University of Bristol: Statistics
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #100 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #24 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #10 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #8 of 131 | In England |
| #1 of 2 | In Bristol |
| #7 of 1,019 | For Paleontology |
| Top100 | For 102 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 68%
- Enrollment
- 27,513
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- bristol.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 68% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | 5 approved subjects at GCSE or 'A' level including at least 2 'A' levels; most offers made on the basis of 3 'A' levels in approved subjects. Other qualifications accepted: International, French and European Baccalaureates; secondary school leaving certificates from most EU countries, Canada, Australia and New Zealand; College Board Exams from the USA; and a range of international qualifications. Candidates whose first language is not English are required to obtain an appropriate qualification in English. More detailed information may be obtained from Undergraduate Admissions Officer |
| Academic Calendar | October to June (October - December; January-March; April-June) |
| Enrollment | 27,513 |
We've calculated the 68% acceptance rate for University of Bristol based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Bristol is a world-class research university with 104,546 scientific papers published and 5,038,571 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Medicine, Biology, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Psychology, and Materials Science.
University of Bristol majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 1020 | 21125 |
| 1992 | 1136 | 23159 |
| 1993 | 1156 | 24497 |
| 1994 | 1232 | 25598 |
| 1995 | 1314 | 27892 |
| 1996 | 1468 | 31579 |
| 1997 | 1569 | 34859 |
| 1998 | 1717 | 40077 |
| 1999 | 1858 | 46196 |
| 2000 | 2092 | 51141 |
| 2001 | 2110 | 59523 |
| 2002 | 2223 | 69310 |
| 2003 | 2445 | 80382 |
| 2004 | 2694 | 92428 |
| 2005 | 2964 | 107468 |
| 2006 | 3248 | 124708 |
| 2007 | 3670 | 144593 |
| 2008 | 3763 | 165777 |
| 2009 | 4294 | 186863 |
| 2010 | 4596 | 208965 |
| 2011 | 4593 | 233674 |
| 2012 | 4811 | 267720 |
| 2013 | 5261 | 301580 |
| 2014 | 5352 | 331019 |
| 2015 | 5764 | 346005 |
| 2016 | 5988 | 352412 |
| 2017 | 6141 | 377017 |
| 2018 | 6075 | 380274 |
| 2019 | 6245 | 426739 |
| 2020 | 6976 | 494484 |
| 2021 | 7160 | 573033 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Bristol gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Annual Tuition (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate (UK/EU) | 9,250 |
| Undergraduate (International) | 24,700 - 28,100 |
| Postgraduate Taught (UK/EU) | 6,900 - 13,000 |
| Postgraduate Taught (International) | 18,900 - 28,100 |
| Postgraduate Research (UK/EU) | 4,410 - 4,410 (per annum) |
| Postgraduate Research (International) | 19,000 - 23,700 (per annum) |
The University of Bristol has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Bristol.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bachelor's Degree | Accountancy, Ancient Civilizations, Anthropology, Art History, Biological and Life Sciences, Chemistry, Cinema and Television, Comparative Politics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Contemporary History, Criminology, Czech, Dentistry, Earth Sciences, Economics, Education, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering, English, Finance, Fine Arts, French, Geography (Human), German, Health Administration, History, International Relations and Diplomacy, International Studies, Latin American Studies, Law, Literature, Management, Marketing, Mathematics, Mathematics and Computer Science, Medicine, Medieval Studies, Modern History, Modern Languages, Music, Philosophy, Physics, Portuguese, Psychology, Public Health, Russian, Social Policy, Social Sciences, Sociology, Surgery, Theatre, Translation and Interpretation, Veterinary Science |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | Arts and Humanities, Dentistry, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Law, Medicine, Music, Natural Sciences, Social Work, Surgery |
| Doctorate | Accountancy, Arts and Humanities, Computer Science, Dentistry, Education, Engineering, Finance, Law, Medicine, Music, Social Sciences |
University of Bristol alumni
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Simon Pegg
- Occupations
- comediantelevision actoractorscreenwritervoice actor
- Biography
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Simon John Pegg is an English actor, comedian, screenwriter, and producer. He came to prominence in the UK as the co-creator of the Channel 4 sitcom Spaced (1999–2001), directed by Edgar Wright. He and Wright co-wrote the films Shaun of the Dead (2004), Hot Fuzz (2007), and The World's End (2013), known collectively as the Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy, all of which saw Wright directing and Pegg starring alongside Nick Frost. Pegg and Frost also wrote and starred in the sci-fi comedy film Paul (2011).
