Bristol is one of the most popular and successful universities in the UK, ranked 54th in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2025.
- Our researchBristol is at the cutting edge of global research. We have made innovations in areas ranging from cot death prevention to nanotechnology.
- Study at BristolExplore our undergraduate courses and postgraduate programmes, and discover what Bristol has to offer.
- For BristolWe serve and work with the wider community of Bristol to benefit us all. Find out what you can do with the University.
- Tours and visitsUndergraduate open days, postgraduate visit days, campus tours, school and college events, virtual tours.
- Maps and travelUniversity campus map, how to get here, getting around, where to stay, where is Bristol?
- DatesUniversity dates and calendar, open day dates, academic dates, closure days.
- GovernanceHow the University is governed and managed, including the constitution, decision-making bodies, organisational structure and the Executive Group.
- Relationships with defenceWe have a successful track record of translating scientific discoveries into positive real-world advances. We work with organisations in a wide range of sectors, including those operating in the defence sector.
- Anti-racism at the University of BristolThe University is committed to tackling racism across the entire institution. We will work with our communities to create long-lasting, positive change.
- Women at BristolFind out about the history of women at Bristol, women at Bristol today and how we are striving for gender equality.
- SustainabilitySustainability is part of everything we do: our research, our curricula, our buildings and the student experience.
- History of the UniversityThe University was the first higher education institution in the UK to admit men and women on an equal basis.
- Nobel Prizes and FellowshipsThe academic quality of the University is reflected partly in the Nobel Prizes and Fellowships associated with the University community.
- Rankings and reputationBristol consistently ranks in the world's top 100 and UK's top ten universities in league tables for both research and teaching excellence.
- Facts and figuresSenior officers, student numbers, and financial data.
- Vision and strategyOur mission explains why we exist, our reason for being and what we do. Our vision states where we want to be, and what we set out to achieve by 2030.
- Publications and reportsThe University's Annual Report and Financial Statements are published every autumn.