University of Bristol Clifton Campus

The University of Bristol is at the cutting edge of global research. We have made innovations in areas ranging from cot death prevention to nanotechnology.

The University has had a reputation for innovation since its founding in 1876. Our research tackles some of the world’s most pressing issues in areas as diverse as infection and immunity, human rights, climate change, and cryptography and information security.

We aim to bring together the best minds in individual fields, and encourage researchers from different disciplines and institutions to work together to find lasting solutions to society’s pressing problems.

We are involved in numerous international research collaborations and integrate practical experience in our curriculum, so that students work on real-life projects in partnership with business, government and community sectors.

The University's Accommodation Office provides accommodation and accommodation advice to our students. Here you can find the answers to your accommodation-related questions such as where to live, how much it costs and how you can apply for University-allocated accommodation.

Accommodation for new undergraduates
Our residences provide so much more than just accommodation. With pastoral support and 24-hour security, opportunities to get involved in green initiatives, drama and music productions or sporting activities and a great social calendar.

New undergraduate students looking to apply for accommodation in University residences will fall into two categories:

• Guaranteed applicants - students who have firmly accepted an offer of study at Bristol and apply for accommodation in our first round of applications are guaranteed to be offered a place in our residences.
• Non guaranteed applicants - students joining the University through clearing, as an insurance choice or have missed the guarantee deadline are not guaranteed to be offered a place in our residences.

Take a look at our accommodation guarantee page to find out which category you fall into and read the information available for the type of applicant you are.

Accommodation for new postgraduates
Choosing University allocated accommodation offers many advantages. All your bills are included in your rent, you don't need a UK guarantor and you don't need to go through the right to rent checks. University accommodation also provides opportunity for personal and academic development, and the support of a 24/7 pastoral team.

New postgraduate students looking to apply for accommodation in University residences will fall into two categories:

• Guaranteed applicants - those who are guaranteed to be offered a place in our residences.
• Non guaranteed applicants - those who are not guaranteed to be offered a place in our residences. 

Private rented accommodation
The Accommodation Office offers all students the help and expertise of our trained private-rented sector advisors, who can advise on everything from budget to issues with a landlord.

International scholarships

University of Bristol scholarships

• We are investing £2 million in scholarships for 2022. These will help the best and brightest overseas students, including those from the EU, come to University of Bristol.

Undergraduate

• Think Big undergraduate scholarships
• Global Accounting and Finance undergraduate scholarships
• Global Economics undergraduate scholarships
• School of Policy Studies international undergraduate scholarships
• Think Big About Global Justice undergraduate scholarships
• Think Big bursaries for sciences

Postgraduate

• Think Big postgraduate scholarships
• Future Leaders scholarships
• Global Accounting and Finance postgraduate scholarships
• Global Economics postgraduate scholarships
• Michael Wong Pakshong bursary
• Phyllis Mary Morris bursaries
• School of Policy Studies postgraduate international scholarships
• Think Big About Education scholarships
• Think Big About Global Justice postgraduate scholarships

The campus offers many resources to support students' academic and social needs. There are eight out of nine libraries and six study space centres, providing 3,400 study spaces that cater to both collaborative co-working and silent study. Academic departments offer IT facilities and expert support, while Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus. In addition, nine source cafes on campus offer various dining options and spaces to meet and socialize. The Balloon Bar and Beckford, both led by the SU, serve drinks and host social events such as pub quizzes and karaoke nights. The sporting facilities at the Clifton campus are top-notch, including an indoor sports centre, health and fitness suite, and sports medicine clinic.