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TRC Exclusive Representative of Bangor University in TRCCOLLEGES.COM\Bangor Russia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Lebanon How to use this guide Contents This guide is designed to answer your initial questions about studying at Bangor University as an international student. It provides an introduction 4-5 Welcome 28-31 Advice and Support Choosing the right university for you The International Student Support Service to the University and lists the courses and services available. If you need more A word from the Vice-Chancellor International welcome and orientation information please contact the International Education Centre or Peer guides International Student Ambassadors use the websites and email addresses in the guide. 6-7 About the University English language support Why study at Bangor? Careers and employability service World-leading research Bangor employability award Graduate destinations

Contact Details Skype: TRCCOLLEGES www.facebook.com/TRCCOLLEGES 8-9 Location and the 32-35 Entry Requirements Web TRCColleges.com\Bangor I’ Surrounding Area E-mail [email protected] Telephone +44 2081445389 Entry requirements for your 10-13 Investing in your future country International The Bangor experience Foundation Programme Learning resources Undergraduate Transfer New facilities Pre-Masters Programme Pathway Partners 14-15 Living in Bangor Where is Bangor Travelling to Bangor Top 10 facts about the City of Bangor Weather 36 How To Apply The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Undergraduate applications Postgraduate applications 16-17 Student Life The students’ union 38 Postgraduate Research Clubs & societies Applying for a PhD or MPhil Sports facilities Writing a good research proposal

18-19 Accommodation 40 Tuition Fees and Living Costs University residences Safety How much does it cost? 50 Map of the UK How to reserve accommodation? Coming to Bangor with your family

20-27 Subjects we offer Undergraduate Courses Postgraduate Courses Joint Honours Degrees

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

4 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 5 Over 125 years Bangor University was founded in 1884, making it one of the oldest and most of excellence... prestigious universities in the UK.

A top 40 UK university as listed in the Times Higher Education World University rankings 2012-13

Why study at Bangor? World leading research There are numerous ranking systems used in the Every 5-6 years the UK Government organises UK to assess the quality of universities and it can an analysis of all research conducted at British often be confusing for students when deciding universities. This analysis is called the Research which factors to consider. However, in Bangor’s Assessment Exercise (RAE). During the most recent case it could not be simpler, we are ranked in the RAE, Bangor University proved to be top 5% of the World’s universities (Times Higher among the very top universities in the UK. The Education World University Rankings). This reflects RAE identified world leading research in all of not just the high quality of teaching and research Bangor’s 19 assessed subject areas with nearly 50% but also student satisfaction ratings, standard of given the top grading. facilities on offer and the considerable investment which we make in supporting each and every Areas of particular excellence include student. 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 . 23 schools grouped . £126 million annual turnover . Approximately 2000 into 5 colleges . Over 125 years of history non-UK students . 2000 staff members . Over 100 nationalities

6 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 7 Living in Bangor enables students to combine a high quality educational experience with a wonderful living environment. A friendly, student North Wales is an area of outstanding natural beauty, yet centred place to close to major cities such as Manchester and Liverpool. It’s a beautiful place . Situated close to the mountains of Snowdonia and the sea, Bangor is one of the most attractive with stunning scenery. study locations in the UK. live and study... . The location, the scenery and the surrounding area The lecturers and staff are amongst the reasons why many of our students choose to come to Bangor. All this on your doorstep are very friendly and definitely adds a different dimension to student life. the University has a . The University has around 12,000 students from over 100 different nationalities, resulting in a Bangor is a small, friendly cathedral city set in a stunning community feel about it. vibrant and multicultural student community. 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. Bangor University The Guardian University Guide 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.

TAMARA BUKATZ, from Germany, studying Law LLM

8 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 9 Bangor University is the top in Wales for teaching Investing in excellence and 15th in the UK your future... Sunday Times University Guide 2012, (September 2011)

IT Support The Bangor Experience

Our IT Services department provides all Here at Bangor we perform consistently well in student students at the University with a range of surveys. We were ranked 14th in the UK in the Times Higher services, facilities and benefits – to support Education Student Experience Survey 2011 and were placed either your learning activities, your research in the top 10 for the WhatUni? Student Choice Awards for or your social & family life. Accommodation in 2011.

IT Services provide access to the internet, a The University operates an informal ‘open-door policy’ University email account and a safe place to which enable students to have access to staff so that they store your work (which is backed up every night). feel comfortable and supported. This high level of personal The department also provide access to Bangor contact is reflected in our student to staff ratio, which at Portal where you can upload your coursework 16:1 makes it one of the most favourable in the UK. As and see your module marks so you can submit a result of these systems Bangor is rated one of the top your coursework from anywhere in the world. universities in the UK for student support. (Times Higher Educational Supplement). As for your family and social life, we’ll help you stay in touch via email 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 university- based archives in the UK.

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.

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In order to build upon the achievements and The project will also include a dynamic innovation hub, reputation of the University, over £67 million has with facilities for interdisciplinary design, enabling recently been spent on developing our facilities. greater engagement with businesses to drive the The results of the multi-million pound investment development of new products, processes and services. can been seen on the University campus, with the new student residences and academic facilities such The centre will provide cutting-edge teaching and as the Management Centre and the Environment learning facilities that will benefit every University Centre Wales building. Work has already begun on an student. ambitious new £44 million Arts and Innovation Centre.

The new centre, opening in Autumn 2014 will include a multi-purpose theatre, cinema space, a studio Find out more: theatre and an outdoor performance area. It will be To find out more about the new centre visit accompanied by exciting new social facilities including www.pontio.co.uk bars, dining and park areas.

An internationally significant centre for learning, innovation and the performing arts.

12 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 13 The Duke and Duchess Living in Bangor... of Cambridge Prince William and Catherine Middleton have been living in Anglesey where the Prince When I typed Bangor, I knew I would be studying miles is based as an RAF Search and Rescue Pilot. North Wales into Google, away from home, so I wanted Anglesey is just half an hour away from Bangor and the princess is often spotted I found that the city the University to be like a second in the local supermarket. is known as ‘The City home and I really felt like it was of Learning’, I thought my home away from home. The to myself, why not be a part of this warm welcoming culture of the learning? As my search went on I people around, the greenery and the Top10 facts Bangor is located in a breathtaking landscape discovered that Bangor University is well structure, everything was so perfect 1. with panoramic views and is rich with history, established and was founded in 1884. that I fell in love with the place. culture and charm.

