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A PLACE
OF AMAZING
STORIES
2022 Undergraduate prospectus
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our amazing stories
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amazing-stories
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The Bristol difference
2 Doing things differently
4 Don’t just take our word for it
6 Your story starts here
An innovative education
8 Big questions and lightbulb moments
10 Research-led teaching
12 Living wall, Voronoi and bucky ball
14 World-class campus
16 Aerospace, animals and awards
18 Your career begins here
20 Real-world experience
22 New horizons, global perspectives
An amazing city
24 Offbeat, one-off and on the rise
26 City of surprises
28 Our location
30 Your home from home
Putting you frst
34 Skydiving, socialising and support
36 Wellbeing
38 Discover your potential
40 From Tai Chi to TEDx
42 Keep ft, make friends, fnd your focus
Finding the right course
44 Focus, specialise and explore
46 Choosing your course
48 Find your passion
50 Our courses
Further information
66 Applying to Bristol
68 Your application and offer
70 Finance and fees
72 Bursaries and scholarships
74 Explore Bristol and fnd out more
76 Clifton campus map
1
DOING THINGS
DIFFERENTLY
Our research has global We take a holistic We’re part of a
impact and this feeds our approach to brilliant city.
innovative teaching. your wellbeing.
Bristol academics bring their work Your time at Bristol will expand We’ve absorbed and infuenced
to life in our frst-rate facilities. your horizons, enhance your Bristol’s restless and independent
We’ll challenge you to consider the skills and build your resilience. spirit for more than a century.
big questions facing our world From advice on managing Our collaborations with industry
by contributing to research and fnances, to peer mentoring and and local partners directly
learning skills that will help you ideas for keeping physically infuence your undergraduate
identify and thrive in your career. and mentally well, our range of experience, giving your studies
support will help you realise real-life relevance.
your full potential.
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We’re taking a stand We’re studying our history
on climate change. and striving to be the
institution we want to be.
As one of the frst UK universities to We are confronting our past,
declare a climate emergency we aim to understanding how it infuenced us,
play a key role in combatting climate and moving forwards as an inclusive,
change and this is refected in a range welcoming and diverse organisation.
of initiatives on campus. Our world- Through new initiatives such as the
renowned Cabot Institute brings Black Bristol Scholarship Programme,
together more than 600 experts from and our established contextual offer
multiple disciplines who are working scheme, we aim to address issues
together to research solutions to affecting society so that all students
environmental challenges. Find out feel welcomed, supported, and heard.
more at bristol.ac.uk/green
3
DON’T
JUST TAKE
OUR WORD
FOR IT
9th
university in the UK
3rd
most cultural and
(QS World University Rankings, 2021) creative city in the UK
(European Commission, 2019)
1st
UK university to declare
a climate emergency
(bristol.ac.uk/green)
4
94.5%
of graduates are in work or
further study 15 months
afer graduation
(Graduate Outcomes survey 2020)
2nd
most sustainable
7,235
international students
city in the world from 140 different
(Condé Nast Traveller, 2020) countries
9th
for teaching in Europe
198
COVID -19 research
(THE Europe Teaching Rankings, 2019) projects
5
YOUR STORY STARTS HERE 6
‘Join us to embark on an exciting journey
of personal discovery, to broaden your
horizons and discover the reach of your
own potential. Our diverse and
supportive community will be with you
every step of the way as you explore
the outstanding experience Bristol can
offer. I hope I shall have the pleasure of
welcoming you to our University.’
Professor Hugh Brady Vice-Chancellor and President
Become part of a world-leading university You’ll live and study in the heart of Bristol, one
that does things a bit differently. of Europe’s most exciting and creative cities.
The city will infuence and inform your studies and
Join us as we aim to tackle some of the world’s you’ll fnd a world of opportunities right outside
greatest challenges through innovative research and the lecture theatre.
teaching. Our courses will expand and deepen
your interests and open your eyes to new passions In this guide we will share with you some of our
and opportunities. Our curriculum is designed amazing stories – from the people and places
to empower you to make meaningful contributions that make us unique – and we hope they inspire
to society, question inequalities and give you the you to visit us, ask questions, and fnd your
competitive edge whatever the future holds. focus at Bristol.
7
BIG QUESTIONS AND LIGHTBULB MOMENTS At Bristol, we’ll challenge you to experiment, make mistakes and leave your comfort zone. You’ll be empowered to ask the big questions – and equipped to find the answers. 8
Find your own path
Teaching at Bristol is not one-size-fts-
all. Our inspiring teachers are passionate
about their subjects, so you’ll get the
latest knowledge and the skills you need.
But we’ll also support you to explore
your own interests, refect on your
values and develop your ambitions for
the future. Everyone’s welcome in our
diverse student community, where you’ll
learn from the different perspectives
of your peers.
We encourage you to become an
independent thinker, take ownership of
your learning and engage beyond
the classroom. Many courses include
optional units, project work or
interdisciplinary collaboration, and
there’s a world of extracurricular
opportunities to enhance your degree,
including fexible online courses.
Real-world relevance
Our teaching ensures you get the
best education and empowers you to
make a difference in a complex and
changing world. You’ll engage with your
subject in the classroom and online,
independently and collaboratively. Our
curriculum is informed by research
and industry, uses innovative teaching
methods, and connects with real-world
issues. This means our courses stay
relevant and prepare you for the future,
wherever you want to go.
9Research-led
teaching
Bristol degrees are
built around our latest
research and taught
by expert academics.
As a member of the Russell Group,
Bristol is one of the UK’s leading
research-intensive universities. Our
academics work on pioneering research
across a wide range of subjects, fnding
innovative solutions to the world’s
most pressing problems. This translates
into fascinating course content,
up-to-the-minute teaching, and the
chance to be taught by experts at the
forefront of their felds.
