature BA (Hons) School of Medical Sciences Medical Education BMedSci (Intercalated) Medical Sciences* BMedSci School of Modern Languages French BA (Hons) French with Another Subject BA (Hons) German BA (Hons) German with Another Subject BA (Hons) Italian and Another Subject BA (Joint Hons) Joint Language Honours Spanish BA (Hons) Spanish with Another Subject BA (Hons) Three Language Honours (French, German, Italian, Spanish) Another Subject plus a Modern Language (Arts and Social Science Subjects) Another Subject plus a Modern Language (Business-Related Subjects) School of Music Music BA/BMus Music Technology and Electronics BA (Hons) School of Ocean Sciences Applied Marine Biology BSc (Hons) Coastal Geography BSc (Hons) Geological Oceanography BSc (Hons) Marine Biology and Oceanography BSc (Hons) Marine Biology and Zoology BSc (Joint Hons) Marine Biology BSc (Hons) Marine Environmental Studies BSc (Hons) Marine Science MMSci, MMBiol and MOcean Marine Vertebrate Zoology BSc (Hons) Ocean Science BSc (Hons) School of Psychology Neuropsychology BSc (Intercalated) Psychology BSc (Hons) Psychology with Child and Language Development BSc (Hons) Psychology with Clinical and Health Psychology BSc (Hons) Psychology with Neuropsychology BSc (Hons) School of Social Sciences Criminology and Criminal Justice BA (Hons) Health and Social Care BA (Hons) Social Policy and Another Subject (Joint Hons) Sociology BA (Hons) School of Sport, Health & Exercise Sciences Exercise Physiology BSc (Intercalated) Exercise, Behaviour Change and Disease Prevention BSc (Intercalated) Sport Science (Outdoor Activities) BSc (Hons) Sport Science (Physical Education) BSc (Hons) Sport Science BSc (Hons) Sport Science BSc (Intercalated) Sport Science with Psychology BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) Sport, Health and Physical Education BSc (Hons) Sports Science (Outdoor Recreation) HND School of Welsh Cymraeg/Welsh (for beginners)* BA (Hons) *Subject to validation Joint Honours Degrees You can combine subjects to follow a Joint Honours Degree. This allows you to study two subjects in equal proportions. You may choose to study closely-related subjects, or a more unusual combination. Please see the full list of Joint Honours courses on our website: courses/undergrad/joints 22 Bangor International Student Guide 23

13 Postgraduate Courses... Postgraudate Taught Programmes Bangor s teaching and research combined with high-quality facilities offer you world-class research and learning opportunities. Whether studying a taught postgraduate course or a postgraduate research degree, you will contribute to our research excellence. You ll benefit from teaching of a high standard delivered by true experts in their field and be directly involved with cutting-edge research. Bangor University offers over 150 postgraduate courses. A postgraduate taught course (e.g. MA/MSc) provides you with specialist knowledge and advanced grounding in your chosen field, enhancing your employment and career prospects in today s increasingly competitive job market. Our Taught Masters programme usually last for one year and start in September. There is a January intake for those who wish to study at Bangor Business School s London Centre. A Research Masters (MRes) is more research orientated than a normal taught Masters programme and is a good route into PhD level study. A research degree such as a PhD will allow you to explore your chosen field under your own terms, driven by your own questions and intrigue under the guidance of an experienced research professional. Research degrees take one to two years for an MPhil qualification and three to four years for a PhD. More detailed information on all the postgraduate degree programmes offered by a specific department, including research interests, modular detail and admissions details can be found on our website. See Bangor Business School Accounting and Finance MSc Accounting, Banking, Economics, Finance, Management Studies PhD/MPhil Banking and Finance MA/MSc/MBA Banking and Law MA/MBA Business with Consumer Psychology MA/MSc Business and Marketing MA Chartered Banker MBA Consumer Psychology with Business MA/MSc Environmental Management MBA Finance MA/MSc Information Management MBA International Banking and Development Finance MSc Islamic Banking and Finance MA/MSc/MBA Law and Management MBA Management MBA Management and Finance MA/MSc Marketing MBA Bangor Business School London Centre Accounting and Finance MSc Banking and Finance MSc/MBA Chartered Banker MBA Finance MSc/MBA* International Banking and Development Finance MSc Islamic Banking and Finance MBA School of Biological Sciences Biological Sciences PhD/MPhil Ecology MRes Medical Molecular Biology