University of Undergraduate prospectus 2021

Undergraduate prospectus At Bristol we do things a little differently. See what we mean: watch our film Find‘ your focus.’

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The Bristol difference Welcome to Bristol 2 Doing things differently 4 An innovative education 6 Contacts Making a difference 8 Tel +44 (0)117 394 1649 World-class campus 10 Email [email protected] Our city 12 Our location 14 For up-to-date information visit bristol.ac.uk/ug-study Explore your horizons Discover your potential 16 University of Bristol Undergraduate prospectus 2021 Wellbeing 17 ISSN 0956-2109 Your career begins here 18 Design: pelotondesign.co.uk Industry experience, professional insight 20 Print: Belmont Press Photography: Dan Rowley, Chloe Maughan, New horizons, global perspectives 22 Destination Bristol, FineTime Photography, Jack Wiseall, Paul Box, Your university experience © University of Bristol 2020 Accommodation 24 Sport 28 If you need all or part of this Bristol SU 30 publication in an alternative Our courses format, please contact us: Choosing your course 32 +44 (0)117 394 1649 Courses A to Z 34-129 Applying 130 [email protected] Course index 136-143

Further information Finance and fees 144 Bursaries and scholarships 146 Visit us, discover more 148 Clifton campus map 150

bristol.ac.uk/ug-study THE BRISTOL DIFFERENCE 2 WELCOME TO BRISTOL Welcome to Bristol

When you join us, you’ll become part of a world-leading university that does things a bit differently.

As a globally respected institution, we aim to tackle some of the world’s greatest challenges through innovative research. We apply this innovative approach to our teaching, our curriculum and the way we support you. You’ll live and study in the heart of Bristol, one of Europe’s most exciting and creative cities. The city will influence and inform your studies and you’ll find a world of opportunities right outside the lecture theatre. In this guide we want to show you a little of what it is like to become a Bristol student. Read on to hear from some current Bristol students and explore the very best of student life.

‘Join us to realise your full potential and you will become part of a successful and ambitious university at a uniquely exciting moment in our history. Within our diverse and friendly community you will find a supportive environment in which you can fully explore the outstanding experience Bristol can offer. I hope I shall have the pleasure of welcoming you to the University.’

Professor Vice- and President

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bristol.ac.uk/ug-study In October 2018 the University of Bristol’s Cabot Institute commissioned Bristol artist Anna Higgie to create a mural about climate change. The mural represents the threats of climate change informed by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).

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Our research breaks new ground and this leads to innovative teaching. Bristol academics bring their work to life in our first-rate teaching facilities, challenging you to consider the big questions facing our world.

We’re leading the way academically and in how we approach your wellbeing. Our unique Bristol Futures initiative will expand your horizons and enhance your skills. Our holistic approach to wellbeing will help you to realise your full potential.

We’re part of a brilliant city and we’ve absorbed and influenced its restless and independent spirit for more than a century. Our collaborations with industry and local partners directly influence your undergraduate experience, giving your studies real-life relevance.

We’re taking a stand on climate change as one of the first UK universities to declare a climate emergency. We aim to play a key role in combatting climate change and this is reflected in a range of initiatives on campus – from Green Lab accreditation for the School of Biological Sciences labs to vegware cups in our Source cafés: bristol.ac.uk/green. Our world-renowned Cabot Institute brings together more than 600 experts from multiple disciplines who are working together to research solutions to the climate challenges we face.

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Our vision is that you experience intellectually challenging courses shaped by our pioneering research and taught by inspiring teachers. The University is ranked Our Bristol Futures Curriculum Framework joint ninth in enables us to realise this vision. It promotes Higher Education intellectually stimulating teaching that values European Teaching your personal development and nurtures your Ranking 2019. sense of belonging. Through units designed in consultation with students, employers and alumni, you will apply your subject learning to some of the major challenges facing our world. Our teachers are supported by the Bristol Institute for Learning and Teaching, which promotes the latest in educational innovation and means our academics can deliver the best, evidence-based teaching. You will learn through challenging and enjoyable lectures, seminars, e-learning, tutorials and practicals, with access to our high-quality resources and facilities. At Bristol, our research-led teaching and innovative curriculum allow you to thrive academically and develop personally, with the academic support to help you make the most of your experience. bristol.ac.uk/ug-study 9 THE BRISTOL DIFFERENCE AN INNOVATIVE EDUCATION 7

Research-led thinking Our approach is built around a research-led curriculum. Both the content of our degree courses and the way they are delivered are influenced by the research taking place at the University. This means you will get an insight into how your subject relates to the wider world and will be taught by researchers working at the forefront of their fields. You may even have the opportunity to work alongside them on research projects. At Bristol, we look at how academics from different disciplines can work together to find solutions to the world’s most pressing problems. As well as making groundbreaking discoveries, our academics write your curriculum and deliver your lectures. This expert, up-to-the minute teaching combined with the University’s continual investment in new facilities and technology offers you the highest quality of education.

‘I had the opportunity to go on the International Leadership Programme in collaboration with the International Institute of Information Technology in Bangalore. It was just the most incredible experience. That’s what I think Bristol’s good at – knowing what’s relevant and educating you about it, academically, culturally, socially.’

Emma (BSc Economics) 9 bristol.ac.uk/ug-study THE BRISTOL DIFFERENCE 8 MAKING A DIFFERENCE Making a difference ‘We believe we are part of the Bristol students think solution and are working with in bold and collaborative other local businesses to address ways to tackle problems the issues that face us all as part and develop innovative of this climate emergency.’ solutions. Jack (BSc 2015) Co-Founder and Operations Lead, LettUs Grow Bristol graduates win Nobel Prizes, travel to the International Space Station, write best selling books and make world-changing discoveries. We encourage you to adopt the inventive and creative spirit that characterises the University and find your own way to make a difference. Jack Farmer (BSc 2015) is co-founder of LettUsGrow, a company founded in 2015 with two fellow Bristol alumni. The company aims to tackle the global challenges of carbon emissions, environmental pollution and food security through innovative indoor growing methods. Our Centre for Innovation and Enterprise is designed to facilitate collaborative working. The purpose-built workspace includes a studio and prototype workshop where students on the MSci Innovation courses work in multidisciplinary groups to apply their subject knowledge to real-world challenges. Bristol Phab is a student-led voluntary group that runs sessions encouraging students and young people from the Bristol community to have fun on an equal basis through activities like baking, dance and crafts.

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‘As a startup founder, my hope is to better my existing robot model and further push the boundaries of my business into the UK. I have received tremendous support so far from the enterprise team and the numerous career fairs that are held regularly.’

Guneesha (MSci Management with Innovation)

‘At Phab we really try to show that students are doing so much more: we are trying to make a difference, we are raising money, we put our time into running these groups. We’re a community that aren’t going to leave as soon as we’ve graduated.’

Emma (MSci Chemistry) President, Bristol Phab

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First-class facilities, an A place to belong In 2018 we began a major redevelopment innovative, student-focused programme at our main Clifton campus. campus redevelopment Designed in consultation with students, the project will transform the centre of our campus and a transformational new into a vibrant hub for the University and city enterprise campus – it’s an community. The development includes a new Arts and Social Sciences Library, a refurbished exciting time to become a sports centre and a multi-purpose student hub. University of Bristol student. Housing a Student Information Service, food court and SU bar, the hub provides creative The (right) Bristol offers outstanding facilities, such as learning space, student support and a welcoming place to belong. incorporates public art in the Life Sciences building, which features a innovative ways within the five-storey laboratory wing, a state-of-the-art A new campus for Bristol fabric of the newly refurbished greenhouse and one of the largest teaching Work is underway on the Temple Quarter Grade II listed building. labs in the UK. Enterprise Campus, a £300 million development The refurbished Fry Building opened as a with a focus on teaching and research in world-class facility for the School of Mathematics digital technologies. The new campus is in autumn 2019. Designed to foster interaction part of the transformation of Bristol’s Temple and incorporate public art, the building includes Quarter, one of Europe’s biggest urban a variety of study and social spaces. There regeneration projects. is a courtyard paved in a design inspired by Bristol-born Nobel Prize-winning mathematician and a Voronoi diagram screening the building-height atrium. The Faculty of Engineering has invested more than £19 million in new facilities to support hands-on learning, including a 500m2 teaching lab, a propulsion lab, a satellite lab and ground station, and our creative workshop, Hackspace. We have nine libraries, offering study spaces, specialist subject librarians and millions of research and learning resources. Our three managed study centres include Beacon House, which features a collaborative study space and group working rooms.

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‘I fell in love with the architecture: , the Physics building and Victoria Rooms. Now that the Fry Building is finished, I absolutely love it. I feel very proud to walk in there.’

Amber (BSc Mathematics) THE BRISTOL DIFFERENCE 12 OUR CITY Our city

Bristol is a laid-back city that never sleeps, a welcoming home and a place that celebrates difference.

The city’s architecture charts its story, from regal Georgian crescents to rainbow-coloured homes, from alleyways adorned by to modern public buildings built with sustainability in mind. Our city is thriving, driven by our independent and innovative spirit, we’re learning from our long history and asking how we can live better, greener and happier. Bristol is a place where creativity, outdoor pursuits and indie culture form a compelling mix. It’s home to breaking bands; Europe’s largest street art festival, Upfest; world-class concert venues; a host of green spaces and sporting venues and an impressive food scene. You’ll have endless opportunities to seek adventure, relaxation or inspiration. Small enough to explore easily, large enough to always offer something new and exciting – our students love their beautiful city.

‘I love that Bristol remains independent, edgy and unique. It has a vibe unlike any other student city. It combines history and culture but always with a progressive mindset. It’s a city that cares for the environment, for its people, and for living a good life.’

Juan Pablo (BSc Politics and International Relations)

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UNESCO Creative City of Film

UK’s first cycling city

Voted ‘World Vegan Capital’ (source: Chef’s Pencil)

Our green and leafy city contains more than 400 public parks and gardens.400+ THE BRISTOL DIFFERENCE 14 OUR LOCATION Our location

Our main campus overlooks the city centre and harbourside – an ideal location from which to explore the city.

Bristol is made up of distinct neighbourhoods, each representing an aspect of the city’s diverse character. Popular areas include the Georgian streets of Clifton Village, a top spot for café culture and Sunday brunch less than ten minutes’ walk from the main campus. Clifton Triangle, a focal point for nights out, and our iconic Wills Memorial Building sit at the top of Park Street, which boasts some of the city’s finest coffee shops, bakeries and eateries. The harbourside is a short walk down Park Street and is a cultural hub offering bars, restaurants, museums, an independent cinema and weekly street food markets. Cross the water to the shipping containers of Wapping Wharf to experience some of the city’s most exciting new cuisine. Alternatively, head left at the bottom of Park Street to find shopping centre or the famously independent shops, bars and restaurants of nearby Gloucester Road. Venture further still to Easton, one of Time Out’s 50 coolest neighbourhoods in the world 2019.

Directions and maps You can find campus maps, walking routes, a self-guided tour and detailed Our Bristol 1.  Avenue, 3. Park Street 6. Clifton Village directions to the University at University of Bristol 4. Harbourside 7. Cabot Tower bristol.ac.uk/maps. neighbourhood 2. Wills Memorial 5. Cargo and Building Wapping Wharf bristol.ac.uk/city THE BRISTOL DIFFERENCE OUR LOCATION 15

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We provide a range of Mature students Our Mature Students’ Adviser and Mature academic support to help Student Advocates provide dedicated support to you recognise your unique help you make the best possible start, including welcome events, meet ups and peer mentoring. learning style and discover Celebrating multiculturalism your strengths. We support international students from the moment you accept an offer right through to Through online resources, workshops and graduation. Our Global Lounge celebrates feedback we will help you develop your multiculturalism through a programme of social academic and transferable skills so that you can events and cultural celebrations, providing confidently progress to university-level study. information and advice for international students Personal tutor coming to Bristol and all students seeking On most of our undergraduate courses you will opportunities overseas. be assigned a personal tutor, who will get to Disability Services know you well and help you make the most of Students who come to Bristol with ongoing your university experience. You will work with health or mental health conditions, sensory them on your personal development planning impairments, mobility or specific learning and they can offer advice on academic matters difficulties can access additional advice and accessing specialist support. and support from Disability Services. Skills development and training Make contact with us early to find out what The Study Skills service provides online support is available and how to access it. interactive resources to complement your academic learning. These are supported by one-to-one tutorials and small-group workshops on topics including time management, critical thinking, exam and revision techniques and academic writing.

Peer support Through our peer support schemes you can talk to trained student leaders about student life. Peer-assisted study sessions and a peer mentoring scheme are available to help you settle in during your first months at Bristol.

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We’re here to help you Looking after yourself You will find a huge range of free resources on get the most from your our health and wellbeing website, including university experience – to videos, podcasts and our free student health app. Shout (crisis messenger) is a free mental stay well, feel supported and health support service offering trained help reach your full potential. 24 hours a day. Our free or low-cost sport and activity Making the transition to university can be programmes can help you keep fit and challenging but we will support you in taking a stay healthy. positive approach to managing your physical, emotional and mental health. At Bristol, we Finding space on campus aim for you to feel independent but not alone. There are lots of spaces around campus to relax and recharge, including dedicated In your department calm space, the Bristol SU Living Rooms As well as your personal tutor, a team of Student and mindfulness activities in our libraries. Bristol SU Living Rooms Wellbeing Advisers in your school can provide The Multifaith Chaplaincy offers confidential offer a comfortable space non-clinical advice about personal or emotional pastoral and spiritual support and a welcoming to unwind and have fun. challenges or can refer you to other services and space for all faiths and none. Student societies, There are four rooms in our help coordinate the right approach for you. such as the Wellbeing Network, provide a place residential villages and one to talk about wellbeing and connect with others. in Senate House at the heart Specialist services and support of the main campus. Our on-campus Students’ Health Service provides the full range of NHS GP services, including support for mental health. Our Student Counselling Service offers ways to maintain positive mental health, including self-help materials and workshops. Individual and group counselling is available for issues that directly impact your ability to study. If you’re not sure where to get support, our Wellbeing Access service provides a single point of contact to find out more.

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University of Bristol is in law firms and chambers for professional insight, application support and placements. Bristol alumni the fourth most targeted span the globe and our exclusive online space, university by leading UK Bristol Connects, offers a convenient way to make contact with our professional and country-specific graduate employers and alumni networks: bristol.ac.uk/alumni. in the UK top ten for Get ahead with work experience graduate employability.* Work experience, internships and volunteering are recognised routes to graduate positions and A connected careers service companies in a wide range of sectors promote Our Careers Service welcomes 350 companies their opportunities to Bristol students through to campus each year for employer presentations, our mycareer and myopportunities portals. The networking events, workshops and careers fairs. Careers Service works with small and medium Our careers advisers deliver a comprehensive enterprises (SMEs) to provide internships in range of services within your academic school smaller companies. and from the Careers Service in Tyndall Avenue. Launching your own startup Talks, webinars and individual appointments At Bristol, we actively encourage the innovators will help you assess and develop your skills and and entrepreneurs of the future. The Basecamp perfect your application and interview technique. Enterprise Team provides one-to-one guidance Through our online careers portal, mycareer, you and workshops to help you develop an enterprise can find part-time and vacation work, internships mindset, access funding and create a business plan. and graduate jobs and access hundreds of careers resources. Through our New Enterprise Competition, startups can apply for grant funding at different stages Industry-endorsed skills award of their journey, from trialling initial ideas to Recognising the skills you can develop through pitching for up to £20,000 of growth funding. work experience, volunteering and extracurricular *High Fliers Research, 2020 activities, the Bristol PLUS Award provides a QS Graduate Employability Ranking 2020 framework to help you develop your employability. The award is endorsed by 19 leading graduate recruiters, including FDM, HMRC and British Red Cross. ‘My course has a unit with the Careers Service called Biomedical Research and Employability. Professional partnerships Our enviable connections to top graduate I’ve learned CV and cover letter writing and had recruiters facilitate many employability initiatives, a practice interview, which gives me experience such as the University of ’s Professional Mentoring Scheme. The scheme before having a real interview for my career.’ connects top-performing students with mentors Rhodri (BSc Biomedical Sciences) bristol.ac.uk/careers EXPLORE YOUR HORIZONS YOUR CAREER BEGINS HERE 19

As a Bristol graduate you’ll join a global network with invaluable connections. Our alumni network comprises 160,000 graduates in more than 180 countries, with experts and influencers in every sector of industry.

Where are our graduates six months after graduation?

Full-time work 57.3% Full-time study 20.5% Part-time work 7.5% Travelling 6% Not working 4.6% Starting work in next month 2.2% Part-time study 0.9% Doing something else 0.9%

Our graduate destinations data is taken from the Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education Survey (DLHE) 2016/17 and is the most recent data available. Results from the new Graduate Outcomes survey will be available on our website in early summer 2020 at bristol.ac.uk/careers/career-options.

Explore popular graduate destinations by subject: bristol.ac.uk/careers/career-options

bristol.ac.uk/careers EXPLORE YOUR HORIZONS 20 INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE, PROFESSIONAL INSIGHT Industry experience, professional insight

Applying your degree to real-world challenges in industry can bring your subject to life.

Spending time working in industry as part of your course can be an unforgettable experience. Throughout your placement you will work on live projects as a valued member of a team, applying your subject knowledge in practical ways while gaining invaluable insight into your discipline.

Study in industry We offer approximately 20 courses that include a ‘Study in Industry’ or professional placement option. Using our considerable links to industry, we will help you find a position that complements your subject focus and suits your interests.

Gaining professional experience Students studying social sciences or law can access the Professional Liaison Network, where you can gain real-world insight and experience from professionals working in fields relevant to your academic study. The Industrial Liaison Office in the Faculty of Engineering arranges mentoring, networking opportunities and paid summer internships with a number of companies. Placements typically last six to 12 weeks and help you explore careers in the engineering or technology sectors: We offer more than bristol.ac.uk/engineering/ilo. 20 courses with industry placements. bristol.ac.uk/ug-study20+ EXPLORE YOUR HORIZONS INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE, PROFESSIONAL INSIGHT 21

‘The University put me in contact with companies in Shenzhen, who were offering work experience. I was able to choose a role that was a good fit for my career goals and I’m receiving help to prepare with Mandarin lessons.’

Laura (MSci Biochemistry with Medical Biochemistry)

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Each year more than 700 A year or semester abroad All our modern languages degrees include a year Bristol students gain a abroad. In other subjects, if you want to spend a new perspective on their year studying overseas in a foreign language, look for courses with ‘Study in Continental Europe’ in degree through spending the title. Courses that include ‘Study Abroad’ in time abroad. the title allow you to study at an English-speaking university overseas for a full year. At Bristol you have hundreds of opportunities Alternatively, several departments offer the to experience a new culture and boost your opportunity to spend a semester overseas personal development through overseas travel. during your degree. Depending on your course you could study Work abroad abroad for a semester or a full year of your If you study a modern language or your course degree or take part in a shorter programme includes a year in industry, you may have the during the summer. Study at one of our 150 opportunity to work overseas as part of your prestigious partner universities – currently degree. The Careers Service also supports including the University of California, the students who are interested in working overseas , the National University during the summer break or after graduation. of and the – or organise a work placement, internship or Summer and short-term programmes volunteering opportunity. There are plenty of other opportunities to go Whatever you choose, our Global Opportunities abroad with our shorter programmes or summer team will be on hand to support you every step schools. Exciting options currently include a of the way. Chinese language and culture course in Beijing and a global leadership programme with Build new skills Santander in Madrid. You can also create your Spending time abroad is an adventure but it own programme and study, work or volunteer is also an investment in your future. Research abroad during the summer. shows that students who spend time overseas are more likely to be employed six months after Financial help graduation and earn higher starting salaries.* Many of our programmes are fully or partly funded and a range of scholarships is available to help with the costs of going abroad. You may also be eligible for student loans and grants while you are away. *‘Gone International: Rising Aspirations’, Universities UK, 2019

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‘My year abroad has been spent studying topics I never thought I’d encounter, going to places I never knew existed and surprising myself in all the things I didn’t know I could do or be.’