Through our research-led curriculum, ‘I love being taught by the researchers
you’ll get an insight into how your subject whose books are our required
relates to real-world applications. Our
researchers cross subject boundaries to
reading. It’s amazing to be told that
make breakthroughs. In the same way, a professor is the definitive expert
you’ll gain deep knowledge of your own in a field and to be able to ask them
subject but also learn how it connects questions whenever you like.’
to other disciplines. You might have the
opportunity to work alongside our Sophie BSc Sociology
academics on research projects, getting
hands-on experience and practical
knowledge of your subject.
10To read all about
our amazing stories
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amazing-stories
Children of the 90s
This multi-generational research project
has been collecting and studying
health data from families since the early
1990s. It’s the most detailed study of
its kind in the world.
So far, the project has published more
than 2,000 papers on a vast range of
topics such as diet and ftness, parenting
patterns, autism, allergies and self-harm
and the impact of genes, environment
and major life events on physical and
mental health. The data has contributed
to breakthroughs, with big impacts on
science and policy.
During 2020, participants helped
researchers understand more
about COVID -19 by completing
questionnaires, taking antibody tests
and reporting symptoms.
The study will continue to follow
participants throughout their lives, as
well as the next generation – the
Children of the Children of the 90s.
11LIVING WALL VORONOI AND BUCKY BALL ‘I fell in love with the architecture – I loved the buildings, I loved the way the city moved. Now the Maths building’s finished, I absolutely love it. I feel very proud to walk in there.’ Amber BSc Mathematics 12
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In the heart of Bristol Space to unwind
Our University is integrated into the city. You’ll fnd plenty of places on campus to
Most buildings sit together in our Clifton take a break between classes. Wander
campus, a quiet and green area, so you through the tranquil Royal Fort Gardens,
can easily walk or cycle between lectures discover surprising art installations
and libraries. Some of Bristol’s best in our courtyards, and enjoy views over
shops, cafés, bars and museums are on the city. Our Bristol SU Living Rooms
the doorstep, and regular buses connect provide calm spaces to relax and connect
the campus to other parts of town. with others.
Historic meets modern Our new campus
Each of our buildings has a distinctive Across the city from Clifton, we are
architecture and character. The Grade developing a new campus dedicated to
II-listed Fry Building, recently refurbished collaboration and discovery. The Temple
to house the School of Mathematics, Quarter Enterprise Campus is part of one
features a dynamic Voronoi patterned of Europe’s biggest urban regeneration
sunscreen. Arts and humanities programmes and its teaching and
students take classes on leafy Woodland research will focus on digital, business
Road, in Victorian villas connected by and social innovation.
glass pavilions.
Newer additions to the Bristol skyline
include the Life Sciences Building, with
its living wall, aluminium facade and
full-height atrium. Across the street, on
the roof of our Nanoscience and Explore our campus at
Quantum Information Centre, you’ll see bristol.ac.uk/virtual-tour
the ‘bucky ball’ dome lit up after dark.
13World-class
campus
The University continually invests
in state-of-the-art facilities, resources
and technology, so you’ll have
everything you need for teaching
and independent study.
Teaching facilities Study space
Most science and engineering courses Our nine University libraries house more
include laboratory practicals, and all our than 1.4 million volumes of printed books
labs are fully equipped for hands-on and journals – the largest academic
exploration. Some of Bristol’s outstanding collection in south-west England. There
facilities include our chemistry labs, are study spaces across the University
certifed as a Centre for Excellence in for quiet study or group working, some
Teaching and Learning; Hack Space, of which are open 24/7. You’ll have
allowing creative experimentation in access to more than 2,000 PCs and Wi-Fi
engineering; and our life sciences across campus.
teaching lab, one of the largest student
laboratory spaces in the UK. Specialist resources
Many departments hold their own
Arts, humanities and social science extensive archives and special collections.
students also have access to excellent The Theatre Collection is an accredited
resources. Modern languages students museum and research centre dedicated
can use our language lab, audio editing to the study of British theatre history,
studio, and extensive foreign flm and and the Earth Science Collection contains
magazine library. Accounting and over 100,000 samples of scientifc and
fnance courses might make use of the historical importance. The University’s
Bloomberg Room, equipped with the Botanic Garden is home to more than
latest fnancial services software. And 4,500 plant species and is a fascinating
our flm and television department place to study plant evolution.
houses a dedicated cinema, editing
suites, animating facilities, cameras
and sound equipment.
141.4m
Volumes of printed books and
journals in our libraries
24/7
Access to some study spaces
‘The best part about my course is the ability
to use the world-class civil engineering
laboratories. In my third-year research
across the University campus project I spent most of my time in the labs
using machinery and instruments that
many young engineers can only dream of.’
Emily MEng Civil Engineering
4,500
The Botanic Garden is home to
more than 4,500 plant species
100,000
Earth science samples of scientifc
and historical importance
15AEROSPACE
ANIMALS
AND AWARDS
‘I had a truly amazing experience. Following her MEng Aerospace Engineering,
Adina began a graduate role at Saab in
The University of Bristol is Sweden, where she now works as an aerospace
where I discovered my passion engineer as part of the Saab space strategy.
for the space industry.’
Adina (MEng Aerospace Engineering 2019)
16‘A biological sciences degree ‘Bristol expanded my horizons in
from the University is held in terms of the people I met, the places
high esteem. Another draw I travelled to and the relationships
was having the whole wildlife I built… Those experiences shaped
flm scene in the city. A lot who I am and how I lead people.’
of it is just around the corner Izzy (BSc Politics 2014) is Managing Director of
from the University!’ FounderVine, an award-winning social enterprise.
Sam (BSc Biology 2016)
As part of the BBC’s Natural History Unit,
Sam photographs and flms animals around
the world and, with this picture, won the
Wildlife Photographer of the Year:
Lumix People’s Choice Award in 2020.
