UWE Bristol is an ambitious, progressive university based in one of the UK's most vibrant and creative cities. It's an institution that empowers students to not only push their limits academically, but also to develop the personal and professional skills needed to fulfil their potential and achieve success in life.
Courses have been developed with a real career focus, aimed at ensuring students are fully equipped to enter the world of work and fill the skills gaps in the workforce. To ensure that students have the best chance of success, they will learn in an exciting and thriving environment with contemporary facilities that inspire minds to grow.
Students will be challenged and supported as they enhance their skills and prepare to graduate with the best platform to not only begin a career, but to stand out and truly succeed.
Students can choose from over 200 undergraduate courses when applying to UWE Bristol, covering a wide range of subjects. Students also have the freedom to tailor their learning to suit their goals, with the option to select the course modules that are most relevant to their interests.
The university has three campuses across Bristol, offering a tight-knit campus community feel within a thriving city packed with exciting things to see and do. These campuses are home to a diverse student body, with 167 countries represented in a community of nearly 40,000 students.
UWE Bristol also has a robust support network to ensure students are able to focus on their studies as best as possible. A helpful and friendly team will be able to help students find answers around many issues such as student accommodation, finance or any other aspect of student life.
University of the West of England students on Whatuni say:
''UWE has a welcoming community atmosphere and it feels like lecturers & support staff really care about the students.''
''Great university''
''Overall I'm so glad I decided to stay home and attend this university as I couldn't imagine myself anywhere else''
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4.4In recent years, UWE Bristol has invested £300 million in its impressive range of facilities.
Recent improvements include:
University of the West of England students on Whatuni say:
''The facilities are great and numerous; it's very rare for something I need to be unavailable.''
''The labs are new and comfortable with high quality tech.''
''The facilities on campus are good as there is a lot to offer. ''
4.1UWE Bristol offers a range of accommodation options on campus and in the city centre.
Many undergraduate students live in the university's campus accommodation, ensuring a lively and tight-knit residential community. Options include:
Rental contracts range from £5,159.70 – £13,914.60 based on a student renting accommodation for 42 – 45 weeks.
UWE Bristol guarantee accommodation for students who are coming to the university for the first-time as foundation or first-year students, provided they are studying full time and have submitted an accommodation application by the deadline specified on the university website.
University of the West of England students on Whatuni say:
''I have met some great friends from living in halls. The value for money is good and we have weekly cleaners which is a great benefit when living with people you don't originally know.''
''I live in an ensuite room. Comes with a comfortable double bed so dont worry about falling off the bed!''
''The rooms are lovely, the shared bathroom is a good size with a massive shower and are only shared between 2 people.''
Typically, students applying for an honours degree at UWE Bristol will need to have at least two A-level qualifications or equivalent. However, these requirements will vary depending on the student's chosen course and may involve specific subject requirements, additional qualifications or minimum grades.
There are alternative routes towards admission, especially for students returning to education following a period of employment. While students should consider the minimum entry requirements, entry without the minimum academic grades may be possible with professional or other types of experience.
International students must satisfy English language requirements, typically by achieving an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band below 5.5 or an equivalent test result to assess a candidate's readiness for their chosen course.
Certain courses may require additional submission material, such as an essay or portfolio of work. Candidates may also be invited to attend an interview. Prospective students are encouraged to contact the university's admissions team for more information on general entry requirements, and course-specific information can be found online.
There are a number of scholarships, financial grants and bursaries available at UWE Bristol, supporting students and allowing them to focus on their chosen qualification.
These awards have varying eligibility criteria, with some being awarded for academic merit and others provided according to financial need. Some scholarships are aimed at EU or international students in particular, some to UK students and some are open to all.
Further information on scholarships and bursaries offered, including eligibility requirements, application deadlines and terms and conditions can be found online.
Tuition fees for UK (Home and offshore) students for the 2025/26 academic year are £9,535, while tuition fees for international students for the 2025/26 academic year are generally between £13,000 to £17,000 per year.
UK students can apply for a tuition fee loan which will cover the cost of tuition fees for the academic year. This loan is only repayable once students have finished their degree or chosen to leave their course and have started working with repayments starting at a set salary threshold.
