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Program highlights for Bristol, England

The city

Language spoken:
English

Currency:
Great British Pound (GBP, £)

Climate:
Marine West Coast

City type:
Metropolis (Population >500,000)

Passport & Visa requirements

The program

Program type:
Partnership

Host university:
University of Bristol

Language of instruction:
English

Terms offered:
Spring, Fall, Yearlong

Program capacity:
50 students

Credit type:
Overseas credit

Deadline to apply

Fall/Yearlong 2026-27:
April 1

Spring 2027:
September 15

Eligibility:

  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Minimum class standing: Junior (Strong Sophomore applications considered)
  • Open to degree-seeking students attending a 4-year institution at time of application

Scholarships and Financial Aid:
Deadlines vary

  • Street art on a building in Bristol, EnglandEnjoy Bristol’s culture and creativity, including a vibrant music scene, popular street art, famous festivals and beautiful parks.
  • Study at the University of Bristol, rated one of the Top 10 U.K. universities according to QS World Rankings, and ranked 5th in the U.K. for research.
  • Considered the most eco-friendly city in the U.K., Bristol was the first to be awarded the European Green Capital status and is committed to environmental sustainability efforts.
  • Take advantage of amazing campus opportunities, including world-leading research facilities, excellent sports facilities, one of the largest and most active student unions in the U.K., and a variety of workshops, events, and trips hosted by the university’s Student Experience team.
  • Experience a unique blend of tradition and history alongside a contemporary, modern atmosphere.

Why study in Bristol?

Queens Square in Bristol, England. Photo credit: Visit BristolA student wearing orange glasses looking at lazers in the University of Bristol lab in Bristol, England. Photo credit: University of Bristol

Study at one of the top-rated universities in Britain while experiencing a thriving modern city. Famous for its bustling harbor, grand architecture, and charming Clifton Village, Bristol is one of the U.K.’s most welcoming cities and will quickly pull you into its exciting atmosphere, blending history alongside the contemporary. The largest city in southwest England, Bristol is known for being a progressive city with global influence on science, engineering, film, music, and design. Discover art like Brunel’s innovative Suspension Bridge and Banksy’s world-famous murals, or hop on a 90-minute train to London to do some exploring.

Enroll for a semester or year and choose from a wide variety of courses that can fulfill major, minor, or general graduation requirements. Courses include anthropology, computer science, economics, film and television, neuroscience, physics, international studies, and many more. To make your stay in the U.K. more meaningful, consider taking a Bristol-inspired course designed for study abroad students.

The U.K. offers an excellent teaching atmosphere, including professors who closely work with undergraduates and high levels of research activity. Although the U.K. shares a common language with the U.S., its diverse traditions, values, and views of the world will challenge you personally and open your eyes to different ways of looking at the world.