Bristol consistently ranks in the world's top 100 and UK's top ten universities in league tables that draw on information about both research and teaching excellence.

We are one of the most popular UK universities, attracting on average eight top-quality applicants for every place, and our graduates are among the most sought-after by employers across the globe.

The University of Bristol takes great pride in its research, working to provide innovative solutions to some of the toughest issues facing society, from climate change to human rights. The university was ranked in the top five in the UK for research in the Times Higher Education analysis of the Research Excellence Framework 2021.

There is plenty to do away from lectures, too, with an active students’ union running countless clubs and societies. The city of Bristol is regularly named one of the UK’s best cities to live in. With a diverse population, vibrant culture and friendly neighbourhoods, Bristol is a great place to be a student.

1. A member of Russel Group.
2. Top ten UK university (QS World University Rankings 2023).
3. One of the 4 most targeted by top UK recruiters (High Fliers Research).
4. Jointh seventh for UK graduate employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022).
5. Home to the best business incubator in the world (UBI Global 2019).
6. Top five university for research (2021 REF).
7. 13 Nobel Prize Winners linked to the University-including our current Chancellor, Sir Paul Nurse.
8. 27 subjects highly ranked in the world's top 100 (QS World Subject Rankings 2023).
9. Ranked ninth in Europe for teaching.
10. University of Bristol alumni are among the highest paid graduates in the UK.