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    Bangor University Entry Requirements 2026 (International Students)

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    Bangor University entry requirements 2026 for international students are IELTS for UKVI 6.0 (5.5 in each band) for most undergraduate and Master's degrees, 6.5 for MBA and selected MSc programmes, plus academic equivalents of UK A-Levels CDD-BBB (undergraduate) or a 4-year Bachelor's with CGPA 2.5/50% (postgraduate). Bangor also accepts PTE, TOEFL, Duolingo 105, LanguageCert and Medium of Instruction (MOI) letters for many countries.

    Undergraduate Entry Requirements by Country

    CountryQualificationTypical requirement

    |---|---|---|

    PakistanFSc / HSSC / A-Levels60-70% / CDD-BBBIndiaClass XII (CBSE/ISC/State)60-75%NigeriaWAEC / NECO + Foundation6 credits incl. English & Maths + foundation year, OR direct entry with JUPEB/IJMBBangladeshHSCGPA 3.5+ChinaSenior High School Diploma75%+ avg + foundation, OR Gaokao 60%Sri LankaA-LevelsCDD-BBBKenyaKCSEB (plain) average

    Postgraduate Entry Requirements

  1. 4-year Bachelor's (or 3-year Bachelor's + 1-year Master's): CGPA 2.5/4.0, 50%+ or Second Class Lower (2:2) equivalent.
  2. 3-year Bachelor's only: accepted for some MA/MSc with relevant work experience or a Pre-Master's. Otherwise complete a top-up year first (see our 15 years of education guide).
  3. MBA: 4-year Bachelor's + 2 years' professional work experience preferred (waivable case-by-case for strong applicants).
  4. English Language Requirements

    TestStandard PG/UGMBA & selected MSc

    |---|---|---|

    IELTS for UKVI Academic6.0 (5.5 each)6.5 (5.5 each)PTE Academic UKVI59 (55 each)65 (59 each)TOEFL iBT8090Duolingo English Test105115LanguageCert SELTB2 CommunicatorC1 Expert

    English exemptions accepted:

  5. Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter from your previous degree (Pakistan, India, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya widely accepted).
  6. WAEC English Language at C6 or above.
  7. CBSE/ISC Class XII English at 70%+.
  8. Previous study in UK / USA / Canada / Ireland / Australia / NZ.
  9. See more on test waivers: universities that don't require English tests.

    Other Requirements

  10. Valid passport (6+ months validity).
  11. Personal statement (300-500 words) - why this course, why Bangor, career goals.
  12. One academic reference (two for MBA).
  13. CV (for postgraduate and MBA).
  14. TB test certificate (mandatory for Pakistan, India, Nigeria, Bangladesh).
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  19. Source: Bangor University Country-Specific Entry Requirements 2026/27.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the entry requirements for Bangor University for international students?+

    Undergraduate entry typically requires A-Level CDD-BBB, IB 28-32, FSc/HSSC 60-70%, or equivalent. Postgraduate entry requires a 4-year Bachelor's with CGPA 2.5/4.0 (50%+) or 2:2 equivalent. English requirement is IELTS for UKVI 6.0 (5.5 in each band) for most courses and 6.5 for MBA and selected MSc programmes.

    What IELTS score do I need for Bangor University?+

    Most Bangor University undergraduate and Master's courses require IELTS for UKVI Academic 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band. MBA and some MSc programmes (Computer Science, Data Science, Cyber Security, MA TESOL, LLM) require IELTS for UKVI 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each band.

    Does Bangor University accept MOI letter instead of IELTS?+

    Yes. Bangor University accepts a Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter from your previous institution confirming that English was the language of teaching and assessment. This is widely accepted from Pakistan, India, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and other Commonwealth countries when supported by transcripts.

    Does Bangor University accept Duolingo English Test?+

    Yes. Bangor University accepts the Duolingo English Test at 105 overall for most courses and 115 overall for MBA and selected MSc programmes. Duolingo is a valid alternative to IELTS for university admission, though SELT-approved tests are still required for pre-sessional English.

    Can I get into Bangor University with a 3-year Bachelor's degree?+

    Yes, but with conditions. A 3-year Bachelor's is accepted for some MA/MSc courses with relevant work experience, but most Master's programmes prefer a 4-year Bachelor's. Otherwise complete a 1-year Pre-Master's at Bangor (GBP 14,500) or use a Pakistani/Indian Master's as a top-up.