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17Your career
begins here
The University of Bristol is in the UK
top ten for graduate employability.*
A connected Careers Service Professional partnerships
Our Careers Service welcomes more Our enviable connections to top graduate
than 300 companies each year for recruiters facilitate many employability
a variety of events, including employer initiatives, such as the University of Bristol
presentations, networking events, Law School’s Professional Mentoring
workshops and careers fairs. Our careers Scheme. The scheme connects
advisers deliver a comprehensive top-performing students with mentors
range of services within your academic
school, online and from the Careers
Service based on Tyndall Avenue. Talks,
webinars and individual appointments
in law frms and chambers for
professional insight, application support
and placements. Bristol alumni span
the globe and our exclusive online space,
Top 10
Most targeted university
will help you assess and develop your Bristol Connects, offers a convenient by leading graduate employers
skills and perfect your application and way to make contact with our professional (High Fliers Research, 2021)
interview techniques. Through our online and country-specifc alumni networks:
careers portal, mycareer, you can fnd bristol.ac.uk/alumni
part-time and vacation work, internships
and graduate jobs and access hundreds Get ahead with work experience
of careers resources. Work experience, internships and
volunteering are recognised routes to
Industry-endorsed skills award graduate positions and companies in
Recognising the skills you can develop a wide range of sectors promote their
through work experience, volunteering opportunities to Bristol students through
and extracurricular activities, the Bristol our mycareer and myopportunities
PLUS Award provides a framework to portals. The Careers Service works with
help you develop your employability and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to
is recorded on your degree transcript. provide internships in smaller companies.
The award is endorsed by 19 leading
graduate recruiters, including FDM,
HMRC and British Red Cross. *QS Graduate Employability Ranking 2020
18‘I completed the Bristol PLUS Award,
which was massively helpful in my
applications for internships. The skills
I learned assisted me at interview,
where I was successful in gaining
a position.’
300
More than 300 employers attend
Rosie BA History
our annual careers events
Calling all innovators and
entrepreneurs
The Basecamp Enterprise Team
provides one-to-one guidance and
workshops to help you develop
an enterprise mindset, access funding
and create a business plan. Through
our New Enterprise Competition,
startups can apply for grant funding
at different stages of their journey,
from trialling initial ideas to pitching for
up to £20,000 of growth funding.
19Real-world
experience
Applying your degree to real-world
challenges in industry can bring
your subject to life.
Spending time working in industry typically last six to 12 weeks and
as part of your course can be an help you explore careers in the
unforgettable experience. Throughout engineering or technology sectors:
your placement you will work on live bristol.ac.uk/engineering/ilo
projects as a valued member of a team,
applying your subject knowledge in Centre for Innovation and
practical ways while gaining invaluable Entrepreneurship
insight into your discipline. The Centre for Innovation and
Entrepreneurship offers undergraduate
Study in industry integrated master’s degrees in 14
We offer 23 courses that include a ‘Study subject areas, combining a variety of
in Industry’ or professional placement degree disciplines with the study and
option. Using our considerable links with practice of innovation. The purpose-built
industry, we will help you fnd a position workspace includes a studio and
that complements your subject focus prototype workshop where students
and suits your interests. work in multidisciplinary groups on
challenges set by staff from industry,
Gaining professional experience delivering projects for real clients.
Students studying social sciences or
law can access the Professional
Liaison Network, where you can gain
real-world insight and experience
from professionals working in felds
relevant to your academic study.
The Industrial Liaison Offce in the
Faculty of Engineering arranges
mentoring, networking opportunities
and paid summer internships with
a number of companies. Placements
20Credit: Y. Beletsky (LCO)/ESO
‘I undertook a Year in Industry working
as a science communicator, where
I encountered ideas well beyond the
scope of my degree. The experience
prompted personal and professional
development; without it I wouldn’t
be where I am now.’
Justin (MSci Physics with a Year in Industry 2020)
Science Journalism Intern, European Southern Observatory
21New horizons,
global perspectives
Each year more than 700 Bristol A year or semester abroad
All our modern languages degrees include a year abroad.
students gain a new perspective Course titles including ‘Study Abroad in a Modern
on their degree through spending Language’ feature a year studying overseas in a foreign
language, while ‘Study Abroad’ courses offer overseas
time abroad. study taught in English. Alternatively, several departments
offer the opportunity to spend a semester overseas
At Bristol you will have many opportunities during your degree.
to experience a new culture and boost
your personal development through
overseas travel.
Depending on your course, you could study
abroad for a semester or a full year of your
degree or take part in a shorter programme
during the summer. Study at one of our
150 prestigious partner universities – currently
including the University of California, the
University of Sydney, the National University
of Singapore and the University of
Copenhagen – or organise a work placement,
internship or volunteering opportunity.
Whatever you choose, our Global
Opportunities team will be on hand to
support you every step of the way.
Build new skills
Spending time abroad is an adventure
but it is also an investment in your future.
Research shows that students who spend
time overseas are more likely to be employed
six months after graduation and earn
higher starting salaries.*
*‘Gone International: Rising Aspirations’,
Universities UK, 2019
22Summer and short-term programmes
There are plenty of other opportunities to go abroad with
our shorter programmes or summer schools. Exciting options
currently include a Chinese language and culture course
in Beijing and a global leadership programme with Santander
in Madrid. You can also create your own programme and
study, work or volunteer abroad during the summer.
Financial help
Many of our programmes are fully or partly funded and a range
of scholarships is available to help with the costs of going
abroad. You may also be eligible for student loans and grants
while you are away.
Health and safety of placements
We follow the travel advice provided by the UK’s Foreign,
Commonwealth & Development Offce in approving and
monitoring all overseas placements. Please visit our website
for the latest information: bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad
Work abroad ‘My year abroad has been
If you study a modern language or spent studying topics I never
your course includes a year in industry, thought I’d encounter, going
you may have the opportunity to
work overseas as part of your degree.
to places I never knew existed
The Careers Service also supports and surprising myself in all
students who are interested in working the things I didn’t know I could
overseas during the summer break do or be.’
or after graduation.