with Genetics MSc Natural Sciences MRes Molecular Biology with Biotechnology MSc School of Chemistry Analytical Chemistry MSc Chemistry PhD/MPhil Environmental Chemistry MSc Chemistry MRes School of Computer Science Advanced Visualisation, Virtual Environments and Computer Animation MRes Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Agents PhD/MPhil Communication Networks and Protocols PhD/MPhil Computer Systems MSc Computing and Internet Systems MSc Medical Visualisation and Simulation PhD/MPhil Pattern Recognition/Classifiers PhD/MPhil School of Creative Studies and Media Creative Practice MA Film and Media Studies MA Media Practice MA Creative and Critical Writing, Film, Media, New Media, Journalism, Creative Studies, Drama, Professional Writing PhD/MPhil Creative and Critical Writing, Film, Media, New Media, Journalism, Creative Studies, Drama, Professional Writing PhD/MPhil Practice-Led Research Performance MA 24 Bangor International Student Guide 25

14 School of Education & Lifelong Learning Education PhD/MPhil Education Studies MA/MEd Education Doctorate Programme EdD PGCE Primary PGCE Secondary Community Development MA Women s Studies MA School of Electronic Engineering Broadband and Optical Communications MSc Electrical Materials Science PhD/MPhil Electronic Engineering MSc/MRes Electronic Engineering (Bio-Electronics) MRes Electronic Engineering (Micromachining) MRes Electronic Engineering (Microwave Devices) MRes Electronic Engineering (Nanotechnology) MRes Electronic Engineering (Optical Communications) MRes Electronic Engineering (Optoelectronics) MRes Electronic Engineering (Organic Electronics) MRes Electronic Engineering (Polymer Electronics) MRes Electronic Engineering (VLSI Design) MRes Laser Micromachining and Laboratory-on-a-Chip PhD/MPhil Nanotechnology and Microfabrication MSc Electrical Materials Science PhD/MPhil Optical Communications PhD/MPhil Optoelectronics PhD/MPhil Organic Electronics PhD/MPhil School of English Arthurian Literature MA Creative Writing MA/PhD/MPhil Early Modern Literature MA English MA/PhD/MPhil Medieval and Early Modern Literature MA Medieval Studies MA School of Environment, Natural Resources and Geography Agricultural Systems PhD/MPhil Agroforestry MSc/PhD/MPhil Biodiversity Conservation PhD/MPhil Conservation and Land Management MSc Environmental and Soil Science PhD/MPhil Environmental Forestry MSc Forest Ecology and Management PhD/MPhil Forestry (Distance Learning) MSc Forestry (Distance Learning with International Commonwealth Scholarship) MSc Renewable Materials PhD/MPhil Sustainable Forest and Nature Management (Erasmus Mundus course) MSc Sustainable Tropical Forestry (Erasmus Mundus course) MSc Tropical Ecosystems PhD/MPhil School of Healthcare Sciences Advanced Clinical Practice MSc Health and Social Care Leadership MSc Health Science MSc Health Studies/Health Science, Nursing, Midwifery, Radiography and Allied Health Professions PhD/MPhil Implementing Evidence in Health and Social Care MSc Occupational Therapy PgDip Public Health and Health Promotion MSc Risk Management in Health and Social Care MSc Professional Doctorate School of History, Welsh History and Archaeology Archaeology PhD/MPhil Celtic Archaeology MA Heritage PhD/MPhil History MA/PhD/MPhil Welsh History MA/PhD/MPhil Institute of Medical and Social Care Institute of Medical and Social Care Research Ageing and Dementia Studies MSc by Research/PhD/MPhil Health Economics MSc by Research/PhD/MPhil Health Services Research MSc by Research/PhD/MPhil School of Law Banking and Law MBA/MA Criminology and Law MA Executive LLM in Public Procurement Law and Strategy* LLM International Commercial and Business Law LLM International Law LLM International Intellectual Property Law LLM International Law specialising in Global Trade Law LLM International Law specialising in European Law LLM International Law specialising in International Criminal Law and International Human Rights Law LLM Law PhD/MPhil/LLM Res Law and Banking LLM Law and Criminology LLM Law and Management MBA Public Law and Devolved Governments LLM Public Procurement Law and Strategy LLM School of Linguistics and English Language Bilingualism MA/PhD/MPhil Cognitive Linguistics MA Linguistics MA/PhD/MPhil School of Medical Sciences Medical Sciences MRes Behavioural Neurology and Neuropsychiatry MSc Clinical and Functional Brain Imaging PgCert Professional and Clinical Education PgCert Research Studentships PhD/MPhil School of Modern Languages European Languages and Cultures MA French PhD/MPhil German PhD/MPhil Italian PhD/MPhil Spanish PhD/MPhil Translation Studies MA/PhD/MPhil/ PhD/MPhil by Practice School of Music Composition/Electroacoustic Composition/Sonic Art MA/MMus Music