UWE Bristol (the University of the West of England) is a modern university based in Bristol, United Kingdom, and one of the largest providers of higher education in the South West of England. It teaches more than 30,000 students from over 140 countries across three campuses in Bristol, supported by a staff of approximately 3,800. Its alumni network numbers 250,000 graduates worldwide.
The university offers over 650 courses spanning a wide range of subject areas. Its programmes are designed to be practice-based and industry-shaped, with the stated aim of equipping graduates with the skills employers seek. UWE Bristol reports overall student satisfaction of 89% and holds TEF Gold status for teaching excellence. It ranked in the top ten among modern universities in the Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.
Research is a core part of the institution's work, described as world-leading with global impact, alongside teaching that maintains strong relationships with employers and partners. The university describes itself as globally connected yet regionally embedded, combining an international student body and research reach with a base in the South West of England.
