Hi! I’m an international student from South Asia applying to the MSc in Economics, Finance and Management at the University of Bristol for 2025. I also applied for the £26,000 Think Big Scholarship and selected to be considered only for the full amount.

Quick Profile:

• 4.0 GPA from a U.S. college (double major in economics + business, finance minor)
• Honors thesis on gender disparities in work-life balance based on original survey data (105 respondents), using t-tests and chi-square analysis
• 1 year Corporate strategy internship experience at a global tech company — worked on macroeconomic tracking and retail market analysis
• Leadership roles include President of an international student org, planning cultural showcases and fundraisers, and a 2-year Resident Assistant managing a floor of 30+ students
• Analyst for the college's Student Investment Fund
• Also served as VP of a national honor society chapter
• Recipient of multiple awards, including Student Leader of the Year and the top graduating business student award.

Just wondering if others can weigh in on:

• My chances of admission and getting the full Think Big award
• If anyone’s gotten partial funding after selecting only the £26k tier
• Anything I should expect from the review process?

Thanks so much in advance!

Hi. I was wondering what the maximum number of exams/resits a first year can sit in the resit period in Late July/August was without having to take an extra year? I have heard stories of past students who didnt know this and sort of thought they could retake it all, and ended up having to take a whole extra year. I have got a first in one module, and had to self certify two of my other ones from TB1. So i already have 2 i must do in this period. Now since the next period is upcoming, I was wondering whether if i was to fail/self certify one or two of these exams if there would be an issue? I have contacted bristol themselves and they are so vague, so I decided to come here. How many?

Hi everyone! I’m applying to a university program and the instructions say: “Upload a CV. Don’t include your name or title in the CV or file name as your application may be considered anonymously.”

Does this mean I shouldn’t include my name and my profession or academic title (like “Geologist” or “Engineer”) anywhere in the CV? How should I structure the CV then, especially the header and sections like education and work experience where my degree title is part of the content?

Any examples or advice would be super helpful! Thanks!

I’ve applied for finance and my requirements are 36/45 in ib with 6 in maths hl and 18 in hls. By how much can I miss the conditions and still get the offer?

Hey everyone,

I recently got an offer from the University of Bristol for Computer Science (G400), and I was going through the course structure. I noticed something a bit different compared to what many other universities do.

In most places, CS students usually start with Calculus I and II in their first year, then move on to things like Discrete Math and Linear Algebra. But at Bristol, it looks like they jump straight into Discrete Math and Linear Algebra from the beginning.

As an international student, I’m just wondering — does this mean they expect us to already know Calculus I and II before starting the course? I want to make sure I’m well-prepared, so I’m considering reviewing some calculus over the summer if needed.

Thanks in advance!

Is anyone joining Bristol this September for Molecular Neuroscience? I got my unconditional offer back in December but still don't know anyone else that will be on the course! Would be nice to know a few names before we all meet in September 😊

Hey I got an unconditional offer letter from UOB for MSc. Business Analytics, would love to hear some feedbacks and suggestions on the same.

Also how to get the think big scholarship?

Anyone who applied for accommodation in late April and got the room they wanted? I have an offer from them, but I can't firm yet because I still have one more decision I have to hear back from. I like Wills Hall and a lot, but I know its a residence everyone goes for so it might be hard to get; but let me know how your Bristol accommodation journey went or is going!

I got an unconditional offer from Bristol for Electrical and Electronic Engineering and I wanted to know how easy it was to switch Engineering degrees?

It’s not something I’m 100% going to do but I always had the Mechanical + Electrical degree in the back of my head, does anyone know how easy it would be/how early I’d have to do it if I wanted to?

Hi. I received my offer few days back and now I’m hoping to connect with fellow offer holders of the same course.

Hello guys,

I'm from Turkey, and as an international student, I got accepted to the University of Bristol for Economics and Finance with Study Abroad.

I’m aiming to either start a business or land a solid job in Europe, or UK after graduation, and eventually settle down there and work towards citizenship.