MA Music (including Composition) PhD/MPhil Music (Sacred Music Studies) MA/ Performance (Music) MA/PhD/MPhil Welsh Music and Celtic Music MA School of Ocean Sciences Applied Marine Geoscience MSc Applied Physical Oceanography MSc Marine Biology MSc Marine Environmental Protection MSc Ocean Sciences PhD/MPhil School of Psychology Applied Behaviour Analysis MSc Behavioural Neurology and Neuropsychiatry MSc Business with Consumer Psychology MA/MSc Clinical and Functional Brain Imaging PgCert Clinical Psychology DClinPsy Consumer Psychology with Business MA/MSc Foundations of Clinical Neuropsychology MSc Mindfulness-Based Approaches MA/MSc Neuroimaging MSc Professional and Clinical Education PgCert Psychological Research MSc Psychology MA/MRes/PhD by Research School of Social Sciences Advanced Social Work MA Comparative Criminology and Criminal Justice MA Criminology and Criminal Justice PhD/MPhil/MARes Criminology and Law* MA Criminology and Sociology MA Social Policy, Sociology PhD/MPhil/MARes Social Research and Social Policy MA Language Policy and Planning MA Policy Research and Evaluation MA School of Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc Applied Sport Science MSc Applied Sports Science and Outdoor Activities MSc Exercise Rehabilitation MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc/MRes Sport and Exercise Physiology MRes Sport and Exercise Science MRes Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences PhD/MPhil *Subject to validation Most of the Taught courses (MA, MSc,MMus, LLM) listed above can be completed at Diploma (PGDip) or Certificate (PGCert) level. For further information, go to Bangor is a good place to study it has good scenery and is a quiet environment. The main reason that I decided to study at Bangor was the superior faculty and facilities. There are also a wide range of programs for students to choose from. MO JIA from China, studying Banking and Finance Bangor is an optimistic, multicultural, friendly environment with generous support for its students helping to prepare for study and future challenges. SYED AJIJUR RAHMAN from Bangladesh, studying for a PhD in Agroforestry 26 Bangor International Student Guide 27

15 Become a part of our supportive community... The International Student Support Office is able to offer you information relating to visas and other important issues during your time with us. The academic background and facilities provided at Bangor are top-class and excellent... As an international student I would say Bangor offers a lot of student support such as helping us settle down and not feel home sick. Help is readily available. SARAYU IYENGAR from India, studying in the School of Psychology Advice and Support As well as being a University which prides itself on the quality of research and teaching on offer, we also believe in providing our students with a high level of support and guidance. Bangor has a dedicated team of individuals who are here to help you settle in to life at Bangor as quickly and as smoothly as possible. International Student Support Services The International Student Support Service is available to students and their families and can provide advice and guidance on a range of support related matters. The main areas of advice and activity include immigration and visa extensions; health care; registering with the police; employment regulations; financial matters; bringing family to the UK; general welfare issues; social activities and integration. We ll provide you with lots of help and support in your exciting first few weeks at Bangor. Free airport pick-up service Travelling to the UK for the first time can be challenging. We therefore try to ensure that the experience is a pleasant and memorable one. The University organises a free meeting service for students who arrive at Manchester International Airport. Simply register online and we ll meet you at the airport and take you to your accommodation. International Welcome and Orientation We organise a series of welcome and orientation events to help you settle in to life at Bangor during your busy first week. You will have lots of opportunities to meet other students at these social events. The programme includes: Welcome and orientation day A welcome reception Walking tours of Bangor Police registration Much more! This is closely followed by the Students Union welcome week (Freshers Week) and the welcome events organised by your Faculty. Peer Guides When undergraduate students arrive at Bangor a Peer Guide is allocated to you. This is a current student from your academic school who will act as a mentor, helping you find your way around and settle into University life. Bangor has one of the largest Peer Guide