Bangor University
Total, Wales
How much do Bangor University graduates earn by subject?
Bangor University graduates earn a median salary of £24,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £44,200, while Health and social care graduates earn £22,300.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computing | £25,500 | £32,000 | £41,500 |
| Medical sciences | - | £29,500 | £33,500 |
| Engineering | £30,000 | £29,000 | £37,000 |
| Allied health | £28,500 | £28,500 | £34,000 |
| Languages and area studies | £29,500 | £25,000 | £29,000 |
| Creative arts and design | £22,500 | £21,000 | £25,000 |
| Business and management | £24,000 | £22,500 | £27,000 |
| Performing arts | £27,500 | £23,000 | £28,000 |
| Education and teaching | £23,000 | £19,000 | £23,000 |
| Psychology | £22,000 | £19,500 | £24,500 |
| Biosciences | £23,000 | £19,500 | £24,000 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | - | £17,000 | £20,500 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is Bangor University?
In 2024, Bangor University received 18,855 applications and accepted 4,045 students, giving an acceptance rate of 21.5%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Bangor University?
88% of Bangor University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 24 subjects with median salaries ranging from £22,300 to £44,200. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 93.8% | £44,200 |
| Medical sciences | 85.7% | £38,300 |
| Engineering | 92.7% | £38,000 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 92.1% | £35,000 |
| Allied health | 78.1% | £32,700 |
| Chemistry | 89.3% | £32,100 |
| Languages and area studies | 79.1% | £31,000 |
| Creative arts and design | 79.2% | £30,500 |
| Agriculture, food and related studies | 89.5% | £29,600 |
| Business and management | 90.1% | £28,100 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 86.4% | £28,100 |
| Performing arts | 88% | £27,400 |
| Law | 85.1% | £26,300 |
| Education and teaching | 92.8% | £26,300 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 87.1% | £25,900 |
| Psychology | 87.7% | £25,900 |
| Biosciences | 83.8% | £25,600 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 89.2% | £25,600 |
| Celtic studies | 94.4% | £25,200 |
| English studies | 88.2% | £24,800 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 85.3% | £24,500 |
| History and archaeology | 81.8% | £23,400 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 86% | £22,600 |
| Health and social care | 83.6% | £22,300 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £44,200
- 2 Medical sciences £38,300
- 3 Engineering £38,000
- 4 Nursing and midwifery £35,000
- 5 Allied health £32,700
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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