Preference to Kinesiology students, but all undergraduate students enrolled in the faculty/faculties listed above can apply.

Please note that subject areas at partner universities may change. Review the ‘What courses do they offer?' section before selecting a program.

Additional entry requirements

Undergraduate programs 

What courses do they offer?

List of programs and modules by department

*Note that courses are classified as modules, and programs are classified as courses.

Course restrictions

• Certain courses require prerequisites in order to be taken. View the 'List of programs and modules by department' page linked in the ‘What courses do they offer?' section to find out which prerequisites are required.

How many credits do I need to earn?

60 Bangor credits = 30 ECTS = 2.5 Western credits (students going for 1 term)
*Students must take a minimum of 50 Bangor credits, and no more than 60 Bangor credits in 1 term.

120 Bangor credits = 60 ECTS = 5.0 Western credits (students going for 1 year)
*Students must take no more than 120 Bangor credits over a 1 academic year.

Grading system

Courses at Bangor University, called modules, are measured using credit points. Based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), Bangor credits can be calculated as follows:

1 ECTS = 2 Bangor credits

Bangor credits can be converted to Western credits as follows:

6 ECTS = 12 Bangor credits = 0.5 Western credits, the equivalent of one term course at Western.

Fall term: End of September - Mid January
Winter term: Mid January - Beginning of June

Academic calendar

Tuition Fees are paid to Western.

Exchange students may apply to live on-campus or off-campus once accepted into the program, although on-campus accommodation is not guaranteed unless students from the Americas apply before the relevant deadline. Students who do not receive an invitation for on-campus accommodation will be emailed the list of off-campus housing options upon releasing of the on-campus housing allocation results.

Undergraduate accommodation

On-campus housing options

Off-campus housing

*Contact the Student Services Office at Bangor for further assistance relating to off-campus accommodation.

Living costs students incur depend on lifestyle choices. Estimated living expenses are based on the costs of accommodation, food, transportation, personal expenses, textbooks etc. As a guide, prepare to spend £900- £1100 per month, for a single student living in the Bangor area.

Living expenses and advice

International student calculator

There are a number of scholarships and awards available through Western and external organizations to help fund international learning experiences. Visit the scholarships and funding page for more information.

Application deadline: January 15, 2025

Before starting your online application, review the application outline. This outline offers a preview of questions you will be asked to respond to within the online application.

Application Outline

Please only select the ‘login to apply' or ‘apply' button when you are ready to start your online application.

Please note that we do accept late applications, if the ‘Login to Apply' button is present. By submitting an application you are not guaranteed a space in this program.

Connect with current or returning students who have participated in this program or have travelled to this region. Email ila@uwo.ca indicating which program you are interested in, join one of our information sessions, or attend our drop-in hours to learn about the many international learning opportunities at home or abroad

Learn more about the host country, local environment, culture, climate, health care, entry/exit requirements, and security precautions related to this location by accessing detailed country guides through:
• Government of Canada destination specific travel information
• International SOS (ISOS) - Use Western's membership number (Western login credentials required) to access the ISOS country guides.