ANTHONY ALBUQUERQUE from India, studying Electronic Engineering The main population of the city is students, 2. there are currently over 12,000 students studying at the University. Where is Bangor? 3. Bangor is regarded as one of the best value places Bangor is located on the coast of North Wales, situated to live and study in the UK according to a table between the mountains of Snowdonia and the sea. published by The Independent. Bangor is one of the most attractive study locations in the UK and the size and nature of the City means 4. At the heart of the city is the ancient St Deiniol’s that it is easy to get to know people and our students Cathedral, one of the oldest cathedral sites in settle in immediately. Britain. The Cathedral was founded in 525AD some 70 years before Canterbury. Travelling to Bangor The University plays an important part in the 5. city’s history and identity. It was built in 1884 Travelling to the UK is very easy, the transport system is following funding by local quarrymen who one of the most developed in Europe and it is possible to volunteered to give some of their wages towards take a relaxing bus or train journey from almost any city providing a better standard of higher education. to another. It is also possible to catch flights to other cities and many low cost airlines in nearby airports offer Bangor’s coastal location means it has impressive competitive last minute deals. We are located close 6. views and is connected to the Isle of Anglesey by to Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham with direct two picturesque bridges – the Menai Suspension trains from London and Cardiff. There is also a low cost Bridge and the Britannia Bridge. National Express coach services which operates from Bangor to many city centre locations throughout the UK. The City has a vibrant shopping centre 7. boasting the longest high street in Wales. Everything in Bangor can be reached on foot, students Bangor has a warm welcoming community. do not need to rely on public transport or need to 8. purchase a car. Libraries, lecture theatres, seminar Bangor has its own Victorian pier which extends rooms and other academic buildings are located close 9. into the Menai Straits and is surrounded by to each other and within walking distance of the city traditional pubs. centre and university accommodation. Bangor is located in North Wales which has one of the lowest There’s a whole host of attractions nearby crime rates in the whole of the United Kingdom, 10. including Snowdonia National Park. making it a safe study environment for students. The A55 expressway along the North Wales coastline provides fast and easy access to Weather in Bangor Find out more: and from the main UK motorway network. Manchester International Airport is within a one-and- The average temperature in Bangor in winter is around The Welsh Tourist Board www.visitwales.com a-half hour drive along the Expressway/Motorway. 5-10oC and in summer temperatures can reach up to 30oC. UK National Parks www.nationalparks.gov.uk Rail connections to Crewe and London are direct With four seasons, UK weather is generally unpredictable, Welsh Government www.wales.com and ferry connections from nearby Holyhead to however because Bangor is close to the coast winter Ireland are fast and frequent. temperatures can be higher than in other parts of the UK.

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Outside of academia you will find a wide range of Sports clubs opportunities to try new things, meet new people and enjoy the exciting atmosphere on campus. Bangor Students’ Union also runs over 40 different sports clubs including everything from Archery to Things you must do as a Bangor student The Students’ Union Ultimate Frisbee and Mountaineering to Cheerleading. . Much of your social life as a student at Bangor will Sports facilities revolve around the Students’ Union, which provides services, support, activities and entertainment for The University has great facilities for outdoor sports students. including rugby, tennis, rowing, football, hockey, netball and athletics. As well as having extensive indoor . Every student who enrols at Bangor University is facilities the University’s Maesglas Sports Centre automatically a member of Bangor’s Student Union. 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 Go to Manchester to Visit Liverpool Shopping in Climb Snowdon . Membership is free of charge. the picturesque Menai Strait you can enjoy: 4 full size see a football match home of the Chester football pitches; a Pavillion and an 8 lane athletics track. . The Union is run by a committee of students and Beatles 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. Find out more: TRC Colleges ( Managed by Trans Russian Co ) International societies Suite 1674, Kemp House,City Road, London, EC1V 2NX, UK. Phone: UK : +44 2081445389 Phone US : +1 347 474 0263 Phone The best way to make friends is to join a ‘student society’. Lebanon: +9613506451 ( for Lebanon ) These clubs are very important to student life and are Skype: TRCCOLLEGES ( UK) Skype: TRC.Colleges ( Russ) run by other students. There are a number of clubs email: [email protected] (UK , Russ) and societies from international and religious societies email: [email protected] ( eng) Visit Bangor Go crabbing on Take the Llandudno Visit Conwy castle including the Christian Union, Islamic Society and WebSite : TRCCOLLEGES.COM. cathedral Beaumaris pier tram to the top of Japanese Society to incredibly varied clubs like Beer the Great Orme and Ale society, People and Planet and Women’s Group.

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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 Close to campus How do I reserve accommodation? Information about accommodation will be sent to you All the residential sites in Bangor are within part of your overall experience. The Accommodation for in May once you have firmly accepted an offer to study walking distance of the city centre and main at Bangor. Students survey placed Bangor in the top three universities university departments. Our halls are so convenient you won’t have to spend your money on travelling in Britain for quality of location and facilities. to and from halls. Coming to Bangor with your family Currently the university does not own any family accommadation. Students attending Bangor with their University residences Safety families should contact the hall office for assistance One of the advantages of living in University in finding accommodation in the private rented You can chose from 22 halls of residence across You will have your own study bedroom. Bangor accommodation is the support you are offered. sector. The student housing office in student support 3 different sites. We guarantee all first year University does not have shared rooms or Each residence has Hall Wardens and security services can also offer guidance in finding private undergraduate students a place in University dormitories. Each room has a bed, desk, officers providing 24 hour assistance. You also have accommodation. accommodation provided you apply in plenty of chair, wardrobe and storage. time. All University owned rooms / flats include: the reassurance that you will be sharing with other students who are in the same position as yourself. It is possible for students to be accommodated in . Single study bedrooms single sex groups in a number of halls. Students . Self-catering with shared kitchens who would prefer this option should make this How much does it cost? and on-site launderette facilities request when applying for accommodation. Find out more: . Free wired internet access University accommodation at Bangor costs from View the types of halls by visiting £71-£117 per week (prices for 2012-13). Contract . 24 hour security All accommodation in the University is self-catered www.bangor.ac.uk/accommodation/halls length for undergraduates is 40 weeks and 51 weeks . Adapted accommodation available for which gives you the option of buying meals at any of Contact the Halls Office: the site outlets or preparing your own. Self-catered for posgraduates. University accommodation is very Tel +44 (0) 1248 383944 / Email [email protected] students with special needs / disabilities accommodation gives you the freedom and flexibility good value as the costs include heating, lighting and . Insurance cover to eat what you want, when you want and works hot water, electricity, security, furniture and internet . Communal areas cleaned weekly especially well if you prefer to eat food similar to access so you don’t have to budget extra for these . En-suite rooms available the food you eat at home. Bangor has a number of amenities. . Halls for postgraduates supermarkets and shops selling food from all over the world. 18 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 19 School of Lifelong learning www.bangor.ac.uk/ll . Combined Studies BA (Hons) part-time Subjects we offer... . Community Development BA (Hons) part-time . Fine Art BA (Hons) part-time . Psychosocial Studies in Substance Use* BA (Hons) part-time . Social Studies* FdA part-time Undergraduate study For further information about the courses we offer, please see our Undergraduate Prospectus. You can School of Electronic Engineering You can choose from over 250 undergraduate courses order your own copy of the Prospectus from our website www.bangor.ac.uk/eng including Accounting, Electronic Engineering, Marine at www.bangor.ac.uk/courses/orderprospectus_ug . Computer Systems Engineering BEng or MEng (Hons) Biology, Business, Law, Zoology, Creative and Film or view the prospectus online at www.bangor.ac.uk/ . Control and Instrumentation Engineering* MEng Studies, Computer Science and many more. courses/undergrad/index . Critical Safety Engineering* MEng . Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) or MEng (Hons) . Electronics (Hardware Systems) BSc (Hons) Courses highlighted include the opportunity to gain work experience, please see the online prospectus for further details’ . Electronics (Software Programming) BSc (Hons) www.bangor.ac.uk/courses/undergrad . Music Technology and Electronics BSc (Hons)