Zoe studied abroad at McGill University, Canada
23OFFBEAT ONE-OFF AND ON THE RISE A lively city to explore and call home, Bristol is ready to welcome you. 24
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25City of
surprises
Bristol is a laid-back city that never
sleeps, a welcoming home and a place
that celebrates difference. Bursting
with creativity and character, Bristol
has a unique feel.
Enjoy gigs on a cargo ship, challenge Relax in one of Bristol’s 450 gardens,
friends to a tournament at a board parks and green spaces. Just outside
game café, or marvel at a skyline dotted the city limits, hike or cycle through
with 100 hot air balloons. Bristol is a countryside and bluebell woods – or
playful city. even catch a wave at a surfng lake.
Bristol gives you space to breathe.
Explore the countless independent
shops, breweries, bakeries and Get involved with the city’s green
boutiques that line the city’s walkable, initiatives and be spurred on by the
friendly neighbourhoods. Wander innovative startups and creative
through the bustling harbourside where economy that keep moving us forward.
refurbished shipping containers house Find your place in this inclusive and
a foodie haven. multicultural city. Bristol will quickly
feel like home.
Bristol’s arts inspire. Catch a new release
at one of the city’s many cinemas or a
matinee at the Bristol Old Vic. Pop into an
artist’s open studio or Europe’s largest
street art festival, Upfest. Enjoy live music
at grassroots venues, warehouse clubs
and world-class concert halls.
26‘You might be looking at amazing street
No.1
art in Stokes Crof one minute and then
be in Clifon Village having a cream
Bristol was awarded
tea overlooking the Suspension Bridge
the Greenest UK the next. The fact that there’s always
City in 2020 something to do and somewhere you’ll
fit in is why I love Bristol.’
Mary MSci Neuroscience
27Bristol Veterinary School, Langford (14 miles south of Bristol )
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Our Bristol neighbourhood
1. Tyndall Avenue, University of Bristol 4. Harbourside
2. Wills Memorial Building 5. Wapping Wharf
3. Park Street 6. Clifton Village Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus
28To take a 360° tour
of our campus scan
Our
location
the QR code or
visit bristol.ac.uk/
virtual-bristol
Our main campus
Travel times by train
London: 1h 40m
is near the heart of the
Exeter: 1h city, with plenty to
Cardiff: 1h
Swindon: 40m
explore right outside
Birmingham: 1h 30m the lecture theatre.
Manchester: 3h 10m
It’s only a short stroll to the leafy squares
and café culture of Georgian Clifton
or buzzing shops and lunch spots of
Park Street. Just down the hill are the
harbourside’s many museums, outdoor
markets and an independent cinema.
Cross the swing bridge to sample the
exciting cuisine of Wapping Wharf,
an ideal spot for waterside hangouts.
Home to people from more than
180 countries, Bristol’s distinct
neighbourhoods refect the city’s diverse
character. Venture further to fnd the
street art and music venues of Stokes
Croft, famous carnival of St Paul’s,
the indie shopping district of Gloucester
Road, community-spirited cultural
hub of Old Market, or multicultural eats
of Easton.
Beyond Bristol
Less than two hours from London and
surrounded by beautiful countryside,
Bristol is ideally situated for exploring
the South West while remaining well
connected to major cities.
29Your home
from home
Our Student Residential Villages
offer a ready-made community that
will help you setle into student life.
Choosing where to live Student Residential Village North Student Residential Village East
Our residences are more than just a This is a vibrant student village of six Around 2,200 undergraduates live in our
place to eat and sleep; they are exciting residences on the edge of The Downs centrally located, self-catered residences.
communities that will become your in Stoke Bishop. Some of these residences are run in
home for the frst year. You will mix with partnership with private student housing
students from around the world and Residences include catered and providers. The University, city centre
meet people who could become your self-catered accommodation housing and harbourside are all on the doorstep.
friends for life. around 2,300 undergraduates.
We have accommodation to suit all tastes, Residences range in size from 230 places
from shared Georgian townhouses in at Durdham Hall to over 740 places at
colourful Clifton to modern residences Hiatt Baker. Each residence has its own
right in the city centre. bar or common room, study room and
access to computer facilities.
Where you choose to live will depend
on the experience you are seeking and There is a dedicated bus service to
your budget. and from the main campus and
undergraduate students are issued with
You can select your preferences from a bus pass.
a choice of new or historic, large
or small, and catered or self-catered
accommodation.
Our residences are located in three
distinct Residential Villages in Stoke
Bishop, the city centre and Clifton and
all are within walking distance of the Hiatt Baker,
main university campus in Clifton. North Village
30Clifton Hill House, West Village
6,000
Places available for new
undergraduates
Student Residential Village West
Four large residences, including one
catered residence, and several small
properties accommodate around 1,200
undergraduates near the independent
shops, cafés and restaurants of Clifton
Village. Residences range in size from
30 places at Hillside Woodside to more
than 220 places at Clifton Hill House.
Most residences have their own bar or
common room.
31‘University accommodation is a wonderful way to meet
people. I stayed in the East Village residences in the
city centre and it has been the perfect balance between
study and socialising!’
Guneesha MSci Management with Innovation
Joining a community
Each Student Residential Village
features a Student Support Centre,
staffed by live-in members of staff and
open 24 hours a day, seven days a
week. These centres form the heart of
a network of support services, which
includes live-in Senior Residents, who
are approachable, friendly and on
hand to offer support.
All residences have a Junior Common
Room (JCR), a student-led social
committee that organises events and
activities throughout the year, such
as fancy-dress nights, pub quizzes and
all-day music festivals. You will be
able to suggest events to your student
representative and take an active role
in organising them.
Representatives from your residence
will take part in Students’ Union Council
meetings, help you get involved with
projects in halls and the wider community
and introduce you to student networks
and initiatives.
