University of the West of England
Frenchay Campus Bristol, South Gloucestershire United Kingdom
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Institution Overview
Institution details and overview.
- About the Institution
UWE Bristol (University of the West of England, Bristol) is a public university based primarily at Frenchay Campus, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and emphasizing modern campus facilities and employability. UWE Bristol operates across multiple campuses (including Frenchay, plus other Bristol sites) and has invested heavily in campus facilities. The University publishes graduate destination/employability information and supports placements and internships through dedicated services.
- Institution Type
Public University
- Establishment Year
1992 Bristol Polytechnic gained university status and became the University of the West of England (UWE).
- Highlights
- Graduate outcomes: UWE Bristol reported 92% of graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduating.
- Major research facility: Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL) at UWE Bristol is highlighted as a centre of excellence with specialist robotics facilities.
- Modern facilities investment: UWE Bristol states it has invested £300 million into modern facilities over the last five years.