School of English www.bangor.ac.uk/english Bangor Business School School of Chemistry www.bangor.ac.uk/business www.bangor.ac.uk/chemistry . English BA (Hons) . English Literature with English Language BA (Hons) . Accounting and Banking BA/BSc (Joint Hons) . Chemistry BSc (Hons) including Degrees with . English with Creative Writing BA (Hons) . Accounting and Economics BA/BSc (Joint Hons) European Experience and with Industrial Experience . English with Journalism BA (Hons) . Accounting and Finance BA/BSc (Hons) . Chemistry with Biomolecular Sciences BSc (Hons) . English with Theatre Studies BA (Hons) . Administration and Management BA (Hons) . Environmental Chemistry BSc (Hons) . English with Songwriting BA (Hons) . Banking and Finance BA/BSc (Hons) including Degree with Industrial Experience . Busines and ICT BA (Hons) . Marine Chemistry BSc (Joint Hons) . Business and Law BA (Hons) . MChem Degree in Chemistry including School of Environment, Natural Resources . Business and Social Administration BA (Hons) degree with Industrial Experience and Geography . Business Economics BA/BSc (Hons) www.bangor.ac.uk/senrgy . Business School Studies plus Another Subject School of Computer Science . Agriculture, Conservation and Environment BSc (Hons) . Business Studies and Finance BA/BSc (Hons) www.bangor.ac.uk/cs . Applied Terrestrial and Marine Ecology BSc (Hons) . Business Studies and Marketing BA/BSc (Hons) . Computer Science BSc (Hons) . Conservation and Forest Ecosystems BSc (Hons) . Business Studies BA/BSc (Hons) . Environmental Conservation BSc (Hons) . Business Studies HND . Computer Science for Business BSc (Hons) . Computing and Oceanography BSc (Hons) . Environmental Management BSc (Hons) . Economics and Another Subject (Joint Hons) . Environmental Management MEnvSci . Financial Economics* BSc (Hons) . Creative Technologies BSc (Hons) . Information and Communications Technology BA (Hons) . Environmental Science BSc (Hons) . Management with Accounting BA/BSc (Hons) . Environmental Science MEnvSci . Management with Banking and Finance BA/BSc (Hons) . Information and Communications Technology for Business BA (Hons) . Forestry BSc (Hons) . Marketing BA/BSc (Hons) . Geography BA/BSc (Hons) School of Creative Studies and Media School of Biological Sciences School of Healthcare Sciences www.bangor.ac.uk/creative_industries www.bangor.ac.uk/biology www.bangor.ac.uk/healthcaresciences . Creative Studies BA (Hons) . Biology BSc (Hons) . Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging BSc (Hons) . Creative Writing and Media BA (Hons) . Biology MBiol . Health Studies BSc (Hons) (+ Specialist Practice Awards) . Creative and Professional Writing BA (Joint Hons) . Biology with Biotechnology BSc (Hons) . Health Studies (Nursing) BSc (Hons) . Film Studies BA (Hons) . Biology with Biotechnology MBiol (Biotechnology) (2 years for qualified nurses) . Film Studies with Theatre BA (Hons) . Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) . Midwifery BM (Hons) . Journalism and Media Studies BA (Hons) . Ecology BSc (Hons) . Nursing BN (Hons) . Media Studies with Theatre BA (Hons) . Ecology MEcol . Operating Department Practice Diploma Media Studies BA (Hons) . Medical Biology BSc (Hons) . Media Studies with a Modern Language BA (Hons) . Medical Biology MBiol (Medical Biology) . . Product Design BSc (Hons) School of History, Welsh History and Archaeology . Zoology BSc (Hons) www.bangor.ac.uk/history . Zoology MZool . Zoology with Animal Behaviour BSc (Hons) School of Education . Archaeology BA (Hons) . Zoology with Animal Behaviour MZool (Behaviour) www.bangor.ac.uk/addysg . Heritage, Archaeology and History BA (Hons) . History BA (Hons) . Zoology with Conservation BSc (Hons) Childhood Studies BA (Single or Joint Hons) . . History with Archaeology BA (Hons) Work Experience . Zoology with Conservation MZool (Conservation) Design and Technology Secondary Education BSc (Hons) . . History with Film Studies BA (Hons) . Zoology with Herpetology BSc (Hons) Leading to Qualified Teacher Status . History with Journalism BA (Hons) Many of our courses include the opportunity to gain . Zoology with Herpetology MZool (Herpetology) . Early Childhood and Learning Support Studies FdA . Medieval and Early Modern History BA (Hons) valuable work experience through a placement year, . Zoology with Marine Zoology BSc (Hons) Primary Education BA (Hons) Leading to Qualified . . Modern and Contemporary History BA (Hons) . Zoology with Marine Zoology MZool (Marine Zoology) Teacher Status short period of work experience or collaborating with a . Political and Social Sciences BA (Hons) . Zoology with Molecular Ecology BSc (Hons) . Product Design BSc (Hons) company on your final year project. . Zoology with Molecular Ecology MZool (Molegular Ecology) . Welsh History BA (Hons) . Welsh History with Archaeology BA (Hons)

