Fairly well organised as a university, and an excellent physics department in terms of research, but the teaching was often sub-par. With a few exceptions, particularly from the theory department, courses were often poorly taught and standard in content. The theoretical units were lacking until final year, but well taught. Should be more foundational units and mathematical units instead of the dull and poorly taught applied units that are pretty much useless (cf. Nuclear and Particle Physics 2rd year course). Good facilities, constant renovations, beautiful libraries and helpful admins give me a good impression of the university as a whole, although my experience of teaching in the physics department has been sub-par, hence the 4 stars.

Very good library and computer facilities situated throughout the university. A shame some of them are locked off via U-card access.

The physics department admins are absolutely fantastic, supportive and helpful, whatever your query (even if it's a silly one...).

Never have any need to go there, not much happens there that I hear of apart from exams. Nice renovation, but do more stuff there!

A few decent clubs and a fairly active night scene. Plenty of kebab places open till ridiculous o'clock in the morning. Really cool city in terms of museums and activities and whatnot. We even had a huge water slide all the way down Park Street one day, which was great fun to go to although only a few people got to go down.

I am not currently participating in any societies, but I did in previous years and they were in general very good. I know of others that are very active in the student societies, but I just don't think it's for me personally.

See overall rating comment. Essentially, the courses were often dull and unimportant, leaving out important foundational courses taught at other unis. Often very badly taught also, with a few exceptions in the theory, solid state physics and astrophysics departments.

Well respected uni that people recognise and associate with high performers.

Good for uni accommodation, although expensive (Bristol is an expensive city). Lots of activities, and very close to the city centre. Awful food but hey, that kind of comes with the territory. Good overall impression of the university accommodation.

The best 4 years of my life. Would recommend Bristol to everyone, such an amazing city! A stand out university experience, so much to do in the city allows you to develop personally. Excellent departments and teaching allows you really excel academically also. Everyone's experience is what they make it and with the help and support of the University of Bristol you can make it really special, with memories to last a lifetime.

Excellent. Chemistry and physics labs are amazing, helpful staff also. Beautiful old buildings around campus.

If you ask for help you will receive great service. Genuine concern from tutors and departmental staff in both Chemistry and Physics. Cant thank them enough for their help.

Improving rapidly. Through my time at university the SU has come along in leaps and bounds with improvements such as opening of the Balloon Bar, great for watching the rugby in!

I love Bristol, best city in the UK! Ask anyone, its vibrant, green and cheerful. THE BEST!!! Wish I could give this category 10 stars!

Again great! Vast variety from sports to activism to departmental societies. Freshers fair makes it easy to get involved.

Most -Interesting topics covered from a range of fields. Taught through a variety of mediums such as lectures, workshops and labs. Least - 9 am lectures.

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There are many career days organised to meet potential employers. Tutors and members of staff are keen to suggest openings they think you may be interested in.