programmes in Europe. International Student Ambassadors Bangor University strongly believes in looking after their students and making sure that everyone is made to feel welcome and settles in with ease. That s why Bangor has nine International Student Ambassadors to support international students from the application process right up to their graduation day. Nine current international students have been chosen to represent the University as Ambassadors and will play a key part in recruitment activities both within Bangor and on overseas visits as well as contribute to the support programme offered to students during their studies at Bangor. Meet Bangor s International Student Ambassadors at ambassadors Visa advice Health and wellbeing Social events Money and finances Employment and volunteering Advice for families Practical information Find us on Facebook: Search International student support team Meet your international student ambassador: Abdulqader Qader Iraq Lijun Zhao China Anthony Albuquerque India Molly Harper USA Gazifah Naqshabandi India Ponnusaami Subramaniam Malaysia Goselle Nanjul Nigeria Sam Rogers UK Gulnara Ismankulov Kazakhstan Xiao Xu China 28 Bangor International Student Guide 29

16 English Language Support The English Language Centre for Overseas Students (ELCOS) provides English language and study skills courses to overseas students at Bangor University. The centre provides a full range of classes and support for overseas students including: Degree course modules Evening classes Individual consultations Classes for husbands/wives General English classes Pre-sessional courses Various summer programmes Pre-sessional courses There are a variety of pre-sessional courses available to students who wish to progress to undergraduate or postgraduate study at Bangor. The length of the course you enrol on is determined by the IELTS score which you have achieved. The courses are designed to improve academic and English language study skills which includes writing in appropriate academic styles, lecture listening, reading, note-taking, speaking and listening skills. If you have not been able to achieve IELTS 6.0 which is the minimum English language requirement for undergraduate and postgraduate study you can specify on your application form you wish to enrol on a presessional course. If you have already achieved your IELTS score you may be interested in enrolling on a 4 week orientation course. This course gives students the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the UK higher education system and Bangor University. Course IELTS score Date 42 week 4.0 (in all elements) September September 30 week 4.5 (no element below 4.0) September June 20 week 5.0 (no element below 4.0) January June 19 week 5.0 (no element below 4.0) April September 12 week 5.5 (no element below 4.5) June September 8 week 5.5 (with reading and writing no lower than 5.5) July September 4 week 6.0 (with only 1 element below 5.5) August September Careers Service Your career At Bangor we realise that your career starts when you enrol on your chosen course, so as well as developing your academic knowledge, we want to be able to ensure you also gain the practical experience, personal skills and abilities you will need to succeed in your career. Careers and Employability Service Our dedicated team of advisers are on hand for practical career support, careers workshops and expert advice, including general advice on CV preparation, how to complete application forms and interview techniques. The Service can also provide specific advice to International Students about the UK job market. The Universities online job vacancy resource JobZone advertises many graduate jobs, as well as part-time / temporary jobs, work experience and internships opportunities to help you secure work whilst you are studying. Working in the UK after your studies Some International Students may apply to stay in the UK after they have completed their studies in order to take up full-time employment. The Government has set up a number of work schemes and training opportunities for skilled students graduating from a range of subject areas. If you want to learn more about these opportunities and schemes, please visit the UKCISA website and read the UKCISA Guidance notes on Working in the UK after your studies We would also recommend that you contact the International Student Support Office for further advice. Graduate destinations Many of our graduates work for reputable, international companies in graduate level positions. Below is a sample of the type of companies Bangor University graduates are employed in: AIT Group Plc Bank of China BBC BMRB International British Airways Plc Cadbury Schweppes Christian Aid Citroen Deloitte Deutsche Bank Easy Jet Electrocon International Ford Friends of the Earth Guardian Media Group Hewlett Packard Hong Kong Police HSBC IBM IJS Global Jaguar Land Rover Rover Group Ltd Lloyds TSB Group Microsoft Philips Electronics Price Waterhouse Coopers Santander Save the Children Sharp Shell Sky News Smithkline Beecham Pharmaceuticals Unipart International Vodafone World Health Network Xerox 30 Bangor International Student Guide 31

