

Bristol, England
Bristol, UWE is a university located in Bristol, South West England. It is a member of the University Alliance group, focused on professional and technical education. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.
The university has approximately 36,380 students, with a diverse international community representing 107 nationalities. The largest international cohorts come from India, Pakistan, and Nigeria.
Bristol currently lists 129 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 71 undergraduate and 58 postgraduate programmes.
Graduate outcomes are excellent: 90% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £31,400 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 85%.
Bristol is regularly voted the UK's best city to live in, with a creative, independent spirit.
Bristol, UWE is ranked #721 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #61 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | #721 |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | #601 |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | #66 |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | #61 |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
86.1% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
| 3 years | £28,800 | £26,496 | +9% |
| 5 years | £31,400 | £28,888 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 83% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
24.8% of students are international, representing 107+ countries. Total international students: 9,030.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| India | 1,265 | 14% |
| Pakistan | 870 | 9.6% |
| Nigeria | 840 | 9.3% |
| Bangladesh | 405 | 4.5% |
| China | 405 | 4.5% |
| Hong Kong | 395 | 4.4% |
| Kuwait | 395 | 4.4% |
| Myanmar (Burma) | 350 | 3.9% |
| Malaysia | 345 | 3.8% |
| Sri Lanka | 345 | 3.8% |
Source: HESA official data.
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100% tuition fees for outstanding international MSc students
For selected nationalities (see university)
Three-year award for international undergraduate students
For selected nationalities (see university)
Support for Social Science Foundation Year students from global majority backgrounds
Open to all international students
50% tuition fees for underrepresented groups
For students from: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
50% tuition fee waiver for international MSc students
For selected nationalities (see university)
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