20 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 21 School of Law School of Psychology www.bangor.ac.uk/law www.bangor.ac.uk/psychology . Business and Law BA (Hons) . Neuropsychology BSc (Intercalated) . Law LLB . Psychology BSc (Hons) . Law LLB (2-Year Degree Scheme) . Psychology with Child and Language Development . Law with Accounting and Finance LLB BSc (Hons) . Law with Business Studies LLB . Psychology with Clinical and Health Psychology . Law with Criminology LLB BSc (Hons) . Law with English LLB . Psychology with Neuropsychology BSc (Hons) . Law with French LLB . Law with German LLB School of Social Sciences . Law with Italian LLB www.bangor.ac.uk/so . Law with Professional English LLB Criminology and Criminal Justice BA (Hons) (for International Students) . Health and Social Care BA (Hons) . Law with Social Policy LLB . Social Policy and Another Subject (Joint Hons) . Law with Spanish LLB . . Sociology BA (Hons) School of Linguistics and English Language School of Sport, Health & Exercise Sciences www.bangor.ac.uk/linguistics www.bangor.ac.uk/sport . English Language BA (Hons) Exercise Physiology BSc (Intercalated) . English Language Studies BA (Hons) . Exercise, Behaviour Change and Disease Prevention . English Language Studies - TEFL BA (Hons) . BSc (Intercalated) . English Language with Creative Writing BA (Hons) Sport Science (Outdoor Activities) BSc (Hons) . English Language with Film Studies BA (Hons) . Sport Science (Physical Education) BSc (Hons) . English Language with Media Studies BA (Hons) . Sport Science BSc (Hons) . Linguistics BA (Hons) . Sport Science BSc (Intercalated) . Linguistics with the English Language BA (Hons) . Sport Science with Psychology BSc (Hons) . Linguistics with English Literature BA (Hons) . . Sport, Health and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) . Sport, Health and Physical Education BSc (Hons) School of Medical Sciences . Sports Science (Outdoor Recreation) HND www.bangor.ac.uk/sms School of Welsh . Medical Sciences BMedSci www.bangor.ac.uk/ysgolygymraeg School of Modern Languages . Cymraeg/Welsh (for beginners)* BA (Hons) www.bangor.ac.uk/ml French BA (Hons) . *Subject to validation . 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) Undergraduate Transfer . Spanish with Another Subject BA (Hons) It is possible to transfer into the 2nd year of an . Three Language Honours undergraduate degree programme if the university (French, German, Italian, Spanish) Joint Honours . Another Subject plus a Modern Language studies undertaken to date in another country or in (Arts and Social Science Subjects) another university in the UK correspond by level and . Another Subject plus a Modern Language content to the 1st year of a programme at Bangor Degrees (Business-Related Subjects) University. In order to assess an application for transfer, students are required to provide an official certified You can combine subjects to follow School of Music transcript detailing the study undertaken to date with www.bangor.ac.uk/music their application. a Joint Honours Degree. This allows . Music BA/BMus you to study two subjects in equal . Music Technology and Electronics BA (Hons) proportions. You may choose to study closely-related subjects, or a more School of Ocean Sciences www.bangor.ac.uk/oceansciences unusual combination. . 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) 22 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 23 Postgraduate Courses...

Postgraudate Taught Programmes Bangor’s teaching and research combined with A Research Masters (MRes) is more research orientated high-quality facilities offer you world-class research than a normal taught Masters programme and is a good and learning opportunities. Whether studying a taught route into PhD level study. postgraduate course or a postgraduate research degree, you will contribute to our research excellence. A research degree such as a PhD will allow you to You’ll benefit from teaching of a high standard delivered explore your chosen field under your own terms, by true experts in their field and be directly involved with driven by your own questions and intrigue under the cutting-edge research. guidance of an experienced research professional. Research degrees take one to two years for an MPhil Bangor University offers over 150 postgraduate courses. qualification and three to four years for a PhD. 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 TRC Colleges runs PRE MASTERS job market. programmes for students who need to top up their English language, Research, Our Taught Masters programme usually last for one year and start in September. There is a January intake Study and Presentation Skills for those who wish to study at Bangor Business School’s London Centre.

Bangor Business School School of Chemistry www.bangor.ac.uk/business www.bangor.ac.uk/chemistry . Accounting and Finance MSc . Analytical Chemistry MSc . Banking and Finance MA/MSc/MBA . Environmental Chemistry MSc . Banking and Law MA/MBA . Chemistry MRes . Business with Consumer Psychology MA/MSc . Business and Marketing MA School of Computer Science . Chartered Banker MBA www.bangor.ac.uk/cs . Consumer Psychology with Business MA/MSc . Environmental Management MBA . Advanced Visualisation, Virtual Environments . Finance MA/MSc/MBA and Computer Animation MRes . Information Management MBA . Computer Systems MSc . International Banking and Development Finance MSc . Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence MSc* . Islamic Banking and Finance MA/MSc/MBA . Computer Science with Security MSc* . Law and Management MBA . Computer Science with Visualisation MSc* . Management MBA * subject to validation . Management and Finance MA/MSc . Marketing MBA School of Creative Studies and Media www.bangor.ac.uk/creative_industries Bangor Business School – London Centre . Creative Practice MA www.bangor.ac.uk/londonbusiness . Digital Media MA . Accounting and Finance MSc . Filmmaking: Concept to Screen MA . Banking and Finance MSc/MBA . Consumer Psychology and Digital Media MA/MSc . Chartered Banker MBA . Creative Practice MRes . Finance MSc/MBA . Film and Visual Culture MRes . International Banking and Development Finance MSc . International Media Management (MSc) . Islamic Banking and Finance MBA School of Education School of Biological Sciences www.bangor.ac.uk/addysg www.bangor.ac.uk/biology . Education PhD/MPhil . Ecology MRes . Education Studies MA/MEd . Medical Molecular Biology with Genetics MSc . Education Doctorate Programme EdD . Natural Sciences MRes . Molecular Biology with Biotechnology MSc

