Information for Parents and Guardians

As a parent or guardian, you may have many questions and concerns about choosing a university. Here's the most important information to consider when helping someone choose the right university for them.

Why Bangor?

Bangor has advantages over many other university cities and can probably be summed up simply by the phrase “quality of life”.

High Standards

We offer the highest quality teaching in a supportive learning environment and you can be assured that your dependant will be taught by lecturers who want to see them thrive.

Students walking through Ffriddoedd Student Accommodation

Home from home

Living in our modern halls of residence is a great first step to independence - a chance to make new friends and still feel supported.

Unrivalled location

The location, the scenery and the surrounding area are amongst the reasons why students choose to come to Bangor. All this on your doorstep adds a different dimension to student life.

three students chatting in the corridor at the historic Main Arts building

Student Finance

Find out more about the costs that students will face and the support available.

Student Finance pages

A couple of Peer Guides walking through Ffriddoedd Student Village during Welcome Week

SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS

We place a high priority on caring for and supporting our students. From the moment they arrive at Bangor, students are given as much help and support as possible with health and welfare matters as well as their academic work.

More about support

Students socialising outside the halls of residence at St Mary's Student Village

STUDENT SUPPORT THROUGH COVID-19

Here are some of the ways that Bangor University and the Students' Union have provided, and continue to provide, support through these challenging times.

Find out more