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Our Student Residential Student Residential Village North Student Residential Village West This is a vibrant student village of six residences Four large residences, including one catered Villages offer a ready-made on the edge of The Downs in . residence and several small properties, accommodate around 1,200 undergraduates community that will help Residences include catered and near shops, cafés and self-catered accommodation housing you settle into student life. restaurants of Clifton Village. around 2,300 undergraduates. Choosing where to live • Residences range in size from 230 places • Residences range in size from 30 places Our residences are more than just a place to eat at Durdham Hall to over 740 places at at Hillside Woodside to more than 220 and sleep; they are exciting communities that will Hiatt Baker. places at . become your home for your first year. You will mix • Each residence has its own bar or • Most residences have their own bar or with students from around the world and meet , study room and common room. people who could become your friends for life. access to computer facilities. • The University and the city centre are We have accommodation to suit all tastes, from • There is a dedicated bus service within a short walk. shared Georgian townhouses in colourful Clifton to and from the Clifton campus. to modern residences right in the city centre. Where you choose to live will depend on the Student Residential Village East experience you are seeking and your budget. Around 2,200 undergraduates live in our You can select your preferences from a choice centrally located, self-catered residences. of new or old, large or small and catered or Some of our East Village residences are self-catered accommodation. run in partnership with private student Our residences are located in three distinct housing providers. residential villages in Stoke Bishop, the city • Residences range in size from eight places at centre and Clifton, and all are within walking our campus houses to more than 550 places distance of the main university campus in Clifton. at Riverside. • Most residences have their own common room. • The University, city centre and harbourside are all on the doorstep.

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5,500 places are available for new undergraduates.

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Joining a community Visit before you apply Living in private accommodation Each Student Residential Village features a You will have the opportunity to visit a selection If you plan to live at home or in private Student Support Centre and staff available of residences at our undergraduate open days accommodation, you will have plenty 24 hours a day, seven days a week. These in June and September 2020, and you can of opportunities to meet new people at centres form the heart of a network of support take a virtual tour of our residences at university events, including Welcome Week. services, which includes live-in Senior Residents, bristol.ac.uk/accommodation/ug. who are approachable, friendly and on hand to After your first year offer support. How much will it cost? Most students move into private Accommodation fees vary but the table below accommodation after their first year. The most All residences have a Junior Common Room will give you a good idea of cost. popular areas for students are those close to (JCR), a student-led social committee that the University: Kingsdown, Clifton, Cotham organises events and activities throughout type Weekly cost* Annual fee* and Redland. The cost of renting privately will year, such as fancy-dress nights, pub quizzes Self-catered depend on the size, quality and location of the and all-day music festivals. You will be able to Shared £93 – £111 £3,906 – £4,662 property you choose. suggest events to your student representative Standard single £107 – £166 £4,494 – £6,972 and take an active role in organising them. If you are willing to venture a little further out, En suite £162 – £177 £6,804 – £7,434 you will find cheaper rents. Costs vary between Representatives from your residence will take Catered £320 to approximately £500 per calendar part in Students’ Union Council meetings, help Shared £154 £6,468 month per person, living in a shared house; you get involved with projects in halls and the Standard single £180 – £185 £7,560 – £7,776 £420 per calendar month plus bills is the wider community, and introduce you to student average you can expect to pay. networks and initiatives. En suite £201 – £211 £8,442 – £8,862

Typical accommodation fees for a 42-week tenancy (based on Accommodation Office Active Residences 2019/20 figures). Our Accommodation Office can help you find The Active Residences programme recognises *Figures rounded to nearest pound. somewhere to live and offer advice on University the importance of regular exercise to help reduce Accommodation fees include a bus pass, internet, heating and allocated and private rented accommodation stress, maintain physical health and improve electricity costs. Additional compulsory costs include insurance throughout your time at Bristol. We provide and a JCR fee. concentration. Each village runs a programme specialist advice, for example for students with of free fitness classes and yoga to help you disabilities or with young families, and will do stay fit and feel good. There is no membership everything we can to make sure you feel at fee and classes are suitable for all fitness levels, home throughout your time at Bristol. with a range of activities to suit every taste: bristol.ac.uk/sport.

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Our wide range of activities Sports clubs and programmes The University of Bristol and Bristol Students’ and excellent facilities will Union provide more than 70 sports clubs, help you lead a healthy, active ranging from rugby to Ultimate Frisbee. lifestyle and benefit from Bristol came eighth overall in the UK inter-university (BUCS) sports league in the positive effects of sport. 2018/19. There are plenty of opportunities to play sport for fun, in the Intramural Programme Something for everyone or as part of our inclusive and beginner-friendly Taking part in sport can help you settle into B:Active sessions. university life. It’s a great way to meet new people and make lasting friendships. You can also Performance Sport develop your employability skills with our sports Our Performance Squad programme supports leadership and volunteering programmes. and develops student athletes so that they can combine a sporting career with academic Whether you are looking to join our Performance study at the University. Members of the squad Squad to compete at the highest level or just develop a personal action plan supported by want to keep fit, we offer something for you. experienced coaches, and they can access There are a range of membership packages, strength and conditioning training, nutrition which provide flexible payment options and advice, physiotherapy and sports psychology. access to our extensive sports facilities, including: The squad has supported Olympians, • the Indoor Sports Centre on the Clifton Commonwealth medallists and world champions. campus, which includes state-of-the-art gym equipment, studios, a sports hall Scholarships and a sports medicine clinic; Scholarships are open to prospective and current students who are competing at a junior, senior, • a 32-metre swimming pool in the national or international level within their sport. Richmond Building; The Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships offer between • Coombe Dingle Sports Complex, featuring £1,500 and £3,000 a year for students with grass and artificial pitches, an indoor tennis exceptional sporting ability. centre and a strength and conditioning suite; • a boathouse at on the River Avon.

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‘No matter what your ability you’re always able to be in a team and to race; no one gets left behind. Everyone at the boat club knows each other. There are people that I fully trust to the end of the earth. They see your highs when you’re winning races and your lows when it’s 6 am on a Sunday and it’s raining and you would really rather be somewhere else.’

Anna (BA English), University of Bristol Boat Club Captain

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As a student here you’ll be a Venues The Richmond Building is home to Bristol SU and member of Bristol SU, which offers extensive facilities, including the Balloon @Bristol_SU represents your student Bar, two theatres, a pottery studio, music practice rooms, a radio studio, dance studios and a voice, provides advice and 32-metre swimming pool. It also houses one of support and offers access the city’s biggest gig venues, the Anson Rooms, which has hosted big-name acts including bristolsu to more than 400 clubs, Amy Winehouse, Ed Sheeran, Gentleman’s Dub societies and projects. Club, and Bob’s Comedy Funhouse (RuPaul’s Drag Race). Your students’ union The Bristol SU Living Room in Senate House is bristol_su Bristol SU is an organisation for all students, led a space at the heart of campus where you can by elected student reps working together to help relax, unwind and meet new people. There are you get the best from your time in Bristol. It is similar spaces opening in our residential villages, independent from the University but works with bringing Bristol SU closer to you. bristolsu.org.uk it closely. Representation Bristol SU supports more than 400 societies, A full-time officer team and more than fifteen sports clubs and volunteering projects, including chairs of networks are elected by you to everything from skydiving to anime and baking represent your views and needs to the union, to football. It organises hundreds of events the University and the National Union of Students. throughout the year, from club nights to quizzes These reps look after a variety of areas, including and TEDx talks. It also provides services, academic issues and the running of the union as including advice about academic issues well as equality and diversity issues. There are and letting agency questions. lots of ways to make your voice heard, such as Welcome Week voting in elections, contributing to research or In your first week Bristol SU runs a festival to running as an elected rep. welcome you to the University, featuring events Volunteering each day in the SU building and venues across Bristol SU supports 14 student-led volunteering the city. The Welcome Fair is a showcase where projects (including Bristol Phab), which are you can meet society and sports club members all run by student volunteers leading projects and find out what’s on offer. about which they are passionate. The SU also connects hundreds of students with volunteering opportunities across Bristol so that you have a chance to make a positive impact on the city you call home: bristolsu.org.uk/volunteering bristolsu.org.uk YOUR UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE BRISTOL SU 31

‘Drag a friend to something! I’m in a lot of pacts with people where, if I come to the thing you’re interested in, you come to the thing I’m interested in. Go out and seek opportunities.’

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veterinary science courses usually take Focusing your interests Page five years to complete. Biology down to one degree subject Biochemistry with Intercalation Molecular Biology 42 can be difficult. This table We support our students who want to enhance Cancer Biology and Immunology 46 offers suggestions for our their medicine, dentistry or veterinary science Dental Hygiene and Therapy 64 degrees by intercalating, and we welcome Dentistry 65 degree courses based on students from other universities who are Medicine 101 the subjects you may be looking to intercalate at Bristol. For more information and a list of available courses Neuroscience 104 studying at A-level. please visit bristol.ac.uk/intercalate. Pharmacology 107 Physiological Science 113 Some of our degree courses require specific Part-time courses Veterinary Nursing and A-levels, others have no particular subject A part-time course is ideal if you need to balance Bioveterinary Science 127 requirement but certain A-levels may be studying for a degree with other commitments. useful preparation. These suggestions are Veterinary Nursing and We offer BA English Literature and Community not the full entry requirements; please refer Companion Animal Behaviour 127 Engagement (p74) and Foundation in Arts and to the relevant subject pages in this guide Zoology 44 Social Sciences (CertHE) (p41) as part-time for more information. courses. Several of our full-time degrees can be studied part-time; this option is indicated Chemistry Page About our courses alongside the course entry in this guide. Biochemistry 42 Our undergraduate degrees are either single Biochemistry with Molecular honours or joint honours, which allow you to Student agreement Biology and Biotechnology 42 study two subjects alongside one another. Social To help create a positive environment for learning sciences and arts courses (except for modern Biomedical Sciences 45 and academic achievement the University has languages) generally take three years to complete Cancer Biology and Immunology 46 established various rules and regulations that and lead to a bachelor’s (BA, BSc or LLB) all students must follow if they accept an offer Cellular and Molecular Medicine 46 degree. Most science and engineering courses of a place to study with us. These rules and Chemical Physics 48 offer a choice of a three-year bachelor’s or regulations include a Student Agreement, which Chemistry 50 four-year integrated ’s (MEng, MSci) sets out the relationship between the University Chemistry with degree. If you are unsure which course to of Bristol and its students. Copies of the current Scientific Computing 52 apply for, we recommend applying for the versions of the agreement and other policies are master’s course in order to secure four years Dentistry 65 available at bristol.ac.uk/applicants/policies. of financial support. Dentistry, medicine and Medical Microbiology 46 Medicine 101 Pharmacology 107 You can take some of these subjects with Veterinary Nursing and Quantitative Research Methods (p118) or Bioveterinary Science 127 as part of our Innovation degrees (p86). Veterinary Science 128 Virology and Immunology 46 bristol.ac.uk/ug-study OUR COURSES CHOOSING YOUR COURSE 33

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Gain exemptions from The school is friendly and BSc Accounting and Finance / BSc Accounting and Finance professional accounting exams supportive yet large enough to offer BSc Accounting and Finance with Professional Placement on our accredited courses and an international experience. Bristol with Study Abroad A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) benefit from our links with major is one of the UK’s major centres A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) employers in Bristol’s thriving for financial services and we have IB 36 (32†) This four-year course includes a financial services industry. strong links with accounting and You will study topics such as asset professional placement in your consultancy firms who support pricing, corporate finance, financial third year. Your placement will be our students with careers Study abroad year reporting, auditing, management in a financial environment, such as guidance, mentoring and accounting and taxation. In an accounting firm or the finance professional skills development. Industry placement the first year you will gain skills team of an organisation in another Our graduates have strong across the core disciplines of industry or the not-for-profit sector. Why study accounting and employment prospects, with a accounting, economics, finance The placement year will enhance finance at Bristol? significant proportion entering and mathematics. your understanding of the areas As one of the UK’s leading schools graduate careers in accounting, In your second and final years you of accounting and finance for research in accounting and finance and consulting industries. will learn more advanced theory encountered in your studies. finance* we produce high-quality * The Department of Management and and techniques and study financial You may also have the opportunity graduates with strong quantitative Department of Accounting and Finance were accounting, management and to complete the first stage of skills and a global outlook. together ranked sixth in the UK for research impact in analysis of REF 2014 by the accounting and finance in more the professional accounting Our professionally accredited Times Higher Education. depth. We will teach you how to examinations of the Institute degrees are informed by research analyse data from quantitative of Chartered Accountants in and professional practice, models and you will choose England and Wales (ICAEW), combining theoretical education several options from a range with some exemptions from exams with an understanding of how to of units, some of which may already available on the basis of tackle the many challenges faced contribute to exemptions from units studied during the first two by organisations today. professional examinations. years of your degree. We provide a rigorous training The Study Abroad course extends Placement opportunities are based in accounting and finance and our three-year BSc course to on first-year examination results a wide range of optional units four years, with your third year and a successful application to across finance, accounting and spent studying accounting and a participating employer. management, enabling you to tailor finance in English at a university your degree to reflect your career abroad. You can apply directly or ambitions. We offer fully integrated transfer from BSc Accounting and degrees in accounting and finance, Finance dependent on first-year accounting and management, and examination results. Find out more economics and accounting. about studying overseas at bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND LAW bristol.ac.uk/accounting 35

BSc Accounting and BSc Accounting and BSc Economics and BSc Economics and Accounting Management / BSc Accounting Management with Accounting / BSc Economics with Professional Placement and Management with Professional Placement and Accounting with A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) Study Abroad A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) Study Abroad IB 36 (32†) A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) This four-year course includes a IB 36 (32†) IB 36 (32†) This four-year course includes a third-year professional placement The professionally accredited professional placement in your The first two years contain in a financial environment, such as BSc Accounting and Management third year. Your placement will be mandatory units that will provide an accounting firm or the finance aims to equip you with the in a financial environment, such as a deep and robust understanding team of an organisation. ability to interpret, assess and an accounting firm or the finance in both disciplines; this will inform The placement year will enhance communicate financial and team of an organisation in another your choices in the final year when your understanding of the areas non-financial data, preparing industry or the not-for-profit sector. selecting from a wide range of of accounting encountered in you for a career as a future optional units. The placement year will enhance your studies. You will develop organisational decision maker. your understanding of the areas One third of the final year is made an understanding of how an Core units will develop sound of accounting and management up of two compulsory units: organisation operates and learn to knowledge of accounting practices, encountered in your studies. You Advanced Financial Reporting take on responsibility within a team. financial management techniques will also develop an understanding and Management Accounting You may have the opportunity and contemporary theories and of how an organisation operates for Strategy. For the remaining to complete the first stage of practices of management and and learn to take on responsibility two thirds you will choose from the professional accounting organisational behaviour. You will within a team. During the a range of options which must examinations of the Institute of have opportunities to specialise, placement you may have the include at least two economics Chartered Accountants in England choosing from an evolving range opportunity to complete the units. Previously, economics unit and Wales (ICAEW) during the of units, for example Taxation, first stage of the professional choices have included Behavioural placement, with some exemptions Corporate Social Responsibility accounting examinations of the Economics and International from exams available already on and Sustainability, Project Institute of Chartered Accountants Economics, while accounting the basis of units studied during Management, and International in England and Wales (ICAEW), and finance units have included the first two years of your degree. Human Resource Management. with some exemptions from exams Auditing, Financial Crises and This course is available by The course will allow you to already available on the basis of Financial Markets. transfer from BSc Economics develop key interpersonal skills units studied during the first two The Study Abroad course adds a and Accounting based on and sharpen your ability to years of your degree. valuable dimension to your learning first-year examination results think critically and challenge This course is available by during your third year, when you and a successful application received information. transfer from BSc Accounting and will study in English at one of our to a participating employer. On the Study Abroad course you Management; opportunities are partner institutions before returning will spend your third year studying based on first-year examination to Bristol for your fourth and accounting and management results and a successful application final year. in English at a partner university to a participating employer. Apply directly through UCAS or overseas before returning to Bristol apply to transfer to the Study for your final year. Find out more Abroad course early in your about studying overseas at second year. Find out more bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. about studying overseas at bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND LAW 36 bristol.ac.uk/accounting

BSc Finance The course is designed by Single Honours A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) researchers who have industry or BSc Accounting and Finance IB 36 (32†) regulatory experience. It is among 3 years NN43 the first courses in the UK to cover BSc Accounting and Finance with BSc Finance aims to equip you Professional Placement* new and disruptive forms of finance with the skills for a successful 4 years at undergraduate level, including BSc Accounting and Finance with career in the financial services cryptocurrencies, FinTech, digital Study Abroad industry, economic consultancy, 4 years NN46 finance (Big Data), smart beta government departments or BSc Accounting and Management investing, peer-to-peer lending and regulatory agencies. You will 3 years NN42 high-frequency trading. Industry BSc Accounting and Management be well placed to pursue newspapers and data sources with Professional Placement* postgraduate studies in finance. 4 years (such as the Dow Jones Financial BSc Accounting and Management The course offers rigorous News, Bloomberg and Thomson with Study Abroad training in all areas of finance, Reuters) enhance your learning and 4 years NN45 with a focus on the quantitative insights into financial practice. BSc Economics and Accounting skills required in every aspect 3 years LN14 BSc Economics and Accounting with of academic and private sector Study Abroad finance today. Optional units 4 years LN16 offer exposure to economics, BSc Economics and Accounting with Professional Placement* accounting and management. 4 years BSc Finance 3 years N300 *Entry by transfer Academic entry requirements For other qualifications including English language, see p135. Typical standard offer for BSc Accounting and Finance A-levels AAA including Mathematics, or A*AB including A in Mathematics A-level contextual offer ABB including Mathematics IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including either 6 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level in Mathematics IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, and either 5 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level in Mathematics