17 Your Country... Visits to Your Country Bangor University representatives regularly travel overseas to meet with prospective students and attend education fairs throughout the year. To find out about the next visit to your country please visit Meet your Country Manager: Bing Li T: +44 (0) E: Owain Llwyd T: +44 (0) E: Meet your Country Manager Bangor has dedicated team of International Officers who can provide help and support throughout the application process. Contact your country manager to discuss the different courses available, the application process, scholarships, visa application and any general enquiries about studying at Bangor. Maggie Parke T: +44 (0) E: Educational advisers (agents) The University has a world-wide network of advisers and representatives who provide free advice and assistance through the application process. The University currently has an adviser/s in the following countries: Bahrain Bangladesh Brunei Bulgaria Canada China Cyprus Ghana Greece Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Lebanon Libya Malaysia USA Mexico Nepal New Zealand Nigeria Oman Pakistan Philippines Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Singapore Sri Lanka Taiwan Turkey Uganda UAE Vietnam USA For more information and contact details please visit Connect with us online If you are unable to attend an open day or educational fair to meet with Bangor University staff there are a number of ways you can connect with staff, other applicants, current students and alumni. International Students Group search Bangor University International Students Orkut: Bangor University Bangor University International Xiaonei/renren: Bangor University Skype: bangorinternational Find out more: Overseas visits Open days Country Managers Educational advisers (agents) Responsible for: Philippines, China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam. Responsible for: Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka. Responsible for: Canada, USA. Sarah Jones-Morris Gwawr Williams Michael Rogerson T: +44 (0) E: s.jones-morris@bangor.ac.uk Responsible for: Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Iraq. T: +44 (0) E: gwawr.williams@bangor.ac.uk Responsible for: Bahrain, Kenya, Nigeria, Qatar, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Ghana, Jordan, Kuwait, Libya, Oman, UAE. T: +44 (0) E: m.rogerson@bangor.ac.uk Responsible for: Bulgaria, Greece, Cyprus, Italy, Romania. 32 Bangor International Student Guide 33

18 Entry requirements... Postgraduate Students Entry onto our postgraduate Masters courses requires an undergraduate / bachelor degree of equivalent standard to the British undergraduate / bachelor degree with a minimum grade equivalent to a British second-class honours. To find out whether your qualifications are appropriate for entry to postgraduate programmes, you can check the country information on our website: Pre-Masters Programme If you do not meet the academic requirements for postgraduate study at Bangor University then you can enrol on a Pre-Masters programme. Bangor University recognises a number of programmes for entry onto our postgraduate courses. Undergraduate Students For entry onto the first year of our 3 or 4 year undergraduate / Bachelor degree programmes we ask for a school leaving qualification which is equivalent to the British school leaving qualification, (A-levels / International Baccalaureate). You can check the entry requirements from your country by visiting international/countries/list What do I do if I don t meet the undergraduate entry requirements? My school leaving qualification is not equivalent to the British school leaving qualification I do not have the required IELTS score of 6.0* International Foundation Programme If you do not meet our academic entry requirements the Llandrillo College or Coleg Menai International Foundation Programme can help you gain entry onto an undergraduate degree course. Delivered over a period of 1 year a programme of academic subjects, study skills and English language training is designed specifically to prepare you for study at Bangor University. You can choose from a range of Foundation routes for entry onto Bangor University programmes: Business & Finance Computing & IT Engineering Sciences Psychology Social