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UWE Bristol application deadline for January 2025 is Nov 15, 2024.

About the University of the West of England

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Year of establishment
1992
Also known as
UWE Bristol
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Total foreign students
5282
No. of campus
1
Endowment value
Pound 1 million
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Male/Female ratio
1.21
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Q:   Is it hard to get into UWE Bristol?

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University ofthe West of England is not the most competitive university to get into, as its acceptance rate stands at 70%. This figure tells us that almost 70 out of every 100 applicants manage to get enrolled in the university, which is more than half of all the applicants. Therefore, once an applicant fulfills University of the West of England's admission requirements, ie; competitive grades,  English language requirements (PTE) href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/exams/toefl">TOEFL/PTE) as well as relevant documents, they are most likely to secure an admission in the university. However, students must not take this lightly and apply to UWE Bristol within the deadlines in order to get enrolled as a student for their higher studies.

Q:   What is the application deadline at University of the West of England?

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The application deadline for the University of the West of England may vary programme wise. However, the general deadline for Sep intake is 1 Aug, 2024.

Q:   Is UWE public or private?

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The University of the West of England is a public research university located in Bristol, UK. A lot of students from India choose an array of courses of UWE across multiple disciplines like Robotics, MBAs, Wildlife Filmmaking, Sports and Exercise Psychology.

 

Q:   How much is the University of the West of England application fee?

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The application fee for the University of the West of England is EURO 27.50 (INR 2,473). The applicants need to apply through UCAS or UWE Bristol. However, some programs may have their own application fee.

Q:   What is UWE Bristol's world ranking?

A: 

University of the West of England is not just one of the best universities in UK, but also a part of the top 750 universities in the world.

  • When it comes to UWE's rankings, QS World University Rankings has placed it in the range #741-750 in Best Global Universities.
  • Times Higher Education (THE) has ranked the University of the West of England in the range #501-600 in World University Rankings in the year 2024. UWE also been awarded the rank #101-200 in Impact Rankings and #101-151 in Young University Rankings in the 2023 edition.
  • In US News & World Report, UWE Bristol has secured the ranks #1027 in Best Global Universities,  #399 in Best Global Universities in Europe and #72 in Best Global Universities in the United Kingdom.

UWE Bristol Scholarships 2024

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Q:   Does the University of the West of England offer scholarships for international students?

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Yes, University of the West of England offers generous scholarships to their international students, as a tuition fee remission. Successful candidates are notified in writing and receive the scholarship award letter. UWE Bristol's scholarships for international students are one-off awards and are non-renewable in nature.

Know more about scholarships for Indian students to study in UK.

Q:   Are students allowed to work while studying the University of the West of England?

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Yes, University of the West of England allows international students to work while studying in the university. Students are allowed to work for:

  • 20 hours a week if studying at degree level or above (this includes undergraduate, Masters and PhD courses).
  • 20 hours a week if on a study abroad programme at UWE Bristol.
  • 10 hours per week if studying a course below degree level at UWE Bristol.
  • 10 hours per week if the candidate has immigration permission as a Tier 4 (Child).

Q:   Does the University of the West of England offer scholarships?

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Yes, the University of the West of England offers quite a few scholarships such as Chancellor Scholarship, International Sport Scholarship, GREAT Scholarship etc. Eligible students can apply for the scholarships program.

Q:   Does UWE Bristol offer scholarships to international students?

A: 

The University of the West of England offers scholarships to international students. The details of some of the scholarships for which international students are eligible are given below:

  • Chancellor’s Scholarship: This award allows 50% of the tuition fees. Also, recipients will be required to undertake an internship working within the International Office or other departments, and will be required to undertake ambassadorial activity
  • GREAT Scholarships: This scholarship is applicable to Indian students applying to UWE Bristol. This scholarship offers financial support of a minimum of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK
  • International Students Scholarships: This scholarship is offered by UWE Bristol. As per this scholarship, students are offered £4,000 (first-year only) for students joining the undergraduate courses and postgraduate taught courses

Also Read: Scholarships to Study in UK 

UWE Bristol Admissions 2025

  • Application fees :Pound 20 - 27
  • Type of deadline :Regular
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Q:   What is the acceptance rate of the University of the West of England?

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Based on the ratio of admissions to applications,  University of the West of England's acceptance rate stands at 57%. Since, the stats are on the higher end, we can conclude that UWE Bristol's is a not a very competitive university to get in, as it admits more than half of the applicants. Once an applicant fulfills University of West of England's admission requirements, ie; competitive grades,  English language requirements as well as relevant documents, they are most likely to secure an admission in the university. However, students must not take this lightly and apply to UWE Bristol within the deadlines in order to get enrolled as a student.

Note: The data has been derived from unofficial sources and is subjected to changes.

Q:   How can international students apply to UWE Bristol?

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Undergraduate Courses: University of the West of England accepts international undergraduate applications either through UCAS or through an agent.

Postgraduate Courses: Postgraduate students can apply to UWE Bristol through the Application Portal available on the university's website or through an agent.

Q:   Which documents do I need while applying to UWE Bristol?