24 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 25 School of Education Institute of Medical and Social Care Research School of Philosophy and Religion www.bangor.ac.uk/addysg www.bangor.ac.uk/imscar www.bangor.ac.uk/psychology . Fine Art MA . Ageing and Dementia Studies MSc by Research . Philosophy and Religion MA . PGCE Primary . Health Economics MSc by Research . Study of Religion MA (Distance Learning) . PGCE Secondary . Health Services Research MSc by Research . Philosophy and Religion MRes . Community Development MA . Women’s Studies MA School of Law School of Psychology www.bangor.ac.uk/law www.bangor.ac.uk/psychology School of Electronic Engineering . Applied Behaviour Analysis MSc www.bangor.ac.uk/eng . Banking and Law MBA/MA . Criminology and Law MA . Behavioural Neurology and Neuropsychiatry MSc . Broadband and Optical Communications MSc . Executive LLM in Public Procurement . Business with Consumer Psychology MA/MSc . Electronic Engineering MSc/MRes Law and Strategy LLM . Clinical and Functional Brain Imaging PgCert . Electronic Engineering (Bio-Electronics) MRes . International Commercial and Business Law LLM . Consumer Psychology and Digital Media MA/MSc* Bangor is a good place . Electronic Engineering (Micromachining) MRes . International Law LLM . Consumer Psychology with Business MA/MSc . Electronic Engineering (Microwave Devices) MRes . International Intellectual Property Law LLM . Foundations of Clinical Neuropsychology MSc to study – it has good . Electronic Engineering (Nanotechnology) MRes . International Law – specialising in Global Trade Law LLM . Mindfulness-Based Approaches MA/MSc . Electronic Engineering (Optical Communications) MRes . International Law – specialising in European Law LLM . Neuroimaging MSc scenery and is a quiet . Electronic Engineering (Optoelectronics) MRes . International Law – specialising in International Criminal . Professional and Clinical Education PgCert . Electronic Engineering (Organic Electronics) MRes Law and International Human Rights . Psychological Research MSc environment. The main . Electronic Engineering (Polymer Electronics) MRes . Law LLM . Psychology MA/MRes . Electronic Engineering (VLSI Design) MRes . Law PhD/MPhil/LLM Res reason that I decided . Nanotechnology and Microfabrication MSc . Law and Banking LLM School of Social Sciences . Law and Criminology LLM www.bangor.ac.uk/psychology School of English . Law and Management MBA to study at Bangor was www.bangor.ac.uk/english . Public Procurement Law and Strategy LLM . Advanced Social Work MA . Comparative Criminology and Criminal Justice MA the superior faculty and . Arthurian Literature MA . Criminology and Law MA School of Linguistics and English Language . Creative Writing MA . Criminology and Sociology MA facilities. There are also a . Early Modern Literature MA www.bangor.ac.uk/linguistics . Language Policy and Planning MA . English MA . Bilingualism MA . Policy Research and Evaluation MA wide range of programs for . Medieval and Early Modern Literature MA . Cognitive Linguistics MA . Social Research and Social Policy MA . Medieval Studies MA . Forensic Linguistics MSc . Criminology, Criminal Justice, Social Policy, Sociology students to choose from. . Language Development MSc MARes School of Environment, Natural Resources . Linguistics MA MO JIA from China, studying Banking and Finance and Geography School of Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences www.bangor.ac.uk/senrgy School of Medical Sciences www.bangor.ac.uk/sport . Agroforestry MSc www.bangor.ac.uk/sms . Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology MA/MSc . Conservation and Land Management MSc . Behavioural Neurology and Neuropsychiatry MSc . Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology MA/MSc . Environmental Forestry MSc . Clinical and Functional Brain Imaging PgCert . Applied Sport Science MA/MSc . Forestry (Distance Learning) MSc . Medical Education Practice PgCert . Applied Sports Science (Outdoor Activities) MA/MSc . Forestry (Distance Learning with International . Medical Sciences MRes . Exercise Rehabilitation MSc Commonwealth Scholarship) MSc . Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc/MRes . Sustainable Forest and Nature Management . Sport and Exercise Physiology MRes (Erasmus Mundus course) MSc School of Modern Languages . Sport and Exercise Science MRes . Sustainable Tropical Forestry www.bangor.ac.uk/ml (Erasmus Mundus course) MSc . European Languages and Cultures MA . Tropical Forestry MSc (Distance Learning) School of Welsh . Translation Studies MA www.bangor.ac.uk/ysgolgymraeg . The Celts MA School of Healthcare Sciences School of Music . Welsh MA www.bangor.ac.uk/healthcaresciences www.bangor.ac.uk/music . Advanced Clinical Practice MSc . Composition/Electroacoustic Composition/Sonic Bangor is an optimistic, . Health and Social Care Leadership MSc Art MA/MMus . Health Science MSc . Music MA Implementing Evidence in Health and Social Care MRes multicultural, friendly . . Music (Sacred Music Studies) MA *Subject to validation . Occupational Therapy MSc* . Performance (Music) MA environment with generous . Public Health and Health Promotion MSc . Welsh Music and Celtic Music MA . Risk Management in Health and Social Care MSc support for its students – School of Ocean Sciences School of History, Welsh History and Archaeology www.bangor.ac.uk/oceansciences helping to prepare for study www.bangor.ac.uk/history . Celtic Archaeology MA . Applied Marine Geoscience MSc . History MA . Marine Biology MSc and future challenges. Marine Environmental Protection MSc . Medieval Studies MA . SYED AJIJUR RAHMAN from Bangladesh, . Physical Oceanography MSc . Welsh History MA studying for a PhD in Agroforestry

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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 International Welcome and facilities provided at Bangor and Orientation . Visa advice . Health and wellbeing are top-class and excellent... As We organise a series of welcome and orientation . Social events an international student I would events to help you settle in to life at Bangor during your busy first week. You will have lots . Money and finances say Bangor offers a lot of student of opportunities to meet other students at these . Employment and volunteering social events. The programme includes: support – such as helping us settle . Advice for families . Practical information down and not feel home sick. . Welcome and orientation day Help is readily available. . A welcome reception SARAYU IYENGAR from India, . Walking tours of Bangor studying in the School of Psychology . Police registration . Much more!

Advice and Support This is closely followed by the Students’ Union welcome week (Freshers’ Week) and the Bangor is rated one ot the top universities in the UK welcome events organised by your Faculty. for student support, (Times Higher Education). As well as being a University which prides itself on the quality of research and teaching on offer, we also believe in Peer Guides TRC Colleges ( managed by Trans Russian providing our students with a high level of support and When undergraduate students arrive at Bangor a Peer guidance. Bangor has a dedicated team of individuals who Guide is allocated to you. This is a current student from are here to help you settle in to life at Bangor as quickly your academic school who will act as a mentor, helping Co ) and as smoothly as possible. you find your way around and settle into University life. Bangor has one of the largest Peer Guide programmes in Europe. Suite 1674, Kemp House,City Road, International Student Support The International Student Support Office is available International Student London, UK , EC1V 2NX to students and their families and can provide advice and guidance on a range of support related matters. Ambassadors Bangor University strongly believes in looking after The main areas of advice and activity include – immigration their students and making sure that everyone is Phone: UK : +442081445389 Phone US : +1 347 474 0263 and visa extensions; health care; registering with the made to feel welcome and settles in with ease. That’s police; employment regulations; financial matters; why Bangor has a group of International Student Phone Lebanon: +9613506451 ( for lebanon ) bringing family to the UK; general welfare issues; social Ambassadors to support international students from activities and integra tion. the application process right up to their graduation day.