Sciences Entry requirements Grade 11 or 12 / High School leaving Certificate IETLS 5.5 or equivalent with no element below 5.0 Pathway Partners Please see the below table for the list of Bangor University s approved Pathway Partners. Organisation Country Address Bellerbys College UK INTO UK Kaplan Aspect UK NCC Education HQ UK Wales International Study Centre, Newport UK What do I do if I don t meet the postgraduate entry requirements? My undergraduate/ bachelors degree is not equivalent to the British undergraduate/bachelor degree I do not have the required IELTS score of 6.0* Llandrillo College / Coleg Menai International Foundation Bangor University Pre-sessional course Llandrillo College and Coleg Menai are official partners of Bangor University, students who enrol on the Llandrillo College Foundation Programme will receive a conditional offer for a place of study at Bangor University. Students will have many opportunities to visit Bangor University open days and seminars. Study a Pre-Masters programme at a recognised pathway partner Bangor University Pre-sessional course Entry into Bangor University undergraduate programme *Some courses may require higher scores, please see for full details Undergraduate Transfer It is possible to transfer into the 2nd year of an undergraduate degree programme if the university studies undertaken to date in another country or in another university in the UK correspond by level and content to the 1st year of a programme at Bangor University. In order to assess an application for transfer, students are required to provide an official certified transcript detailing the study undertaken to date with their application. Entry into Bangor University postgraduate programme *Some courses may require higher scores, please see for full details 34 Bangor International Student Guide 35

19 How to apply... Undergraduate applications Student applying to study at undergraduate level can apply to Bangor using the Bangor online application form or through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). To apply using Bangor s online application form visit In order to asses you application we ask for your application form and all the supporting documentation including: School or college transcripts or certificates Evidence of English language ability (IELTS/TOEFL) A personal statement explaining why you want to study the course you are applying for A reference from your teacher/tutor Information on how you will fund your studies A scanned copy of your passport UCAS You can also apply to Bangor through UCAS, which is an online application system allowing students to apply for up to five courses in the UK through one application. You can apply for more than one programme at a specific university, for example you could apply to study BA Psychology and BSc Psychology with Clinical and Health Psychology at Bangor. Postgraduate applications There are separate online application forms for postgraduate research, postgraduate taught programmes and postgraduate taught programmes at the London Centre. Visit postgrad in order to assess your application we ask for your application form and the following supporting documentation: School or college transcripts or certificates University / degree transcripts and certificates Evidence of English language ability (IELTS / TOEFL) A personal statement explaining why you want to undertake the programme An academic reference and/or a reference from your employer Information on how you will fund your studies A research proposal (if applicable) A scanned copy of your passport Help with your application The following sources can guide you through making your application International Recruitment & AdmissionsTeam international@bangor.ac.uk / +44 (0) The UCAS website A British Council Office in your country Your school teachers / careers adviser 36 Bangor International Student Guide 37

20 Postgraduate research... Information for Postgraduate Research Applicants In this rapidly changing world, a Postgradauate research course can be used to serve many different needs and give you that extra edge that today s employers are looking for. Whatever your own academic or professional goals, Bangor University s long tradition of academic excellence will help to get you there. MPhil/PhD study A PhD usually takes 3 years to complete on a full-time basis and 4-5 years if studied as a part-time programme. To obtain a PhD you are expected to conduct independent research that will make an original contribution to knowledge about that particular subject and present this in the form of a thesis. A MPhil will usually take 2 years to complete on a full-time programme and 3-5 years as a part-time programme. Research at