Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025(Enrolled 2020)
What Students Say
Likes
- I genuinely loved the amazing infrastructure of the university from ancient buildings to modern labs and classrooms.
- Student life experience was one of the key features of Bangor including outdoor activities, student clubs, and events.
- Well-accessible libraries (both online and offline) have been such a positive experience for me personally as I was never worried about finding research journals and course specific books.
Dislikes
- Bangor hardly had any cons but I disliked too much walking around the university for different lectures as buildings of the university are spread all over the hilly town.
- I also did not like the huge gap in teacher-student ratio because it made it difficult to interact with the teachers personally due to large number of students.
Course Curriculum
10
- I personally did not find my course extraordinarily difficult. It was a mixture of both theoretical and practical aspects. The most positive aspect of my course was the very tailored research project that you work on throughout the year. The only negative aspect I would like to share is the inability to select more elective modules due to clashes in lecture timings.
- Number of lectures in a day or week are very subjective and depends on the credits of the module. The higher the credit of the module, the higher scheduled lectures during the week. However, all the lectures would be scheduled between 9 am to 5 pm with sufficient breaks.
- The average number of students was anywhere from 15 to more than 100, depending on the module.
- I am not completely sure about the number of Indian students enrolled in my course because lectures were held in batches and would sometimes be combines with students of other courses who chose the module as one of their electives.
Admission Experience
- I applied to six universities in the UK in different courses- University of Bristol, University of Essex, Bangor University, University of Glasgow, University of Sheffield, and University of Kent. Fortunately, I received an unconditional offer letter from all of them. I did not receive any rejections from any universities I applied to in the UK.
- I chose Bangor over other universities mainly because of 2 reasons. Firstly, I was very interested and liked all the modules of my degree. It offered exactly what I was looking for. Secondly, I got selected for a very prestigious and difficult Bangor Vice Chancellor scholarship, which waived off 50% of my tuition fee and gave me the title of “international scholar”.
- The admission process was very streamlined, smooth, and hassle-free. They accepted IELTS for English proficiency and my bachelor’s transcripts for the Master's eligibility criteria.
- I applied for the September intake, which was the only intake available for my degree. The process took around 2 months to fillout the application form and submit all documents, and receive an unconditional offer. After that, it took a month to receive a conditional offer post submitting tuition fees and other official documents like a student visa and sponsorship letter.
Faculty
10
- The faculty-to-student ratio was 1:15 in some lectures, to even 1:100 in some, depending on the modules. Every teacher would have a different style of teaching, grading scales, and methodology.
- There was also one faculty member who was assigned to every student as their personal tutor to guide them with different personal or academic things, including job search. There was also a designated employability department to guide students on how to tailor a job-specific CV or prepare for an interview.
- I really admired my research project guide, Professor Sapir. She was extraordinarily supportive, friendly, and approachable.
Campus Life
10
- The university has one main campus. It included various departments all over the town, some in upper Bangor and some in lower Bangor. The campus is well equipped with libraries, sports facilities, a hospital and a beautiful landscape.
- It organizes various fests and events throughout the year, including garba nights and diwali party. Student community is very diverse and happening.
Part Time Jobs
- There are several part-time opportunities both on campus and off campus. However, during my time in Bangor, it was still the covid period, which drastically reduced the employability for students. The pay range for various in-campus roles, including TA, usually ranged between £10-20 per hour, depending on role and experience. The university allowed 20 hours of work per week for a full-time course. There is high competition to secure a role on campus andit would require skills and expertise for the role.
- Students typically earn £10-20 per hour, depending on the role. Getting a role can be competitive and requires skillset to be eligible. Students usually apply for jobs through various means, including searching on online job portals, walk in interviews in stores or shops on the high street. Many students also find roles by recommendations of their friends who are already employed. Main thing every student applying for jobs should keep in mind a very good tailored resume and adaptability to adjust in the work environment.
Placement
8
- It is difficult to tell how many students secure a job after completion of their degree. However, the university does send online employability surveys to track the numbers and update the website. People graduating in Clinical Psychology or similar fields can expect to earn at the Band 3 pay scale.
- The placement experience can be very subjective and hugely depends on the application and interview. It is an extensive process, and fresh graduates should apply to every available online job portal. Major companies that hire psychology or healthcare graduates include the NHS, which usually has openings in roles like psychology assistant, Healthcare worker, social worker, etc
Accommodation
Off Campus
8
- I lived in university accommodation because of the scholarship offered to me. Monthly rent for my room was £650 and it included an en-suite bathroom and a common kitchen space shared between 4 flatmates. There are two university accommodations- Ffridoedd village and St Mary's village. I would suggest finding an accommodation closer to your department to avoid walking long distances. Indian students were equal in both villages.
Exams
- My course required only an English proficiency exam. I took IELTS, although other exams were also accepted.
- A very strong Statement of Purpose, 2 letters of recommendations and a tailored CV were required for the application process of the university.
- My application process did not include an interview. However, there was another application and questionnaire to apply for the scholarship.
Fees
- For the academic year 2020-21, my tuition fees were £17,500, and my accommodation was £650 per month. There was an option to pay it in installments throughout the year.
- The estimate of monthly expenditure was roughly around £800-1000, including food, commute, leisure, and rent; however, it is subjective and depends from person to person. However, Bangor is a small town and easily accessible by walking, so transportation expenses are minimal.
Scholarship
- I applied for the Vice Chancellor Scholarship and received it, which is a very prestigious award offered by the university for international students. It was 50% off tuition and accommodation fees. The eligibility to apply for it included a strong cover letter, exceptional academic performance and extracurricular interest.
- I am not aware of any other scholarships or financial aids offered by the university and how many students receive it every year but updated information can be found on the university website.
