Profiles of international students

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.

Klarah Baols - PhD in Chemistry

Klarah Sherzad Baols; 26 from Iraq is studying a PhD in Chemistry is an International Student Ambassador for the University.

"My advice would be to keep in regular contact with the International Support Office and get involved in events that are organised by the University and in the community."

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Shanti Shanker - PhD in Psychology

Shanti Shanker. 32, from India is studying for a PhD in Psychology at Bangor.

"The best thing about Bangor is the location. You have rivers, mountains and the sea within walking distance. The people here are really friendly and the University makes you feel at home!"

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Mohammad Zia Ul Haq Katshu - PhD in Psychology

My name is Mohammad Zia Ul Haq Katshu. I am 35 years old and I come from India. I’m currently studying a PhD in Psychology at Bangor.

"Bangor provides an excellent academic environment in a quite and friendly neighbourhood, where strangers greet you with a smile."

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Salamatu Fada - PhD in Environment and Natural Resources

Salamatu Fada from Nigeria is studying for a PhD in Environment and Natural Resources at Bangor.

"Bangor University offers excellent academic opportunities. You can also find a balance between work and play."

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Monalisa Ofure Odibo - PhD in Law

My name is Monalisa Ofure Odibo, I’m 26 years old and I come from Nigeria. I’m studying for a PhD in Law (Alternative Dispute Resolution) within the School of Law.

"Bangor offered me a wide range of opportunities; from a vibrant research community, internationally recognised research programmes to its commitment to teaching and research excellence."

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Wei Huang - MA in Education Studies

My name is Wei Huang, I’m 23 years old and I come from China. I’m currently studying an MA in Education Studies.

"I chose Bangor because of the good courses, helpful teaching, plenty of researching resources, scholarships, low living costs (compared to many other Universities in UK), friendly environment, and last but not least, the breath-taking landscape."

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Daniil Mihhedko - MSc in Environmental Management

Daniil Mihhedko, 21, from Estonia is studying for an MSc in Environmental Management.

"If you decide to become a student at Bangor, be sure to keep in touch with the International Support Office, as they organise lots of fun and interesting events. It’s a great way of meeting other international students."

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Zubaida Abdul Sattar - PhD in Nano Laser Physics

Zubaida Abdul Sattar, from Pakistan is studying a PhD in Nano-Laser Physics within the School of Electronic Engineering at Bangor University.

"Bangor is a beautiful and peaceful city to live, where the people are very friendly. The summers in Bangor are really great. It is surrounded by nice places such as Menai Bridge in Anglesey and Snowdon Mountain."

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Santosh Mujalde - PhD in Agriculture

Santosh Mujalde, from India, is studying for a PhD in Agriculture within the School of Environment, Natural Resources and Geography. He is currently in his third year.

"There are many great things about Bangor, but the most important is that the staff and students of University and local people are very respectful, cooperative and friendly. Also, Bangor is located in incredible landscape surrounded by nice mountains, beautiful sea and lots of historical places."

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Lijun Zhao - PhD in Law

My name is Lijun Zhao and I’m from China. I am currently studying for a PhD in Law at Bangor.

"I choose Bangor because it has a long tradition of academic excellence and good reputation of caring and supporting undergraduate and postgraduate students. I received help and assistance from the moment I first got in touch with Bangor to enquire about the course through to when I finally arrived at Bangor – this gave me a very positive impression of the Unviersity."

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Abdulqader Abdullah Qader -PhD in Laser Physics

image of abdul Abdulqader from Iraq is studying for a PhD in Laser Physics within the School of Electronic Engineering at Bangor University

"Studying abroad is full of surprises, especially at the beginning, but with the time everything will change and you will enjoy the change of lifestyle - this is the nature of life! I would say that if you are looking to develop your educational schemes, research and communication skills and enjoy your degree, then come and join Bangor University and you will get more than you expect."

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Goselle Obed Nanjul - International Student Ambassador

Image of Goselle Goselle Obed Nanjul, from Nigeria is currently studying a PhD in Biological Sciences and is an International Student Ambassador.

"You will no doubt initially miss home and also be faced with ‘culture shock’, but I bet you in Bangor you will acclimatize easily.

"Bangor is a city of learning with less distraction and you always have staff that are willing and ready to help and also a community that is receptive and accommodating to international students and visitors."

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Xiao Xu (Xenia) - International Student Ambassador

Xiao from China is currently studying a PhD in Education Studies and is an International Student Ambassador for the University.

"When I came to the UK three years ago, I knew nobody in this country. Every little help given by others had been a great blessing for me. My last full-time job was to offer advice and help to international students and I really enjoyed it. The satisfaction I gained through helping others was enormous. Becoming a student again, I wanted to do something that could both help others and help me make more friends."

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