†Contextual offer; see p132

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Our department has exceptional highly regarded in the commercial such as composites analysis, Single Honours industry links, including Airbus, sector. Our Industrial Liaison Office experimental aerodynamics or BEng Aerospace Engineering BAE Systems, GKN and arranges company engagement multidisciplinary design. 3 years H405 Rolls-Royce, and 95 per cent from the first year, and industry MEng Aerospace Engineering 4 years H410 student satisfaction in the participation, drawing on the MEng Aerospace Engineering MEng Aerospace Engineering with National Student Survey 2019. many aerospace companies in with Study Abroad / MEng Study Abroad* 4 years the region, continues throughout Aerospace Engineering with MEng Aerospace Engineering with the course. Many graduates enter Study in Continental Europe Study abroad year Study in Continental Europe 4 years H401 † † careers in other high-technology A-levels A*AA (AAB ) IB 38 (34 ) MEng Aerospace Engineering with sectors, such as Formula 1, wind a Year in Industry* 5 years Industry placement On the Study Abroad course and marine power generation, and *Entry by transfer you will spend your third year at defence contracting, while others Why study aerospace an English-speaking university Academic entry go into further research. engineering at Bristol? overseas. Entry is by transfer if requirements Our courses combine theory with *Faculty of Engineering research was rated you reach a high academic For other qualifications including 38 per cent 4* (‘world leading’) and 55 per cent English language, see p135. practical experience in a wide 3* (‘internationally excellent’) in REF 2014. standard in your first two years. range of technical subjects. You will Typical standard offer for BEng/MEng Aerospace Engineering be taught by expert staff in a faculty For Study in Continental Europe BEng/MEng Aerospace you will take language options in A-levels A*AA including A*A (in any order) whose research has been rated Engineering in Mathematics and any one of Physics, years one and two and study in Chemistry, Further Mathematics or world-leading and internationally † † A-levels A*AA (AAB ) IB 38 (34 ) Computer Science excellent* and you will gain a Europe in year three. A-level contextual offer AAB including comprehensive understanding This course covers a broad range With either option your study AA in Mathematics and any one of of structural mechanics, of subjects organised into three overseas will mirror the third-year Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics aerodynamics, propulsion streams: aerodynamics; dynamics curriculum at Bristol. For details or Computer Science and control; and structures and IB Diploma 38 points overall with 18 at and control systems. on year abroad opportunities visit Higher Level, including 7, 6 (in any order) materials. The first two years are bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. at Higher Level in Mathematics and In the major group design project devoted to core concepts, taught any one of Physics, Chemistry, Further you will work on the concept for a via lectures and backed up by Mathematics or Computer Science MEng Aerospace Engineering IB Diploma contextual offer 34 points new commercial aircraft, helicopter practical experience through or spacecraft, and present your with a Year in Industry overall with 17 at Higher Level, including coursework and lab work. You A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) 6, 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics and design to aerospace companies will learn computing, systems any one of Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics or Computer Science such as Airbus and Leonardo for engineering and design, and there This course offers the opportunity assessment. Your research project to apply the knowledge gained is extensive mathematical content †Contextual offer; see p132 allows you to tackle a problem throughout. In years three and four in the first two years within an in detail, such as the automated (MEng) there is greater flexibility to industrial environment in the third landing of an unmanned air pursue options. Some units relate year. Entry is via transfer if you vehicle or design of a potential to particular application areas, such reach a high academic standard space mission. as helicopter aerodynamics, space and are successful at interview Our links to industry and our Royal systems or wind power. Others with industry. Aeronautical Society accreditation study particular technologies, ensure that our graduates are

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Our internationally renowned Our graduates are highly interests. In co-operation with a Single Honours department teaches many employable and have supervisor, you will research and BA Ancient History specialist areas of Greco-Roman found positions in research, write a dissertation on a topic of 3 years V110 history and civilisation, across administration, media, museums, your choice. You will also take the Academic entry a broad chronological range – art galleries, heritage management, Applied Classics unit and plan, requirements from the archaeology of bronze- the civil service, law, accountancy, market and execute a project For other qualifications including age Greece to the religions of computing and teaching. aimed at presenting the ancient English language, see p135. the later Roman Empire. A significant number go on world to the wider public, with a Typical standard offer for to postgraduate study. member of staff acting as adviser. BA Ancient History A-levels AAB Why study ancient history A-level contextual offer BBB at Bristol? BA Ancient History IB Diploma 34 points overall with † † Our course is designed to provide A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) 17 at Higher Level IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points you with a broad knowledge BA Ancient History at Bristol overall with 15 at Higher Level of the politics, economy and combines core units on Part-time study available societies of the ancient Greeks Greco-Roman history with more and Romans. It will equip you specialised topics. In the first †Contextual offer; see p132 with the skills necessary to locate, two years you will take core units decipher and evaluate a range of exploring the history of the ancient historical sources, and to develop Greek and Roman world, the a sophisticated understanding of sources of information available for historical theory. reconstructing it, and the different Teaching methods include approaches employed by modern lectures, small-group seminars, scholars. You will also choose from personal consultations and a optional units on a wide range guided research project. These of topics around Greco-Roman will allow you to develop valuable society and culture, including skills in and informal writing, literature, philosophy and art; you discussion and oral presentation. may also choose to study or The interdisciplinary study of Greek. There is the possibility of ancient history will help you to studying abroad for one semester develop critical thinking and in the second year. clear self-expression, skills that In your third year you will are transferable to a wide range choose from a range of special of careers. subject seminars, based on our academics’ wide range of research

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At Bristol we are proud analysis, independent thought specific themes and geographical Single Honours to be the only university and self-directed learning. You regions. The third year provides an BA Anthropology in Britain teaching the will undertake fieldwork as well as opportunity to write a dissertation 3 years XD49 BA Archaeology and Anthropology four fields of archaeology, training in scientific analysis and on an original topic of your choice. 3 years VL46 social anthropology, dealing with data. MArts Anthropology with Innovation evolutionary anthropology p86 Our graduates find work in BA Archaeology and and linguistic anthropology Anthropology business, heritage management, Academic entry under one roof. A-levels AAB (BBB† † policymaking, education, ) IB 34 (31 ) requirements international development and This course offers an exciting For other qualifications including Why study anthropology and non-governmental organisations. interdisciplinary perspective on English language, see p135. archaeology at Bristol? what it means to be human, Typical standard offer for BA Our courses encompass the Anthropology BA Anthropology employing archaeology and A-levels AAB † † cross-cultural study of humanity, A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) social, biological and linguistic A-level contextual offer BBB society, communication and anthropology to address key IB Diploma 34 points overall with This course lets you explore the diversity, past and present. Our challenges past and present. 17 at Higher Level social, material, linguistic and department houses computing These include migration and IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points biological aspects of the human overall with 15 at Higher Level facilities, scientific laboratories and mobility, sustainable heritage and experience. You will gain the skills a radiocarbon accelerator, one of development, and technological † and knowledge required to learn Contextual offer; see p132 only five in Britain. change and social inequalities. and apply theory and research Our research-led teaching has four techniques. You will use these to You will gain employability broad perspectives: global reach, address the major challenges we skills through activities such relevant interests, collaborative face, from the impacts of climate as the analysis of ‘big data’ on work and analytical skills. We study change on communities, to the contemporary population health; inequality and adversity, cultural transformation of work by platform biomolecular investigation of diversity, the developing world, technologies. You will receive archaeological finds; and the globalisation and adaptation, training in both qualitative and presentation of cultural heritage and span a range of ancient to quantitative methodologies and in to the public. In the third year contemporary societies worldwide. descriptive, analytic, interpretative, there is a work placement option We emphasise collaboration and visual techniques. This will with an external partner such with other disciplines, such as prepare you to undertake fieldwork as a museum, commercial psychology, religion and theology, in Bristol and further afield. archaeological unit or national and chemistry. heritage organisation. Your first year will introduce Our students gain transferable social, linguistic and biological Bristol has UNESCO World skills, including cross-cultural anthropology, and anthropological Heritage Sites such as Stonehenge understanding, intellectual approaches to material culture. In and Roman Bath on the doorstep versatility, excellent written and your second year you can choose and offers unique opportunities oral communication skills, critical from a range of optional units on for fieldwork.

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The Centre for Applied With its emphasis on applied BA Applied Anatomy Single Honours Anatomy at Bristol brings learning and professional A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) BA Applied Anatomy together clinical expertise development, BSc Applied 3 years B112 Year one introduces the principles across multiple disciplines in a Anatomy is designed to appeal of comparative anatomy and Academic entry purpose-built facility, providing to employers. The initial, broad the structure of the major requirements a unique learning experience basis of the degree and later mammalian body systems. For other qualifications including for aspiring anatomists. specialisation will equip you for a English language, see p135. Teaching involves dissection wide variety of careers. Our course Typical standard offer for and study of human and animal offers the perfect opportunity for BA Applied Anatomy Why study applied anatomy prosected cadaveric specimens. A-levels ABB including two at Bristol? aspiring scientists, academics, science-related subjects, at least Year two covers detailed medical The Centre for Applied Anatomy researchers, educators and those one of which must be a core science and veterinary anatomy and A-level contextual offer BBC including is notable for providing anatomy wanting to go into postgraduate professional programmes. allows you to specialise in BB in two science-related subjects, at training for medical, dental and least one of which must be a core science medical or veterinary anatomy veterinary science undergraduates Our graduates have a variety IB Diploma 32 points overall with 16 at by dissection. Units in the second together in one facility. The of skills that are sought after by Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level year emphasise clinical relevance in two science subjects, at least one of expertise of teaching staff and employers, such as scientific which must be a core science and application throughout. wealth of varied resources across writing, written and oral IB Diploma contextual offer 29 points these subject specialities offers In year three you will follow a overall with 14 at Higher Level, including 5 communication, group work, at Higher Level in two science subjects, at a learning experience unique problem solving and research seminar-based course in which least one of which must be a core science to Bristol. techniques. Some of our graduates you will be actively involved in expert-led discussion of the latest †Contextual offer; see p132 Applied anatomy examines have gone on to further training anatomical research. The key structure-function relationships in (PhD, MSc) to become research focus of this year is an original the context of related subjects, such scientists or educators, while research project, which could be a as diagnostic imaging, anatomical others work within research laboratory-based scientific study, pathology and sports medicine. institutes, government departments a clinically related anatomical During your studies you will and the National Health Service. investigation or anatomically develop a clear, three-dimensional Life scientists can also contribute to themed educational research. We internal model of the anatomy the public understanding of science encourage you to select a project of the human and animal body. as journalists or as information aligned to your ambitions and take Practical-based teaching including and liaison officers. Anatomy is a leading role in its direction. Our dissection is a large component a popular route to postgraduate research skills course will give you of the course. Other material is medicine, dentistry or veterinary all the tools you need to complete delivered by lectures, seminars, medicine programmes. your project. group discussion and occasional demonstrations. Throughout A personal and professional the course the personal and development theme runs through professional enrichment theme the degree course and equips you will help you develop transferable with essential transferable skills skills for the workplace. for future employment.

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The Foundation in Arts and The course is taught by experts Foundation in Arts and Course Social Sciences (CertHE) is a from a wide range of subjects Social Sciences (CertHE) Foundation in Arts and Social one-year introductory course including archaeology and The Foundation in Arts and Social Sciences (CertHE) 1 year that is designed to prepare anthropology, classics, English, Sciences is designed to prepare Apply direct to the University, not through UCAS students for an undergraduate history, history of art, modern you for an undergraduate degree Further information and application degree in either the arts languages, philosophy, film and in either the arts or the social forms can be downloaded at or social sciences. You do theatre, religion and theology, sciences. You will be introduced bristol.ac.uk/arts-foundation not need to have any prior sociology, politics and international to a range of study skills that are Academic entry qualifications to apply. relations, education, law, essential for studying the arts requirements social policy, childhood studies and social sciences at There are no formal entry requirements Why study foundation in arts and criminology. undergraduate level. for this course. Each application will be judged on its own merits. We are looking and social sciences at Bristol? On satisfactory completion of the You will also receive a broad for applicants who are highly motivated Do you want to study for a degree Foundation programme you can introduction to each of the subjects to study on the Foundation in Arts and Social Sciences course and who have the but worry that you don’t have the progress to an undergraduate covered and how these have potential to succeed in university study qualifications needed to apply? degree in the Faculty of Arts or developed over time. By examining and beyond. If we receive a high number Have you had an unconventional the Faculty of Social Sciences what it means to be human, now of applications, priority may be given to applicants without prior experience of path in (and out of) education? and Law. We cannot guarantee and in the past, you will explore higher education and/or who do not Are you interested in the arts and progression to your first choice how the society we inhabit and the hold a qualification at QCA-level 3 social sciences but unsure of what of degree but, where this is not culture we share have been shaped (eg A-levels or an Access to HE Diploma) and/or to applicants from one or subject you would like to study? possible, we will do our best to by ideas, political movements, more of the University’s widening participation categories. If you answered ‘yes’ to any of offer a suitable alternative. historical events, everyday life and works of art. these questions, this innovative The course leads to a Certificate in course could be for you. It will Higher Education that can also be help you develop the skills and used to apply for relevant degrees confidence to progress to an at other institutions or for personal undergraduate degree, with the or professional development. opportunity to find out more about subjects in the arts and social sciences.

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Biochemists study the In the final year of all courses BSc/MSci Biochemistry BSc/MSci Biochemistry with molecular basis of life. Through you can choose to undertake A-levels AAA or A*AB Medical Biochemistry our teaching you will engage a practical research project in (AAC† or ABB†) IB 36 (32†) A-levels AAA or A*AB with our world-class research, which you can collaborate with (AAC† or ABB†) IB 36 (32†) The first two years of these courses from single molecules to world-leading scientists on are identical. In the first year you These degrees follow cellular systems. You will pioneering research work. will receive a thorough foundation a similar structure to BSc/MSci develop high-level analytical Our graduates forge careers in in biochemistry and will select from Biochemistry. Alongside the and problem-solving skills that a broad range of scientific and a wide choice of options, including mandatory biochemistry prepare you for a diverse and related disciplines. You may be anatomy, pathology, microbiology, components, you will select from a exciting range of careers. employed in the pharmaceutical pharmacology and physiology. range of units relevant to medicine, or biotechnology industries or in allowing you to choose your Industry placement Your second year combines a medical or agricultural research specialism while developing your biochemistry and molecular establishment. Biochemists are knowledge and research skills. Why study biochemistry genetics with a choice of also employed in the scientific and Topics include pharmacology, at Bristol? units covering topics such as medical publishing sector and as physiology, infection and immunity, The School of Biochemistry has an neurophysiology, infection and patent examiners. and molecular pathology. international reputation for the immunity, mathematics and quality of our teaching, and the Many graduates undertake further languages. We focus on developing In addition to the core lectures excellence of our student training and gain a higher degree practical and research skills and project work in your third experience is reflected in our in biochemistry or a related throughout the first two years. year, you have the opportunity to science, or go on to study in study medically relevant aspects of consistently outstanding BSc students will select from a areas such as medicine. biochemistry, such as those relating performance in student surveys.* choice of advanced options in to cancer, cardiovascular disease Our learning community involves We provide dedicated transferable biochemistry in the third year and and drug design. MSci students will students working in partnership and employability skills training undertake a research project in carry out an extended laboratory with our friendly and supportive on all our biochemistry courses, collaboration with internationally project in a relevant research area in staff, who deliver teaching through and our graduates also enter renowned scientists. the fourth year. lectures and small-group tutorials. professions such as teaching, MSci students will complete We will provide you with thorough law, finance and other You will also study Cell Biology advanced laboratory skills training training in experimental techniques non-scientific careers. of Development and Disease in year three, before embarking in our teaching laboratories. alongside a choice of either *The School of Biochemistry received on an individual research project over 90 per cent overall satisfaction in Synthetic Biology or Your personal tutor will provide of up to 16 weeks in year four the National Student Survey 2019. Protein Assemblies and support for your academic and under the supervision of one of our Molecular Machines. personal development throughout research group leaders. You will your degree, and our online complete your studies by choosing resources will help you get the most two advanced options, which out of your laboratory sessions. could include Synthetic Biology, We offer competitive summer Cell Biology of Development and studentships and dedicated, Disease, and Protein Assemblies subject-specific employability and Molecular Machines. and enterprise sessions. FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCES bristol.ac.uk/biochemistry 43

BSc/MSci Biochemistry BSc Biochemistry with Single Honours with Molecular Biology Study in Industry BSc Biochemistry and Biotechnology A-levels AAA or A*AB 3 years C700 A-levels AAA or A*AB (AAC† or ABB†) IB 36 (32†) BSc Biochemistry with Medical Biochemistry (AAC† or ABB†) IB 36 (32†) You can enter our four-year BSc 3 years C720 BSc Biochemistry with Molecular These degrees follow a similar Biochemistry with Study in Industry Biology and Biotechnology structure to the biochemistry degree by transferring from any 3 years C790 courses but with a choice of of our BSc Biochemistry courses BSc Biochemistry with options that allow you to develop following a selection process at the Study in Industry* 4 years MSci Biochemistry your knowledge and research skills start of your second year. You will 4 years C701 in topics relevant to molecular gain experience as an employee in MSci Biochemistry with biology and biotechnology. an external research laboratory in Medical Biochemistry year three before rejoining the final 4 years C721 In your first two years you year of your degree. MSci Biochemistry with Molecular will supplement your study of Biology and Biotechnology biochemistry with molecular At the end of your placement you 4 years C791 *Entry by transfer from C700, C720 or biology and biotechnology will write a report outlining the C790 at the end of year one units. Recent options have research you have undertaken, included Fundamentals of which will be assessed as part Academic entry Molecular Microbiology, of your degree. Our students requirements Disease and Defence, and find placements within the For other qualifications including English language, see p135. Infection and Immunity. pharmaceutical and biotechnology Typical standard offer for sectors in the UK and at research BSc/MSci Biochemistry In addition to the core lectures institutes in the UK and overseas. A-levels AAA including Chemistry and and project work in your third year another core science/mathematics you have the opportunity to study subject, or A*AB including A in Chemistry specialist, cutting-edge aspects and B in another core science/ mathematics subject of biochemistry, such as synthetic A-level contextual offer AAC including biology, DNA-protein interactions, AA in Chemistry and another core and protein science science/mathematics subject, or ABB including A in Chemistry and B in another in therapy and technology. core science/mathematics subject As an MSci student you will carry IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6 at out an extended laboratory project Higher Level in Chemistry and 5 at in your fourth year in a relevant Higher Level in another core science/ research area. You will also study mathematics subject IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points Synthetic Biology alongside a overall with 16 at Higher Level, including choice of either Cell Biology 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and of Development and Disease 5 at Higher Level in a core science/ mathematics subject or Protein Assemblies and Molecular Machines. †Contextual offer; see p132

