University of Bristol

The University of Bristol is a public research university in Bristol, England. It was founded in 1909, but its roots can be traced back to the Merchant Venturers' Technical College, which was founded in 1595. In 1876, University College, Bristol was established, and this institution eventually merged with the Merchant Venturers' Technical College to form the University of Bristol.

The university's early years were marked by rapid growth, and it soon became one of the leading universities in the UK. Bristol was a pioneer in many fields, including engineering, aeronautics, and medicine. The university also played a key role in the development of radar during World War II.

In the postwar years, Bristol continued to grow and expand its academic offerings. The university also became a major center for research, and it has produced a number of Nobel Prize winners over the years.

Today, the University of Bristol is a world-leading research university with a strong reputation for teaching excellence. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a variety of subjects. Bristol is also a member of the Russell Group, a network of 24 leading research universities in the UK.

Bristol is a highly selective university, with an acceptance rate of just 13.1% for undergraduate students in 2021. It is known for its strong academic reputation and its focus on research.

Bristol offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a variety of subjects, including arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, social sciences, and medicine. It is particularly well-known for its programs in engineering, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine. It has a strong international reputation, and it attracts students from all over the world. International students make up around 30% of the student body. Bristol is also a popular destination for exchange students.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2024, University of Bristol is positioned as the #55 top university in the world, which makes it the #9 top university in United Kingdom. The university's global rank is improved by 6 points from last year.

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2025 Ranking	#54 #9
University Name	University of Bristol
Acronym	UB
Year Established	1876
Motto	Vim promovet insitam
Motto in English	Learning promotes one's innate power
Colors	Red

Location

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Address	Beacon House, Queens Road, Bristol, South West England, United Kingdom
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Phone	+44 (117) 928 9000
Fax	+44 (117) 925 1424
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	Bachelor's Degrees	Master's Degrees	Doctorate Degrees	Diplomas
Arts & Humanities				n/a
Business & Social Sciences				n/a
Engineering				n/a
Language & Cultural Studies		n/a	n/a	n/a
Medicine & Health				n/a
Science & Technology				n/a

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International Students Allowed	Yes
Student Body	Men and Women
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