About University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)
The University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) is a public research university, located in and around Bristol in England that received university status in 1992. UWE Bristol is made up of several campuses in Greater Bristol. The Frenchay Campus is the largest campus in terms of student numbers as most of its courses are based here. The city campus provides courses in the creative and cultural industries and is made up of Bower Ashton Studios, Arnolfini, Spike Island, and Watershed. Frenchay Campus and Glenside Campus are home to most of the Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences, with a further Adult Nursing cohort based at Gloucester Campus. In 2018, the Teaching Excellence Framework awarded the university Gold. At UWE Bristol, we’re focused on solving future global challenges through outstanding learning, world-leading research and a culture of enterprise. Here, we empower our students to make a choice. To choose a university that pushes itself as much as it pushes them. To choose a community of original thinkers - breaking new boundaries and leading the way. 2255
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Key facts and institutional overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) |
| Established | Institute Type | 1595 (origins); university status since 1992 |
| Approved By | Privy Council / UK higher education regulatory |
| Accredited By | Relevant professional and statutory bodies vary by programme |
| NIRF Rank | () |
| Entrance Exam | No common university-wide entrance exam |
| Popular Courses | Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Architecture, Law, Health and Social Care |
| Application Mode | apply through UWE Bristol's international application process |
| Admission Criteria | Entry requirements vary by programme |
| Official Website | https://www.uwe.ac.uk/ |
| Helpdesk | +44 (0)117 965 6261 |
| Address | Frenchay Campus, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol, BS16 1QY, United Kingdom |
| International Collaborations | UWE Bristol has international partnerships and collaborative relationships with universities and institutions worldwide, supporting student exchange, study-abroad and academic collaboration |
| Centres of Excellence | UWE Bristol has specialist research and innovation centres covering areas including engineering, robotics, health, sustainability, business, creative industries and applied research |
| Patents | UWE Bristol undertakes applied research and innovation activities, with intellectual-property development and commercialisation supported through its research and enterprise activities |
| Awards | UWE Bristol has received recognition across teaching, student experience, sustainability, research and professional education, with programme-specific and institutional awards over time |
| Placement Details | UWE Bristol offers work-integrated learning, placements, internships and industry engagement across many programmes, with strong links to employers in Bristol and the wider region |
University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) Infrastructure
Campus infrastructure and facilities overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Campus | Frenchay Campus, City Campus and Glenside Campus |
| Library | Libraries with extensive print and digital collections, study areas and academic resources |
| Computer Lab | Computer suites and specialist IT facilities |
| Engineering Lab | Specialist engineering laboratories, workshops and technical facilities |
| Science Lab | Specialist science laboratories and teaching facilities |
| Health Facilities | Clinical and healthcare simulation facilities for health-related programmes |
| Sports Complex | Centre for Sport with gym, fitness facilities, sports halls and outdoor sports areas |
| Accomodation | University student accommodation across and near its campuses |
| Transport Facilities | Campus transport links, cycle facilities and parking provisions |
Admission
Course-wise eligibility and selection process
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Process |
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| No admission data available. | ||