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From managing natural BSc Biology systems biology. In years two and Single Honours resources to ensuring global A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) three you will take a week-long BSc Biology food security, biologists will be field- or laboratory-based course 3 years C100 vital for our planet in the 21st MSci Biology and a ten-week practical research BSc Plant Sciences A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) 3 years C201 century. Our school is based project. The MSci is particularly BSc Zoology in the iconic Life Sciences Studying biology at Bristol exposes suitable for students who are 3 years C300 Building, one of the UK’s you to the breadth of biological planning to continue in plant MSci Biology leading biology facilities. sciences, from enzymes to science research and would like 4 years C103 MSci Plant Sciences ecosystems. During your study you extra experience and a competitive 4 years C203 Why study biological sciences will gain knowledge of the diversity, edge when applying for PhDs or MSci Zoology at Bristol? evolution and functions of living research jobs. 4 years C303 Our facilities in the state-of-the organisms and the interactions Academic entry art Life Sciences Building are between animals, microbes and BSc Zoology requirements † † outstanding, and our lecturers plants. Our biology degree starts A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) For other qualifications including broadly and then introduces more English language, see p135. are top researchers in their fields. MSci Zoology choice in years two and three, Typical standard offer for BSc Biology Future biologists will need broad A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) training to tackle the scientific allowing you to specialise in your A-levels AAB including two studies. The MSci is ideal if you aim Modern zoology is interdisciplinary, science-related subjects issues facing humanity. We will A-level contextual offer BBB including equip you with the skills to apply to continue in biological research so our degree explores all aspects two science-related subjects rigorous interdisciplinary thinking and want a competitive edge in of animal biology from the IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at applying for research jobs. The molecular to the ecological. The Higher Level, including 6, 5 at Higher to biological questions. Your first Level in two science-related subjects additional fourth year includes degree will start broadly and then year will focus on the fundamentals IB Diploma contextual offer of advanced biology. In following advanced skills training and a introduce more choice from year 31 points overall with 15 at Higher Level, years, you will be given more research project. two onwards. You will have the including 5, 5 at Higher Level in two science-related subjects flexibility in your study and will opportunity to tailor your studies BSc Plant Sciences to your interests, including a undertake your own research. You †Contextual offer; see p132 † † can transfer between the Zoology, A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) week-long field- or laboratory- based course selected from a Plant Sciences and Biology MSci Plant Sciences range of subject areas, plus a degrees at the end of year one. A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) practical research project. The Our degrees give you broad While studying plant sciences MSci is recommended for students employment options beyond you will learn about the diversity, with ambitions to continue in biology, and you will be valued by evolution and function of plants zoological research and offers employers outside of science as and about the latest developments advanced skills training and a a numerate graduate with good in everything from functional substantial research project. analytical, problem-solving and genomics and bioinformatics communication skills. to plant developmental biology, plant pathology, parasite biology, cell signalling, pollination biology, ecology, plant conservation and

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With teaching by internationally you will also develop research BSc Biomedical Sciences Single Honours recognised experts and skills by engaging with a A-levels AAA (AAC† or ABB†) BSc Biomedical Sciences access to outstanding hypothesis-driven research IB 36 (32†) 3 years B900 facilities, at Bristol you will project in the laboratory or on In the first year you will study Academic entry learn at the cutting edge the computer, working on a topics across the breadth of requirements of biomedical sciences. bioinformatics project or perhaps biology related to human health For other qualifications including researching scientific literature. English language, see p135. and disease. This will provide a Typical standard offer for Why study biomedical sciences Our excellent laboratory facilities broad background in biochemistry, BSc Biomedical Sciences at Bristol? include human patient simulators, cell and cancer biology, genetics, A-levels AAA including BSc Biomedical Sciences is an flow cytometers, and confocal immunology, microbiology, Chemistry and another core exciting course that will provide and electron microscopes. Online neuroscience, pharmacology, science/mathematics subject A-level contextual offer AAC including you with a firm foundation in resources, designed at Bristol, help physiology and virology. AA in Chemistry and another core biochemistry, cell and cancer you prepare for practical classes science/mathematics subject, or ABB As a second-year student you biology, genetics, immunology, by demonstrating concepts and including BB in Chemistry and another will study molecular genetics and core science/mathematics subject microbiology, neuroscience, experiments through animations, a range of biomedical sciences IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at physiology and pharmacology. videos and pre-lab quizzes. Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher units, allowing you to pursue your The course provides an excellent Level in Chemistry and another core We also have an online virtual interests as they develop. You will science/mathematics subject foundation for biomedical microscope and excellent teaching also receive training in transferable IB Diploma contextual offer sciences careers in academia, labs, where you will receive and employability skills. 32 points overall with 16 at Higher biotechnology, the pharmaceutical Level including 5, 5 at Higher Level hands-on experience in advanced industry, or medicine. There is a strong emphasis on the in Chemistry and another core techniques throughout your degree. science/mathematics subject development of practical skills and At Bristol you will be taught by Our graduates have well-developed our bespoke online resources are † internationally renowned experts, Contextual offer; see p132 skills in data analysis and available to help you prepare for research scientists and clinicians. interpretation, and oral and practical laboratory sessions in the Our aim is to provide you with written communication. Previous first and second year. You will also an environment in which you graduates have gone into roles develop research skills to prepare learn how to think like a scientist, with pharmaceutical and biotech you for a project in the third year. developing critical and analytical companies and in the food industry, skills that are highly valued by In the final year you will choose the NHS and charities. A significant employers in the field. options from a list of units that number of graduates go on to study reflect our research strengths After a common first year, you for a master’s or PhD as the next and undertake a project in a will study molecular biology and step in a research career, or go on related discipline. choose from a selection of second- to study medicine. and third-year optional units, allowing you to follow your interests as they develop. In the third year

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Internationally recognised Throughout the year you will be BSc Cancer Biology and BSc Cellular and Molecular for research in infection assessed using oral presentations, Immunology / BSc Cancer Medicine / BSc Cellular and and immunology, cancer essays and pre- and post- Biology and Immunology with Molecular Medicine with biology, stem cell biology and laboratory work. Your academic Study in Industry Study in Industry regenerative medicine, we are personal tutor will follow your A-levels AAB (BBB† or ABC†) A-levels AAB (BBB† or ABC†) at the forefront of research that progress, support your personal IB 34 (31†) IB 34 (31†) turns science into medicine. development planning and be In your first year you will develop In your first year you will gain available to give you advice a broad understanding of the a broad training in biomedical Industry placement throughout your time at Bristol. biology of normal and cancerous science and will begin to study All courses are available as cells. In addition to studying the the cellular and molecular Why study cellular and four-year degrees with Study immune system, you will take basis of human diseases, as molecular medicine at Bristol? in Industry, allowing you the units in pathology, microbiology well as basic biochemistry, cell Our cellular and molecular opportunity to gain valuable and biochemistry. biology, pathology, immunology, medicine courses are flexible and experience of cellular and microbiology and virology. In In your second year you will study you can transfer between them as molecular medicine in commercial your second year you will study the cellular and molecular basis your interests develop. or government research or as molecular genetics and learn skills of cancer and its therapy, as well an employee in a research in recombinant DNA technology, Lectures reflect the latest research, as autoimmune diseases such institute. Entry to these courses which underpins research in many which aims to translate laboratory as multiple sclerosis, diabetes is by transfer once you have cutting-edge laboratories. Our discoveries into clinical application. and arthritis, and human cancers secured a placement during specially designed online quizzes Tutorials in small groups provide caused by viruses such as your second year. are available to help you prepare for opportunities to improve your papilloma and hepatitis B. In practical laboratory sessions in the communication skills and gain Many of the graduates from our addition to molecular genetics, first and second years. confidence in data handling. BSc courses go on to study for you will choose an optional Laboratory sessions underpin an MSc or PhD prior to a career in unit such as biochemistry, Study in Industry students spend learning during the first two years biomedical research or go on to pharmacology or a language. All their third year on a placement. In and are integrated with eBiolabs, study medicine. Other graduates practical teaching in years one and your final year you will select units our online dynamic laboratory find employment in industrial, two is supported by the eBiolabs from approximately ten different manual developed at the University academic or clinical laboratories or dynamic laboratory manual. options. These units and your (bristol.ac.uk/ebiolabs). choose to apply their transferable final-year research project reflect Study in Industry students spend skills in non-scientific careers. our research strengths in the areas In your final year you will undertake their third year on a placement. of cancer biology, stem cell biology a dissertation or research In your final year you will choose and regenerative medicine, and project, working in a group in the your options from a range that infection and immunology. department or a nearby hospital. reflects our research strengths Your work may contribute to a and undertake a research project scientific publication. or dissertation. FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCES bristol.ac.uk/cellmolmed 47

BSc Medical Microbiology / BSc Virology and Immunology / MSci Cancer Biology Single Honours BSc Medical Microbiology BSc Virology and Immunology and Immunology BSc Cancer Biology and Immunology with Study in Industry with Study in Industry 3 years B131 A-levels AAB (BBB† or ABC†) A-levels AAB (BBB† or ABC†) MSci Cellular and BSc Cancer Biology and Immunology with Study in Industry* 4 years † † Molecular Medicine IB 34 (31 ) IB 34 (31 ) BSc Cellular and Molecular Medicine Your first year will include You will gain a broad background MSci Medical Microbiology 3 years B130 BSc Cellular and Molecular Medicine introductory units in microbiology in biomedical science in years one MSci Virology and Immunology with Study in Industry* 4 years and the diseases caused by and two, learning about viruses A-levels AAA (AAC† or ABB†) BSc Medical Microbiology 3 years C521 microorganisms. In addition to and the diseases they cause. IB 36 (32†) learning about the immune system You will also study the immune BSc Medical Microbiology Our new MSci programmes will with Study in Industry* 4 years and infection, you will study system and how it controls BSc Virology and Immunology pathology and biochemistry. infection. You will learn about the be ideal if you want to continue 3 years C540 autoimmune diseases that occur in research or to stand out BSc Virology and Immunology In your second year you will study if the immune system attacks the when applying for a PhD. The with Study in Industry* 4 years the cellular and molecular basis additional, fourth year includes an MSci Cancer Biology body’s own tissues. ‡ of human diseases caused by extended research project and and Immunology microorganisms, such as shigella In your final year you will review the 4 years B132 advanced research skills training MSci Cellular and Molecular and tuberculosis, and viruses. As main viral diseases of humankind with an emphasis on enterprise. Medicine‡ well as learning about the immune in terms of their natural history, You will learn to plan projects, 4 years B133 MSci Medical Microbiology‡ response to a variety of infectious biology, molecular biology, communicate with a variety of microbes, you will investigate immunology, pathogenesis and 4 years C522 audiences, and translate and MSci Virology and Immunology‡ how bacteria acquire antibiotic epidemiology. These include HIV, commercialise research. 4 years C541 resistance. Our online resources hepatitis B and C, papilloma, *Entry by transfer are available to help you prepare influenza and measles, among These courses are new for 2021 ‡Subject to approval for practical laboratory sessions in others. You will learn about entry and are subject to approval Academic entry the first and second year. Study in cutting-edge issues in virology and at the time of going to print. For requirements Industry students spend the third immunology, including emerging the latest information please visit bristol.ac.uk/ug21-cmm. For other qualifications including year on a placement. viruses, such as the Marburg English language, see p135. and Ebola viruses or the SARS In your final year you will take the Typical standard offer for BSc Cellular and MERS viruses, and about and Molecular Medicine three infection units on offer and the problems associated with A-levels AAB including a fourth unit from the optional list. Chemistry and another core the production of vaccines. You You will also undertake a research science/mathematics subject will work on a research project, project or scientific dissertation, A-level contextual offer BBB including normally in either a virology or Chemistry and another core science/ working within the school or in one immunology research laboratory mathematics subject, or ABC including of the surrounding hospitals. AB (in any order) in Chemistry and another Study in Industry students spend core science/mathematics subject their third year on a placement. IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points overall with 15 at Higher Level, including 5, 5 at Higher Level in Chemistry and another core Find out more: science/mathematics subject bristol.ac.uk/ug21-cmm †Contextual offer; see p132 FACULTY OF SCIENCE 48 bristol.ac.uk/chem-phys Chemical Physics

Study at the interface of Our graduates are highly numerate You will undertake a project Single Honours two disciplines, taught jointly and literate, with superb practical or scientific dissertation, BSc Chemical Physics by two internationally and problem-solving skills. Many working in a research group 3 years F320 renowned departments with pursue careers in research, using with a staff member. MSci Chemical Physics 4 years F322 state-of-the-art facilities. their subject-specific knowledge MSci Chemical Physics with and skills in a variety of scientific MSci Chemical Physics with Industrial Experience Industry placement environments, while others apply Industrial Experience 4 years F323 their transferable skills in areas A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) Academic entry outside science. Why study chemical physics The first and second years of requirements at Bristol? this course are identical to MSci For other qualifications including BSc Chemical Physics English language, see p135. Chemical physics is taught jointly Chemical Physics, but year three A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) Typical standard offer for by the School of Chemistry and the provides the opportunity to spend BSc Chemical Physics School of Physics. The courses MSci Chemical Physics time as a paid employee in the labs A-levels AAA including Chemistry, draw on the established strength A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) of a major company. During this Physics and Mathematics and reputation of both departments year you will become an expert A-level contextual offer ABB including The first year offers a thorough Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics in in interdisciplinary research. All scientist and develop important grounding in chemistry, physics any order courses have a common first year. transferable skills. You will also IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 and mathematics. Later years The four-year MSci courses are study a small number of academic at Higher Level, including 6, 6, 6 at focus on atomic and molecular Higher Level in Chemistry, Physics intended for those considering units through distance learning, science and its interdisciplinary and Mathematics scientific careers that will make making the transition between applications. You will also focus IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points direct use of subject-specific university and placement as overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 6, on areas at the interface between knowledge and skills. The smooth as possible. You will spend 6, 5 at Higher Level in Chemistry, Physics chemistry and physics, with and Mathematics in any order three-year BSc degree covers the your final year at the University, less organic and synthetic core areas of the subject and is studying a mixture of physics and † chemistry and more physical Contextual offer; see p132 ideal for those who wish to move chemistry units and undertaking and non-synthetic inorganic into other areas after graduation. a small research project. chemistry. Similarly, there is very Our degrees are integrated little nuclear and particle physics courses comprising units after your first year but an in chemistry, physics and emphasis on materials science mathematics. Our chemistry and nanoscience. As well as and physics teaching labs are lectures and practical classes, equipped with state-of-the-art small-group tutorials and facilities, including Bristol workshops help develop your ChemLabS, a Centre for understanding of challenging Excellence in Teaching and exciting concepts. and Learning.

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‘I chose biochemistry because I want to be in a scientific world where I can help people. In the lab we’re researching endosomal pathways and their significance for Parkinson’s disease. We’re pushed to try and discover things for ourselves. I find it fascinating that, as students, we could have an impact on science. ’

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Over one third of our research BSc Chemistry MSci Chemistry BSc Chemistry with a was rated ‘world-leading’ A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) Preliminary Year of Study (Research Excellence No specific requirements. Please The first two years are common The first two years of this degree Framework, 2014) and you contact the Enquiries Team to all of our degree courses. You will match those of BSc Chemistry, will be taught by internationally for information. will study fundamental concepts covering fundamental concepts renowned scientists in in inorganic, organic and physical in inorganic, organic and physical This degree is designed for world-class laboratory facilities. chemistry, and applications in areas chemistry, and applications in areas students with potential who such as analytical, environmental, such as analytical, environmental, do not have a science background. Study abroad year materials and theoretical chemistry. materials and theoretical chemistry. You can automatically progress Our BSc course includes a from this course to our BSc or Our MSci course provides Industry placement final-year project. Options include MSci Chemistry degrees. an excellent foundation for working in a research laboratory or postgraduate study or a career Why study chemistry at Bristol? in a local school, helping to develop in science. Your final year includes We are home to Bristol ChemLabS, science resources or carrying out a 20-week research project the UK’s only chemistry-based chemistry education research. in which you will work with an Centre for Excellence in Teaching academic member of staff and and Learning. Our teaching their research team on a current laboratories are outstanding, and problem in chemistry. our innovative teaching methods include our award-winning Dynamic Laboratory Manual which enables you to prepare for and learn from practical classes in a unique way. We understand that your interests may change and develop, so transfer between different chemistry courses is usually possible up until the end of your first year. FACULTY OF SCIENCE bristol.ac.uk/chemistry 51

MSci Chemistry with MSci Chemistry with MSci Chemistry with Single Honours Industrial Experience Study Abroad Study in Continental Europe BSc Chemistry A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) 3 years F100 BSc Chemistry with a In your third year you will gain On our Study Abroad course On this course, you will spend your Preliminary Year of Study valuable experience in industry, you will be placed at an third year studying in Europe. You 4 years F108 MSci Chemistry working in a paid position for a English-speaking university will be taught and assessed in the 4 years F103 chemical company. Working in overseas for your third year. language of your host university. MSci Chemistry with industry will allow you to develop For Study in Continental Language tuition will be offered in Industrial Experience real-world expertise and specialise Europe your third year. Our years one and two. 4 years F105 in an area of science that you find partners include institutions MSci Chemistry with Study Abroad Our partners include universities 4 years F107 interesting. The transferable skills in Canada, Japan, Singapore, in Spain, Germany and France. MSci Chemistry with Study in that you gain will prove invaluable in Australia and the US. For details Continental Europe For details on year abroad helping to shape your future career. on year abroad opportunities visit 4 years F104 opportunities visit bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. BSc Chemistry with bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. Scientific Computing p52 MSci Chemistry with Scientific Computing p52 Academic entry requirements For other qualifications including English language, see p135. Typical standard offer for BSc Chemistry A-levels AAA including Chemistry A-level contextual offer ABB including A in Chemistry IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry SpecificGCSE requirements; see online course finder for details.

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Scientific computing is an These new degrees recognise that MSci Chemistry with Single Honours interdisciplinary field that uses modern chemistry increasingly Scientific Computing BSc Chemistry with computer science, data science relies on computers. To address A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) Scientific Computing 3 years F130 and digital technology to solve the demand for skilled practitioners Our MSci course is suited to you if MSci Chemistry with problems across chemistry. You in research and industry, you you want to gain a solid foundation Scientific Computing can now combine chemistry will be trained as a new type 4 years F131 for a career in data analysis, the with scientific computing in of chemist, one with a solid chemical industry or postgraduate Academic entry our integrated degrees. foundation in chemistry, strong study. Your final year of study requirements skills in computing, but most of includes an independent research For other qualifications including all the knowledge of how to Why study chemistry with project in which you will collaborate English language, see p135. scientific computing at Bristol? combine both to best effect. Typical standard offer for BSc with academic members of staff Chemistry with Scientific Computing Our courses in chemistry with who are experts in computing BSc Chemistry with A-levels AAA including Chemistry scientific computing combine and in chemistry, as well as their and Mathematics study of the structure and Scientific Computing research teams, to address a A-level contextual offer ABB including † † A in Chemistry and B in Mathematics synthesis of matter with A-levels AAA (ABB ) IB 36 (32 ) current problem in chemistry. IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at development of computational The first two years are common Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in and data analysis skills. to both degree courses. You will Chemistry and either 6 at Higher Level or develop skills in coding, machine 7 at Standard Level in Mathematics We are the UK’s only IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points chemistry-based Centre for learning and high-performance overall with 16 at Higher Level, including Excellence in Teaching and computing, as well as studying 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and either fundamental concepts in inorganic, 5 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level Learning. Our innovative teaching in Mathematics methods include our award-winning organic and physical chemistry, Dynamic Laboratory Manual which and applications in analytical, †Contextual offer; see p132 enables you to prepare for and environmental, materials and learn from practical classes in a theoretical chemistry. unique way. We have one of the For your final-year project, options biggest groups of computational include working in a research chemists in the country, along laboratory or addressing a problem with BriSC (Bristol Scientific faced by researchers in academia, Computing), which brings together industry, or a local school. There computing experts across the you might develop science Faculty of Science. resources, explore computing applications or carry out chemistry education research.