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University of the West of England accepts international undergraduate applications either through UCAS or through an agent. Postgraduate students can apply to UWE Bristol through the Application Portal available on the university's website or through an agent. While applying to the university, students are required to submit the following documents:

  • Official academic marksheets/transcripts;
  • Official English language exam scores;
  • Financial documents;
  • Student visa; and
  • Copy of passport.

Q:   How long does it take to get CAS from UWE?

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CAS is issued at least 3 months before the course starts for new students at UWE Bristol. It is advisable to be ready to make an application for UK Student Visa in order to get a CAS. The CAS is a virtual document that confirms that an institute is willing to act as your educational sponsor.

Q:   How can Indian undergraduate students get into the University of the West of England?

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University of the West of England accepts country-specific qualifications from Indian undergraduate students and they must be fulfilled by the applicants in order to secure an enrollment in UWE Bristol. These entry requirements comprise of the following:

  • Higher Secondary School Certificate/Indian School Certificate (standard XII) from the following boards CBSE/CISCE/WBCHSEB with 65% & above including grade C in at least five subjects; and
  • Higher Secondary School Certificate/Indian School Certificate - Standard XII from CBSE/CISCE/WBCHSEB: English Language - 70% & above.

UWE Bristol Fees

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MBA/PGDM(20 courses)
INR 14 L - 19 L
Duration12 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 58 - 62, Duolingo: 120 & Above
M.Sc.(19 courses)
INR 14 L - 18 L
Duration12 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 58 - 62, Duolingo: 120 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(27 courses)
INR 14 L - 17 L
Duration12 months-5 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 6.5, PTE: 50 - 51
MS(31 courses)
INR 14 L - 35 L
Duration12-18 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 58 - 62, Duolingo: 120 & Above
LL.M.(4 courses)
INR 11 L - 16 L
Duration12 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, PTE: 62 & Above
B.Sc.(17 courses)
INR 14 L - 17 L
Duration3-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7, PTE: 50 - 51
BBA(17 courses)
INR 14 L - 16 L
Duration3-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, PTE: 50 & Above
B.A.(21 courses)
INR 15 L - 17 L
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7, PTE: 51 & Above
M.A.(12 courses)
INR 14 L - 17 L
Duration12-18 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE: 58 - 62, TOEFL: 90 & Above
PG Certificate(14 courses)
INR 16 L
Duration12 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 62 & Above
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Q:   Is studying in University of the West of England expensive?

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University of the West of England programs comprise of a vast number of undergraduate as well as graduate courses for international students, in fields such as Arts & Humanities, Business & Management, Engineering & Technology, Life Sciences & Medicine, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences & Management.  The annual tuition fees required to pursue a degree course at UWE Bristol is around 15L on an average, which can be considered affordable as a study abroad option. Students can refer to the table listed below for course specific fees requirements:

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
MS (31 courses)
INR 13 L - 18 L
MS4 / B.Tech (27 courses)
INR 14 L - 15 L
MIM (19 courses)
INR 14 L - 16 L
B.Sc. (17 courses)
INR 14 L - 15 L
MBA/PGDM (1 course)
INR 17 L

Q:   What are UWE Bristol's English language requirements?

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University of the West of England's admission requirements for international students comprise of proof of proficiency in the English language as a major entry requirement. UWE Bristol accepts major English proficiency exam scores and students can refer to the table below for the minimum score requirements according to the degree of choice:

English Proficiency ExamUG Minimum Score RequirementsPG Minimum Score Requirements
IELTS

Overall score of 6.0

(with no less than 5.5 in each band)

Overall score of 6.5

(with no less than 5.5 in each band)

TOEFL

Overall score of 80

(Listening: 17

Writing: 17

Reading: 18

Speaking: 20)

Overall score of 90

(Listening: 17

Writing: 17

Reading: 18

Speaking: 20)

PTE

Overall score of 50

(with no communicative skills below 51)

Overall score of 62

(with no communicative skills below 51)

Q:   Can Indian students study in University of the West of England without ELP scores?

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University of the West of England's admission requirements for international students comprise of proof of proficiency in the English language as a major entry requirement. However, Indian students can get enrolled in UWE Bristol without English proficiency exam scores if they meet the criteria listed below as the university accepts country-specific qualifications as well.

  • Higher Secondary School Certificate/Indian School Certificate – Standard XII from CBSE/CISCE/WBCHSEB with English Language – 70% & Above.

Note: Qualifications mentioned above must have been completed within the last three years.

Q:   What are UWE Bristol's entry requirements for Indian graduate students?

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University of the West of England accepts country-specific qualifications from Indian graduate students and they must be fulfilled by the applicants in order to secure an enrollment in UWE Bristol. These entry requirements comprise of the following:

  • 48% for a three-four year degree, 45% from a five-year degree; or
  • Section 2 - 55% for all degrees; or
  • Section 3 - 60% for all degrees; and
  • Higher Secondary School Certificate/Indian School Certificate - Standard XII from CBSE/CISCE/WBCHSEB: English Language - 70% & above.

