University of Bristol

University of Bristol

Bristol, United Kingdom

"A Russell Group university in the QS world top 60"

Public Research University Comprehensive 🌐 www.bristol.ac.uk https://www.bristol.ac.uk

At a Glance

Accept Rate —
Avg Salary/Yr —
Ranking #57 (QS)
PSW VISA Up to 2 years (Graduate visa)
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About University of Bristol

The University of Bristol was founded in 1876 and is a research-intensive Russell Group university in South West England with more than 30,000 students, over 30 percent of them international. It ranks 57th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, and offers up to GBP 5 million of scholarships for overseas students for 2027 entry. Bristol assigns each course an English language profile from A to H, and its International Foundation Programme leads to degrees such as Economics and Computer Science.

Rankings & Recognition

#57
QS World University Rankings 2026 Ranked #57 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.

Ranked #57 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.

Accreditations & Memberships

Russell Group International Foundation Programme

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Bristol's global standing for that metric.

Academic Reputation 87.30#73
Employer Reputation 89.40#75
Faculty Student Ratio 36.70#546
Citations per Faculty 83.20#83
International Faculty Ratio 90.70#135
International Student Ratio 95.70#219
International Student Diversity 96.00#118
International Research Network 95.30#100
Employment Outcomes 63.10#248
Sustainability 97.00#12
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Key Facts

1876 Founded
Over 30,000 Total Students
Over 30% International Students
Up to GBP 5 million Scholarship Pool 2027
#57 QS World Rank 2027

Popular Programs

Economics Computer Science Engineering Law Medicine Mathematics English

Application Details

Application Route UCAS (UG) or online (PG)
Intake September
English Profile A-H by course
UG Tuition (approx.) GBP 25,500-33,400 / year
MSc CS 25/26 (approx.) GBP 36,600

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS Academic (Economics, approx.)
6.5 (no band below 6.0)
TOEFL iBT (Economics, approx.)
85
PTE Academic (Economics, approx.)
67

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate —
I-20 Processing Student visa (CAS needed)
Post-Study Work Up to 2 years (Graduate visa)
Green Card Pathway Skilled Worker visa route

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship Think Big awards

Career Outcomes

92% Placement Ratio
Up to 2 years (Graduate visa) Post-Study Work

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Total Students — Over 30,000 International Students — Over 30% —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

The University of Bristol is based in the city of Bristol in South West England.

Campus Details

Bristol city campus
Over 30000 students
Over 30 percent international

Campus Forecast

Mild and wet year round about 2-22 C (approx.)

Student Life & Housing

Housing

University halls and private flats

Dining

Campus cafes and nearby restaurants

Health & Wellness

NHS access plus Immigration Health Surcharge

Activities & Clubs

Students Union societies Sports clubs Cultural festivals

Diversity & Demographics

Total Students Over 30,000
International Students Over 30%
QS World Rank 2027 #57

Cost Deep-Dive

Tuition - UG Range (approx.) GBP 25,500-33,400 / year
Tuition - Economics (approx.) GBP 25,300 / year
Tuition - MSc CS 25/26 (approx.) GBP 36,600 / year

Intakes & Deadlines

Bristol admits international undergraduates in September through UCAS. Taught Master's applicants apply through the university portal, and each course states its English language profile.

Scholarships at University of Bristol

2 scholarships available

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Undergraduate

Think Big Scholarships

Tuition help for overseas students

Deadline: Ask counsellor
All Levels

Bristol International Scholarships

Up to GBP 5 million in total awards

Deadline: Ask counsellor

These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate Course-specific grades via UCAS or equivalent. English profile A to H set by course (IELTS 6.0-7.5).
Postgraduate UK 2:1 degree or equivalent. Most Master courses need IELTS 6.5-7.0 (Profile C or D, approx.).

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic (Economics, approx.)

6.5 (no band below 6.0)

TOEFL iBT (Economics, approx.)

85

PTE Academic (Economics, approx.)

67

Required Documents

Passport copy Academic transcripts Degree or school certificate English test certificate (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE) Personal statement Reference letter CV (postgraduate) Proof of funds (for visa)

Application Process

1
Choose course
Check the course list and entry rules on the University of Bristol international pages.
2
Apply
Apply through UCAS for undergraduate courses or directly online for postgraduate courses.
3
Get an offer
The university reviews your file and sends a conditional or unconditional offer.
4
Accept & pay deposit
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and meet any conditions such as English tests.
5
CAS & visa
Receive your CAS number, show proof of funds and apply for a UK Student visa.
6
Arrive & enrol
Collect your BRP or eVisa details, enrol on campus and start classes.

Campus & Location

The University of Bristol is based in the city of Bristol in South West England.

4 of 4 courses
Bachelor's 3
University of Bristol
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Bachelor's Economics
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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University of Bristol
📍 Bristol
Bachelor's Computer Science
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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University of Bristol
📍 Bristol
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
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Deadline N/A
Master's 1
University of Bristol
📍 Bristol
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 12 months
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Application open
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