QS Top Universities: Schools

University College, Bristol opened in October 1876 with two professors, five lecturers and 99 students. It was the first college in the country to admit men and women on an equal footing. The University's reputation grew steadily throughout the 1930s, it became known as an institution with formidable academic strengths and an unshakeable commitment to quality - characteristics that are just as apparent now.

The University organises its academic affairs in some 45 departments and 15 research centers which are arranged in art, engineering, science, medicine & dentistry, medical &veterinary science, social science& law faculties. Bristol has a diverse range of academic subjects on offer to prospective students, 46 in total. The level of support for the students is high and many achieve the high standards on which the University's reputation is built.

The University is internationally distinguished and one of the very best in the UK, thanks to its outstanding staff, superb facilities and talented students. the University’s longstanding reputation for great teaching and internationally distinguished research. No wonder the University of Bristol is at the top of the popularity stakes.

The university is located in the heart of Bristol, one of the UK's most beautiful and inspiring cities. Most of our 370 buildings are located in the heart of this lively, creative, multicultural city. A short stroll from the University precinct down Park Street with its stylish shops will take you to Bristol's beautiful Harbourside. There you will find all kinds of diversions, from boats to bars and from cinemas to street art.It's also a very lively place with a vibrant cultural and social scene. the university is truly international, with students from over 100 countries, meaning the university benefits from an extraordinary diverse culture.

Faculty

Number of Faculty Staff	FTE: 2,122
Total number of academic faculty staff who are responsible for planning, directing and undertaking teaching only, research only or both teaching and research. Please include: vice-chancellors, deputy vice-chancellors, principals, professors, heads of school, associate professors, principal lecturers and tutors. Please exclude research assistants, PhD students who contribute to teaching, and exchange scholars or visiting professors who are members of another university. FAQ: How is research assistant defined?
Number of International Faculty Staff	FTE: 599
Number of academic faculty staff who are of foreign nationality. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even if from another EU state. In Hong Kong, this includes professors from Mainland China. Inclusion and exclusion mirrors those for academic faculty staff.

Undergraduate Information

Number of Undergraduate Students	FTE: 12,451
Number of students pursuing a Bachelor’s level or equivalent degree. This excludes certificates/diplomas and associate’s degrees.
Number of International Undergraduate Students	FTE: 1,289
Number of undergraduate students who are foreign nationals. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. Please exclude all exchange students.

Graduate / Postgraduate Information

Number of Graduate / Postgraduate Students	FTE: 3,674
Students pursuing a higher-level degree (Master and Doctorate), including both taught and research postgraduates (e.g. PhD students)
Number of International Graduate Students	FTE: 1,439
Number of graduate / postgraduate students who are foreign nationals. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China.
Average Domestic Graduate / Postgraduate Fees	£ GBP 13,100
Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for a graduate / postgraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?

Students

Total Students	Headcount: 23,630 FTE: 15,818
Total number of students.
Total International Students	Headcount: 3,735 FTE: 2,471
Number of students who are foreign nationals. The term ‘international’ is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China.
Average Domestic Student Fees	£ GBP 14,000
Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for any program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?

Graduate Output

Proportion of Graduates Employed	88%
Proportion of graduates (excluding those opting to pursue further study) in permanent employment within 6 months of graduation
Number of PhDs Awarded	410
Total number of PhDs awarded in the last 12 months

Main claims to international academic or non-academic excellence

Bristol is one of the top 10 universities in the UK , renowned for excellence in both teaching and research. With academic staff of international standing, it strives for excellence at the forefront of research and higher education. The University is committed to independent enquiry, which allows students and staff to pursue their ideas with rigour and integrity, together with a high-quality learning experience. In the 2001 Research Assessment Exercise, Bristol achieved the top rating of 5 or 5* in 78% of its departments, demonstrating the environment of international-class research.The University is located in the centre of the City of Bristol, less than a mile from the original medieval waterfront. Within easy walking distance, the city centre has shopping precincts, international restaurants and food stores, as well as theatres cinemas, museums, concert halls and other entertainment centres. Life in Bristol is relaxed, with a vibrant youth culture in which the University students participate enthusiastically to complement their studies.The University is one of the most competitive in the UK for domestic students. International students holding appropriate qualifications do not, however, have to compete for places in most departments, and applications from suitably qualified candidates are welcomed.Accommodation in single study bedrooms is guaranteed for all international students who accept before the deadline in mid-July. Bristol has very popular and convenient Postgraduate residences, where social life and study happen alongside each other.Bristol has its own international airport, with links to continental Europe in Amsterdam and Paris. Many international students choose to take long-haul flights to these cities with an onward connection to Bristol, avoiding the queues at the London airports. The taxi ride from the airport costs around £15. Transport from the London airports is easy, with a choice of bus or train, costing around £30. The city is 90 minutes by rail from London.