University of Warwick vs University of Bristol Comparsion

University of Warwick vs University of Bristol

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University of Warwick is placed at a rank 67 out of 1401 in global ranking and 9 out of 89 in UK.  University of Bristol combines academic excellence with an independent and forward-thinking spirit. The university is ranked #61 in QS Global World Rankings 2023, #93 in Best Global Universities 2023 by US News

Overview Comparison
University of WarwickUniversity of Bristol
Collegedunia Score6.1 Out of 106.1 Out of 10
ranking (overall)# 7 The Guardian 2026
# 74 QS World University 2026
# 122 Times Higher Education 2026
# 15 The Guardian 2026
# 51 QS World University 2026
# 80 Times Higher Education 2026
Subject Strength# 151 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025
# 51 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
# 168 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
# 100 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025
# 51 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
# 59 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
ProgramsUG Programs -123
PG Programs -95
Doctorate Programs -3
UG Programs -168
PG Programs -114
Doctorate Programs -49
Acceptance Rate14.0 %67.0 %
Exam ScoreGMAT-620
IELTS-7
PTE-70
SAT-900
TOEFL-92
GRE-316
IELTS-6.5
PTE-67
SAT-650
TOEFL-103
Cost to StudyAverage Tuition Fees   29830
[For UG Program]
Average Tuition Fees  31450
[For PG Program]
Hostel + Meal - 1260 Per Year
Average Tuition Fees   45952
[For UG Program]
Average Tuition Fees  20100
[For PG Program]
Hostel + Meal - 9720 Per Year
placement (average package)

Gradaute Employability rankings: #77.

QS World University ranking: #54

Best Global University in United Kingdom: #21

Warwick University & Business School Graduates & Alumni Salaries - By  Degree:

  • Executive Masters:$107,000
  • MBA:$96,000
  • Master in Finance: $70,000
  • Bachelor Of Science:$66,000
  • Doctrate:$60,000
  • Master in Science:$59,000

Ranked #61 in QS world University Rankings ; #49 in Graduate Employment Ranking

Top Recruiters Are : Atkins, IBM, MI5, AstraZeneca, BT, HSBC, PwC, KPMG, Deloitte etc

Bristol University Graduates & Alumni Salaries - By  Degree

  • Masters in Management: $77,000 
  • PhD: $75,000 
  • Master (Other): $70,000 
  • Other Degree: $67,000 
  • Bachelor (Other): $64,000 
  • Bachelor of Arts: $59,000 

application requirements

Interview may be required, UG applications are accepted through UCAS, personal statement and LORs are required for both UG and PG applications

academic transcripts; 2 academic references; translations of relevant documents; personal statement/essay; research proposal; poof of English language proficiency

Campuses and B-SchoolsWarwick Business School
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General Facts Comparison
General FactsUniversity of WarwickUniversity of Bristol
Type of UniversityUniversity
University
Established1965
1595
Student:Faculty Ratio13:1
:1
Male:Female50% Male, 50% Female47% Male, 53% Female
Location Facts

The campus is located in central England lying close to Coventry City center and extending into Warwickshire. It is bordered by countryside view, with Tocil woods, local cycling paths, and nature reserves. Birmingham and Coventry is situated close to the campus. 


Located in Bristol, England; a gateway to the South West; provides easy access to Bath, Cardiff, surrounding countryside, etc. Students can take a hike to Mendip Hills, discover Glastonbury, Cotswolds, Forest of Dean, local beaches at Weston-super-Mare, Brean Down and Sand Bay, etc.


Library

E-books: 1.1 Million, Ejournals: 67,000;
Full-text articles: 3.7 million;
around 19,000 print books are purchased annually


10 libraries; 45,000 meters of printed stock; millions of books, ebooks, journals, manuscripts, etc; special collections with materials dating from the 11th century to the present day


Campus Life

Various bars, cafes, and shops are situated on-campus. It also has new sports and well-being hub, an art center, and private/group learning spaces. There are more than 300 student-run societies and clubs available, alongside two theatres, a studio, and a concert hall. 


350 societies, sports clubs, groups & support networks; Indoor Sports Centre (consisting of gyms, studios, sports halls, etc.); swimming pool; University Boathouse.


Hostel#Residence- Per Month - $460
#Residence- Per Month - $600
#Rent and Bills - $9720
Famous Alumni

Yakubu Gowon (former Nigerian President), Stephan Merchant (writer), Tundu Lissu (Tanzanian lawyer), Rajiv Bajaj (MD of Bajaj Auto), Luis Arce (Bolivian President), Joseph Ngute (PM of Cameroon), Angus Imrie (Actor), etc


13 Nobel Prize winners; Simon Pegg (Writer & Actor); Jonathan Evans (Former Head of MI5); Alastair Stewart (Journalist); Paul Dirac (Physicist & Nobel Prize winner); Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma (Former South African Minister of Health); Parambrata Chattopadhyay (Indian Film Actor & Director); William Jack Poulter (Actor).


City Life

The city offers green spaces, buzzing nightlife, a young student population, and multiculturalism. It is considered one of the top 10 student cities in UK and has some amazing art centers and theatres. It hosts a variety of music festivals. There is an array of businesses in Coventry benefiting from the international student population. The unemployment rate of the city is around 3.7%.


The largest city in the South West; 90 minutes from London; Known for Georgian architecture, gritty graffiti, harbourside living, etc.; Economy based on creative media, electronics, aerospace industries; Home to 30 art galleries; Famous attractions include Bristol Zoo Gardens, At-Bristol, Bristol Harbour, St. Mary Redcliffe, Bristol Cathedral, Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cheddar Gorge.