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University of Bristol Student Stories - 2022
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Established over a hundred years ago, the University of Bristol is a top-ranked university in the UK, with a well-earned reputation for high quality teaching and research. Bristol is ranked within the top 10 universities in the UK, and 55th in the world, in the QS World University Rankings 2024. Bristol offers over 600 undergraduate and postgraduate degrees covering a comprehensive range of subjects. The university also runs foundation programmes, study abroad and summer school short-term study options. Bristol is home to more than 30,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students, 28 percent of whom are international, representing more than 150 nationalities.
As a member of the elite Russell Group of UK research-intensive universities, the University of Bristol is committed to tackling some of the world’s greatest current challenges. Courses and programmes at Bristol are structured around this innovative research. Students at Bristol have the opportunity to work on real-life projects with expert academics and learn from their knowledge and experience. Bristol’s graduates are highly sought after in the job market, both in the UK and overseas. The university was ranked joint seventh in the UK in latest QS Graduate Employability Rankings for 2022.
The University of Bristol continually invests in upgrading its facilities, technology and training resources and methods. Bristol offers a comprehensive network of support services – academic, personal, financial and practical – to ensure that students can access help whenever they need it. It also provides outstanding extracurricular outlets, including a host of sporting activities, clubs, volunteering and networking opportunities for students to explore and enrich their lives with.
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Bristol was recently named one of the world’s most international institutions. The 2023 THE rankings placed the university as the 45th most international in the world.
The university invests significant amounts into ongoing campus development. Around GBP 700 million has been committed to ambitious projects that will transform Bristol’s campuses, buildings and facilities. Work has begun on the new Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus. The project will provide teaching, research and innovation space for staff, students and external partners, as well as on-site student accommodation.
Other recent developments include opening the Global Lounge at the heart of campus – a place for all students to connect, learn about other cultures and find out about global opportunities. Regular Global Lounge events allow UK and international students to share experiences, integrate and be inspired to become global citizens.
The University of Bristol is committed to helping talented international students at undergraduate and postgraduate level to finance their studies. In 2024, the university will invest GBP 3 million to help the brightest and best international students come to Bristol.
Bristol's Think Big Scholarships are available to undergraduate and postgraduate students and are valued at up to GBP 26,000 per year.
The university offers additional awards and scholarships in partnership with national governments, alumni associations and industry partners. In addition to these awards, international students may be eligible for funding from their home country or for studying specific subjects.
There are no restrictions on nationality or course for PhD funding, provided the university can offer supervision for the topic being researched. A limited number of studentships are available for each area of study.
The University of Bristol is designed with students in mind, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and continual investments into the institution, giving students access to the very best buildings, technology and resources. Purpose-built study centres, including 24-hour libraries, expansive laboratories and specialist equipment, are available to help students thrive.
The university is home to an extensive range of sports facilities on campus, including a swimming pool, large multipurpose sports hall and well-equipped gym. Near the campus students can also access grass and artificial pitches, an indoor tennis centre and Olympic-level weightlifting facilities.
Students at Bristol can be a part of over 70 different sports clubs at the university, as well as competing in leagues against other institutions. The Performance Sport programme can help student athletes balance success across both sports and academia.
There are undergraduate and postgraduate accommodation places available for students across Bristol’s three university residential villages. Living options for all tastes and lifestyles are available, ranging from modern city-centre residences to Georgian townhouses.
A University of Bristol degree is well regarded worldwide, and graduates are highly employable. Bristol ranks 7th in the UK for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022).
The careers service at Bristol offers students advice and guidance to help them to get to where they want to be after graduating. The university provides support with CVs, applications and interviews, as well as employer presentations, internship schemes and careers fairs. This support continues for three years after graduation. Students can also work towards the industry-recognised Bristol PLUS Award.
Bristol students can also access MyOpportunities, a portal that empowers students to explore opportunities outside of their formal curriculum. From volunteering to internships abroad to hackathons, this resource offers students a wide range of activities to enhance their university experience.
To help students gain valuable employability skills, many undergraduate courses offer students the option of undertaking a period in industry or studying abroad as part of their degree.
29,11,259 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
28,07,851 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
5,03,640 Living costs
9,49,668 To live on campus
The University of Bristol invites applications from the brightest of international students and accepts a wide range of qualifications. Entry requirements vary by course.
The university’s country-specific guidance gives further information on qualification equivalences, scholarships and education representatives in different regions.
Students should apply through UCAS for undergraduate courses, or through the university’s online application system for postgraduate programmes.
International applicants must have a good standard of English to study at Bristol. Students whose first language is not English will need to provide evidence of their English language proficiency. Requirements vary, depending on students’ country of origin and chosen course. Applicants are advised to check their course listing for details of specific requirements.
The university provides a range of support services to help international students feel part of the community from the moment they arrive in Bristol.
The Global Lounge is a great place to meet other students, and staff can offer support with finding accommodation and opening bank accounts.
The university’s visa team is always on hand to offer support with visa applications and queries, before and after arriving in Bristol.
There is a range of academic support available to international students, including regular additional language development and study skills sessions. Peer support schemes aid learning, with older years facilitating sessions with first years. Most students are allocated an academic personal tutor or supervisor who meets with them regularly to monitor their progress.
At Bristol, there is always someone to talk to. A range of support services, such as student wellbeing advisers, student counselling and the residential life service, are available to help students look after their health and wellbeing.
With hundreds of societies and sports clubs, the university’s students’ union provides countless opportunities for students to connect with others from their own countries and around the world. There are activities to suit all interests, as well as cultural societies where students can meet like-minded friends.