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An exciting, interdisciplinary You will be supported to find The Study Abroad course is Single Honours subject, childhood studies at a professional work placement identical to the three-year course, BSc Childhood Studies Bristol focuses on policy and in order to develop your but you will spend your third year 3 years L520 the rights of children and young employment-related skills. overseas at one of our partner BSc Childhood Studies with Management people, exploring contemporary institutions before returning to Our graduates go on to careers 3 years L524 debates within a national and Bristol for your final year. Learning BSc Childhood Studies in areas as diverse as education, international context. in English, you will take units in with Study Abroad children’s therapy, social work, 4 years L525 your core subject and/or broader law and social justice, children’s BSc Childhood Studies with Study abroad year social sciences, arts and charities, government and the Quantitative Research Methods p118 humanities subjects. MSci Childhood Studies civil service. with Innovation p86 Why study childhood studies Childhood studies is also a partner MSci Childhood Studies with at Bristol? BSc Childhood Studies Quantitative Research Methods p118 in Bristol Q-Step, which is part of a Childhood studies at Bristol with Management national initiative offering enhanced † † Academic entry provides you with a holistic A-levels ABB (BBC ) IB 32 (29 ) skills training in the social sciences. requirements understanding of children, This course combines the For other qualifications including childhood and adolescence, social science of childhood and BSc Childhood Studies / English language, see p135. combining elements of education, adolescence with management, Typical standard offer for BSc Childhood Studies psychology, law, social work providing a strong grounding BSc Childhood Studies with Study Abroad and social policy. Topics of in the skills needed to be an A-levels ABB A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) A-level contextual offer BBC study include children’s rights, effective leader in organisational IB Diploma 32 points overall with development, education, The course focuses on policy and management, especially within the 16 at Higher Level therapeutic work with children, the rights of children and young field of children’s services. Two IB Diploma contextual offer 29 points safeguarding, mental health and people from birth to 19 years, thirds of the degree considers overall with 14 at Higher Level diversity, among others. In addition, exploring contemporary debates SpecificGCSE requirements; see online childhood and children’s rights, course finder for details. there is an opportunity to gain within a global context. Our exploring their participation, their Part-time study available real-life experience of working research-based teaching includes protection and the provision of in a range of organisations and the expertise of lecturers from national and global children’s †Contextual offer; see p132 supporting children and families related disciplines. services. The remaining third via our work placement unit. In the first year you will develop a focuses on management, You will be taught through a solid understanding of the social, introducing you to principles mixture of lectures and small-group psychological and historical of business management, seminars, undertake independent constructions of childhood. In the accounting, marketing, corporate study guided by your personal second and third years you can social responsibility and business tutor, and work closely with others. choose optional units from a wide law. This will enable you to Through research projects and range of subjects, allowing you to examine the economic, political your dissertation you will become pursue different routes through the and social environments in which an active researcher, fostering degree to develop the career path organisations operate. sought-after skills that will equip that is right for you. you for a wide range of careers.

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Known for our expertise in Bristol offers research-led teaching BEng/MEng Civil Engineering MEng Civil Engineering environmental engineering and that aims to shape the next A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) with Study Abroad resilient infrastructure, our generation of engineers. We rank A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) The first two years provide a strong department boasts world-class among the top civil engineering foundation in engineering, including Our exchange programmes are a laboratory facilities including departments in the country (top mathematics, structures, soil and great opportunity to broaden your the most advanced earthquake ten in both University fluid mechanics, computing and view of the world and experience shaking table in Europe. Guide 2020 and the Complete surveying, as well as optional a different culture. This degree Benefiting from strong industry University Guide 2020), and our units. You may transfer between gives you the chance to study civil links, our courses emphasise 90 per cent score for student the BEng and MEng in the first engineering at one of our partner design and provide practical satisfaction (National Student two years. In your third year you universities in Australia, Canada, experience and excellent Survey 2019) demonstrates our will develop your independent the US, or Singapore career prospects. commitment to outstanding and creative thinking in a major in your third year. Your course of teaching and research. investigative research project. study overseas will mirror the Study abroad year We will equip you to become More optional units are introduced third-year curriculum at Bristol. a leader by sharing the latest in the final years, ranging from You will return to Bristol for your Industry placement innovations from top international earthquake engineering to fourth and final year. researchers and professional sustainable systems. There is no direct entry onto the Why study civil engineering institutions. In your learning Design is central to all our courses, course, but you can transfer from at Bristol? you will use our state-of-the-art and this is reflected in the projects the other courses if you reach a If you are creative, enjoy design geotechnical, structural and you will undertake. In the first year high academic standard in your and aspire to improve the built water engineering laboratory you will develop a solution to an first two years. environment we live in, then facilities. You will develop your open-ended problem, such as civil engineering is for you. Our technical, project management For details on year abroad designing and making a model fully accredited courses will give and interpersonal skills and be opportunities visit bridge. The second year includes you the skills to tackle global encouraged to innovate and bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. steel work, reinforced concrete and environmental challenges, from think creatively, enhancing geotechnical design. Among other providing safe drinking water and your employability. activities in the third year, you will renewable energy to developing Through our dedicated Industrial design a water supply system. disaster-resilient and sustainable Liaison Office you will benefit from infrastructure. You will learn how to The fourth-year MEng group design industrial mentoring and internship design large and unique structures, project combines all your learning schemes, allowing you to develop such as buildings, bridges, dams as you tackle a realistic design practical engineering experience in and coastal defences. challenge identified through our design offices and on construction industry links. Design projects sites. Our graduates are highly range from transportation to smart sought after by top employers, cities and from skyscrapers to including civil engineering sustainable housing. consultants and contractors, utility companies, local authorities and other large engineering industries, such as public transport, power generation and supply companies. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING bristol.ac.uk/civilengineering 55

MEng Civil Engineering with MEng Civil Engineering Single Honours Study in Continental Europe with a Year in Industry BEng Civil Engineering A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) 3 years H205 MEng Civil Engineering This degree includes language This five-year degree gives 4 years H200 units in years one and two to you the opportunity to spend MEng Civil Engineering with prepare you for spending your your third year applying the Study Abroad* 4 years MEng Civil Engineering with third year at one of our European knowledge gained in your first Study in Continental Europe partner universities. While abroad two years of study in an industrial 4 years H201 you will study a range of civil environment. The first two and MEng Civil Engineering with engineering topics according to final two years are shared with a Year in Industry* 5 years *Entry by transfer a personalised study plan that MEng Civil Engineering. mirrors the third-year curriculum at Academic entry There is no direct entry on to this Bristol. You will return to Bristol for requirements course but you can transfer from your fourth and final year. For other qualifications including our other civil engineering courses English language, see p135. For details on year abroad if you reach a high academic Typical standard offer for opportunities visit standard and are successful BEng/MEng Civil Engineering bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. at a placement interview. A-levels A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and a science-related subject A-level contextual offer AAB including AA in Mathematics and a science-related subject IB Diploma 38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7, 6 (in any order) at Higher Level in Mathematics and a science-related subject IB Diploma contextual offer 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics and a science-related subject

†Contextual offer; see p132

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Our department is Teaching methods include literature, history and culture, Single Honours internationally renowned for lectures, large- and small-group and you may also choose to BA Classical Studies its innovative work on classical seminars, and a guided research study Greek or Latin. There is the 3 years Q810 civilisation and its legacy, with project. These will allow you to possibility of studying abroad in Joint Honours areas of focus including poetry, develop valuable transferable your second year. BA English and Classical Studies p74 drama, mythology, religion, and skills in critical thinking, formal and In your third year you will choose art. We also specialise in the informal writing, discussion and Academic entry seminar-based subjects and write a reception of the ancient world oral presentation. Our graduates requirements dissertation on your own specialist in later cultures. are highly employable and have For other qualifications including research project. You will also plan, English language, see p135. found positions in research, promote and execute a project Typical standard offer for administration, media, museums, Why study classical studies aimed at presenting the ancient BA Classical Studies art galleries, heritage management, A-levels AAB at Bristol? world to the wider public, with a the civil service, law, accountancy, A-level contextual offer BBB Classical studies at Bristol focuses member of staff acting as adviser. computing and teaching. A IB Diploma 34 points overall with on the literature, art, mythology 17 at Higher Level significant number go on to and philosophy of the classical IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points world as well as its reception in postgraduate study. overall with 15 at Higher Level later centuries. Our course Part-time study available is designed to provide you BA Classical Studies † † †Contextual offer; see p132 with a broad knowledge of A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) Greco-Roman civilisation, while This degree offers you the flexibility instilling the analytical and creative to follow your own interests in abilities needed to interpret its classical civilisation, by combining culture, history and philosophy. core units on Greco-Roman The course will enable you to literature and culture with more familiarise yourself with a wide specialised units on topics such range of classical literature and as ancient literature, philosophy, culture, as well as a variety of history, art and archaeology. contemporary approaches to the In your first two years you will classical world; you will also have explore core topics in the literary the opportunity to explore the and artistic culture of the ancient legacy of Greco-Roman culture in Greco-Roman world and consider the works of later artists (across its legacy in the modern world. different media including literature, You will choose optional units theatre and film) and thinkers. from a range of topics in ancient

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Bristol is one of the world’s Teaching methods include guided literature, philosophy and art. Single Honours most exciting locations to study translation classes, lectures, There is the possibility of studying BA Classics classics and our academics small-group seminars and a abroad for one semester in the 3 years Q800 have been at the forefront of research project. These will second year. Academic entry developments in the field. Our allow you to develop valuable In your third year you will continue requirements department is internationally transferable skills in critical thinking, to study at least one language and For other qualifications including renowned for its innovative formal and informal writing, English language, see p135. choose from a range of special research on antiquity. discussion and presentation. Typical standard offer for BA Classics subject seminars based on our A-levels AAA Our graduates are highly academics’ wide range of research A-level contextual offer ABB Why study classics at Bristol? employable and have interests. You will also research IB Diploma 36 points overall with The Department of Classics and found positions in research, and write a dissertation on a topic 18 at Higher Level Ancient History covers many areas administration, media, museums, of your choice and plan, promote IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points of Greco-Roman civilisation, from overall with 16 at Higher Level art galleries, heritage management, and execute a project aimed at SpecificGCSE requirements; see online politics, poetry and philosophy the civil service, law, accountancy, presenting the ancient world to course finder for details. to sculpture, architecture and computing and teaching. A the wider public. Part-time study available archaeology. Our classics course significant number go on to combines an emphasis on postgraduate study. †Contextual offer; see p132 traditional language skills, literature and historical understanding with BA Classics an in-depth exploration of the A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) continuing influence of Greek and Roman writing. Our classics degree focuses on the study and appreciation of a You will focus on Greek and wide spectrum of Greek and Latin Latin language and literature, literature. Languages are taught at gaining confidence in translating, all levels from absolute beginner understanding and discussing onward. Some classes concentrate ancient texts. You will have on building and developing the flexibility to explore further language and translation skills, areas that interest you, such as while others focus on literary topics in history, religion, art and criticism and engagement archaeology. We encourage with the text. you to gain experience of the many different methods and In the first two years you will study approaches involved in the both Greek and Latin language study of classics today. and literature, as well as choosing from optional units on a wide range of topics including Greco-Roman

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‘My advice for anyone going to university is to find a society you like. You’re going to meet like-minded people; it’s one of the best ways to make friends. Bristol’s got loads of societies. Panto is my main thing but I do others as well. There’s lots of scope to meet people and make friends.’

Amber (BSc Mathematics) Member of Pantomime Society Vice-president, Staff-student liaison committee FACULTY OF ARTS bristol.ac.uk/sml 59 Comparative Literatures and Cultures

Our comparative literatures and For those taking joint honours independent research project. In Single Honours cultures degrees offer a unique courses with a modern foreign addition, you will have a choice of BA Comparative Literatures range of perspectives on the language, professional language optional units that may be based and Cultures‡ 3 years Q200 discipline, drawing on textual, teaching is provided by in the culture of a single language Joint Honours cultural and visual studies, as experts in both beginners’ or combine input from a range BA Comparative Literatures and well as translation, philosophy, and advanced-level language of cultures. Cultures and Czech‡ history, social science and acquisition. You will also study 4 years QR44 Teaching is delivered through critical theory. Joint honours many aspects of the culture, BA Comparative Literatures and lectures, tutorials, seminars, Cultures and French‡ students spend their third politics and society of the countries workshops and one-to-one 4 years QR38 year abroad. where your chosen language is BA Comparative Literatures and project supervision. Assessment ‡ spoken. On these courses you Cultures and German methods include presentations, 4 years QR40 Study abroad year will spend your third year abroad, essays, commentaries, exams, BA Comparative Literatures and where you can immerse yourself in ‡ collaborative projects, debates, Cultures and Italian your chosen language and culture. 4 years QR41 Why study comparative case study explorations, reports BA Comparative Literatures and literatures and cultures Bristol is an exciting city in which and dissertations. Cultures and Portuguese‡ at Bristol? to study arts and humanities, 4 years QR42 Comparative literatures and BA Comparative Literatures and with a thriving cultural life, BA Comparative Literatures Cultures and Russian‡ cultures is taught by the School of several art cinemas, concert and Cultures and a 4 years QR43 Modern Languages in collaboration halls and theatres and a lively modern language BA Comparative Literatures and ‡ with other departments and cosmopolitan atmosphere. A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) Cultures and Spanish schools in the Faculty of Arts. We 4 years QR39 These joint honours courses ‡Subject to approval have an international reputation for BA Comparative Literatures include a year abroad (the third year research and scholarship which and Cultures Academic entry of study) in a country where your informs our courses at all levels. A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) requirements chosen language is spoken, where Bristol was ranked in the top ten For other qualifications including in the UK for modern languages This course gives you an exciting you will undertake university study, English language, see p135. opportunity to study a wealth of a British Council assistantship or Typical standard offer for BA in the Guardian University Guide Comparative Literatures and Cultures 2020. Our courses are designed to international cultural production in a work placement. For details on both depth and breadth. You will year abroad opportunities visit A-levels AAB, including B in any one support your development as an of: English, English Literature and independent learner and give you study the literatures and cultures bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. Language, History, Latin, Greek, French, of the world in translation using Spanish, German, Russian, Czech, the opportunity to develop your During your degree you will Portuguese, Italian comparative frameworks. own individual interests. develop linguistic skills to a high A-level contextual offer BBB, including Core units in years one and level, allowing you to communicate any one of: English, English Literature and Students at Bristol benefit from a Language, History, Latin, Greek, French, state-of-the-art multimedia centre two may include Introduction confidently orally and in writing. Spanish, German, Russian, Czech, Portuguese, Italian with access to over 2,000 films, to Visual Cultures, Cultures of Representation and Leadership, IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at a mini-cinema, foreign satellite Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in channels, a magazine library and Migrations of Culture. In any one of: English, English Literature and year three you will complete an Language, History, Latin, Greek, French, and a recording studio. Spanish, German, Russian, Czech, Portuguese, Italian IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points overall with 15 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in any one of: English, Find out more: English Literature and Language, History, bristol.ac.uk/ug21-complit Latin, Greek, French, Spanish, German, Russian, Czech, Portuguese, Italian Part-time study available

†Contextual offer; see p132 FACULTY OF ENGINEERING 60 bristol.ac.uk/computer-science Computer Science

Learn from staff at the forefront Choice and discovery underpin BSc/MEng Computer Science advanced areas of computer of research and work on our courses. You design your A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) science and you will undertake an real-world projects with degree around a set of core individual project, co-created with These courses provide a thorough industry mentors in a units and complement these a supervising member of staff, with grounding in the fundamentals department that emphasises by choosing from a diverse and opportunities to work with industrial of computer science combined theoretical rigour, practical evolving set of optional units. We and research partners. with opportunities to specialise application and innovation. value enterprise and creativity and in a range of advanced areas. We constantly review our we give you opportunities to excel Core ideas are introduced in curriculum to ensure it remains Study abroad year in a range of areas, from social years one and two. You will cover at the cutting edge, although enterprise projects to starting the principles of algorithms and the core of what we teach will your own business. Our courses Why study computer science programming, covering three remain consistent with that provide a balance between at Bristol? key paradigms (imperative, described above. cutting-edge topics and technical Our courses provide you with functional and object-oriented). and transferable skills, such as a thorough understanding of You will also study mathematics teamwork, communication and the fundamentals of computer and statistics underpinning entrepreneurship. Many of our science and their application. You modern computer science; how students apply their knowledge will work with staff involved in the a modern computer architecture by starting their own businesses, latest research, gaining in-depth is organised; concurrent systems supported by the department. Our knowledge from experts working at and networks; and foundations graduates are highly regarded by the forefront of the subject. Project of human-computer interaction, employers such as Apple, Google, work is central: you will work in cybersecurity, and theoretical and Microsoft, IBM, Hewlett-Packard, teams on real-world applications data-driven computer science. and focus on your own individual Logica and Cisco. A key component of year two is the project in your final year. We work software group project in which closely with industry, enabling you you work in a team to develop an to gain knowledge from leading application for a real-world client companies, work with industrial with help from an industrial mentor. mentors and spend time with In your final year, you will choose them on internships. from a range of optional units in order to specialise in selected FACULTY OF ENGINEERING bristol.ac.uk/computer-science 61

MEng Computer Science MEng Computer Science with BSc/MEng Mathematics Single Honours with Study Abroad Study in Continental Europe and Computer Science BSc Computer Science A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) A-levels A*A*A or A*AA 3 years G400 (AAA† or AAB†) IB 40 (36†) MEng Computer Science This course follows the structure of This course follows the structure 4 years G403 MEng Computer Science but gives of MEng Computer Science but This joint honours degree combines MEng Computer Science with you the opportunity to spend your gives you the opportunity to a rigorous training in mathematics Study Abroad* 4 years MEng Computer Science with third year at an English-speaking spend your third year at a partner with an understanding of computer Study in Continental Europe partner university abroad. During university in Europe. You will also science and its applications. 4 years G401 your year abroad you will study take language units to prepare you Mathematics is the language of MEng Computer Science computer science topics that for studying abroad in a foreign the sciences and is of core value with Innovation p86 *Entry by transfer parallel, as far as possible, our language. During your year in in an advanced understanding course at Bristol. We have links with Europe you will study computer of computer science. Computer Joint Honours universities in the US, Hong Kong, science topics that parallel, as science provides many of the key BSc Mathematics and Australia and other countries. far as possible, our course at tools needed to solve the most Computer Science 3 years GG14 Bristol. We currently have links important and pressing problems You will return to the University MEng Mathematics and with universities in Austria, Spain, of the modern age. The degree Computer Science for your fourth year, when you will Denmark and other countries. is ideal for someone looking to 4 years GG1K specialise in further advanced You will return to the University apply themselves in fields as varied BEng/MEng Computer Science areas of computer science and and Electronics p70 for your fourth year, when you will as high finance, cryptography, undertake an individual project, MEng Computer Science and specialise in further advanced quantum computing, algorithm Electronics with Study Abroad p70 with opportunities to work with areas of computer science and design and artificial intelligence. industrial and research partners. Academic entry undertake an individual project, In your first year you will study requirements For details on year abroad with opportunities to work with essential core components of For other qualifications including opportunities visit industrial and research partners. mathematics and computer English language, see p135. bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. For details on year abroad science, giving you a rigorous Typical standard offer for BSc/MEng Computer Science opportunities visit foundation for future years. A-levels A*AA including bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. Subsequently, you will have A* in Mathematics the opportunity to tailor your A-level contextual offer AAB including mathematics and computer A in Mathematics IB Diploma 38 points overall with 18 at science options, so that you Higher Level, including 7 at Higher Level graduate with a balance of in Mathematics theoretical and practical skills IB Diploma contextual offer 34 points that reflects your interests. overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6 in Higher Level Mathematics

†Contextual offer; see p132

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Examine crime, social harm your dissertation and independent By drawing on zemiological (social Single Honours and the policies addressing research, you will also gain skills harm) perspectives, the course BSc Criminology pressing social issues in a that will equip you for a wide range examines conventionally defined 3 years M900 school that is in the UK top of careers. crimes, along with other activities BSc Criminology with Study Abroad 4 years M901 ten for research.* or behaviours that may not be Our graduates typically enter BSc Criminology with Quantitative criminalised but that still cause Research Methods p118 vocational careers such as law, extensive harm to individuals BSc Social Policy with Criminology Study abroad year the prison service or social work; and society. p122 apply their skills to non-vocational MSci Criminology with Quantitative Why study criminology contexts like business, human Research Methods p118 BSc Criminology with at Bristol? resources or finance; or continue Academic entry Criminology is taught in the with further study. Study Abroad † † requirements School for Policy Studies, which A-levels ABB (BBC ) IB 32 (29 ) *Times Higher Education analysis of the For other qualifications including is among the UK’s ten most highly REF 2014 results placed the School for Policy This course is identical to the English language, see p135. rated schools for research on Studies tenth in the UK for social work and Typical standard offer for social policy. three-year BSc Criminology social policy and social work.* but your third year will be spent BSc Criminology The school’s undergraduate **Second in subject for Social Policy and A-levels ABB Administration in the Guardian University overseas at one of our partner teaching is outstanding, and we are A-level contextual offer BBC Guide 2020. institutions. You will be able to take IB Diploma 32 points overall with consistently rated in the top three units related to criminology or units 16 at Higher Level in our subject area in the Guardian BSc Criminology from the broader social sciences, IB Diploma contextual offer 29 points University Guide.** Our teaching is A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) arts and humanities. For example, overall with 14 at Higher Level Specific requirements; see online research led; you will be taught by students at Linköping University GCSE Criminology is a multidisciplinary course finder for details. academics who are researching in Sweden have studied a unit on subject comprising elements Part-time study available the topics that they teach, ensuring Swedish and the Swedes, and of sociology, law, social and that our course content is current at City University in Hong Kong †Contextual offer; see p132 public policy, history, psychology and engaging. students have had the option of and philosophy. There is a wide choice of units taking a unit in Mandarin. For your available covering topics including BSc Criminology at the University final year you will join the third year gender-based violence, drugs of Bristol is an exciting course of the BSc Criminology course policy, youth crime and justice. that provides an opportunity to back in Bristol. study criminology within a broader For details on year abroad Teaching typically includes lectures, framework of policy studies. opportunities visit seminars and workshops. There The course will give you an bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. is an opportunity to gain real-life understanding of crime and experience of working in a range related social harms, and the of criminal justice agencies or opportunity to analyse public organisations that are engaged policy interventions that with offenders or victims. Through contribute towards a safer and harm-free society.