We’ll provide you with lots of help and support in A number of international students have been chosen your exciting first few weeks at Bangor. to represent the University as Ambassadors and will Skype: TRCColleges ( Eng) Skype: TRC.Colleges play a key part in recruitment activities both within Free airport pick-up service Bangor and on overseas visits as well as contribute to ( Russ) the support programme offered to students during their Travelling to the UK for the first time can be challenging. studies at Bangor. We therefore try to ensure that the experience is a pleasant and memorable one. The University organises a free meeting service for students who email: [email protected] ( eng , Russ) arrive at Manchester International Airport. Simply register online and we’ll meet you at the airport and email: [email protected] ( eng) take you to your accommodation. WebSite : TRCCOLLEGES.COM.

28 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 29 English Language Support Bangor Employability Award Graduate destinations The English Language Centre for Overseas Students Careers Service Scheme Many of our graduates work for reputable, (ELCOS) provides English language and study skills international companies in graduate level positions. courses to overseas students at Bangor University. The Bangor Employability Award (BEA) scheme Below is a sample of the type of companies Bangor The centre provides a full range of English languages Your career is designed to enhance your career prospects University graduates are employed in: classes and support for overseas students including: after finishing University. The scheme works with At Bangor we realise that your career starts when Bangor’s academic schools and Students’ Union, AIT Group Plc . IBM you enrol on your chosen course, so as well as alongside employers and alumni. It offers a career . Degree course modules . developing your academic knowledge, we want to management and skills development programme, . Bank of China . IJS Global . Evening classes be able to ensure you also gain the practical and enables you to build valuable transferable skills . BBC . Jaguar experience, personal skills and abilities you will through recognition of your participation in extra- . Individual consultations . BMRB International . Land Rover – Rover Group Ltd need to succeed in your career. curricular activities. The BEA is awarded in the . Classes for husbands/wives . Lloyds TSB Group form of an additional certificate to complement your . British Airways Plc . General English classes Careers and Employability Service degree certificate. As part of the BEA, there will also . Cadbury Schweppes . Microsoft . Pre-sessional courses be an opportunity to apply for short internships in . Christian Aid . Philips Electronics . Various summer programmes Our dedicated team of advisers are on hand for departments within the University. . Price Waterhouse Coopers practical career support, careers workshops and . Citroen expert advice, including general advice on CV For more information visit: . Deloitte . Santander Pre-sessional courses preparation, how to complete application forms and www.bangor.ac.uk/employability . Deutsche Bank . Save the Children interview techniques. The Service can also provide There are a variety of pre-sessional courses available . Easy Jet . Sharp specific advice to International Students about the to students who wish to progress to undergraduate or As a result of the BEA I feel more Shell UK job market. . Electrocon International . postgraduate study at Bangor. The length of the course employable; I feel more confident in . Sky News you enrol on is determined by the IELTS (or TOEFL IBT/ . Ford The Universities online job vacancy resource elaborating to a possible Perarson PTE) score which you have achieved. . Friends of the Earth . Smithkline Beecham ‘JobZone’ advertises many graduate jobs, as well employer my key skills and more able to Pharmaceuticals as part-time / temporary jobs, work experience . Guardian Media Group The courses are designed to improve academic and extrapolate examples of these from my . Unipart International and internships opportunities to help you secure . Hewlett Packard English language study skills which includes writing in work and volunteering experiences. work whilst you are studying. . Vodafone appropriate academic styles, lecture listening, reading, . Hong Kong Police . World Health Network note-taking, speaking and listening skills. . HSBC Working in the UK after your . Xerox If you have not been able to achieve IELTS 6.0 which is the minimum English language requirement for studies undergraduate and postgraduate study you can specify on Some International Students may apply to stay in your application form you wish to enrol on a pre-sessional the UK after they have completed their studies in course. order to take up full-time employment. The Government has set up a number of work If you have already achieved the English language score schemes and training opportunities for skilled you require, you may be interested in enrolling on a 4 students graduating from a range of subject week orientation course. This course gives students the areas. If you want to learn more about these opportunity to familiarise themselves with the UK higher opportunities and schemes, please visit the education system and Bangor University. UKCISA website and read the UKCISA Guidance notes on ‘Working in the UK after your studies’ Please see the table on page 41 for details of the pre- www.ukcisa.org.uk/student/working_after.php sessional courses available. We would also recommend that you contact Did you know? the International Student Support Office for further advice. Bangor University grauate, Danny Boyle directed the London 2012 Olympic opening ceremony. Danny Boyle graduated from Bangor University in 1978 with a Degree in English and Drama. His most successful project to date has been 'Slumdog Millionaire' in 2008, which one 8 oscars including Best Director.

30 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 31 What do I do if I don’t meet the undergraduate entry requirements? International Foundation Programme If your school leaving qualification is not equivalent to the British school leaving qualification then you will need to complete a foundation year to allow you to progress onto degree level study in the My school leaving qualification is not I do not have the required IELTS UK. equivalent to the British school leaving score of 6.0* The International Foundation Programme at qualification TRC College centres is designed for students who need to ‘top up’ their qualifications from What Academic their home country. Delivered over a period of 1 academic year a programme (3 entry points per year) of academic subjects, Routes are study skills and English language training TRC COLLEGES TRC COLLEGES is designed specifically to prepare you for Foundation Programme Pre-sessional course undergraduate study at Bangor University. Available? The TRC International Foundation Programme • Accounting & Finance • Law offers a guaranteed place at Bangor University • Bilogical Sciences • Psychology to students who satisfy the entry requirements • Business • Sport and successfully complete the course. • Computing in IT • Electronic & Engineering Entry into Bangor University undergraduate programme What will I study?

* Students will need to study core modules such as study skills, English, IT and numeracy across all academic routes. The modules students will study in specific academic routes are shown below.

Accounting and Finance Electronics & Engineering • Business Financial Performance • Electrical and Electronic Principles • Computer Application for Financial Management • Mathematics for Engineering Technicians • Financial Services to Support Business • Mechanical Principles and Applications

Biological Sciences Law • Aspects of Cell Biology • Aspects of Criminal Dispute Solving and Liability • Aspects of Human Biology • Civil Liability and Dispute Solving • Statistics for Scientific Research • Understanding Law Making

Business Psychology • Business Resources • Aspects of Human Biology • Introduction to Marketing • Aspects of Psychology • The Business Environment • Statistics for Scientific Research

Computing and IT Sport • Computer Systems • Anatomy for Sport and Exercise • Information Systems • Assessing Risk in Sport • Software Design and Development • Fitness Training and Programming

Foundation Course Entry How to apply for Trc Colleges requirements International Foundation

• High School Graduation Certificate or equivalent Programme? • IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) with no element below 5.0 Students can also apply directly to TRC Colleges. Please visit Trccolleges.com for further information.