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Jason Isaacs
- Occupations
- television actorvoice actortelevision producerfilm actorstage actor
- Biography
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Jason Isaacs is an English actor.
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David Walliams
- Enrolled in the University of Bristol
- Graduated with Bachelor of Arts in spoken drama
- Occupations
- television presenternovelistwritertelevision makerfilm actor
- Biography
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David Edward Williams, known professionally as David Walliams, is an English comedian, actor, author, writer, and television personality. He is best known for his work with Matt Lucas on the BBC sketch comedy series Little Britain (2003–2006) and Come Fly With Me (2010–2011). From 2012 to 2022, Walliams was a judge on the television talent show competition Britain's Got Talent on ITV. He is also a writer of children's books, having sold more than 37 million copies worldwide.
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Emily Watson
- Occupations
- actorfilm actortelevision actorstage actor
- Biography
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Emily Margaret Watson is an English actress. She began her career on stage and joined the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1992. In 2002, she starred in productions of Twelfth Night and Uncle Vanya at the Donmar Warehouse, and was nominated for the 2003 Olivier Award for Best Actress for the latter. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her debut film role as Bess McNeil in Lars von Trier's Breaking the Waves (1996) and for her role as Jacqueline du Pré in Hilary and Jackie (1998), winning the British Independent Film Award for Best Actress for the latter. For her role as Margaret Humphreys in Oranges and Sunshine (2010), she was also nominated for the AACTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
University of Bristol faculties and divisions
| Centre : Colloidal Science | Physical Chemistry |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Arts | Acting, Archaeology, Art History, Arts and Humanities, Cinema and Television, Classical Languages, English, Film, French, German, History, Italian, Latin American Studies, Music, Music Theory and Composition, Musicology, Performing Arts, Philosophy, Portuguese, Religious Studies, Russian, Spanish, Theatre, Theology, Video |
| Faculty : Engineering | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering |
| Faculty : Health Sciences | Biochemistry, Dentistry, Medicine, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Public Health, Veterinary Science |
| Faculty : Life Sciences | Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Neurosciences, Paleontology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Plant Pathology, Psychology, Zoology |
| Faculty : Science | Astrophysics, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Nuclear Physics, Physics, Statistics |
| Faculty : Social Sciences and Law | Accountancy, Criminology, Economics, Education, Finance, International Relations and Diplomacy, International Studies, Law, Management, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Social Policy, Sociology |
| Institute : Heart Studies | Cardiology, Paediatrics |
| Research Division : Advanced Computing | Computer Science |
| Research Division : Communications Research | Communication Studies |
| Research Division : Earthquake Engineering | Geological Engineering, Seismology |
| Research Division : Environmental and Geophysical Flows | Environmental Studies, Geophysics |
| Research Division : Food Refrigeration and Process Engineering | Food Technology, Heating and Refrigeration |
| Research Division : Glaciology | Arctic Studies |
| Research Division : Interface Analysis | Systems Analysis |
| Research Division : Management Research | Management |
| Research Division : Market and Public Organization | Public Administration |
| Research Division : Medical Simulation | Medical Technology |
| Research Division : Medieval Studies | Medieval Studies |
| Research Division : Molecular Recognition | Molecular Biology |
| Research Division : Safety Systems Research | Safety Engineering |
| Research Division : Special Education and Social Welfare | Social Welfare, Special Education |
| Research Division : Synaptic Plasticity | Neurosciences |
General information
| Alternative names | UoB |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1909 |
| Motto | im promovet insitam |
| Colors | red |
Location and contacts
| Address | Beacon House Queens Road Bristol, BS8 1QU United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 567,000 |