Ranking body	Latest available result	What it indicates
TIME World's Top Universities 2026	360th globally, 40th in the UK and 2nd in Wales	Global reputation, academic capacity, innovation and international engagement
Complete University Guide 2026	55th in the UK and 4th in Wales	UK league-table performance across teaching, satisfaction, research and outcomes
Guardian University Guide 2026	62nd in the UK and joint 4th in Wales	Student experience, teaching, continuation and career indicators
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026	59th in the UK and 4th in Wales	UK performance across teaching, student outcomes, research and resources
QS World University Rankings 2026	566th globally	Research reputation, international profile and overall global standing
University Compare 2026	Top university in Wales and 15th in the UK	Review-led student experience and employability signals

Ranking Notes

Bangor University's ranking profile is strongest when students care about overall student experience, affordability, support and a calmer place to study.

The university's own news pages show improvement across major UK league tables in 2026, with 55th place in the Complete University Guide and 62nd in the Guardian University Guide. Bangor also reports a strong international profile in TIME's 2026 global table and a top position in Wales in the review-led University Compare rankings.

For applicants, the most useful comparison is not only the headline number. It is whether the course, cost, location and support match the student's study and career goals.

How To Use Rankings

Students comparing Bangor with other UK universities should also check:

• Course content and specialisations
• Placement or exchange options
• International tuition fee
• Scholarship availability
• Accommodation and living costs
• Student support and visa help
• Graduate outcomes for the chosen subject
• Whether the city lifestyle suits the student