Q:   What are the entry requirements for UWE Bristol for Indian students?

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UWE Bristol admission requirements for Indian students vary as per the course levels. These admission requirements are given below:

  • Undergraduate: The applicants are required to have completed Class 12 qualification from CBSE / CISCE / WBCHSEB with 65% including Grade C in at least five subjects. Applicants who have done Class 12 from other state boards should contact the International Development Office
  • Postgraduate: In general, the applicants are required to have a 3 or 4-year bachelor’s degree. But, do check the minimum requirements to take admission

UWE Bristol
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Tips: The cost of living in Bristol is high compared to other places in the UK. However, it is manageable and university is very good in terms of academics, faculty, and courses. And Bristol is a great place to find part-time opportunities. There are a lot of part-time jobs available. And plenty of post-graduation job opportunities as well.
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Tips: The university is a very friendly place, and I feel fortunate to be here. I'm taking international management, which is the best course for me. The faculty is great, and they are very helpful. Before I even arrived in the UK, they created a group to help me connect with other students. I attended several career fairs at my university. The fairs were very helpful, and I was able to secure a job in the UK. Six out of ten companies offer sponsor visas, and there are many larger companies available to provide the best jobs for us. This was a great opportunity for me.
Likes (Public transportation): The transportation here is so easy. You can get a bus from anywhere to the university. It's accessible all the time, and it's the cheapest thing ever. It costs so little if you buy a monthly pass, and you also get a student discount. It works so well.
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Placements 2024

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Microsoft
Colgate Palmolive
Samsung
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Intel
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UWE Bristol Rankings 2024

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Q:   What is the University of the West of England's ranking?

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University of the West of England is not just one of the best universities in UK, but also a part of the top 750 universities in the world. Students can refer to the table below for UWE Bristol's global rankings:

Ranking Body, Category & YearUniversity of New South Wales's Rankings

QS World University Rankings - Best Global Universities 2024

#741-750

US News & World Report - Best Global Universities 2024

#1027

US News & World Report - Best Global Universities in Europe 2024

#399

US News & World Report - Best Global Universities in United Kingdom 2024

#72
Times Higher Education - World University Rankings 2024#501-600
Times Higher Education - Young University Rankings 2023#101-150
Times Higher Education - Impact Rankings 2023#101-200

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UWE Notable Alumni

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Q:   How many alumni does University of the West of England have?

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The University of West England has a strong alumni network of more than 149,562 alumni members all over the globe. UWE Bristol graduates are working for top companies such as Google, Deloitte, EY, Dyson, Salesforce, JLL, and more. UWE alumni network includes various famous personalities, leaders, innovators, dreamers, mentors, and game changers. Some of the notable alumni are Bear Grylls, David Fisher, Miranda Hart, Jessica Raine, and more. Furthermore, UWE Birstol's graduates are highly skilled in:

 

Q:   Who are the notable alumni of University of the West of England?

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The University of West England has a vast alumni network of over 149,562 members who are working all over the world. UWE graduates are working in leading sectors such as Business Development, Operations, Education, Engineering, Information Technology, and more. Some of the notable alumni of University of the West England are as follows:

  • Bear Grylls
  • David Fisher
  • Silas Adekunle and Samantha Cameron
  • Miranda Hart
  • Jessica Raine
  • Adjoa Andoh
  • CY Leung
  • David Knopfler
  • Samantha Cameron
  • Weruche Opia
  • Teo Nie Ching
  • Simon Shaw
  • Rob Hopkins
  • Tessa Hadley
  • Dawn Primarolo

A graphical representation of top organizations where UWE graduates work is as follows:

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FAQs

Q:   How many international students study in the University of the West of England?

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University of the West England is a public university situated in Bristol, England, UK. Currently, UWE Bristol hosts a thriving international community of students from over 140 countries worldwide. It is home to a total of more than 30,000 students, including 6,000 international students and is one of the largest providers of higher education in the South West.

Q:   Is UWE a good university for international students?

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The University of West of England has a thriving international community of students from over 140 countries worldwide. Full-time students at UWE are more than 30,000 for the 2022/23 academic year. The number of international students at the university is above 8,500. Furthermore, 91% of UWE graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation.

Q:   When can international students start applying to the University of the West of England?

A: 

University of the West of England accepts international undergraduate applications either through UCAS or through an agent. Postgraduate students can apply to UWE Bristol through the Application Portal available on the university's website or through an agent. International students can refer to the listings below for important dates and deadlines:

  • UCAS Applications Open: January, 2024
  • UCAS Final Deadline: June-End, 2024
  • Application for postgraduate courses are now open.
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The University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) has the following entry requirements for its Master of Business Administration (MBA) program: 


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The score for IELTS requirement may vary from subject to subject. However international Indian students can appear for tests like IELTS, TOEFL, and show class XII English subject marks (70%) for English language proficiency.

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The University of the West of England requirements vary programme wise. The courses offered have their own requirements, deadlines and criteria. Students must contact the programme specific department.

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The deadline for admissions at the University of the West of England for Sep intake is 1 Aug,2024.

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