Summary
The University of Bristol is a research-intensive institution founded in 1876. Offering a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, Bristol has a reputation for academic excellence with a welcoming, diverse and supportive environment. The university is home to world-class facilities, from ultra-modern laboratories to historic libraries. The campus is situated at the heart of Bristol, a lively and green city in South West England.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate72%Postgraduate28%
Study mode
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Full-time94%Part-time6%
Student population
- More than 25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK73%International22%EU5%
Student gender
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Male 45%Female 55%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2025
Overall ranking
16th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000795 79%16th
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Entry standards
/ Max 212174 82%17th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.01 75%101st
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Research quality
/ Max 43.51 88%4th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.67 67%23rd
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Academic services spend
/ Max 33251786 54%69th
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2226856 38%29th
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.313.919th
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Continuation
/ Max 10097.4 97%8th
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Graduate prospects 鈥� outcomes
/ Max 10085.4 85%19th
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Graduate prospects 鈥� on track
/ Max 10078.1 78%42nd
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Subject League Tables 2025
- Accounting & Finance
- Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering
- Anthropology
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business & Management Studies
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Classics
- Computer Science
- Dentistry
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Education
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- French
- General Engineering
- Geography & Environmental Science
- Geology
- German
- History
- History of Art, Architecture & Design
- Iberian Languages
- Italian
- Law
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medicine
- Music
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Philosophy
- Physics & Astronomy
- Politics
- Psychology
- Russian & East European Languages
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Theology & Religious Studies
- Veterinary Medicine
Overall ranking
15th out of 103
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10094.2 94%15th
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Entry standards
/ Max 227158 69%16th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.09 77%62nd
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Research quality
/ Max 43.18 80%25th
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Continuation
/ Max 10097.1 97%15th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10088.0 88%6th
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Campus locations
Study options
Discover degree options and the different types of courses at this university.
Frequently asked questions
With so many course combinations to choose from, you're bound to find the right one for you. The University of Bristol is proud of its high-quality teaching and facilities; find it on our league table to see where it ranks and how its strengths can help your university experience. Bristol will help you develop valuable employability and life skills by offering courses that can be taken with a placement or internship, opportunities to broaden your experience by going overseas, and a wide variety of clubs and societies to join.
A degree is a fantastic way to explore subjects you are interested in more in-depth and to work in a field that interests you after graduation. If you are keen to stay in education, an undergraduate degree means you can go on to a master's degree or a PhD to become an expert in your field of interest.
A wide range of accommodation options are available throughout Bristol. Residences have a variety of room types. There are also designated flats for students with specific living preferences or requirements such as single-sex, no alcohol, quiet, mature or LGBT+ students.