UWE Bristol's teaching is enriched by the university's modern facilities, strong industry connections and courses that are designed with career success in mind. There are also opportunities to get plenty of real-world experience alongside theoretical learning.
Many courses offer options for work placements and internships while studying. This blend gives graduates an important head-start on their careers, equipping students with desirable skills and the kind of mindset that employers are looking for. Taking a year in industry is optional, though the university strongly encourages students to make the most of the opportunity to get first-hand experience while studying. Students have access to a team of experienced placement coordinators who are able to offer guidance and advice for those seeking opportunities as well as support during the placement itself.
The university also provides ample opportunity for students to develop the necessary skills to succeed in their career by encouraging entrepreneurship and enterprise.
Students learn how to lead and innovate, while progressing their own commercial awareness. These opportunities also help to develop broader skills in planning, decision-making and solving problems.
University of the West of England students on Whatuni say:
''Always something new to learn in lectures which are presented in a way that is easy to follow along with. Lecturers get to know their students on a personal level via the workshops that follow making it very inclusive and personal.''
''I have amazing lecturers who would make you feel very comfortable approaching them for help.''
''So much stuff available as part of the course no matter what you want to do and staff are helpful and informed!''
UWE Bristol allows prospective students to join a university that focuses on raising its own standards, while supporting their students to be the best they can be.
The university breaks convention rather than follow it, giving students the best platform for their future success.
Everything at UWE Bristol is focused on preparing graduates for the real world, with pioneering courses designed in partnership with leading industry professionals, including over 150 professionally accredited undergraduate courses.
UWE Bristol provides an unforgettable university experience, equipping students with the skills and mindset future employers are seeking in their workforce while enhancing long-term career prospects.
University of the West of England students on Whatuni say:
''Overall quality education, big & nice campus, great people and a positive experience.''
''Such a diverse and interesting campus.''
''The resources are amazing.''
Bristol is famous for its attitude of independent thinking, unique urban style and culture of innovative creativity.
Bristol isn't just a great place to live, with music, arts, culture, sports, green spaces, a buzzing food scene and fantastic festivals, but is also a great place to start a career. It's a national hub for creativity, innovation, research and tech, with plenty of graduate employment opportunities.
With over 160 societies and sports clubs to join, there's plenty to choose from. There are over 7,000 student members of sports clubs, societies and networks which together give new students opportunities to get involved, meet like-minded people, have fun and boost their CV.
The university encourages students to set up new societies and offers organisational support, as well as funding opportunities.
4.0The UWE Bristol Students' Union is a key hub of student life. Members of the SU are democratically elected by students each year and represent the student voice at every level of the institution.
The SU also serves as a social hub on campus, organising a variety of activities and events throughout the academic year.
University of the West of England students on Whatuni say:
''There's a lot going on with societies and socials, and a huge variety in all of that.''
''There are 3 supermarkets situated about 20 mins walk from campus which makes grocery shopping so convenient.''
''I like how close everything is on campus.''
4.2UWE Bristol recognises that students' health and wellbeing is a priority, as well as being central to academic success. The university provides a wide range of services to support both the physical and mental health of its students throughout their studies.
There are various information points on campus that serve as a first point of contact, where students will be helped by friendly and experienced staff. They can offer broad advice and signpost students towards the specialist services available.
The support on offer includes:
University of the West of England students on Whatuni say:
'' Feels like lecturers & support staff really care about the students. ''
''The teacher is so nice and helpful, they always there for the students whenever we need help with our assignments.''
''The staff, teacher, and friends is so nice and helpful.''
4.0UWE Bristol partners with many employers to make sure its courses are up-to-date and industry-relevant, as well as to offer students a range of placement or internship opportunities.
In collaboration with nearly 17,000 employer partners, from Airbus to Savills, Arup and the NHS, UWE Bristol designs courses which meet high professional standards. As a result, students are equipped with the theoretical knowledge and real-world experience they need to kick start their career.
The university also helps students to develop their enterprise skills to prepare them for today's job market, including teaching them how to think creatively and bring their ideas to life.
Over 150 undergraduate courses come with professional accreditation from industry bodies, and graduates gain access to UWE Bristol's alumni network.
The university enjoys an extremely high graduate employment rate, with 90% of its graduates in work or further study within 15 months of graduating.
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