32 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 33 What do I do if I don’t meet the postgraduate entry requirements? English Language Entry Requirements

My undergraduate/ bachelors degree is not I do not have the required IELTS The minimum English Language level required for degree level study at Bangor University is: equivalent to the British undergraduate/ score of 6.0* bachelor degree • IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5 • TOEFL IBT 75 with Reading - 18, Listening - 17, Speaking - 20, Writing - 18 • Pearson PTE 56 with no element below 51

Study a Pre-Masters programme at a TRC COlleges TRC Colleges Pre-sessional course What if I do not meet the English Language partners requirements?

Entry into Bangor University postgraduate programme

*Some courses may require higher scores, please see www.bangor.ac.uk/international/future/englishlanguage for full details Pre-sessional courses

If you do not meet the academic requirements for postgraduate study at Bangor University then you can enrol on a TRC If you have not been able to achieve English language requirement for your chosen course you can specify on your Colleges Pre-Masters programme. Bangor University recognises these programmes for entry onto our postgraduate courses. application form you wish to enrol on a pre-sessional course. Pre-sessional course length requirement

The table below shows the length of course you will need depending on your current test score. IELTS TOEFL IBT Pearson PTE Course Date Pathway Partners 4.0 (in all elements) 42 (R- 4, L-9,S-16,W-13) 36 (36) 42 weeks September – September Please see the below table for the list of Bangor University’s approved UK Pathway Partners. 30 weeks September – June 4.5 (no element below 4.0) 54 (R-9,L-12,S-18,W-15) 41 (41) 31 weeks January - September Organisation Programme Web Address 19 weeks January – June 5.0 (no element below 4.0) 63 (R-14,L-15,S-19,W-16) 46 (46) Foundation Courses 20 weeks April - September TRC Colleges www.TRCColleges.com Pre-Master Programme 5.5 (no element below 4.5) 72 (R-18,L-17,S-20,W-17) 51 (51) 12 weeks June – September 5.5 (with reading and writing 72 (R-18,L-17,S-20,W-17) 51 (51) 8 weeks July – September no lower than 5.5) 80 (R-20,L-19,S-22,W-19) 6.0 (with only 1 element below 5.5) 56 (51) (4 weeks) August – September (with only 1 below the minimum scores stated)

How do I apply? What grade do I need to achieve in the Bangor University course? Please email TRCColleges.com for an application form. VACATION COURSES Level needed for Grade required in Bangor University Academice Course pre-sessional course TRC Colleges also run short Vacation Courses for younger international students 6.0 55% to enjoy a cultural experience in the UK at Bangor University. These courses 6.5 65% consist of English Language lessons in the morning and activities and tours in the 7.0 75% afternoon. Students are privileged to stay on campus in the university hostels.

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Undergraduate applications Postgraduate applications Student applying to study at undergraduate level can There are separate online application forms for apply to Bangor using TRCColleges.com or yolocal postgraduate research, postgraduate taught TRC Representative office programmes and postgraduate taught programmes at the London Centre.

In order to asses your application we ask for your in order to assess your application we ask for application form and all the supporting documentation your application form and the following including: supporting documentation:

. School or college transcripts or certificates . School or college transcripts or certificates . University / degree transcripts and certificates . Evidence of English language ability (IELTS/TOEFL/ . Evidence of English language ability (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE) PTE) . A personal statement explaining why you want . A personal statement explaining why you want to to study the course you are applying for undertake the programme . A reference from your teacher/tutor . An academic reference and/or a reference from . Information on how you will fund your studies your employer . A scanned copy of your passport . Information on how you will fund your studies . A research proposal (if applying for an MRes / MPhil / PhD) TRC Colleges ( managed by Trans Russian Co ) . A scanned copy of your passport

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36 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 37 Postgraduate Writing a good research... research proposal

Applying for a PhD or MPhil The purpose of your proposal is to show that you have a Methodology Information for Postgraduate relevant theme, a viable project and the competence to Research Applicants If you are applying for a PhD /MPhil you need to have carry it out. The information is vital when we evaluate In this section describe your approach to collecting a good idea of the specific area or theme that you want your proposed study and decide if we have the right and analysing data. A proposal may plan to use In this rapidly changing world, a Postgradauate research to research. Before applying check the specialist area staff expertise to supervise you. existing data, gather primary data or do both. Explain course can be used to serve many different needs and you wish to study is covered by a member of staff at the procedures and techniques you plan to use; the give you that extra edge that today’s employers are Bangor by looking at our staff web pages at: The format and length of the proposal is likely to vary nature of the data; the methods of data sampling looking for. Whatever your own academic or professional www.bangor.ac.uk/courses/postgrad/research/ according to the type of project. Typically a proposal is and collection; sources of information. Here you will goals, Bangor University’s long tradition of academic specialisms This will provide you with a breakdown no less than 1500 words (3-4 pages) long and will cover demonstrate your knowledge of alternative social excellence will help to get you there. of each staff members area of academic focus. the following points. scientific methods and make the case that your approach is the most suitable for your research Once you have found a member of staff whose research question. Consider questions of access to data sources MPhil/PhD study interests broadly match you own, you should contact Title and the skills that you will need to carry out the A PhD usually takes 3 years to complete on a full-time them directly with a concise research ‘brief’ that This should be concise and descriptive. research. basis and 4-5 years if studied as a part-time programme. outlines your proposal and ask whether he/she would To obtain a PhD you are expected to conduct independent consider supervising your project. If the academic research that will make an original contribution to expresses his/her interest, you may then further Background Resources and ethical clearance discuss your ideas and develop a full PhD/MPhil knowledge about that particular subject and present You should explain the context for your research, the this in the form of a thesis. research proposal. Will your research comply with the agreed international issues it is concerned with, and the reasons why the standards for good practice in social research? Using research is important and original. You may need At this stage, you should formally apply for the published ethical guidelines show that you are aware of A MPhil will usually take 2 years to complete on a to describe how it builds on your previous academic PhD/MPhil programme using the form available the specific documents and clearances you will need. full-time programme and 3-5 years as a part-time work or professional experience. You must include at www.bangor.ac.uk/courses/postgrad/apply programme. Research at MPhil level should represent references to the existing research and scholarly You should fill the form out thoroughly, including an extension of existing knowledge, although the literature in your field of research. Project management demands of originality are less than that for a PhD. academic references, your research proposal and the name of the academic member of staff under whose You should map out a schedule for your project, from Statement of the problem or research questions. supervision you intend the research to be conducted. the start date onwards, showing when you expect to Clearly formulate the problem you propose to research. MRes conduct periods of fieldwork (if applicable) and the time This should be expressed as an answerable question, required for data analysis and writing up your results. The Research Masters degree is more research- or set of questions. The problem should be substantial orientated than a normal taught Masters programme, but manageable within the timescale of a research usually consisting of 120 credits research and 60 credits degree and it should have originality. References taught (66% / 34%). It is seen to be a good route into PhD level study. You should include a list of the references cited in your Design of the project proposal, using Harvard notation. This will be useful for potential supervisors to evaluate your knowledge of the Bangor has a strong research base across a spectrum Describe how the project will be structured and where research topic. of academic disciplines engaging in research at national it will take place. Key design decisions (say between and international levels. The University provides strong experimental, comparative, longitudinal or case study support for research activities including encouraging approaches) should be justified according the way in links with commercial and industrial bodies in the UK which you have defined the research problem. If your and overseas. project will be testing hypotheses you should state Find out more: them here. 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37 Trccolleges.com\Bangor 38 Tuition Fees and Living Costs... Scholarships for For Russia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Lebanon. Undergraduate International Students... Arts, Education, Humanities & Social Sciences £14,000 In recognition of the outstanding talent of many Law £14,000 international students, Bangor University has launched a Bangor Business School £14,000 highly prestigious international scholarship fund for the Science & Engineering £16,000 2013/14 academic year valued at over 1 million pounds. Health & Behavioural Sciences (Psychology, Sports & Nursing) £16,000