32Active Residences After your frst year Accommodation Offce
The Active Residences programme Most students move into private Our Accommodation Offce can help
recognises the importance of regular accommodation after their frst year. The you fnd somewhere to live and offer
exercise to help reduce stress, most popular areas for students are advice on university allocated and private
maintain physical health and improve those close to the University: Kingsdown, rented accommodation throughout
concentration. Each village runs a Clifton, Cotham and Redland. The cost your time at Bristol. We provide specialist
programme of free ftness classes and of renting privately will depend on the advice, for example for students with
yoga to help you stay ft and feel good. size, quality and location of the property disabilities or with young families, and
There is no membership fee and classes you choose. will do everything we can to make
are suitable for all ftness levels, with sure you feel at home throughout your
a range of activities to suit every taste: If you are willing to venture a little time at Bristol.
bristol.ac.uk/sport/student/residences further out, you will fnd cheaper rents.
Costs vary between £350 and upwards Room Weekly Annual
Visit before you apply of £450 per person, per calendar month, type costs* costs*
Depending on COVID-19 restrictions, excluding bills.
Self-catered
you may be able to visit some of our
residences at the undergraduate open Living in private accommodation Standard single £111- £172 £4,773 -£7,393
days in 2021 and we will run virtual If you plan to live at home or in private
open days if in-person events are not accommodation, you will have plenty En suite £167- £180 £7,181- £7,740
possible. You can take a virtual tour of opportunity to meet new people at Catered
of our residences right now at university events.
bristol.ac.uk/accommodation/ug Standard single £187-£204 £8,041- £8,772
En suite £207-£217 £8,901- £9,331
Typical accommodation fees for a 43-week tenancy
(based on 2020/21 fgures).
Orchard Heights bedroom *Figures rounded to nearest pound.
Accommodation fees include a bus pass, internet,
heating and electricity costs. Additional compulsory
costs include insurance and a JCR fee.
Orchard Heights, East Village
Waverley House, East Village
33SKYDIVING
SOCIALISING
AND SUPPORT
‘Being a Bristol student is about so much
more than your course. I have been
able to push myself out of my comfort
zone and try so many new things.’
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Wellbeing
We offer a range of services designed
to help you stay well, feel supported and
get the most out of your time here.
Making the transition to university can be If you’re not sure where to get support,
challenging but we will support you in our Wellbeing Access service provides
managing your physical, emotional and a single point of contact to fnd out more:
mental health. At Bristol, we aim for bristol.ac.uk/wellbeing
you to feel independent but not alone.
Looking after yourself
In your department You will fnd a huge range of free
As well as your personal tutor, a team of resources on our health and wellbeing
Student Wellbeing Advisers in your school website, including videos, podcasts
can provide non-clinical advice about and our free student health app. Shout
personal or emotional challenges or can (crisis messenger) is a free mental
refer you to other services and help fnd health support service offering trained
the right approach for you. help 24 hours a day.
Specialist services and support Our free or low-cost sport and activity
Our on-campus Students’ Health Service programmes can help you keep ft and
provides the full range of NHS GP stay healthy.
services, including getting a prescription,
vaccinations, mental health and sexual
health services. All students are eligible
to register at this practice. Our Student
Counselling Service offers ways to
maintain positive mental health, including
self-help materials and workshops.
Individual and group counselling is
available for issues that directly impact
your ability to study. If you are Black,
Asian or Minority Ethnic and would like
‘I have had great support from the
support with issues related to culture, wellbeing service. My adviser is
race and ethnicity, you can also access great. She helps me break down my
Nilaari, a counselling service for week and really try and focus on
BAME students.
what is important.’
Catt BSc Mathematics and Computer Science
36Finding space on campus
There are lots of spaces around
campus to relax by yourself or build
relationships with peers. These include
dedicated calm spaces, the Bristol SU
Living Rooms and mindfulness activities
in our libraries.
The Multifaith Chaplaincy offers
confdential pastoral and spiritual support
and a welcoming space for all faiths
and none. Student societies, such as the
Wellbeing Network, provide a place
to talk about wellbeing and connect
with others.
37Discover your potential We provide a range of academic support to help you recognise your unique learning style, discover new skills and get the most out of your studies. 38
‘The University has supported me
in my academic career by running Mature students
weekly support sessions and through Our Mature Students’ Adviser and Mature
my personal tutor, who is someone Student Advocates provide dedicated
I can go to about anything.’ support to help you make the best
possible start, including welcome events,
Lucy BSc Psychology in Education
meet ups and peer mentoring.
Celebrating cultures
We support international students from
the moment you accept an offer right
Through online resources, tutorials, and These are supported by one-to-one through to graduation. Our Global Lounge
drop-in sessions, we will help you develop tutorials and small-group workshops celebrates multiculturalism through a
your academic and transferable skills on topics including time management; programme of social events and cultural
so that you can confdently progress to critical writing; exam and revision celebrations, providing information and
university-level study. techniques; and academic reading. advice for international students coming
You may even be able to learn a new to Bristol and all students seeking
Personal tutor modern language as part of your opportunities overseas.
On most of our undergraduate courses course through our University-Wide
you will be assigned a personal tutor who Language Programme. Disability Services
will offer advice on academic matters Students who come to Bristol
and how to access specialist support. Peer support with ongoing health or mental health
You will also work with them on your Through our peer support schemes conditions, sensory impairments,
personal development planning. you can talk to trained student leaders mobility or specifc learning diffculties
about student life. Peer-assisted study can access additional advice and
Skills development and training sessions and a peer mentoring scheme support from Disability Services. Contact
The Study Skills service provides online are available to help you settle in during us early to fnd out what support is
interactive resources to complement your frst months at Bristol. available and how to access it:
your academic learning. bristol.ac.uk/disability-services
39From Tai Chi to TEDx
As a student here, you’ll be a member of Bristol
Student Union (SU), which represents the
student voice, provides advice and support
and offers access to more than 400 clubs,
societies and projects.
