Partner university · Bristol, United Kingdom

University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol)

A large modern university on the edge of Bristol, well regarded for architecture, engineering, business and health, with strong industry placement provision.

GESCO is listed as an official representative on the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol)'s website
QS World #761-770QS World Rankings 2027
Founded 1970Public university
28,990Students

About the university

Why students choose the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol)

A large modern university on the edge of Bristol, well regarded for architecture, engineering, business and health, with strong industry placement provision.

Both direct entry and foundation or pathway routes are available here. If your grades or English score fall short of direct admission, the pathway route is a genuine alternative to waiting a year.

Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.

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University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol)

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Entry requirements

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Tawjihi

The Tawjihi/High School Diploma with 75% is accepted for UWE Bristol's Art and Design foundation degrees; for other courses, students can take an international foundation or international year one at the UWE International College.

International College

Successful completion of the international foundation or international year one gives guaranteed entry to a UWE Bristol degree.

Community College Diploma

A 2 or 3-year Community College Diploma with an overall GPA of 2.7 out of 4 is considered for undergraduate entry.

Master's

A bachelor's with a GPA of 2.5 out of 4 or 65% is considered; lower grades may be considered with suitable work experience.

PhD

Holders of a master's degree are eligible to apply for PhD study.

Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.

Fees and scholarships

What the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) costs

International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.

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Programmes

Popular courses at the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol)

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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.

How it works

Your application to the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol), step by step

  1. 1

    Free consultation

    We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) is realistic.

  2. 2

    Choose your course and route

    Direct entry if you meet the grades, or the foundation route if you are not there yet.

  3. 3

    Application and offer

    We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.

  4. 4

    Scholarship check

    We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.

  5. 5

    Student visa

    Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.

  6. 6

    Arrival

    Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.

Questions

Studying at the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol): common questions

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Can I apply to the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) with the Tawjihi?

The Tawjihi/High School Diploma with 75% is accepted for UWE Bristol's Art and Design foundation degrees; for other courses, students can take an international foundation or international year one at the UWE International College.

Does the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) offer scholarships to international students?

Yes. International Student Scholarship (Up to GBP 4,000 (first year only)). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.

Is there a foundation route into the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol)?

Yes. If your grades or English do not yet meet direct entry, a foundation or pathway programme leads into the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol).

Where is the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol)?

The University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) is in Bristol, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1970.

Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol)?

The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) directly and is listed as an official representative on the university's website. Ask us about any service fees before you start.

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Interested in the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol)?

Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.

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  • No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so

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