Ranking and reputation
Find out more about UWE Bristol's employability figures, league table positions and other important University rankings and metrics.
Why you should study at UWE Bristol
Gold rating for student experience in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Gold for outstanding student experience in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
4th in the South West and the region’s highest ranking modern university
UWE Bristol is the South West’s highest ranked modern university, ranked 4th in the region in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2027.
88% of our graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating
UWE Bristol is above the sector average for graduate outcomes, with 88% of graduates in employment or further study 15 months after graduation according to the Graduate Outcome Survey 23/24 (published 2026).
92% of our UK postgraduate students were in work or further study 15 months after graduating
92% of UWE Bristol’s UK postgraduate students were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating, highlighting the strong career outcomes achieved by our postgraduate community. Graduate Outcome Survey 23/24 (published 2026).
84% of our research impact is considered world leading or internationally excellent
According to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.
First university to achieve University Mental Health Charter Award with Merit.
UWE Bristol is the first university to achieve Award with Merit for continuous improvement in the area of mental health and wellbeing.
Top 15% apprenticeship provider in the UK for Qualification Achievement Rates, 2024
We’ve achieved 74% for the outcomes of our apprenticeships (Qualification Achievement Rate table 22/23) , placing us in the top 15% of all UK apprenticeship providers.
QS 5 stars for excellence in student experience
We have been awarded 5 stars by QS in recognition of our excellence across key areas of the student experience, from teaching, research, employability and facilities, to inclusion, sustainability and global engagement.
Top 25% of universities worldwide for the international diversity of our students
We are ranked 185th globally for the diversity of our student population in the QS World University Rankings 2024.
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