University of Bristol
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University of Bristol is in Bristol, United Kingdom. Tuition for international students: £29,300–£34,700 (≈ US$38,800–46,000) per year (2027-28 figure). Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88. Scholarships: 1 from the university.
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition £34,700 per year (≈ US$46,000) (varies by programme) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 1 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. |
| Chances of admission | Reference: A-level grades A*AA including Mathematics (typical offer, BSc Economics). |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: Oct 15 (UCAS early deadline) Last round: Late applications, Jun 30. |
| Where and how students live | Bristol · 11 km from BRS airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Guaranteed |
| Working while studying | Degree-level full-time students at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance may work part-time in term-time (max 20 hours a week) and full-time during vacations. |
| After graduation | Graduate visa: 2 years if applying on or before 31 December 2026; 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027 (3 years for PhD/doctoral). |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Financial aid & requirements for international students
| Merit scholarships | Yes — international students can receive merit scholarships (reference)Sources (3)“These scholarships are for applicants with overseas fee status who have applied for an eligible undergraduate or master's course.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Think Big undergraduate scholarships are valued at £6,500 and £13,000 for up to four years of study.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Question 1 asks you about your achievements: we want to hear about any special skills and achievements, beyond your academic studies, that highlight your ambition and how you made a difference.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| English proficiency | English test required unless an exemption appliesSources (2)“You need to achieve the required level of English to qualify for a place on your chosen course or programme.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“If you are from, or have studied in, an English-speaking country, you may not need to provide additional evidence of your English language ability.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Yes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offeredSources (2)“Our pre-sessional courses are suitable for international students with a range of language abilities. They will provide both conditional and unconditional students with the best possible preparation for their Bristol studies.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“If your undergraduate or postgraduate offer letter specifies an English language profile, you should refer to the relevant table below. This table will tell you which pre-sessional course you need to apply for. You will need to fully engage with the course to reach the required English language profile.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Degree programmes taught in English | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
Scholarships for first-year students
Think Big Undergraduate Scholarships
£6,500–£13,000 (≈ US$8,600–17,200) / year
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: £6,500–£13,000 (≈ US$8,600–17,200) / year
- Renewal: Renewable — up to 4 years
- Deadline: Mar 19
Sources (4)
“Think Big undergraduate scholarships are valued at £6,500 and £13,000 for up to four years of study.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“These scholarships are for applicants with overseas fee status who have applied for an eligible undergraduate or master's course.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“For undergraduate awards, we apply the tuition fee discount each year you pay full fees. This is up to a maximum of four years. We will renew your scholarship each year. This is as long as you make satisfactory progress (an average mark of above 50% each year).”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“The application deadline is 19 March 2027 at 1 pm UK time.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | BSc Computer Science: BSc Computer Science · 3 years Source (2)“BSc Computer Science”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Programme duration 3 year(s) full-time.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12BSc Economics: BSc Economics · 3 years Source (2)“BSc Economics”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Programme duration 3 year(s) full-time.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12BSc Mathematics: BSc Mathematics · 3 years Source (2)“BSc Mathematics”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Programme duration 3 year(s) full-time.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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| Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum) | BSc Computer Science: A-level grades A*AA including A* in Mathematics — typical offer Source (1)“A-level standard offer A*AA including A* in Mathematics”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12BSc Computer Science: IB Diploma points 38 points, 18 at Higher Level — typical offer Source (1)“38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations)”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12BSc Economics: A-level grades A*AA including Mathematics — typical offer Source (1)“A-level standard offer A*AA including Mathematics”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12BSc Economics: IB Diploma points 38 points, 18 at Higher Level — typical offer Source (1)“38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including Mathematics with either 6 at Higher Level (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 7 at Standard Level (Analysis and Approaches)”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12BSc Mathematics: A-level grades A*A*A — typical offer BSc Mathematics: IB Diploma points 40 points, 18 at Higher Level — typical offer Source (1)“40 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and 6 at Higher Level in another mathematics-related subject.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required Source (1)“You need to achieve the required level of English to qualify for a place on your chosen course or programme.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Required Source (1)“Academic references should be provided by a personal tutor from the applicant's school or college.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required (reference) Source (1)“To assess an application, we require the following information: a full academic history from age 16 onwards, including details of any retakes or uncompleted qualifications”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (September 2027 entry)
| UCAS early deadline — Application | Oct 15 (reference)Source (1)“If you're applying for a medicine, dentistry or veterinary course, the deadline is 15 October 2026 (6 pm, UK time) for entry the following year.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| UCAS equal-consideration deadline — Application | Jan 13Source (2)“The equal consideration deadline for undergraduate applications is 13 January 2027 (6 pm, UK time) in your planned entry year.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“01 September 2026 Completed UCAS undergraduate applications can be submitted to UCAS.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Late applications — Application | Jun 30Source (1)“The final deadline for all international undergraduate applications is 30 June.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | BSc Computer Science: £34,700 per year (≈ US$46,000) (2027–28 figure) BSc Economics: £29,300 per year (≈ US$38,800) (2027–28 figure) BSc Mathematics: £32,500 per year (≈ US$43,100) (2027–28 figure) |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | £1,401 per month (≈ US$1,900) (2025–26 figure) |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Health insurance rule for the student visa | Student visa applicants must pay the immigration healthcare surcharge as part of the visa application; the amount depends on visa length. |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | £1,171–£1,529 per month (≈ US$1,600–2,000) (reference) |
Sources (9)
“International students, £34,700 for the first year.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“2027/28 £34,700”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“International students, £29,300 for the first year.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“2027/28 £29,300”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“International students, £32,500 for the first year.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“2027/28 £32,500”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“As a guide, in 2025/26, the average monthly living costs for undergraduate University of Bristol students were £1,401.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“You’ll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your application. How much you pay depends on how long your visa lasts.”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“£1,529 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses in London £1,171 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.
Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Guaranteed Source (2)“You will get a University room offer if you meet the terms of our accommodation guarantee.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“You will be offered a room with a tenancy starting in September 2026 if you are: an undergraduate student in first year of study”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| Years of guaranteed campus housing | 1 (reference) Source (1)“You will be offered a room with a tenancy starting in September 2026 if you are: an undergraduate student in first year of study”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Housing available during breaks | Yes Source (1)“Tenancies for the full academic year start in September. They are between 38 and 51 weeks long. Vacations at the end of teaching block 1 and teaching block 2 are included.”www.bristol.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Degree-level full-time students at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance may work part-time in term-time (max 20 hours a week) and full-time during vacations. government rule Source (1)“Full-time course at degree level or above Then the following work is permitted: - part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week) - full-time during vacations, including the period before the course starts”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 20 government rule Source (1)“- part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week)”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Graduate visa: 2 years if applying on or before 31 December 2026; 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027 (3 years for PhD/doctoral). government rule Source (1)“2 years if you apply on or before 31 December 2026 18 months if you apply on or after 1 January 2027 If you have a PhD or other doctoral qualification, it will last for 3 years.”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
Location
| City / state | Bristol |
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| Nearest major airport | Bristol Airport (BRS), about 11 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q459506 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).