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Benefit from excellent links concerns of modern Czech In language classes you will Single Honours with universities and employers society alongside Czech history develop speaking, listening, BA Modern Languages p102 in the Czech Republic and and culture. Literature classes reading, writing and translation Joint Honours organisations such as the boost language learning with skills using a range of textbooks, BA Czech and French Czech Embassy and Czech close reading of original texts media and internet resources. You 4 years RR1V Centre in London. in small groups. will choose from optional units BA Czech and German combining cultural, historical and 4 years RR2V Final-year students have the Study abroad year sociological approaches for both BA Czech and Italian opportunity to write an extended 4 years RR3V your chosen languages. project on an aspect of Czech BA Czech and Portuguese Why study Czech at Bristol? history, culture or society. You can discover the diversity of 4 years RR5V The modern Czech Republic Czech literature over the past two BA Czech and Russian A Czech degree will stand out as 4 years R701 is at the heart of the expanded centuries through a wide range a sign of individuality, intellectual BA Czech and Spanish and is a key of units in which you can select 4 years RR4V ability and a capacity to take strategic partner of the UK. It has authors and texts to suit your BA Comparative Literatures and on unusual challenges. Recent ‡ established itself as a centre for interests. You can examine Czech Cultures and Czech p59 graduates have entered diverse BA English and Czech p74 banking, finance, media, diplomacy gender identity through units that careers including British and BA History and Czech p84 and tourism. Czech expertise, focus on a range of areas from international civil services, teaching, BA Music and Czech p103 especially combined with another politics to imagery, set within the ‡ translating and interpreting, finance, Subject to approval of the European languages we context of Central and Eastern industry, the media, publishing, Academic entry offer at Bristol, is a prized asset Europe as well as Western Europe. law and tourism, while others have requirements for many professions. You can study Czech history and pursued further study. For other qualifications including At Bristol you study the language explore Czech cinema and aspects English language, see p135. of contemporary society. intensively in small groups, with BA Czech and a Typical standard offer for BA Czech and a modern language close attention from expert For details on year abroad modern language A-levels AAB including B in one of the teachers who are native speakers. A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) opportunities visit languages to be studied Modern languages students benefit bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. A-level contextual offer BBB including We offer joint honours degrees in B in one of the languages to be studied from a state-of-the-art multimedia Czech with French, German, IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at centre with access to more than Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level 2,000 films, foreign channels Spanish. These courses enable in one of the languages to be studied and magazines. IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points you to develop your language skills overall with 15 at Higher Level, including Our students often achieve and to study the cultures linked to 5 at Higher Level in one of the languages your chosen languages. You will to be studied excellent, graduate-level fluency Part-time study available after four years. Our options are spend half of your third year in designed to allow you to explore the Czech Republic and the other †Contextual offer; see p132 the contemporary priorities and half in a country relevant to your other language.

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Learn preclinical and BSc Dental Hygiene and Therapy Launched in 2019, this course has Single Honours clinical skills in our A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) been accepted provisionally for BSc Dental Hygiene and Therapy state-of-the-art facilities. accreditation by the General Dental 3 years B750 Bristol Dental Hospital has a Council. It is undergoing the normal long-established history of training Academic entry process for full approval. Industry placement programmes in both dental hygiene requirements and dental therapy. The BSc Dental Certain health conditions may For other qualifications including Hygiene and Therapy provides be incompatible with studying English language, see p135. Why study dental hygiene and Typical standard offer for therapy at Bristol? an exciting opportunity to study dental hygiene and therapy. Before BSC Dental Hygiene and Therapy Our BSc Dental Hygiene and alongside undergraduate students starting your degree you will need A-levels ABB including B in Biology. Therapy degree will enable you to on the BDS Dentistry course. to complete a health assessment We will accept certain Dental Nursing or questionnaire and pre-course Dental Technician Level 3 professional become a skilled clinician, capable Year one provides essential qualifications plus BB in two A-levels screening. For more information including Biology. Please contact the of providing high levels of clinical preclinical teaching and training visit: bristol.ac.uk/ University for full details. care and patient management. and patient contact in the ug21-dentalhygiene. A-level contextual offer BBC including Our excellent staff-to-student ratio Periodontal Clinic. B in Biology In accordance with GDC IB Diploma 32 points overall with 16 at allows for thorough supervision In year two you will start preclinical guidelines, all dental hygiene Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level and support throughout the course. training in restorative techniques, in Biology students must complete a You will benefit from a variety of and in your final term you will IB Diploma contextual offer 29 points teaching methods, giving you Disclosure and Barring Service overall with 14 at Higher Level, including begin restorative treatment of adult 5 at Higher Level in Biology the confidence to deliver tailored (DBS) check: bristol.ac.uk/ patients at the Dental Hospital. SpecificGCSE requirements; see online advice and carry out preventative secretary/legal/dbs/ course finder for details. and restorative treatments. In your final year you will students-dbs. begin preclinical training in †Contextual offer; see p132 Clinical treatment sessions are paediatric dentistry alongside closely supervised by experienced continued clinical development, dental tutors. Throughout the treating adult restorative and course, you will receive feedback periodontal patients. You will and reflect on your performance. be placed predominantly in You will develop a sensitive and community-based teaching patient-focused approach to clinics, working towards a holistic caring for the patients referred approach of patient management. to you for treatment. You will complete a research A variety of assessment methods project relevant to your role as are used such as electronic a hygienist/therapist as well as short answer, multiple choice, undertaking your final modules written assignments, case in order to gain the BSc Dental presentations, competency-based Hygiene and Therapy. assessment and structured clinical examinations.

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You will benefit from our Clinical teaching commences BDS Dentistry Single Honours £15 million refurbished, in the Bristol Dental School. Later A-levels AAA (AAC† or ABB†) BDS Dentistry state-of-the-art teaching you will gain community-based IB 36 (32†) 5 years A206 and learning facilities, gaining teaching experience in a BDS Gateway to Dentistry This five-year degree comprises 6 years A208 early clinical contact and a purpose-built facility at South clinical activity with integrated The closing date for Dentistry UCAS solid foundation in science. Bristol Community Hospital. applications is 15 October. scientific and technical teaching. After foundation training you may Year one introduces the clinical Academic entry Industry placement practise in the NHS, in the armed environment through peer group requirements forces, in private general practice or activities and observations. For other qualifications including Why study dentistry at Bristol? in a community-based dental clinic. English language, see p135. Clinical skills training and patient Typical standard offer for Our courses cover all aspects of Alternatively you may work in contact commence early in year BDS Dentistry the General Dental Council (GDC) a dental hospital where you two. In year three you can choose A-levels AAA including AA in Chemistry guidance for preparing to practise and one of Biology, Physics or can specialise in oral surgery, to intercalate in a science subject Mathematics. Graduates are required to as a dentist. There is a continuous orthodontics, restorative dentistry to obtain a BA or BSc. There is obtain a 2:1 in their degree and BBB at core of clinical activity from years or paediatric dentistry. Gaining the opportunity to undertake A-level including Chemistry and one of one to five, with supporting postgraduate qualifications will community work in the UK or Biology, Physics or Mathematics. knowledge and scientific methods A-level contextual offer AAC including enable you to undertake research abroad in year four. AA in Chemistry and one of Biology, integrated throughout. at universities or teach in a Physics or Mathematics, or ABB including Student welfare is central to our dental school. A in Chemistry and B in one of Biology, Technology-enhanced learning programme and you will have Physics or Mathematics and best educational practice Certain health conditions may access to a wide range of support, IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at is instrumental to the delivery Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher be incompatible with careers in including our in-house personal Level in Chemistry and one of Biology, of the course. You will revisit dentistry. Before starting your tutor network. Physics or Mathematics topics at a higher level of degree you will need to complete IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points understanding and application a health assessment questionnaire BDS Gateway to Dentistry overall with 16 at Higher Level, including as the course progresses. 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and 5 at and pre-course screening. For A-levels BBC IB 29 Higher Level in one of Biology, Physics more information visit: bristol. or Mathematics Teaching is delivered through This course is aimed at students ac.uk/ug21-dentistry. Please Specific GCSE requirements; see online lectures, small-group tutorials, who have the potential to become course finder for details. note that as part of your training you e-learning, supervised clinical skills dentists but do not meet the The University Clinical Aptitude will come into contact with human training and patient treatment. academic entry criteria to apply (UCAT) is required. Bursaries are available You have the opportunity to and animal cadavaric material. to cover the cost of taking the test; directly to the five-year BDS please see www.ucat.ac.uk work with hygienists and dental In accordance with GDC Dentistry course. It is a widening therapists. You will receive support guidelines, all dental students participation initiative for UK †Contextual offer; see p132 throughout your development, must complete a Disclosure and students who fulfil specific criteria. and our e-portfolio enables you to Barring Service (DBS) check: Successful completion of this receive feedback from each clinical bristol.ac.uk/secretary/legal/ year will enable you to progress encounter and track your progress. dbs/students-dbs. to BDS Dentistry. To find out if you are eligible, visit bristol.ac.uk/ug21-dentistry.

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Bristol has one of the leading can also take optional units in from a wide range of choices single variable. Econometrics economics departments management, accounting and both within Economics, Finance provides the scientific means in the UK. Our research is finance, enabling you to tailor and Management and across to overcome the issue using internationally recognised for your studies to match your career other parts of the University. The empirical observations. delivering real-world impact. ambitions. We offer a wide range number of options increases as The Study Abroad course offers of joint honours degrees, allowing you progress through the degree, you the opportunity to extend Study abroad year you to combine economics with allowing you the flexibility to select your degree to four years, spending complementary disciplines such units from the areas of economics your third year studying economics as finance, management, maths, which most interest you. Why study economics in English at a top-ranking philosophy or politics. at Bristol? In the final year, most students university in Europe or farther Studying economics at Bristol, You will be taught by world-class chose an Applied Economics afield before returning to you will become skilled in academics, many of whom have dissertation and also select Bristol for your final year. These understanding economic concepts experience working as professional from optional units which in programmes allow you to combine and in applying formal models economists. We are proud of the recent years have included the challenging, broad academic and econometric tools to test quality of our teaching and the Behavioural Economics, content of all our economics behavioural predictions using way it equips students with the Corporate Finance, Development degrees with an overseas real-world data. The analytical confidence to tackle unfamiliar Economics, Environmental dimension that reflects the and quantitative skills that you problems. The skills you learn at Economics, Industrial Economics, international nature of the economy. will develop are highly valued by Bristol will help you to become an International Economics and employers and will equip you for innovative and resilient graduate Operations Management. BSc Economics and Finance / a range of different careers. who can thrive in a rapidly BSc Economics and Finance Our courses are exciting and changing world. BSc Economics and with Study Abroad † † current, delivered through Econometrics / BSc Economics A-levels AAA (ABB ) IB 36 (32 ) BSc Economics and Econometrics with technically rigorous, research-led This course recognises the A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) Study Abroad teaching. We offer innovative and importance of statistical analysis A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) challenging units that expose This degree develops the in these two core disciplines, as you to cutting-edge ideas and necessary analytical and This course combines the study of well as the benefit of studying methods and reconnect the quantitative skills for a wide economics and econometrics with econometrics, the application study of economics with real life. range of careers in economics a wide range of optional units. of statistical methods to data to All our degrees are informed and beyond. The way we teach estimate economic models. Econometrics is the application by our economics research, economics is technically rigorous: of statistical methods to data to The first two years of the which achieved 100 per cent 4* econometrics – the application estimate economic models. It’s degree focus on building your world-leading rating for research of statistical methods to data used by economists to verify or mathematical and analytical abilities impact in the latest Research to estimate economic models – disprove theories and analyse the with mandatory units in micro and Excellence Framework (REF 2014). is a central component of impacts of policies and events on macroeconomics, mathematics, the programme. You will benefit from a broad the health of the economy. statistics and econometrics, and range of study. You can apply Mandatory units in macro and the fundamentals of accounting Econometrics is a vital tool for your economics skills to many microeconomics, mathematics, and finance. These allow you to economists because, unlike different topics, including finance, statistics and econometrics provide develop the necessary skills to natural sciences where controlled international trade, labour you with a strong foundation complete the applied economics experiments are used to determine markets, environmental change, over the first two years of your dissertation in your final year, when the effect of one thing on another, public policy, economic history degree. You can complement you can also choose from a wide it’s impossible to hold the economy and developing economies. You these with optional modules range of optional units. constant while tinkering with a FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND LAW bristol.ac.uk/economics 67

Previous economics units have BSc Economics with Study BSc Economics and Politics / Single Honours included Economics of Developing in Continental Europe BSc Economics and Politics BSc Economics Countries, Behavioural Economics A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) with Study Abroad 3 years L100 and International Economics. A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) BSc Economics and Econometrics We offer you the opportunity to 3 years L140 Previous finance units have extend your degree to four years, This course combination offers an BSc Economics and Econometrics with Study Abroad included Financial Crises, spending your third year studying enriching experience with exciting 4 years L142 International Finance and economics at a university in Europe intellectual challenges, in two BSc Economics and Finance Portfolio Management. or farther afield before returning to schools with strong reputations 3 years LN13 Bristol for your final year. You will for teaching and research. BSc Economics and Finance The Study Abroad course extends with Study Abroad your degree to four years. You will study in the language of your host Economics study is based on a 4 years LN15 spend your third year studying country, and you will take language series of core units in the first and BSc Economics with Study Abroad 4 years L105 economics (in English) at a courses in your first and second second years covering micro and years in preparation for this. This BSc Economics with Study in top-ranking university in Europe macroeconomics, mathematics, Continental Europe or farther afield before returning course allows you to combine statistics and econometrics. This 4 years L101 to Bristol for your final year. This the challenging, broad academic lays the foundations to allow you to BSc Economics and Accounting p34 programme allows you to combine content of our economics degree specialise in your third year in the BSc Economics and Accounting with with an overseas dimension that Professional Placement p34 the challenging, broad academic areas of economics which most BSc Economics and Accounting content of our economics degree reflects the international nature of interest you. with Study Abroad p34 with an overseas dimension that the economy. BSc Economics and Management p94 You will also study the politics reflects the international nature of BSc Economics and Management BSc Economics and of individual countries and with Study Abroad p94 the economy. Mathematics governments, and the relationships MSci Economics with Innovation p86 A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) between countries, communities Joint Honours BSc Economics with and individuals. Politics is Study Abroad Our BSc Economics and BSc Economics and Mathematics organised around three themes: 3 years LG11 A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) Mathematics degree allows you to study mathematics at a political theory, comparative and BSc Economics and Politics 3 years LL12 You can extend your degree to high level while also studying national politics, and international relations. In addition to compulsory BSc Economics and Politics four years on the Study Abroad economics using mathematical with Study Abroad 4 years LL14 course, spending your third year tools, including econometrics. units, which will give you a solid BSc Philosophy and Economics p108 studying economics in English grounding in politics, you will have BSc Philosophy and Economics with at a university in Europe or farther Previous economics options have access to a range of units that Study Abroad p108 afield before returning to Bristol included Industrial Economics, are closely linked to staff research International Economics and Academic entry for your final year. This course interests and thus unique to Bristol. requirements allows you to combine the Macroeconomic Theory and Policy while previous mathematics options You can extend your degree to For other qualifications including challenging, broad academic four years on the Study Abroad English language, see p135. content of our economics degree have included Complex Networks, Typical standard offer for Financial Mathematics and course, spending your third year BSc Economics with an overseas dimension that studying economics and politics reflects the international nature Time Series Analysis. A-levels A*AA including Mathematics in English at one of our partner A-level contextual offer AAB of the economy. institutions overseas. including Mathematics IB Diploma 38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including either 6 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level in Mathematics Find out more: IB Diploma contextual offer 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including bristol.ac.uk/ug21-economics either 5 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level in Mathematics

