University of Bristol
South West, England
How much do University of Bristol graduates earn by subject?
University of Bristol graduates earn a median salary of £43,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £70,300, while Performing arts graduates earn £29,900.
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How competitive is University of Bristol?
In 2024, University of Bristol received 126,365 applications and accepted 14,970 students, giving an acceptance rate of 11.8%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £24,800 to £48,300 per year in tuition at University of Bristol. Living costs are estimated at £11,000–£15,000 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of Bristol?
85% of University of Bristol graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 25 subjects with median salaries ranging from £29,900 to £70,300. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 77.4% | £70,300 |
| Economics | 90.1% | £59,900 |
| Business and management | 87.3% | £58,900 |
| Medicine and dentistry | 90.6% | £53,300 |
| Law | 90.2% | £51,800 |
| Mathematical sciences | 88.1% | £47,800 |
| Allied health | 87.1% | £46,000 |
| Chemistry | 85.1% | £45,600 |
| Engineering | 86.7% | £44,900 |
| Veterinary sciences | 91.1% | £43,800 |
| Physics and astronomy | 82% | £43,200 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 80.5% | £41,200 |
| Languages and area studies | 86.5% | £40,500 |
| Medical sciences | 87.7% | £40,200 |
| Biosciences | 84.2% | £40,200 |
| Combined and general studies | 85.7% | £39,800 |
| Politics | 89.9% | £39,400 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 86.8% | £38,300 |
| History and archaeology | 88.3% | £37,200 |
| Psychology | 83.8% | £36,100 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 84.7% | £33,900 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 82.8% | £33,600 |
| English studies | 86.8% | £33,600 |
| Health and social care | 85.3% | £30,500 |
| Performing arts | 93% | £29,900 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Entry Requirements
Competitive courses (Medicine, Law) require A*AA; others may accept ABB.
View official requirements →Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £70,300
- 2 Economics £59,900
- 3 Business and management £58,900
- 4 Medicine and dentistry £53,300
- 5 Law £51,800
Quick Facts
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Estimated Living Costs
Bristol living costs estimate
View cost details →Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings 5 years after graduation for 2015-17 graduates.
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