MPhil level should represent an extension of existing knowledge, although the demands of originality are less than that for a PhD. MRes The Research Masters degree is more researchorientated than a normal taught Masters programme, usually consisting of 120 credits research and 60 credits taught (66% / 34%). It is seen to be a good route into PhD level study. Bangor has a strong research base across a spectrum of academic disciplines engaging in research at national and international levels. The University provides strong support for research activities including encouraging links with commercial and industrial bodies in the UK and overseas. You can view a full list of research opportunities by subject area at: researchpages Applying for a PhD or MPhil If you are applying for a PhD /MPhil you need to have a good idea of the specific area or theme that you want to research. Before applying check the specialist area you wish to study is covered by a member of staff at Bangor by looking at our staff web pages at: specialisms This will provide you with a breakdown of each staff members area of academic focus. Once you have found a member of staff whose research interests broadly match you own, you should contact them directly with a concise research brief that outlines your proposal and ask whether he/she would consider supervising your project. If the academic expresses his/her interest, you may then further discuss your ideas and develop a full PhD/MPhil research proposal. At this stage, you should formally apply for the PhD/MPhil programme using the form available at You should fill the form out thoroughly, including academic references, your research proposal and the name of the academic member of staff under whose supervision you intend the research to be conducted. Writing a good research proposal The purpose of your proposal is to show that you have a relevant theme, a viable project and the competence to carry it out. The information is vital when we evaluate your proposed study and decide if we have the right staff expertise to supervise you. The format and length of the proposal is likely to vary according to the type of project. Typically a proposal is no less than 1500 words (3-4 pages) long and will cover the following points. Title This should be concise and descriptive. Background You should explain the context for your research, the issues it is concerned with, and the reasons why the research is important and original. You may need to describe how it builds on your previous academic work or professional experience. You must include references to the existing research and scholarly literature in your field of research. Statement of the problem or research questions. Clearly formulate the problem you propose to research. This should be expressed as an answerable question, or set of questions. The problem should be substantial but manageable within the timescale of a research degree and it should have originality. Design of the project Describe how the project will be structured and where it will take place. Key design decisions (say between experimental, comparative, longitudinal or case study approaches) should be justified according the way in which you have defined the research problem. If your project will be testing hypotheses you should state them here. Methodology In this section describe your approach to collecting and analysing data. A proposal may plan to use existing data, gather primary data or do both. Explain the procedures and techniques you plan to use; the nature of the data; the methods of data sampling and collection; sources of information. Here you will demonstrate your knowledge of alternative social scientific methods and make the case that your approach is the most suitable for your research question. Consider questions of access to data sources and the skills that you will need to carry out the research. Resources and ethical clearance Will your research comply with the agreed international standards for good practice in social research? Using published ethical guidelines show that you are aware of the specific documents and clearances you will need. Project management You should map out a schedule for your project, from the start date onwards, showing when you expect to conduct periods of fieldwork (if applicable) and the time required for data analysis and writing up your results. References You should include a list of the references cited in your proposal, using Harvard notation. This will be useful for potential supervisors to evaluate your knowledge of the research topic. Find out more: Research at Bangor Research degree opportunities Application forms and guidance Scholarships 38 Bangor International Student Guide 39