About University of the West of England, Bristol
UWE Bristol is a large career-focused university with campuses in Frenchay, City Centre and Glenside offering practical degrees in business, creative industries, engineering, health and law, backed by strong employer partnerships and the region's largest paid placement scheme.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 31,100 total students
- • 6,600 international students
- • 120 student societies
Location
- • Located in Bristol
- • Public university
- • Established 1992
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, Pre-Master
Popular Subjects
Business and ManagementAerospace EngineeringAnimationNursing and MidwiferyRobotics
Student-Staff Ratio
18 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Faculty of Business and Law
Bristol Business School, Bristol Law School, Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance
Faculty of Environment and Technology
Engineering, Design and Mathematics, Architecture and the Built Environment, Geography and Environmental Management
Faculty of Arts, Creative Industries and Education
School of Art & Design, School of Film & Journalism, Education and Childhood
Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences
Allied Health Professions, Applied Sciences, Health and Social Wellbeing
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typical offers range from ABB-BBB or 112 UCAS points
Alternatives: BTEC Extended Diploma DDM, International Baccalaureate 30 points, Gaokao 78% with International Foundation
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
Art and Design applicants must submit a portfolio • Health programmes require an interview, DBS and immunisation clearance
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK honours degree at 2:2 or equivalent
GPA: 2.7
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 90
Research programmes require a detailed proposal • PGCE applicants must pass professional skills checks
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £16,000
- Postgraduate: £16,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £0
- Food: £0
- Transport: £0
- Entertainment: £0
- Other: £0
- Total: £12,000
Scholarships
UWE International Scholarships
Merit-based fee reduction for outstanding overseas applicants
Value: £5,000
Dean's International Business Scholarship
Award for Bristol Business School MSc entrants with excellent academic records
Value: £4,000
Campus & Facilities
Facilities
Accommodation
Wallscourt Park
On-campusModern accommodation on Frenchay Campus
Cost: £130 - £175 (per week)
En-suite rooms • Study areas • Social spaces • Laundry
Contract:
Student Village
On-campusTraditional halls with shared facilities
Cost: £110 - £145 (per week)
Standard rooms • Shared bathrooms • Common room
Contract:
Apply online after accepting your offer
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 120
Teams: 55
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: N/A
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
22
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 94%
Further study: 3%
Unemployed: 2%
Average Salary
£32,000
per year
Top Employers
AirbusBBC StudiosDysonMinistry of JusticeNorth Bristol NHS Trust
Career Services
- UWE Bristol Careers Coaching: Personalised guidance plus lifetime access for graduates
- Enterprise Zone: Offers incubator space, legal support and funding introductions for student founders
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Bristol Airport
20 km • 35 minutes via the Airport Flyer and Metrobus
Public Transport
- Metrobus: m1 and m3 routes stop on Frenchay campus connecting to the city centre in 15 minutes • Student term pass about £235
- Rail: Bristol Parkway is 10 minutes away with fast trains to London, Birmingham and Cardiff • Advance singles from £25
Local Area
Bristol is a creative, eco-friendly city with harbourside culture, live music, independent cafes and easy access to the Cotswolds, Bath and the coast
Cost of Living: High
Attractions: Bristol Harbour, Clifton Suspension Bridge, SS Great Britain
Shopping: Cabot Circus, Gloucester Road independents, St Nicholas Markets
Entertainment: Motion nightclub, Watershed cinema, Upfest street art festival
Additional Information
Accreditation
AACSB for Bristol Business School, BPS accredited Psychology programmes, HCPC accredited Allied Health degrees
Partnerships
- Industry: Bristol Robotics Laboratory consortium — Joint facility with the University of Bristol delivering world-leading robotics research
- Industry: Airbus UK — Strategic placement and research partner for aerospace and manufacturing students
Research Highlights
- Centre for Print Research — Explores additive manufacturing, sustainable inks and creative technologies (2024)
- Digital Futures Institute — Applies AI, fintech and cybersecurity solutions to smart cities and creative economies (2023)
Notable Alumni
- Silas Adekunle — Founder of Reach Robotics and Forbes 30 Under 30 (2013)
- Chris Buck — Oscar-winning co-director of Disney's Frozen (1978)
Metadata
Source: UWE Bristol facts 2024, Discover Uni, QS 2025
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
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