Your students’ union one of the city’s biggest gig venues, the
Bristol SU is an organisation for all Anson Rooms, which has hosted
students led by elected student big-name acts including Amy Winehouse,
reps working together to help you make Ed Sheeran, Gentleman’s Dub Club,
the best of your time in Bristol. and Bob’s Comedy Funhouse (RuPaul’s
Drag Race).
Bristol SU supports more than 400
societies, sports clubs and volunteering The SU has several spaces in Senate
projects, including everything from House at the heart of the campus,
skydiving to anime and baking to football. including the Living Room, a space to
It organises hundreds of events take a break and unwind. The Bristol
throughout the year, from club nights SU loft and The Beckford, the SU bar,
to quizzes and TEDx talks. It also are new spaces where you can study
provides services, including advice or relax and meet friends.
about academic issues and letting
agency questions. Representation
A full-time offcer team and more than
Welcome Week ffteen networks with chairs elected by
In your frst week Bristol SU runs a you to represent your views and needs
festival to welcome you to the University to the SU, the University and the National
featuring events each day in the SU Union of Students. These reps look
building and venues across the city. after a variety of areas, including
The Welcome Fair is a showcase where academic issues and the running of the
you can meet society and sports club SU as well as equality and diversity
members and fnd out what’s on offer. issues. There are lots of ways to make
your voice heard, such as voting in
Venues elections, contributing to research or
The Richmond Building is home to running as an elected rep.
Bristol SU and offers extensive facilities,
including the Balloon Bar, two theatres,
a pottery studio, music practice rooms,
a radio studio, dance studios and a
32-metre swimming pool. It also houses
40‘Find a society you like. In a society, you’re going
to meet like-minded people… it’s one of the
best ways to make friends. Bristol’s got loads of
societies – there’s lots of scope to meet people
and make friends.’
Amber BSc Mathematics
Volunteering
Bristol SU supports 14 student-led
projects which are all run by passionate
student volunteers. The SU also
connects hundreds of students with
volunteering opportunities across
Bristol, giving you the chance to make
a positive impact on the city you
call home.
41Keep ft, make
friends, fnd
your focus
Our wide range of activities and excellent
facilities will help you lead a healthy,
active lifestyle and benefit from the positive
effects of sport.
Something for everyone • Coombe Dingle Sports Complex, Performance Sport
Taking part in sport can help you our outdoor facility, featuring grass and The Performance Squad Team supports
settle into university life. It’s a great way artifcial pitches, netball and tennis and develops student athletes, making
to meet new people and make lasting courts, a four-court indoor tennis centre it easier for them to combine their
friendships. You can also develop your and a strength and conditioning suite; sporting career with academic study.
employability skills with our sports Members of the Scholar’s programme
• a boathouse at Saltford on the
leadership and volunteering programmes. are supported through a personal
River Avon.
action plan, working with strength and
Whether you are looking to join our conditioning coaches, and nutrition,
We also have an extensive virtual offer
Performance Squad to compete at the physiotherapy and sports psychology
for our community. The University
highest level or just want to keep ft, experts. The University’s sporting heritage
of Bristol Sport app provides access
we offer something for you. Our range includes Olympians, Commonwealth
to live online classes and a library of
of membership packages provide gold medal winners and England
pre-recorded sessions.
fexible payment options and access to representation in a range of sports.
our extensive sports facilities, including:
Sports clubs and programmes
Scholarships
The University and Bristol SU provide
• the Indoor Sports Centre on the Clifton Vice-Chancellor’s scholarships, offering
more than 70 student-led sports clubs,
campus, which includes a state-of-the- £1,500 to £3,000 a year, are open to
ranging from football to archery. Bristol
art gym, ftness studios, a double-sided prospective and current students who
has consistently held a top ten position
sports hall and a sports medicine clinic; are competing at a junior, senior,
in the British University College Sport
(BUCS) competition. There are plenty of national or international level within
• a 32-metre swimming pool in the
their sport.
Richmond Building; opportunities to play sport for fun
through the intramural programme and
as part of our inclusive and beginner-
friendly B:Active sessions.
42‘It’s given me the opportunity to spend time
with people I wouldn’t have before. Once
you start, you find there’s people of every
level and you can find friends anywhere.’
Anna BA Hons English
43FOCUS SPECIALISE AND EXPLORE ‘Bristol strives to be the best. And that’s exactly how I like to be as an individual, just trying to push boundaries and be the best I can.’ Rhodri BSc Biochemistry 44
45
Choosing
your course
About our courses We list typical offer information for For information about accepted
Our undergraduate courses are either some other qualifcations online, including international qualifcations, please visit
single honours degrees or joint honours, the Welsh Baccalaureate, Cambridge our international web pages at
allowing you to study two subjects Pre-U principal subjects, SQA Highers bristol.ac.uk/international/countries
alongside each other. and Advanced Highers, BTEC Extended or contact our Enquiries team.
