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University of Bristol Admissions 2025-26

Bristol, United Kingdom

  • Cost of Living£ 20,064
  • Tuition Fee From£ 4,700
  • Country Rank-
  • Batch Strength27,375
  • Global Diversity28%
  • Gender Ratio44:56

University of Bristol Admissions 2025 Highlights

  • Global Ranking: Top 50 in the world, #7 in the UK. 

  • Application Volume: Over 30,000 undergraduate applications in the last cycle; acceptance rate around 46%.
  • Student Body: 28% international, from more than 150 countries. 

 

University of Bristol Application Deadlines 2025

Date

Details

02 September 2025

UCAS begins accepting completed undergraduate applications.

15 October 2025

Final deadline for applications to Medicine, Dentistry, and Veterinary Science.

14 January 2026

Main UCAS application deadline for all other undergraduate courses. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered for select programmes, please contact the university to confirm.

 

University of Bristol Visa Requirements for International Students

  • Student Visa: Required for all non-UK/non-Irish students.
  • CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies): Issued by the university after you meet all offer conditions.
  • Documents Required:
    • Valid passport
    • CAS statement from Bristol
    • Proof of sufficient funds (tuition + living expenses)
    • Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS, PTE, or equivalent)
    • Tuberculosis test results (if applicable)
  • Application Timing: Apply for your visa after receiving your CAS, ideally three months before your course start date.

University of Bristol Application Process 2025

  1. Choose Your Course:

    Explore the full range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses on the University of Bristol website to select your preferred program.
     
  2. Check Entry Requirements:

    Review academic qualifications, English language proficiency, and any additional criteria specific to your chosen course and level of study.
     
  3. Submit Your Application:
     
    • Undergraduate: Apply via UCAS using institution code BRISL B78, selecting up to five course choices. Submit by the relevant deadlines (e.g., 15 October for Medicine/Dentistry/Veterinary, 31 January for equal consideration, final deadline 30 June 2025 for international applicants).
       
    • Postgraduate: Apply directly through the University of Bristol’s online application portal. Deadlines vary by course, with many taught programs closing around mid-September 2025.
       
  4. Track Your Application:

    Use UCAS (undergraduate) or the university portal (postgraduate) to monitor application status and respond to any requests.
     
  5. Receive and Respond to Offers:

    Offers may be conditional or unconditional. Confirm your acceptance through the respective platform.
     
  6. Meet Conditions and Submit Documents:

    Provide all required documents such as transcripts, references, and proof of English proficiency. Fulfil any academic or language conditions.
     
  7. Accept Offer and Apply for Visa (International Students):

    After meeting all conditions, the university issues a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), which you will need to apply for a UK Student Visa.