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Explore education from a wide working with children, young communities, social movements, Single Honours range of perspectives and people, schools and families. workplaces and care homes. BSc Education Studies develop insight into how people BSc Education Studies can You will develop expertise in UK 3 years X300 learn throughout their lives. lead to routes into primary education and will study global, BSc Education Studies with Study Abroad teaching, careers in research and international and comparative 4 years X304 Study abroad year educational publishing, and jobs educational perspectives. BSc Psychology in Education in the charity and community 3 years X301 The course currently includes an sectors. BSc Psychology in BSc Psychology in Education with Why study education at Bristol? optional placement unit, Education in Study Abroad Education is accredited by the The School of Education is highly Practice, where you can apply your 4 years X305 British Psychological Society and rated for the quality of our research learning and gain valuable workplace Academic entry provides a pathway to professional and teaching.* We have a strong experience through a placement in requirements training in educational, clinical and track record in preparing future a school, charitable organisation, counselling psychology. For other qualifications including educators and researchers, and business, museum, community English language, see p135. we provide an exciting study If you are interested in learning group or research setting. Typical standard offer for environment, embracing the about another culture and its BSc Education Studies A-levels ABB spectrum of quantitative and educational practices, our four-year BSc Psychology in Education / A-level contextual offer BBC qualitative research and teaching. Study Abroad degrees include a BSc Psychology in Education IB Diploma 32 points overall with You will learn how to investigate third year spent studying in English with Study Abroad 16 at Higher Level † † IB Diploma contextual offer 29 points educational questions using at one of our partner institutions A-levels ABB (BBC ) IB 32 (29 ) overseas, before returning to overall with 14 at Higher Level different disciplinary perspectives This is an applied psychology Bristol for your final year. and will study experimental and degree that uses psychological †Contextual offer; see p132 social research methods. Lectures, *Times Higher Education analysis of the research methods to understand REF 2014 results placed the School of seminars and guided independent Education tenth in the UK for the education and interpret social and human study offer an evidence-based subject category. behaviour in the context of and highly relevant basis for education, wherever and whenever professional development. BSc Education Studies / it happens throughout people’s Seminars and workshops BSc Education Studies lives. You will be able to apply encourage you to collaborate with with Study Abroad psychological theory and research others, while presentations help A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) to real-life educational settings you develop your confidence in On this course you will learn how involving children, adolescents and conveying arguments and ideas. education can contribute towards adults. The British Psychological Our wide range of approaches changing societies and individuals. Society accreditation means that encourages a flexible mindset, You will explore how learning successful students are eligible the capacity to innovate and the happens at all ages, from very to apply for professional training ability to critically assess different young children to older adults. as a psychologist. kinds of data – key skills relevant You will learn about education to many careers. Our degrees in a range of settings, from offer excellent preparation for schools and universities to online

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Bristol is home to one of Our graduates are highly sought research project as well as a year two of MEng Electrical and Europe’s largest clusters of after; 85 per cent of BEng Electrical choice of optional units, which Electronic Engineering, subject to micro-electronics and hi-tech and Electronic Engineering means you can focus on anything satisfactory performance. industries, the UK’s biggest students are employed or in from electrical power systems to Both courses provide full aerospace companies and a further study within six months of electronic communications. accreditation for the qualification thriving creative media industry. graduating.* The skills we teach of Chartered Engineer. are in demand from a variety MEng Electrical and Study abroad year of industries, such as power, Electronic Engineering Years one and two give you transport, medicine, consumer with a Year in Industry a grounding in mathematics, Industry placement electronics, computing, artificial A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) computing, analogue and digital intelligence, cryptography, digital IB 36 (32†) electronics, communications, electromagnetics, power Why study electrical and media, financial services and The Year in Industry course electronics and control. You will electronic engineering communications. Recent examples provides the opportunity to spend spend your third year abroad at Bristol? of graduate employers include your third year in an industrial following a similar curriculum to the One of the broadest engineering Jaguar Land Rover, Siemens, environment applying the one taught in Bristol. For details disciplines, electrical and electronic Hewlett-Packard, Intel, BBC, knowledge gained in your first two on year abroad opportunities visit engineering uses cutting-edge Dyson and EDF Energy. years of study. There is no direct bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. In your technology to produce designs *Based on data collected for the Destinations entry on to this course, but you can fourth year you will have a choice that address some of the major of Leavers from Higher Education survey, from those who graduated in 2016/17. transfer from MEng Electrical and of optional units and individual concerns of the modern world. Electronic Engineering after year project topics, which means Demand is growing for skilled BEng/MEng Electrical and two if you reach a high academic you can focus on anything from graduates to work in industries Electronic Engineering standard and are successful at electrical power systems to such as consumer electronics, A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) interview with industry. Places are electronic communications. alternative energy and transport, IB 36 (32†) limited and highly competitive. medical engineering and BEng/MEng Mechanical and communications. If you enjoy The three-year BEng course MEng Electrical and Electronic mathematics and science and provides partial accreditation Electrical Engineering Engineering with Study Abroad A-levels AAA (AAC†) IB 36 (32†) are fascinated by technology, for the qualification of Chartered / MEng Electrical and Electronic this fast-moving discipline may Engineer, and the four-year MEng Engineering with Study in There is strong industrial demand be for you. gives full accreditation. Both Continental Europe for skilled engineers able to span courses cover the same units Learn from world-renowned A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) the mechanical and electrical in years one and two, delivering IB 36 (32†) engineering disciplines. Our experts and apply your knowledge a grounding in mathematics, in our state-of-the-art laboratory. BEng/MEng courses will give you computing, analogue and digital These courses allow you to spend the fundamental knowledge and Benefit from outstanding industrial electronics, communications, your third year studying abroad links and opportunities for tools to satisfy this demand in a electromagnetics, power at a partner university. Teaching unique way. scholarships and placements. electronics and control. Transfer on the Study Abroad course is in These links provide privileged between the two courses is English. The Study in Continental Years one and two offer a access to industrial prototypes, possible until the end of year Europe course includes languages grounding in mathematics, software tools and equipment. two subject to satisfactory classes during your first two year, in thermal management, dynamics At Bristol you are encouraged to performance. Year three of the preparation for the third year where and control, computing, lead, to think in innovative ways, MEng includes a group design teaching is in the language of your electrical energy technologies, and to challenge existing practice, project. The final year of both host country. Entry to the Study and analogue and digital equipping you with the skills and courses includes an individual Abroad course is by transfer from electronics. Laboratory work and confidence to make a difference. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING bristol.ac.uk/eeng 71

case studies will draw together BEng/MEng Computer MEng Computer Science and Single Honours these interdisciplinary foundations. Science and Electronics Electronics with Study Abroad BEng Electrical and Electronic A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) Engineering 3 years H600 In the third year, and fourth year IB 36 (32†) IB 36 (32†) MEng Electrical and Electronic for the MEng course, you will Engineering 4 years H606 choose from a range of options and This joint honours course, offered This joint honours course, MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Study Abroad* engage in group design projects by the Departments of Computer offered by the Departments of 4 years and an individual research project, Science and Electrical and Computer Science and Electrical MEng Electrical and Electronic which means you can focus Electronic Engineering, is designed and Electronic Engineering, is Engineering with Study in on anything from soft robotics to meet the needs of the computing designed to meet the needs of Continental Europe 4 years H605 and intelligent adaptable power and electronics industries. It industry. It includes a year overseas MEng Electrical and Electronic systems to efficient, clean provides full accreditation for the at a university that teaches in Engineering with a Year in Industry* propulsion technologies. qualification of Chartered Engineer. English. The degree provides full 5 years The Bristol area is home to a accreditation for the qualification MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Innovation p86 MEng Mechanical and range of thriving and world-leading of Chartered Engineer. semiconductor design companies Joint Honours Electrical Engineering Entry to the course is available who contribute to our curriculum BEng Computer Science with a Year in Industry through UCAS or via transfer A-levels AAA (AAC†) 36 (32†) design as well as hosting and Electronics IB from year two of MEng Computer 3 years GH45 industry-based projects. The Year in Industry course provides Science and Electronics, subject BEng Mechanical and Electrical Engineering the opportunity to spend your third Your first two years cover the to satisfactory performance. The 3 years H361 year applying your knowledge in an foundations of computing and first two years are identical to MEng MEng Computer Science industrial environment. electronics, equipping you to work Computer Science and Electronics. and Electronics confidently in both software and The third year is spent overseas, 4 years GH46 Entry on to the course is via transfer MEng Computer Science and hardware. Year three includes following a similar curriculum to the from BEng/MEng Mechanical and Electronics with Study Abroad a major project, either based in one taught in Bristol. For details 4 years GH4P Electrical Engineering after year industry or industry-inspired, on year abroad opportunities visit MEng Mechanical and two if you reach a high academic which is undertaken at the bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. You Electrical Engineering standard and are successful at 4 years H360 University. You can tailor your third can tailor your fourth year to suit interview with industry. MEng Mechanical and Electrical year, and fourth year for MEng your interests through an individual Engineering with a Year in Industry* During your first two years you will students, to suit your interests by project and optional units. 5 years gain a grounding in mathematics, choosing an individual project and *Entry by transfer thermal management, dynamics optional units. Academic entry and control, computing, electrical requirements energy technologies, and analogue For other qualifications including and digital electronics. Following English language, see p135. your third-year placement you will Typical standard offer for BEng/MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering choose from a range of options in A-levels AAA including Mathematics, years four and five, and engage or A*AB including A in Mathematics in group design projects and an A-level contextual offer ABB including individual research project. A in Mathematics IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics Find out more: IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including bristol.ac.uk/ug21-eleceng 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics

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Study bespoke design Our bespoke engineering design In years four and five you can Single Honours units, undertake industrial modules allow you to learn from choose from a wide range of MEng Engineering Design with placements and work on leading experts in design methods, technical modules from the School Study in Industry 5 years with one year of paid real-world design projects in and there are opportunities to work of Civil, Aerospace and Mechanical employment H150 partnership with industry. in interdisciplinary teams on applied Engineering and open units in other engineering projects with our faculties. This gives you the chance Academic entry Industry placement industrial partners. to gain further technical expertise requirements in your chosen specialisation and For other qualifications including The course offers a close-knit English language, see p135. a broader learning experience in Why study engineering design community of staff and students Typical standard offer for other subjects, such as computer at Bristol? and provides a highly supportive MEng Engineering Design science, finance, geography with Study in Industry Inspired by the Royal Academy of learning environment. or languages. A-levels A*AA including A*A (in any order) Engineering, this in-depth course *First for General Engineering in Mathematics and any one of Physics, aims to develop high-calibre A group research and design Chemistry, Further Mathematics or Computer Science engineers who can lead complex project forms a major component MEng Engineering Design A-level contextual offer AAB including engineering projects that are vital with Study in Industry of your final two years. The project AA in Mathematics and any one of to modern society. A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) is conducted with one of our Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics industrial partners and you can or Computer Science Through summer placements After a broad, common first year, IB Diploma 38 points overall with 18 at choose from a range of topics, Higher Level, including 7, 6 (in any order) and an assessed year in industry you can choose to specialise in you will gain industrial experience such as robotics, manufacturing, at Higher Level in Mathematics and mechanical, aerospace or civil renewable energy, future cities any one of Physics, Chemistry, Further before you graduate, developing Mathematics or Computer Science engineering, studying technical and sustainable transport. excellent career prospects. units alongside students from IB Diploma contextual offer 34 points The course offers flexible overall with 17 at Higher Level, including these other engineering degrees. Our degree is accredited by 6, 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics and study, allowing you to select a The third year is usually a paid numerous bodies under licence any one of Physics, Chemistry, Further specialisation in aerospace, civil placement in industry, which from the Engineering Council. Mathematics or Computer Science or mechanical engineering after An accredited degree provides forms an assessed part of the †Contextual offer; see p132 your first year and a wide range of course and is closely monitored you with the underpinning options in later years of the course. by the University, allowing you to knowledge, understanding and Our MEng Engineering Design start working towards becoming skills for eventual registration course is ranked top in the UK a Chartered Engineer. You will as an Incorporated (IEng) or for the subject in the Guardian be given responsibilities similar Chartered Engineer (CEng). University Guide 2020 and to graduate entrants, with the Times Good University opportunities to manage your Guide 2020.* In addition, our own projects. We will support 100 per cent overall student you in applying for a placement. satisfaction score (NSS 2019) demonstrates our commitment to outstanding teaching.

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Engineering mathematics offers Our strong links with industry mean collaborators or address real Single Honours a unique blend of advanced that our courses remain extremely challenges in current research. BEng Engineering Mathematics mathematics and real-world attractive in fields as diverse as By working on these case studies 3 years G162 problem solving. Our passion technology, healthcare, software, and using theory and techniques MEng Engineering Mathematics 4 years G161 is to use mathematics to solve automotive and finance. As well from other units, you will be able MEng Engineering Mathematics problems that arise from every as creating their own startups, our to develop your mathematical with Study Abroad branch of engineering. graduates have also gone on to modelling, collaboration and 4 years G160 work for major employers, including communication skills. Your MEng Engineering Mathematics with a Year in Industry* 5 years Study abroad year Airbus, OC Robotics, Goldman final-year project is excellent *Entry by transfer Sachs, the Met Office, Renishaw preparation for your future career. Academic entry Industry placement and Unilever. MEng Engineering Mathematics requirements BEng/MEng Engineering with a Year in Industry For other qualifications including Why study engineering English language, see p135. † mathematics at Bristol? Mathematics A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB ) Typical standard offer for BEng/MEng † † Our courses equip you with A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB ) IB 36 (32 ) Engineering Mathematics † the mathematical modelling, IB 36 (32 ) A-levels AAA including Mathematics, This course follows the structure or A*AB including A in Mathematics computational and data analysis The first two years of all of our of MEng Engineering Mathematics A-level contextual offer ABB including skills needed to solve challenging, engineering mathematics courses for the first two years. In your third A in Mathematics real-world problems faced by provide a broad background in year you will be able to put what IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at engineers and scientists. You will Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level mathematical analysis, modelling you have learned into practice in Mathematics also meet the increasing demand and scientific computation, and through an industrial placement, IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points from industry for highly skilled their application to engineering. before returning to Bristol for your overall with 16 at Higher Level, including graduates who can work across final years. 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics traditional discipline boundaries. These core topics underpin the advanced material that follows. †Contextual offer; see p132 You will learn the very latest MEng Engineering Mathematics techniques from enthusiastic staff After your first two years you can choose from a wide variety of with Study Abroad and will be able to apply them in † options from across engineering A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB ) our experimental labs. Above all, IB 36 (32†) we encourage you to think widely and mathematics to fit your and freely and to develop your own interests, benefiting from our This course follows the structure intellectual curiosity. pioneering research. of our MEng Engineering A major focus of the course is Mathematics degree but gives The courses are accredited by you the opportunity to spend your the IMA, providing our graduates real-world problem solving, spanning many different third year at an English-speaking with the requirements to become university abroad, for example in a Chartered Mathematician. application areas from robotics and social media to medicine and Australia or Switzerland. You can environmental modelling. Problems transfer to this course up until your come directly from our industrial second year.

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English at Bristol is Ages to the contemporary period century to the present day, is Applications for this course should distinguished by innovative, and draw on many perspectives complemented by work on be made directly to the University, wide-ranging and research-led and literary theories, such as individual authors and topics rather than through UCAS. For teaching in a department with a postcolonial theory, environmental chosen from a list of research-led further information on the course long history in literary studies. studies, gender and critical race special subject units, including and how to apply, please visit studies, medical humanities, creative writing, as well as options bristol.ac.uk/elce. Study abroad year visual culture and comparative related to earlier literature. You may literary studies. Our creative writing choose to study abroad for one BA English and Why study English at Bristol? tutors have specialisms in poetry, teaching block of your second year. Classical Studies fiction for adults, children’s fiction, † † Reading literature allows us to The third year offers a combination A-levels AAA (ABB ) IB 36 (32 ) creative non-fiction, screenwriting question our world, to realise the of options in later literature, in This degree combines investigation and editing. limits of our understanding, to make trans-historical topics and in special of the ancient Greco-Roman world connections across disciplines and An English degree will help you subjects, as well as the opportunity with the study of works from all ideas, to evaluate historical and to develop a broad range of to write a dissertation on a topic periods of English literature, many cultural processes, and to think communication skills and evaluative of your own choosing. of which reflect or reanimate through the complexities of our techniques that are considered ancient texts and topics. own times. very favourably by employers. BA English Literature and Both halves of the course give We also have a lively postgraduate Community Engagement English at Bristol offers a diverse you the opportunity to follow community, and many of our This degree offers you the chance and lively approach to literary your own interests and particular students go on to study on to gain an undergraduate degree studies through small-group enthusiasms through optional units, our master’s programmes from the University of Bristol and tutorials, seminars and lectures. It including Latin or Greek. You may and research degrees. to share what you are learning in is a serious but enjoyable academic also study ancient arts, such as the wider community. It combines discipline, with an emphasis on epic or drama, alongside their more BA English study of a full range of literature in interdisciplinary dialogue across modern forms in literature written A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) English, from the medieval period to the University and beyond. in English. the present day, with a community An English degree from Bristol Our courses are designed to engagement element. You will run a Your dissertation in year three gives you the opportunity to study support your growth as an reading group or undertake similar will draw on both degree subjects the full breadth and range of independent learner and give you work in the community as part of to discuss a topic that concerns literature written in English. the opportunity to follow your own your degree. both the ancient world and interests with many optional units. Year one lays strong foundations, English literature. This course is taught part-time on As part of our intellectually rich and providing training in close reading, one evening a week (plus some friendly community, you can study critical and theoretical approaches, Saturday schools) over six years English literature from the medieval and the skills and conventions of and is aimed primarily at mature period to the present day, as well academic writing, alongside the students. However, students on as key critical and theoretical study of poetry, narrative writing this course range widely in age approaches to literary study. and drama from the medieval (from those in their 20s to those period to the mid-18th century. You Optional special subject units, aged over 70), prior educational may also choose an optional unit or based on the research interests experience and background. The a unit from another department in of our teaching staff, allow you to Department of English also offers the University. explore particular authors, topics a range of short preparatory or genres in depth. Our research In year two, the continued study courses which may be appropriate interests currently include literature, of successive periods of English for those who wish to progress poetry and drama from the Middle literature, from the mid-18th to this course. FACULTY OF ARTS bristol.ac.uk/english 75

BA English and a BA English and History BA English and Philosophy Single Honours modern language A-levels AAA (AAC†) IB 36 (32†) A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) BA English A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) 3 years Q300 Literary critics are often concerned This course gives you the BA English Literature and These joint honours courses with how historical forces shape opportunity to study two distinct Community Engagement 6 years allow you to study two poems, plays and novels, while disciplines: philosophy, which Joint Honours complementary disciplines, both historians are interested in how questions everyday assumptions BA English and Classical Studies of which ask you to think carefully literary texts shape cultural and and enquires into the foundations 3 years QQ38 about culture and historical context political history. This joint honours of other forms of knowledge; and BA English and Czech and to pay close attention to course aims to develop your English literature, which involves 4 years QR3V detail while comprehending and knowledge and understanding the close, analytical study of poetry, BA English and French 4 years QR31 analysing language. of the relationship between fiction and drama. BA English and German these distinct but 4 years QR32 You will explore a rich variety of You will learn the fundamental complementary disciplines. BA English and History texts for both parts of your degree principles of logic, metaphysics, 3 years QV31 and will develop excellent critical Mandatory units encourage epistemology, ethics and political BA English and Italian and communication skills, in analysis of the links between the philosophy, and study English 4 years QR33 English and in your chosen two disciplines. Optional units, literature in its full extent and BA English and Philosophy 3 years QV35 modern language. In both which are offered across both diversity from the medieval BA English and Portuguese disciplines you will study literary departments, will allow you to period to the present day. The 4 years QR35 texts in their social, political and explore your interests in particular curriculum is designed to enable BA English and Russian historical contexts. You will also periods of writing and history and you to benefit from the research 4 years QR37 BA English and Spanish have opportunities to study develop more subject-specific expertise of members of staff 4 years QR34 aspects of history, film and skills. Your final-year dissertation from both disciplines. BA Film and English p77 linguistics as part of your will ask you to bring together the The course offers you both depth BA Theatre and English p126 modern language programme. skills you have developed while and breadth over three years of Academic entry studying both disciplines. You will spend a mandatory year exciting and challenging study. requirements abroad to improve your language You will gain skills including textual For other qualifications including skills and global citizenship. All analysis, critical thinking, and clear English language, see p135. students on this course will also written and verbal expression, Typical standard offer for BA English complete a dissertation during the which are valuable in a wide A-levels AAA including English Literature or combined final year, bringing together the range of careers. English Literature and Language skills you have developed while A-level contextual offer ABB including studying both disciplines. A in English Literature or combined English Literature and Language IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in English A Literature or combined English A Literature and Language IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in English A Literature or combined English A Literature and Language Part-time study available Find out more: †Contextual offer; see p132 bristol.ac.uk/ug21-english FACULTY OF SCIENCE 76 bristol.ac.uk/earthsciences Environmental Geoscience

