Illustration outline of the number 30.

30 years of UWE Bristol

Cover of the 1993 UWE Bristol prospectus.

In the academic year 2022/23 we celebrated 30 years of being a university. In 1992, we officially achieved university status. Our anniversary marked a moment to stop and reflect on how far we've come, and how much further we aim to go together.

The 30th series

Reminisce with old photos and music. Meet inspiring members of our community.

Collage of headshots for our '30 to watch' list.

30 to watch

Explore this celebratory list of 30 inspirational members of our community. Each was nominated for making a positive difference through their talent, persistence and passion. They’re impressive now, so just imagine their impact in the future.

Archive photo of Frenchay Campus from the 1979 prospectus.

Then and now: UWE Bristol campuses

Our well-loved Bristol campuses have been a constant backdrop for the many who have studied, lived, and worked here over the years. We take a nostalgic look back at how they’ve changed and developed through time.

Archive photo from inside UWE Bristol accommodation kitchen.

Then and now: student accommodation at Frenchay

From Ashley Village surrounded by fields to Carroll Court by the busy bus stops, join us as we reminisce about the changing face of Frenchay Campus student accommodation.

DJ mixing music at a mixing desk

30 songs to take you back

Music has the power to bring back memories like they were yesterday. With the help of alumni, we put together a Spotify playlist featuring one track per year from 1992 to 2022. Enjoy classic tracks from Massive Attack, Gorillaz, The Killers, Justin Timberlake, and Beyoncé to mention just a few.

Looking back

Frenchay Campus being built in 1973.

The building of Frenchay Campus, 1973.

Image of Bower Ashton Campus from the 1997 prospectus.

Bower Ashton Campus prospectus image, 1997.

Princess Royal visits Glenside Campus, 1997.

Princess Royal visits Glenside Campus, 1997.

The Quiet Room in the Octagon on Frenchay Campus in 1982.

The Frenchay Octagon Quiet Room, 1982.

Entrance to B Block, Frenchay Campus circa 2006.

Entrance to B Block, Frenchay Campus circa 2006.

A lecture on Frenchay Campus, 2000.

A lecture on Frenchay Campus, 2000.

St Matthias Campus, Fishponds. Image from 1997 prospectus.

St Matthias Campus, Fishponds. Image from 1997 prospectus.

Frenchay's Centre for Sport shortly before opening, 2006.

Frenchay's Centre for Sport shortly before opening, 2006.

Carroll Court student study bedroom, 1993.

Carroll Court student study bedroom, 1993.

'Resources for effective learning', image from 1987 prospectus.

'Resources for effective learning', image from 1987 prospectus.

Undergraduate prospectus cover, 2000.

Undergraduate prospectus cover, 2000.

'Red Hot Chili Peppers' concert being promoted on Frenchay Campus, 1997.

Student event on Frenchay Campus, 1997.

Frenchay Campus being built in 1973.
Image of Bower Ashton Campus from the 1997 prospectus.
Princess Royal visits Glenside Campus, 1997.
The Quiet Room in the Octagon on Frenchay Campus in 1982.
Entrance to B Block, Frenchay Campus circa 2006.
A lecture on Frenchay Campus, 2000.
St Matthias Campus, Fishponds. Image from 1997 prospectus.
Frenchay's Centre for Sport shortly before opening, 2006.
Carroll Court student study bedroom, 1993.
'Resources for effective learning', image from 1987 prospectus.
Undergraduate prospectus cover, 2000.
'Red Hot Chili Peppers' concert being promoted on Frenchay Campus, 1997.

Supporting Student Hardship Grants

All proceeds from the prize draw went directly to supporting students through Student Hardship Grants.

This support is critical in bridging the gap between government funding, possible family contributions and student’s part-time employment income.

Hardship Grants not only prevent students falling into financial crisis (through no fault of their own), and potentially dropping out, but also have a positive impact on other aspects of their lives too, such as mental wellbeing, nutrition, their dependants, and their educational attainment.

Our far-reaching Hardship Grants are made possible by donations from alumni and supporters and are needed now more than ever.

The prize draw is now closed but you can still make a donation.

Looking forward

Our values and vision for the future.

Interview with Professor Sir Steve West CBE, DL

Find out what he loves about his job, his proudest moment and about the changes we’ll see at UWE Bristol in the future.

Our ambition is clear

We’re set on solving future challenges through outstanding learning, research and a culture of enterprise. We aim to power the future workforce, support local economic prosperity, shape the health and sustainability of our communities and create solutions to global challenges.

Read our 2030 Strategy

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