Some of our academic Schools at Bangor offer you the opportunity to develop a research project proposal as an initial and integral part of a Combined English / Study Skills and Research Course at the University before starting the PhD degree.
These opportunities are in defined areas of research expertise and with specific members of academic staff. Alternatively you may wish to develop your own proposal based on the research expertise and specialisms within the School.
International Research with Impact
Research at Bangor University has a strong track record of delivering impact. Impact can be seen as economic, societal and cultural benefits. Impact not only adds value to the research portfolio, but also enriches the intellectual and personal development of our staff and students. The effects of impact are wide-ranging: staff at Bangor have had the opportunity to experience first-hand how plant breeding affects the lives of impoverished farmers in Northern India and East Africa; to work closely with a specialist university in China to develop state-of-the art broadband technology; and to develop culturally-sensitive methodologies for dealing with violence in mental health in India.
These engagements not only support the research of our staff, but also deepen their understanding of economic and societal issues overseas, and how their research can lead to benefits; whether they be environmental (understanding the importance of biodiversity), policy-based (impact upon Government), and economic (product performance and value).
Bangor University International Research Collaborations
Figure 1: Showing countries within which we are collaborating on research
Countries with which we have collaborations are listed below:
| Bahrain | Chile | Indonesia | Mauritius | Singapore | USA |
| Bangladesh | China | Iraq | Nepal | South Africa | Zambia |
| Belgium | Costa Rica | Italy | Netherlands | Spain | Zanzibar |
| Brazil | Denmark | Kenya | New Zealand | Switzerland | |
| Canada | Germany | Kurdistan | Oman | Tanzania | |
| Cayman Islands | Ghana | Kuwait | Qatar | Uganda | |
| Chagos Islands | India | Madagascar | Saudi Arabia | Uruguay | |
Providing unique opportunities
International research collaborations also provide unique opportunities for our students: for those coming to study in the UK: to experience study and life in a new country, and for home students travelling overseas: exposure to a different culture, life skills and improving their proficiency in a second language. This indirect impact is contributing to graduates entering the workplace who are fluent in the importance of internationalization, trained to become global citizens and are aware of how far-reaching the outcomes of research can be.
Be part of our whole
At Bangor, postgraduate students make a huge contribution to University life; whether they are part of our Peer Guide scheme, gaining valuable experience through the Bangor Employability Award, or contributing to academic success as the author of a paper or inventor of new Intellectual Property.
Internationalization is something that we actively encourage in Bangor, and pride ourselves on our achievements. Our research networks extend across the globe, and we continue to build on our portfolio of relationships, exploring opportunities and engaging with new partners.
We are particularly proud of the successful impact of our international research activities and we look forward to you joining us.
Research expertise within our academic Schools
Our research interests and activities are listed by academic Schools.
- Bangor Business School
- School of Computer Sciences and Electronic Engineering
- School of Education and Human Development
- School of Health Sciences
- School of History, Philosohpy and Social Sciences
- School of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics
- School of Law
- School of Music and Media
- School of Natural Sciences
- School of Ocean Sciences
- School of Medical Sciences
- School of Psychology
- School of Sport, Health and Exercise Science
- School of Welsh and Celtic Studies
Entry requirements
For information and further detailed guidance on entry requirements for International Students, including the minimum English Language entry requirement, please visit the Entry Requirements by Country pages.
Ask the IEC for assistance...
If you want advice or a general chat about what's available contact the International Education Centre on +44 (0) 1248 382028 or email international@bangor.ac.uk
Fees and Scholarships
Please take a look at our Fees and Scholarships pages for details.
How to apply
Visit our how to apply page for detailed information