Postgraduate (Taught & Research) Every candidate will be considered for a scholarship. Arts, Education & Humanities & Social Sciences (including PGCE) £14,000 Law 15,000 Our scholarships range from £1000 - £5000 depending on Bangor Business School (MA/MSc/Research) £17,000 your previous academic achievements and the strength Bangor Business School (MBA) £18,000 of your application. To be considered for a £5000 award Health & Behavioural Sciences (Psycology, Sports Science & Health) £16,000 applications must be made before 1st July 2013. Science & Engineering £16,000 Applicants are NOT required to complete a scholarship Medical Molecular Biology with Genetics (MSc) (includes bench fees) £22,000 application form. Scholarship awards will be clearly Chemistry (includes bench fees) £1 ,000 8 stated on the offer / admission letter. Nanotechnology (MSc) (includes bench fees) £18,000 Eligibility criteria Bangor Business School London Centre Bangor Business School London Centre (MBA) (Banking & Finance; Islamic Banking & Finance only) £22,000 . The International Scholarship will apply to students Bangor Business School London Centre (MSc) £21,000 beginning their degree course in September 2013

. Students who receive other types of scholarships from Distance Learning Bangor University or other sources of funding will not be entitled to the International Scholarship Chartered Banker MBA (Full Program) £19,000 Chartered Banker MBA – accelerated route £10,000 . The International Scholarship is offered in the form of TRC foundation Courses a reduction in tuition fee.

Foundation Courses Varies on Location from £5000 to £10000 . The scholarship is not open to UK/EU applicants

Please note: Fee levels are correct at time of printing, but may be subject to change. There is likely to be a small increase in the fees for the 2014/15 academic year and the fee level will be determined during 2013.

Low cost of living Working Part-time Other Market research shows that the cost of living in Bangor is much The University’s JobZone offers a free service lower than in other parts of the UK. Bangor has been described as to help you find part-time employment. Work scholarships “one of the cheapest places in Britain” to be a student. (The A-Z of opportunities vary. Usual jobs for students Universities and Higher Education Colleges) include helping out in shops and at events and Individual academic Schools often basic office assistance. International students Bangor is consistently ranked as one of the "best value" places can work up to 20 hours per week and full- offer their own funding to students for to study in the UK in various cost-of-living surveys so you can be time during the holidays. The University does both Undergraduate and Postgraduate sure that you are getting the most from your money in Bangor. not recommend you work the full 20 hours study. For more information about Find out more: during the term because studying in the UK is scholarships and eligibility criteria As a guide we would recommend that students allow up to intensive and you will need to make sure you TRC Colleges ( managed by Trans Russian Co ) £5,400 for undergraduate study and £7,200 for postgraduate have enough time to complete all your course please visit www.bangor.ac.uk/ Suite 1674, Kemp House,City Road, London, UK , EC1V study to cover accommodation, food and other personal expenses work and reading to ensure success in your international/future/scholarship 2NX per year. This figure is a guide and will vary depending on the studies. The UK currently (from 1 October Phone: UK : +442081445389 Phone US : +1 347 474 0263 individual needs and lifestyle of each student. 2011) has a minimum wage of £6.08 per hour Phone Lebanon: +9613506451 ( for lebanon ) if you are aged 21 years or older and £4.98 per Skype: TRCColleges ( Eng) Skype: TRC.Colleges ( Russ) hour if you are aged 18-20. email: [email protected] ( eng , Russ) email: [email protected] ( eng) 41 WebSite : TRCCOLLEGES.COM. Trccolleges.com\Bangor 42 The University makes all reasonable efforts to ensure that the information in this brochure is correct at the time of printing (2012). Map of The University makes all reasonable efforts to provide the courses, tuition and learning support, research opportunities and other services and facilities with reasonable care and skill and in the way described in this brochure. However, the University shall be entitled if it reasonably considers it to be necessary (including in order to manage its resources and to improve the quality of its the UK... provision) to make reasonable changes to the provision including:

City Miles Kilometers Edinburgh to make changes to (for example) the content and Glasgow . syllabus of courses and methods of teaching and Chester 60 100 assessment (including in relation to placements); Liverpool 73 118 Newcastle to suspend or discontinue courses. Manchester 99 160 . York Leeds 141 228 In the unlikely event that the University discontinues or does not provide a course or changes it significantly before it begins, the Birmingham 155 249 Leeds University will tell the relevant individuals at the earliest possible York 169 272 opportunity. An individual will be entitled to withdraw from the course by telling the University in writing within a reasonable time Cardiff 185 298 Liverpool Manchester of being informed of the change. Bristol 236 380 Bangor Manchester Newcastle 243 392 International airport The University will make available to students such learning support and other services and facilities as it considers London 269 433 Birmingham appropriate but may vary what it provides and how it provides it. Glasgow 296 477 Edinburgh 300 483 The willingness of the University to consider an application is no guarantee of acceptance. Students are admitted to the University Plymouth 350 564 Cardiff on the basis that the information they provide on their application Bristol London form is complete and correct. Wonderful position. On one side are the

mountains of Snowdonia National Park, Plymouth on the other side is the Menai Strait… Bangor boasts the best university setting in Independent’s A-Z of Universities the UK, with parts within 6 feet of the sea. and Higher Education Colleges

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