Diploma and Access to HE Diploma:
Social sciences and arts courses bristol.ac.uk/ug-study English language requirements
(except for modern languages) generally Each course specifes one of seven
take three years to complete and Where course entry requirements include language profles, A to G, which is the
lead to a bachelor’s (BA, BEng, BSc specifc subjects, these will be detailed level of English required for that course
or LLB) degree. in our online course fnder and within the if English is not your frst language. The
course’s admissions statement, which language profle requirement is listed
Most science and engineering courses is linked from the course web page. with other entry requirements on the
offer a choice of a three-year bachelor’s online course page and you can fnd
or four-year integrated master’s (MArts, Some courses require a specifc level of more information about each profle at
MEng, MSci) degree. If you are unsure literacy or numeracy skills. Typically, bristol.ac.uk/study/language-
which course to apply for, we recommend these are set at GCSE level or equivalent. requirements
applying for the master’s course in
order to secure four years of fnancial Contextual offers The University’s Centre for Academic
support. Dentistry, medicine and We want to attract students from Language and Development offers
veterinary science courses usually take all backgrounds to Bristol, so we will a range of courses to help students
fve years to complete. consider your educational context improve their level of English:
when considering your application. We bristol.ac.uk/academic-language
Typical offers may make a contextual offer of up to
You can view the A-level and International two grades lower than the standard entry This guide contains information for
Baccalaureate (IB) grades we usually requirements in recognition of factors students planning to start university
request when making an offer on pages that mean students may be less likely to in autumn 2022. We make every effort
51 to 65. We consider applications attend university. Find out more at to ensure all details are correct at the
on their individual merit and the entry bristol.ac.uk/contextual-offers time of going to press (February 2021).
requirements shown are indicative. However, since this information is
International qualifcations subject to change, please check the
We accept a wide range of international University’s website for the latest
qualifcations and welcome applications updates: bristol.ac.uk/ug-study
from international students.
46Intercalation
We support our students who want
to enhance their medicine, dentistry
or veterinary science degrees by
intercalating, and we welcome students
from other universities who are looking
to intercalate at Bristol. For a list of
available courses and further information
please visit: bristol.ac.uk/intercalate
‘Bristol really encourages you to find your passion
in your education. As you go through your degree, you
can hone in on what you’re really interested in.’
Emma BSc Economics
47Find your
passion
Biology English Mathematics and/or Physics
Biochemistry Classics Accounting and Finance
Cancer Biology and Immunology Comparative Literatures and Cultures Aerospace Engineering
Dental Hygiene and Therapy English Biochemistry
Dentistry Film and Television Biology
Medicine Law Biomedical Sciences
Neuroscience Liberal Arts Cellular and Molecular Medicine
Pharmacology Philosophy Chemical Physics
Physiological Science Politics and International Relations Chemistry
Veterinary Science Theatre and Film Civil Engineering
Zoology Computer Science
History Dentistry
Chemistry Ancient History Economics and Econometrics
Biochemistry Archaeology and Anthropology Economics and Management
Biochemistry with Medical Biochemistry Classical Studies Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Biomedical Sciences History of Art Engineering Design
Cancer Biology and Immunology Law Engineering Mathematics
Cellular and Molecular Medicine Liberal Arts Geography
Chemical Physics Politics and International Relations Geology
Chemistry Religion and Theology Geophysics
Chemistry with Scientifc Computing Mathematics
Dentistry Languages Mechanical Engineering
Medical Microbiology Comparative Literatures and Cultures Medical Microbiology
Medicine French Philosophy and Economics
Pharmacology German Physics with Astrophysics
Veterinary Science Hispanic Studies Physics with Scientifc Computing
Virology and Immunology International Business Management Physiological Science
and French/Spanish/German Theoretical Physics
Italian Veterinary Science
Modern Languages Virology and Immunology
Portuguese Zoology
Russian
Spanish
48Focusing your interests down to one degree can
be difficult. Have a look at the suggestions
here, which are based on the subjects you may
be studying at A-level.
Music Science (continued)
Liberal Arts Pharmacology
Music Physiological Science
Plant Sciences
Psychology Psychology
Childhood Studies Veterinary Nursing and Companion
Criminology Animal Behaviour
Education Studies Veterinary Science
Marketing Virology and Immunology
Neuroscience Zoology
Psychology
Psychology in Education Sociology
Childhood Studies
Religious Studies Criminology
Classical Studies Education Studies
Liberal Arts Management
Philosophy Social Policy
Religion and Theology Sociology
Science
Applied Anatomy
Biochemistry
Biology
Biomedical Sciences
Cancer Biology and Immunology
Civil Engineering
Environmental Geoscience
Geography
Geology
Medical Microbiology
Neuroscience
Palaeontology and Evolution
49Navigating the
course listing
Find a list of all our undergraduate degree courses from
pages 51 to 65. Our courses are grouped into subject
areas. Scan the QR code to view detailed information
about studying each subject at Bristol, including more
about our facilities, industry links and career prospects.
Degree courses are linked from subject pages and
include detailed information about course structure
and entry requirements.
Scan the QR code
to visit the subject
page in our online
course fnder.
PSYCHOLOGY
bristol.ac.uk/ug22-psychology
Typical offers
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
code length (ctx) (ctx)
BSc Psychology C801 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34
MSci Psychology with Innovation C804 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34
MSci Psychology and Neuroscience CB81 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34
You can take some of Find typical offers
our degrees combined for other UK
with Innovation or qualifcations on
Quantitative Research course pages
Methods. online.
50ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE ANCIENT HISTORY
bristol.ac.uk/ug22-accounting bristol.ac.uk/ug22-ancienthistory
Typical offers Typical offers
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
code length (ctx) (ctx) code length (ctx) (ctx)
BSc Accounting and Finance NN43 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 BA Ancient History V110 3 years AAB BBB 34 31
BSc Accounting and Finance
† 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
with Professional Placement
ANTHROPOLOGY AND
BSc Accounting and Finance
NN46 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
with Study Abroad
BSc Accounting and Management NN42 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 ARCHAEOLOGY
BSc Accounting and Management bristol.ac.uk/ug22-archanth
† 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
with Professional Placement
BSc Accounting and Management
NN45 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
with Study Abroad
Typical offers
BSc Economics and Accounting LN14 3 years AAA ABB 36 32
BSc Economics and Accounting UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
† 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 code length (ctx) (ctx)
with Professional Placement
BSc Economics and Accounting BA Anthropology XD49 3 years AAB BBB 34 31
LN16 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
with Study Abroad BA Archaeology and Anthropology VL46 3 years AAB BBB 34 31
BSc Economics and Finance LN13 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 MArts Anthropology with Innovation XD50 4 years AAB BBB 34 31
BSc Economics and Finance
LN15 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
with Study Abroad
BSc Finance N300 3 years AAA ABB 36 32
APPLIED ANATOMY
bristol.ac.uk/ug22-anatomy
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING
bristol.ac.uk/ug22-aero
Typical offers
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
code length (ctx) (ctx)
Typical offers
BSc Applied Anatomy B112 3 years ABB BBC 32 29
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
code length (ctx) (ctx)
BEng Aerospace Engineering H405 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34
MEng Aerospace Engineering H410 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES,
MEng Aerospace Engineering FOUNDATION IN
† 5 years A*AA AAB 38 34
with a Year in Industry bristol.ac.uk/ug22-FYASS
MEng Aerospace Engineering
† 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34
with Study Abroad
MEng Aerospace Engineering with
H401 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 Typical offers
Study Abroad in a Modern Language
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
code length (ctx) (ctx)
Foundation in Arts and See bristol.ac.uk/
†† 1 year
Social Sciences (Cert HE) ug22-FYASS
51BIOCHEMISTRY BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
bristol.ac.uk/ug22-biochem bristol.ac.uk/ug22-management
Typical offers Typical offers
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
code length (ctx) (ctx) code length (ctx) (ctx)
BSc Biochemistry C700 3 years AAA AAC 36 32 BA International Business
NR11 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
BSc Biochemistry with Management and French
C720 3 years AAA AAC 36 32
Medical Biochemistry BA International Business
NR12 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
BSc Biochemistry with Molecular Management and German
C790 3 years AAA AAC 36 32
Biology and Biotechnology BA International Business
NR14 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
BSc Biochemistry with Management and Spanish
† 4 years AAA AAC 36 32
Study in Industry BSc Accounting and Management NN42 3 years AAA ABB 36 32
MSci Biochemistry C701 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 BSc Accounting and Management
† 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
MSci Biochemistry with with Professional Placement
C721 4 years AAA AAC 36 32
Medical Biochemistry BSc Accounting and Management
NN45 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
MSci Biochemistry with Molecular with Study Abroad
C791 4 years AAA AAC 36 32
Biology and Biotechnology BSc Business and Management N200 3 years AAA ABB 36 32
BSc Business and Management
N201 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
with Study Abroad
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES BSc Business and Management with
4H56 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
Study Abroad in a Modern Language
bristol.ac.uk/ug22-biology BSc Economics and Management LN12 3 years AAA ABB 36 32
BSc Economics and Management
LN17 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
with Study Abroad
BSc International
N120 3 years AAA ABB 36 32
Typical offers Business Management
BSc International Business
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB N121 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
Management with Study Abroad
code length (ctx) (ctx)
BSc International Business
BSc Biology C100 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 Management with Study Abroad N122 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
BSc Plant Sciences C201 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 in a Modern Language
BSc Zoology C300 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 MSci Management with Innovation N204 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
MSci Biology C103 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
MSci Plant Sciences C203 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
MSci Zoology C303 4 years AAA ABB 36 32
BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
bristol.ac.uk/ug22-biomedical
Typical offers
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
code length (ctx) (ctx)
BSc Biomedical Sciences B900 3 years AAA AAC 36 32
52CELLULAR AND CHEMISTRY
MOLECULAR MEDICINE bristol.ac.uk/ug22-chemistry
bristol.ac.uk/ug22-cmm
Typical offers Typical offers
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
code length (ctx) (ctx) code length (ctx) (ctx)
BSc Cancer Biology BSc Chemistry F100 3 years AAA ABB 36 32
B131 3 years AAB BBB 34 31
and Immunology BSc Chemistry with a See bristol.ac.uk/
F108 4 years
BSc Cancer Biology and Preliminary Year of Study ug22-chemistry
† 4 years AAB BBB 34 31
Immunology with Study in Industry MSci Chemistry F103 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34
BSc Cellular and MSci Chemistry with
B130 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 F105 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34
Molecular Medicine Industrial Experience
BSc Cellular and Molecular MSci Chemistry with
† 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 F107 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34
Medicine with Study in Industry Study Abroad
BSc Medical Microbiology C521 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 MSci Chemistry with Study
F104 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34
BSc Medical Microbiology Abroad in a Modern Language
† 4 years AAB BBB 34 31
with Study in Industry
BSc Virology and Immunology C540 3 years AAB BBB 34 31
BSc Virology and Immunology
† 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 CHEMISTRY WITH
with Study in Industry
MSci Cancer Biology
SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING
B132 4 years AAB BBB 34 31
and Immunology bristol.ac.uk/ug22-chem-sci-comp
MSci Cellular and
B133 4 years AAB BBB 34 31
Molecular Medicine
MSci Medical Microbiology C522 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 Typical offers
MSci Virology and Immunology C541 4 years AAB BBB 34 31
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
code length (ctx) (ctx)
BSc Chemistry with
F130 3 years AAA ABB 36 32
CHEMICAL PHYSICS Scientifc Computing
MSci Chemistry with
bristol.ac.uk/ug22-chemphys F131 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34
Scientifc Computing
CHILDHOOD STUDIES
Typical offers
bristol.ac.uk/ug22-childhood
UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
code length (ctx) (ctx)
BSc Chemical Physics F320 3 years AAA ABB 36 32
MSci Chemical Physics F322 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 Typical offers
MSci Chemical Physics with
F323 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB
Industrial Experience
code length (ctx) (ctx)
BSc Childhood Studies L520 3 years ABB BBC 32 29
BSc Childhood Studies
L525 4 years ABB BBC 32 29
with Study Abroad
BSc Childhood Studies with
L522 3 years ABB BBC 32 29
Quantitative Research Methods
MSci Childhood Studies
L526 4 years ABB BBC 32 29
with Innovation
MSci Childhood Studies with
L523 4 years ABB BBC 32 29
Quantitative Research Methods
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