Help with completing your application

Our online system is designed to make our application process easy. You will be guided through our application form so you complete only the necessary sections for your programme. You can upload documents, request references or save your application and return to work on it later. Once submitted, you can check the progress of your application and view and respond to our admission decision online.

Should you experience any problems, please use the Technical Support link at the top of the screen. If this does not resolve your query, please contact us at pg-admissions@bristol.ac.uk.

Create your application

You will need to create an account in order to apply. When you create an account, you can create a username and password so that you can return to work on your application at any time before submission.

Please provide a current email address when creating your profile. We will use this address to communicate with you about different matters. If you change your email address, you can amend your application email address by using the 'Profile' button in the top navigation bar of the application form.

If you forget your login details, you can use the 'Technical Support' or 'Forgot your user name or password?' links on the login page to reset your password.

You can also contact the Technical Support team for advice by using the 'Technical Support' button at the top of the application screen throughout the process.

Making multiple applications

You can apply to more than one programme at the University of Bristol.

For some of our programmes, you can select a second choice of programme when starting your application. If you do not see any programmes available in the second choice drop-down menu after selecting your programme, the programme does not allow for a second choice.

If you wish to apply for more than one programme but no second choice is available, then you are able to make a second application by creating a new profile. Please create a different username to any previous application, to prevent the system identifying your application as a duplicate. The email address and name you provide must be accurate.

System security

The University of Bristol is committed to delivering electronic services that recognise and respect customer privacy and security.

Using the form

Please review the application instructions, via the link in the top-left of your screen. Please also review the relevant Admissions Statement for the programme you are applying to. This statement contains important information about documents required as part of your application.

Start your application

Once you have logged into the form, select the 'Edit application' button. You will see a list of options in the left-hand navigation bar. Select 'Programme choice' to begin. You will need to complete this section first.

Complete each section as it appears. If you would like to pause in a section and save your work, use the 'Save' button located at the top and bottom of each screen.

Please proceed through the sections of the application form using the 'Save and Continue' button. Failure to navigate through the system may mean you are unable to submit your application.

Left-hand navigation bar

Application

Please complete all application form sections. Using the 'Save and Continue' button will move through the sections of the application form you need to complete. You can also use the 'Save' button located at the top and bottom of each screen to save details you have entered without moving to another section. You do not have to complete the application in one sitting or from one computer. You should ensure that you always logout at the end of each session (top right of the screen), as the system will lock you out if you navigate away from the page. If this happens, you should restart your computer.

You may access the application as many times as you like with your username and password.

References

You will be directed to 'References Section 1'. You can also use this section to upload any references you already have. Once you save this page and continue, the system will direct you to the 'Referee List' in 'References section 2', where you must identify your referees and choose whether they will be submitting their reference via our online system. Please note that if so, we will need an email address for your referee.

Please see our advice on submitting your references on our Supporting information page.

Check your application

When you select the option to 'Check Your Application' from the left-hand navigation bar, the system will identify any incomplete sections in your application. You can click on any listed question to be transferred directly to that question.

Please note that this section refers only to the minimum number of questions required. There may be other questions that you should answer; please review your application carefully.

Downloadable forms

Some programmes will require you to complete additional forms. As you work through the application the system will prompt you to complete forms which are relevant to the programme you are applying to. These are available in the ‘Downloadable Forms’ section of the application.

Print button

Use this button to print your application form for your records. You will be able to log in to view your submitted application at any time.

Top navigation bar

The banner navigation bar appears at the top of all pages of the application form for quick navigation to key areas.

Dashboard

Please use this button to navigate to the home page of your application at any time.

Profile

You can use this button to update your profile details. Your email address in your profile needs to be current. We will use this address to let you know your admission decision and to communicate with you about your application progress and visa (if applicable). The address may be amended at any time.

Technical Support

Please use this option for help with any queries about using the online application form.

Log out

In the interest of security and to prevent you locking out, you must logout of your application once your work is complete. You should use the 'Log out' button to do this. Please don’t just close the tab or browser window, as this will lock you out of the application system.

After you have logged out, we also recommend that you close your web browser.

Submitting your application

You may only submit your application once.
When you have completed your application, use the 'Check My Application' feature in the left-hand navigation bar to check whether you have completed all the relevant questions. The system will highlight the ones which still need completing.
Please review your responses answer questions accurately. When you submit your application your responses will become the official property of the University of Bristol and our admission decision will be based on the information provided.
After completing your application, you can begin the submission process. Please select 'Submit Application' at the top of the page. You will be asked to confirm and to digitally sign your application. Once the University has received this, you will get a confirmation message.
After you have submitted your application, please use the 'Post-submission Uploads' section if you need to submit any further supporting documents. If you need to make any other updates to your application, please contact the appropriate admissions office.
You will receive a message that your submission is complete and a confirmation email from the University of Bristol.

Can I change my application or upload documents after submitting?

After submission, you cannot make any changes to your application, other than uploading supporting documents in the 'Post submission uploads' section. If you need to make any other updates, please contact the appropriate University of Bristol admissions office immediately.

Some students may be asked to submit a fees questionnaire. If you have been asked to do this, use the 'Downloadable Forms' section (left navigation) to download the questionnaire, Complete the form, save it and upload in the 'Post submission uploads' section.

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