Your university

The University of Bristol is internationally distinguished and one of the very best in the UK thanks to its outstanding staff, superb facilities and talented students. If you like the look of our programmes, if the city appeals to you, and if you believe you have what it takes to do well here, we want to hear from you.

Renowned heritage

The University of Bristol has had a reputation for innovation since its founding in 1909. It was the first institute of higher education in the country to admit women on an equal basis with men, and in 1946 established the UK’s first university drama department. More recently, the University has influenced many aspects of our lives through life-changing research in areas such as cot death prevention and 3G mobile technology innovation. The University maintains high standards and a dynamic approach to research and teaching, and continues to provide students with new learning opportunities through new facilities, cutting-edge technology, fresh ideas and innovative techniques.

A world-class university

Assessments by independent bodies consistently show the University to be a leader in many fields, in subjects ranging from aerospace engineering to biochemistry, classics to mathematics, clinical neuroscience to policy studies. Our world-class research and excellent teaching take place in a stimulating environment. We have strong links with leading businesses, NGOs and technology companies, some of which started out at the University. We are a community of scholarship in a creative and dynamic city. We set very high standards and we have a clear vision for the future.

Exceptional academic community

Staff at Bristol are recruited from all over the world, and in the past have included seven Nobel Laureates. They work at the forefront of their academic disciplines – which means that many of their students do too. Study here and you can expect to be challenged and inspired.

Our students are inquisitive, lively, open-minded and passionate about their subject. They come from all walks of life and every part of the world, making for a diverse and vibrant community. We believe strongly in equal treatment and respect for all, and in dealing with people as individuals. Bristol alumni include leading figures in science, medicine, industry and politics, award-winning writers and actors, and prominent members of the professions and their governing bodies.

Shaping your studies

We believe that students are partners in the learning process and so encourage our students to become fully engaged with the process of developing education at the University. Through student-staff liaison meetings and student representation on the Education Committee, Senate and other University committees, students are able to contribute to the development of their own programmes as well as new areas of study, and help enhance the student experience overall.