Preparing and arrival

Welcome to UWE Bristol. Here's everything you need to know about the start of term.

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We will complement your learning experience with a range of digitally-enhanced learning opportunities, allowing you to prepare for, participate in, and practise your learning in a variety of ways.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Starting Block

Being well-prepared and focused at the start of something leads to success. And that's what Starting Block is set up to do – brace you as you stride forward with your university experience.

Starting Block

Welcome blog

We’re really excited to welcome you to UWE Bristol. Take a look at our welcome blog for tips on settling into university life and keep checking back for updates throughout the year!

UWE Bristol Welcome blog

Registration

Information on registering for university, for new, returning and international students.

Registration

Get ready for your course

Information from your programme leader to help prepare you for study.

View your course information

Information for international students

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Before you arrive

Things for international students to consider before arriving at UWE Bristol. 
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Airport transfers

Information about our airport transfers for international and EU students visiting UWE Bristol.
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Passport and visa checking

Information for international students about getting passports and visas checked.
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Arriving and living in the UK

Advice to help international students adjust to life in the UK and at UWE Bristol.

Online learning

Advice and guidance on how to make the most of studying online.

Online learning guide
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Coronavirus guidance

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Guidance for students and applicants

Coronavirus guidance and FAQs for current students and applicants to UWE Bristol.
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Returning to campus

Guidance and advice for students returning to campus.
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Fees and funding guidance

Guidance and FAQs about fees and funding during the coronavirus outbreak.

Ask a student

Ask a current student questions about their course, what it's like to study with us, or life in Bristol.

Ask a student

Upcoming events

International Student Orientation

Designed to coincide with your course induction and registration activities, this will give you important information about UWE Bristol and the Bristol community.

International Student Orientation

Webinars for applicants

We are running a variety of webinars to help answer any questions that you may have about studying at UWE Bristol.

Webinars

Welcome emails

As a new student with us, you'll receive a series of three welcome emails from us to help you prepare for University life.

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Accommodation

Find out about our UWE Bristol student accommodation options, how to apply, accommodation prices, moving in and advice for our current residents.
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Campus and facilities

Over the last five years, we've invested £300 million into our state-of-the-art facilities. Creating the most effective and empowering setting for our students and people to discover their potential.
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Health and wellbeing

Health and wellbeing services for students at the University.
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Preparing and arrival guide for parents and supporters

How to help with your loved one's transition to university, and who to contact if you have concerns.