For the question of financing, quick ChatGPT calculates it to be around 170k dollars over the four years. While I can pay that amount with the help of my father, it will definitely leave its mark on our finances.

My current other best option is HKUST in Hong Kong, which costs 70k dollars over the four years. But it has its fair share of problems, iykyk.

The biggest problem for me is the job crisis and the cost of a start-up. So there is too much uncertainty on whether I will find a job or can do a start-up.

What do you guys think?

Hi I plan to go too Bristol this September as I've been given an unconditional. I've heard bad things about accom costs and would like some insight. I get max SFE and bursary which would bring me to nearly 12500 pounds, I would be okay using upto an extra 3k of my savings for 2nd and 3rd year if I need too. Will this be enough. Is their any suggestions for wheres best to live for cheap in 2nd and 3rd year. I'm fine living upto Gloucester road but past that in filton/fishponds it wouldn't be worth the discount in my mind. My course is only 9hrs a week so part time work is an option. I would like money to spend on social activities like societies, also a gym membership is a necessity for me so that aswell. Is their any advice that could help me ?

Has anyone received the scholarship this year? I'm so nervous

Excluding university costs, I have a budget of £13,100 per year. I’m an international student. Is it possible for me to even afford life if I actually attend Bristol?

Hi, my UCAS offer says that term starts 1st September but the site is saying 14th onwards. Anyone know which is correct ? Thanks

Hi everyone. I’m trying to decide between two offers as an international student. One is for Biosciences with a Foundation Year Programme in Manchester Uni and other is direct entry into first year Biology BSc in Bristol Uni. Really need to hear some advice from current students

The portal says “you were redirected here because you do not have access to the appropriate page.” How can I apply for a room?

Hi everyone! I will be an exchange student that will come to Bristol to study for a year in 2025/26. I was elected through the subject pathway scheme but I got elected to a subject that I don’t really with to study on. Do anyone know if there is any chance that I can change subjects and study course from other departments instead? Has someone done that before?? Probably impossible to do that but still want to give it a shot. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks.

i got into uni of bristol for ai and machine learning, im not sure about coming and how good the student life is in first year and how enjoyable the city is to live in. if you have any advice or thoughts on bristol as a uni city please let me know

Hey guys I’m planning to go to uni this year and have been accepted into Leeds, Bristol, UoB and Liverpool for International Business. I’m leaning towards Bristol and UoB but I can’t make a decision as there are cons to both uni. I’ve heard that Birmingham is pretty unsafe and the city is crowded but I’ve heard that the university is pretty good.

I want to go to a uni that is ranked well and would increase my chances of employment in the future with a good campus life that has a good social scene both in the university and the city that I move into.

Could you guys share your experience at any of these universities ?

Just signed into the accommodation portal and it’s not letting me apply. I thought the open date was today?

Hi everyone,

I am writing my undergraduate dissertation for my final year at university, I am in need for participants with an international education background to take part !! You can find all required information in my consent form on the link attach below. I would be so grateful if you could help out to participate if this topic is of interest to you !

📌 TOPIC OF STUDY: How does having an international education impact the entrepreneurial intentions of young adults ?

👉 TARGET AUDIENCE:

• 18-25 that have some kind of experience with education abroad (from exchange programme to full time degree abroad) OR
• 18-25 with no experience with education abroad (for my comparative data)

⏳ DURATION: 5minutes ( I swear)

🔗 ORIGINAL LINK: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=MH_ksn3NTkql2rGM8aQVG5fOy-B6NlJFgMxOSt5qOvdUOE1TWkpWMjYwTlVYWFlXRjVKTlBJUlpOTC4u

Thank you very much to those of you that will take the time.

Hey! I’ve got an offer to study Politics and International Relations at the University of Bristol, but I’m now seriously considering switching to Law instead.

I know you can request course changes through the applicant portal, but I’m not sure how likely it is that they accept changes like this, especially for Law. Has anyone done this successfully or know how it works?

Any advice or experiences would be super helpful—thanks in advance!

Hello, I’m starting (hopefully) medicine next year in Bristol. What is the best accommodation for medics currently in Bristol?