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)
90% in work or further study after 15 months
UWE Bristol has a strong reputation for graduate employability according to the Graduate Outcome Survey 21/22 (published 2024).
Over £300 million invested in new facilities up to 2030
UWE Bristol is progressing an ambitious investment programme, with £600m committed to delivery of our Strategy 2030 across our people, estate and infrastructure.
4th in the South West in the Guardian League Table
We are ranked fourth in the South West in the Guardian League Table 2025.
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.
76% of our research is considered to be world leading or internationally excellent
Our research has resulted in real benefits to the economy and society as well as increasing academic knowledge, according to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.
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.
Top 20 for best apprenticeship training provider
RateMyApprenticeship is the UK's leading job resource for young people seeking apprenticeships.
Sustainability Institution of the Year at the 2023 Green Gown Awards
UWE Bristol earns a national award which celebrates the inspirational sustainability work and projects of UK and Ireland Higher Education institutions.
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