Application guidance

The following information is for guidance only. Competition for places at the University of Bristol is very strong, and the achievement of a specified qualification does not guarantee that an offer will be made. We aim to respond to your application as quickly as possible to help you plan your studies.

If your qualification is not mentioned or you have any further questions, please contact us for advice.

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• International Foundation Programme
• Undergraduate entry requirements
• Postgraduate entry requirements
• Scholarships
• Student societies
• Get in touch

International Foundation Programme

The International Foundation Programme (IFP) is delivered by the University of Bristol to prepare international students for a degree programme at the University through tailored English language units and academic subject units.

You can find more information through Kaplan International Pathways, our trusted education partner for applications and admissions to the International Foundation Programme.

Undergraduate entry requirements

You can apply for undergraduate courses through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Find out more from UCAS about applying to university in the UK. The UCAS institution code for the University of Bristol is BRISL B78.

Entry requirements vary for each course. Please check our undergraduate course listings for details of specific requirements.

Applicants will need to meet the English language requirements for their chosen course. Different courses need different levels of language skills, referred to as ‘profiles’. The required profile will be shown on the course page. Find out more about our English language profiles.

Students who have successfully completed either the University of Bristol International Foundation Programme or an appropriate foundation/bridging programme such as those offered by our partners, and have met the entry requirements for their chosen degree, will be considered for admission to undergraduate courses.

• Applicants with the Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie (Diploma of Completed Secondary Education) and who have an average of 5.3 or higher can be considered for first year entry to our Bachelor's degree programmes, though there are some specific subject requirements of 5.85.
• Our equivalent of AAA in A-levels is 5.5 in the Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie (Diploma of Completed Secondary Education).
• If you apply for Computer Science, or any of its joint honours programmes, at undergraduate level at Bristol, you will be considered for a place if you have achieved (or are predicted to achieve) a minimum of 5.5 overall with a minimum of 5.85 in Mathematics in the Bulgarian Diploma. Please note however, that achieving these grades does not automatically guarantee an offer of a place.

For information and updates on EU students applying to study in the UK: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/brexit/

Postgraduate entry requirements

You should apply online for all our postgraduate programmes.

Entry requirements vary for each programme. Please check our postgraduate programme listings for details of specific requirements.

Applicants will need to meet the English language requirements for their chosen course. Different courses need different levels of language skills, referred to as ‘profiles’. The required profile will be shown on the course page. Find out more about our English language profiles.

To be considered for admission to a master's degree programme at the University of Bristol, the minimum requirement for entry is an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree that is equivalent to a UK upper second-class degree (also known as a 2:1).

• Applicants who hold, or are in their final year of, a Bachelor degree that started after 2002 will be considered for admission to a Masters degree.
• Applicants who hold, or are in their final year of, a Master's degree that started after 2002 will be considered for admission to a PhD.
• Degrees from Bulgaria should be accredited to be considered. You can check whether your institution is/was accredited here.

Funding your studies

The University provides a range of international scholarships, including our Think Big scholarships which can help fund your tuition fees.

Search our full list of funding to find more scholarships offered by the University of Bristol and external organisations.

Find more information about funding your studies on our student finances pages.

British Council

The British Council can give guidance and information about higher education in the UK. Find out from their website if there is an office near you and what services are available.

Student societies

Our student clubs include the Balkan Society, and over 400 more for different interests and hobbies.

Get in touch

If you have any questions about applying to Bristol, please contact our International Recruitment team:

Email: support@international.bristol.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0)117 205 2644