These interdisciplinary, Our degrees are accredited by Our close links with industry ensure Single Honours science-based degrees will the Geological Society of London that the skills you gain during your BSc Environmental Geoscience allow you to explore topics and are flexible enough to allow studies are valued by employers. 3 years F640 such as climate change, transfers between some courses Recent partners have included MSci Environmental Geoscience 4 years F641 volcanic hazards and resource at the end of the first year. Shell, Chevron, Reykjavik Energy, MSci Environmental Geoscience management, leading to a wide Atkins, Environmental Resources with Study Abroad Environmental geoscience range of exciting and globally Management and EDF. 4 years F644 graduates are highly sought after relevant careers. by the mining, mineral exploration, Academic entry geotechnical, environmental MSci Environmental requirements Study abroad year consultancy and petroleum Geoscience with Study Abroad For other qualifications including † industries. Many of our students A-levels AAB or ABB (ABC ) English language, see p135. IB 34 or 32 (31†) Typical standard offer for Why study environmental also go on to further study in the BSc/MSci Environmental Geoscience geoscience at Bristol? field before entering academia. Years one, two and four mirror the A-levels AAB including a core science/ Environmental geoscientists MSci degree but you will spend mathematics subject and another science-related subject, or ABB in three examine the interactions between BSc/MSci Environmental your third year abroad studying core science/mathematics subjects the geology, biology, chemistry and Geoscience at one of our partner institutions. A-level contextual offer ABC including physics of Earth’s surface, oceans A-levels AAB or ABB (ABC†) You will return to Bristol for your AB (in any order) in a core science/ and atmosphere. Bristol is a hub † mathematics subject and another IB 34 or 32 (31 ) fourth year with an appreciation science-related subject for environmental geoscience with of different cultures, exciting new These science-based degrees IB Diploma 34 points overall with broad expertise across this field, ideas and a broader perspective 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in give you a deep understanding of including climate change, marine of the world, all of which can lead any order) at Higher Level in a core Earth’s environment and how it can science/mathematics subject and science, geochemistry, geophysics to enhanced career prospects. be influenced by human activities. another science-related subject, or and volcanic hazards. Recently, students have studied in 32 points overall with 16 at Higher In years one and two you gain a Level, including 6, 5, 5 in three core Our courses are rigorously the US, Canada, Europe, Australia science/mathematics subjects firm grounding in earth sciences, quantitative and focus on problem and New Zealand. IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points solving. The dynamic course building your knowledge to inform overall with 15 at Higher Level, including your choice of third-year options. 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in a core content ensures that the skills science/mathematics subject and another you gain during your studies Your third year also includes an science-related subject will be valued by industry independent field and laboratory Specific GCSE requirements; see online course finder for details. when you graduate. project and an industry-standard environmental impact study. We have a tightly knit community †Contextual offer; see p132 and a programme of student-run The fourth year of the MSci course projects, informal seminars and includes a range of advanced social events. Our courses include topics, and you will undertake a field trips in the UK and overseas, major research project. the cost of which is included in your tuition fee.

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Our degrees offer a dynamic industries. We have links with language, combining mastery of Single Honours blend of theory and practice, a range of film festivals, media the language with exploration of the BA Film and Television benefiting from state-of-the-art archives, arts centres and media culture, history and literature of the 3 years 4M5N facilities including a 4K companies. We also have a lively societies where your language is MArts Film and Television with Innovation p86 screening room, a 214-seat postgraduate community, and spoken. You will spend your third cinema, stop-motion animation many students go on to study year abroad on a work or study Joint Honours suites and two bespoke our MA programmes and placement before returning to BA Film and English production studios. research degrees. Bristol for your final year. 3 years 6T3X BA Film and French 4 years 2LK6 Study abroad year BA Film and Television BA Film and English BA Film and German A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) 4 years 4F29 BA Film and Italian Why study film and television Guided by leading scholars Guided by expert scholars 4 years 4L92 at Bristol? and practitioners, you will and practitioners, you will BA Film and Portuguese Our degrees blend historical explore the history of film and explore the history of film and 4 years 4PP8 and theoretical study of film and BA Film and Spanish television, considering theoretical television, consider theoretical 4 years L288 television with practice-based perspectives and appreciating perspectives and engage in BA Theatre and Film p126 activities. There is a mixture of how films are made. You will practical film-making activities. Academic entry small-group tutorials, lectures, also engage in practical You will have the opportunity requirements seminars and practical workshops. film-making activities. to undertake a practical The curriculum progresses from project, a written dissertation For other qualifications including As well as being trained in scholarly English language, see p135. introductory units, which use or a work placement in the investigation and critical thinking, Typical standard offer for specific topics to teach you how creative industries. BA Film and Television you will work collaboratively to analyse film and television, A-levels AAB in groups and develop skills For the English part of your course to more advanced units that A-level contextual offer BBB cover significant historical relevant to practical film making. you will study a broad range of IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level movements, contemporary Throughout your studies you will literature written in English, from the learn from a variety of film and medieval period to the present day. IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points practices and the theoretical overall with 15 at Higher Level concepts that underpin, inform television professionals, and in your This will include the close, analytical final year you will have the chance study of poetry, fiction and † and shape film and television. Contextual offer; see p132 to undertake a placement in the drama, and critical and theoretical You will have access to our creative industries. approaches to studying literature. film-making and digital production In your second and third years equipment, high specification BA Film and a you can choose from a range cinema, production studio, modern language of stimulating options and animation suites, sound rooms A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) research-led special subjects, and edit suites. including creative writing. In You will study histories and your third year, you can write In your final year you may theories of film, as well as learning a dissertation on a topic of undertake an independent project practical skills in film making. You your choice. or work placement in the creative will also take units in your chosen

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Choose from an exceptional Bristol is an exciting place to study We offer popular options on Single Honours range of cultural units on arts and humanities, with a thriving French cinema as part of a broader BA French aspects of French and cultural life, several art cinemas, specialism in the relationship 4 years R100 Francophone history, literature, concert halls and theatres, and a between literary and visual BA Modern Languages p102 politics, linguistics and visual lively, cosmopolitan atmosphere. cultures, and challenging Joint Honours cultures, from the Middle Ages Students in the department options in linguistics. BA Czech and French to the present day. have access to a state-of-the-art 4 years RR1V multimedia centre. BA French and a BA French and German 4 years RR12 Study abroad year modern language Our graduates have gone on BA French and Italian † † to careers in publishing, the A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) 4 years RR13 Why study French at Bristol? BA French and Portuguese civil service and Foreign Office, The joint honours degree enables 4 years RR15 French is spoken by hundreds of journalism, the media, teaching, you to develop your French BA French and Russian millions of people in more than marketing, finance, consultancy knowledge and language skills 4 years RR17 30 countries around the world. Our and tourism. beyond A-level while studying BA French and Spanish 4 years RR14 French department encourages another language (most are BA Comparative Literatures and strong synergy between research BA French available from a beginner’s level). Cultures and French‡ p59 and teaching, resulting in a A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) Many students find that studying BA English and French p74 vibrant learning environment for two languages makes them BA Film and French p77 Our single honours French degree our students as staff respond to stronger linguists. You will BA History and French p84 will help you to achieve a high groundbreaking research. Our spend half of your third year in BA History of Art and French p85 level of fluency and accuracy in courses provide an enriching a French-speaking country and BA International Business modern spoken and written French. Management and French p88 experience with exciting intellectual the other half in a country relevant It also allows you to study many BA Music and French p103 challenges, offering a wide range to your other language. aspects of the society, culture, BA Philosophy and French p108 of options that build on a solid BA Politics and French p114 literature and linguistic history of You will achieve a high degree of foundation year. BA Theatre and French p126 French-speaking countries. fluency and accuracy in written and LLB Law and French p91 The department has a strong intake oral registers in both languages. ‡ You will develop a thorough Subject to approval of highly qualified and motivated The course offers a broad range understanding of the rich diversity students every year and enjoys of options, including the study of Academic entry of cultures in France and elsewhere an outstanding reputation. All our both languages and of the history, requirements in the French-speaking world. French degrees last four years and literature and culture of countries For other qualifications including As well as studying the literature English language, see p135. include a work or study placement where those languages are spoken. and culture of France itself from Typical standard offer for BA French in a French-speaking country A-levels AAB including B in French during your third year. Some Bristol the Middle Ages through to the 21st century, you will cover the A-level contextual offer BBB including students choose to spend their B in French time in France, while others choose literatures and cultures of the IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at more far-flung locations such as Francophone world of north Africa Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level and other former French colonies. in French Senegal or Martinique. IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points overall with 15 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in French Part-time study available

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Work with renowned scholars Field trips and practical work are BSc Geography with Single Honours in the fields of glaciology, key components of our courses. Study Abroad BSc Geography hydrology, spatial modelling, There are UK residential trips in A-levels AAA or AAB (ABB† or 3 years F800 political economy, historical year one, and in year two there BBB†) IB 36 or 34 (32† or 31†) BSc Geography with Study Abroad 4 years 09F4 and cultural geography, and is an overseas field trip. The skills You will spend your third year BSc Geography with Study in environmental change. that you acquire throughout Continental Europe studying geography and other your studies will be applied 4 years F801 subjects at an English-speaking in a self-directed dissertation BSc Geography with Quantitative Study abroad year university abroad. We currently Research Methods p118 project in your final year. have exchange agreements with MSci Geography with Innovation p86 Why study geography at Bristol? The School of Geographical universities in the US, Canada, MSci Geography with Quantitative Research Methods p118 We are entering an exciting new Sciences is a partner in Bristol Singapore, Australia, New Zealand phase in global development Q-Step, which is part of a national and Hong Kong. You will return Academic entry where geography will steer great initiative offering enhanced skills to Bristol for the fourth and final requirements intellectual and practical leaps. training in the social sciences. year of your degree. For details For other qualifications including Bristol is deeply involved with the on year abroad opportunities visit English language, see p135. people and debates that will lead Typical standard offer for BSc Geography bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. BSc Geography † those changes. A-levels AAA or AAB (ABB or A-levels AAA in any subjects, or AAB in † † † Our courses are taught in a BBB ) IB 36 or 34 (32 or 31 ) BSc Geography with Study three specified subjects in Continental Europe A-level contextual offer ABB stimulating environment in which In year one you receive an in any subjects, or BBB in three A-levels AAA or AAB (ABB† or we aim to inspire you and help overview of human and physical specified subjects BBB†) IB 36 or 34 (32† or 31†) you to develop skills that will geography, and develop a range of IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, or 34 points overall with lead to a successful career geographical and scientific skills. You will spend your third year 17 at Higher Level including three when you graduate. The remaining years are organised studying geography and other specified subjects around specialist units from subjects at a partner university in IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points You will be able to choose overall with 16 at Higher Level, or 31 specialist units in years two human and/or physical geography. continental Europe. You will take points overall with 15 at Higher Level and three, comprising human Physical geography units cover relevant language units beforehand including three specified subjects geography, physical geography or three broad areas: glaciology, to prepare you for studying in the †Contextual offer; see p132 both. Each specialist unit will help hydrology and environmental language of your host country. you engage with cutting-edge change. Human geography topics We currently have exchange material and develop your range from economic development agreements with universities in knowledge and skills. and global politics to inequalities Barcelona, Bonn, Grenoble, Paris, of health and contemporary social Lyon, Valencia and others. You will theory. You will also develop return to Bristol for the fourth and skills in the use of specialised final year of your degree. For details computer software, statistics on year abroad opportunities visit and data collection in the field. bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. You will undertake a self-directed dissertation project in year three.

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Geology graduates from cost of which is included in your your choice of third-year options. Single Honours Bristol travel the world, working tuition fee. Your independent Your third year also includes an BSc Geology in fields as diverse as natural project work takes place in independent mapping project, 3 years F600 resources, meteorology, state-of-the-art laboratories. either in the UK or overseas. The MSci Geology 4 years F603 the nuclear industry and fourth year of the MSci includes a The teamwork, problem-solving MSci Geology with Study Abroad geotechnical services, and broad range of advanced topics 4 years F609 and quantitative skills acquired by are well trained to excel in and a major research project. our graduates are highly valued by Academic entry areas such as journalism other academic institutions as well requirements and management. MSci Geology with as by industry and employers in For other qualifications including other sectors. Study Abroad English language, see p135. † Study abroad year A-levels AAB or ABB (ABC ) Typical standard offer for Some graduates go on to further IB 34 or 32 (31†) BSc/MSci Geology study or careers in the scientific A-levels AAB including a core science/ Why study geology at Bristol? media, finance and teaching. Years one, two and four mirror mathematics subject and another The School of Earth Sciences’ the MSci Geology degree but you science-related subject, or ABB in three Bristol earth sciences graduates core science/mathematics subjects BSc and MSci Geology degrees will spend your third year abroad are sought after by the mining, A-level contextual offer ABC including are accredited by the Geological mineral exploration, geotechnical, at one of our partner institutions, AB (in any order) in a core science/ Society of London and are flexible mathematics subject and another environmental consultancy and studying units comparable to enough to allow transfers between science-related subject petroleum industries in particular. those offered in Bristol. some courses at the end of the IB Diploma 34 points overall with Students on this degree return to 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in first year. any order) at Higher Level in a core BSc/MSci Geology Bristol for the fourth year with an science/mathematics subject and We focus on developing your A-levels AAB or ABB (ABC†) appreciation of different cultures, another science-related subject, or enthusiasm for earth sciences and IB 34 or 32 (31†) exciting new ideas and a broader 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 6, 5, 5 in three core giving you the skills and knowledge perspective of the world, all of If you are naturally curious about science/mathematics subjects to meet the scientific challenges of which can lead to enhanced our planet and interested in finding IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points the future. career prospects. In recent years, overall with 15 at Higher Level, including solutions to global problems, then students have studied in Australia, 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in a core You will learn from renowned these courses could be for you. science/mathematics subject and another Canada, the US, Iceland and science-related subject scientists in a dynamic, intellectually You will learn about the physics, New Zealand. For details on Specific GCSE requirements; see online stimulating environment, and a chemistry and history of the Earth year abroad opportunities visit course finder for details. personal tutor will advise and through examining earth materials bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. monitor your progress throughout such as rocks, minerals and †Contextual offer; see p132 your time with us. fossils, and using remote sensing To give you an insight into geology techniques such as seismic waves in practice, we have a large geology to explore the structure and collection available to students. chemistry of its inaccessible areas. You will gain practical experience, In years one and two you will gain with more than 40 days of fieldwork a firm grounding in earth sciences, both in the UK and overseas, the building your knowledge to inform

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Taught by experts in geology, As a geophysics graduate you will Your third year also includes an Single Honours physics and geophysics, be well equipped to go into the independent field and laboratory BSc Geophysics our geophysics courses hydrocarbon, mineral resources, project. The fourth year of the 3 years F661 bring together practical and mining, environmental geophysics MSci covers advanced topics at MSci Geophysics 4 years F662 theoretical studies that will and energy industries. Your skills the frontiers of current research, MSci Geophysics with Study Abroad enable you to become a will be well suited to the extraction, as well as offering the opportunity 4 years F663 quantitative geophysicist ready servicing and remediation aspects to develop and carry out a major Academic entry for a diverse range of careers. of these areas. research project. requirements We have a programme of For other qualifications including Study abroad year BSc/MSci Geophysics student-run projects, informal English language, see p135. † † A-levels AAB (ABC ) IB 34 (31 ) seminars and social events. Our Typical standard offer for BSc/MSci Geophysics Why study geophysics You will learn about the physics close links with industry ensure A-levels AAB including A in Mathematics at Bristol? that underpins the history, structure that the skills you gain during your and B in Physics Our degrees cover fields as broad and dynamics of Earth systems, studies are valued by employers; A-level contextual offer ABC including as natural hazards, environmental and how these relate, for example, recent partners have included A in Mathematics and B in Physics assessment and studies of the IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 to exploration for natural resources TerraDat, Chevron, Reykjavik at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher deep Earth. We use state-of-the-art and environmental monitoring. You Energy, Atkins and EDF. Level in Mathematics and 5 at Higher equipment in our teaching, which will explore the inaccessible parts Level in Physics helps train our students for a range IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points of Earth’s interior through a range MSci Geophysics with overall with 15 at Higher Level, including of future careers. of geophysical techniques and Study Abroad 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics and 5 at † † Higher Level in Physics You will learn in a dynamic, become immersed in hands-on A-levels AAB (ABC ) IB 34 (31 ) earth sciences from the start. The intellectually stimulating Years one and two mirror the MSci † courses include more than 35 Contextual offer; see p132 environment. Classes are small Geophysics degree, but your third days of fieldwork in the UK and with a low student-to-staff ratio, so year is spent abroad at one of our overseas, the cost of which is all students are known and valued partner institutions studying units included in your tuition fee. members of our community. comparable to those offered at Our courses include a range of field In years one and two you will Bristol. You return for your fourth trips, both in the UK and overseas, gain a firm grounding in earth year to study advanced taught the cost of which is included in your sciences, physics, mathematics units and undertake your research tuition fee. and computing, building your project. For details on year knowledge to inform your choice abroad opportunities visit Third- and fourth-year options of third-year options. Recent bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. allow you to tailor the course to options have included Global best suit your interests and career Seismology, Near Surface goals. All our geophysics degrees Geophysics Fieldwork and are accredited by the Geological Physical Volcanology. Society of London and transfer between them is possible.

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‘I got my offer through Bristol Scholars, a scheme that helps A-level students from Bristol realise their potential and prepare for university life. The support was great; I got to meet the lecturers who teach me now and a supervisor who ended up running my China internship.’

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Bristol’s Department of German Our successful graduates in You will spend the third year Single Honours has an impressive reputation for German include BBC Europe abroad, either as a teaching BA German teaching and research. Editor Katya Adler and illusionist assistant, as a student at a partner 4 years R200 . university in Germany or Austria, BA Modern Languages p102 Study abroad year or on a work placement. Germany remains central to the Joint Honours European economy, guaranteeing BA Czech and German 4 years RR2V Why study German at Bristol? high demand for the increasingly BA German and a modern language BA French and German The University of Bristol offers rare commodity of advanced 4 years RR12 A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) a dynamic environment in which fluency in the German language BA German and Italian to pursue the study of modern and familiarity with the diverse Our joint honours degrees enable 4 years RR23 languages and cultures. You will BA German and Portuguese nature of the culture, history, you to develop your German while 4 years RR25 follow a curriculum that introduces politics and lifestyle of the studying another language; one BA German and Russian you to many aspects of German German-speaking world. of these languages may be from 4 years RR27 studies. As well as taking a a beginner’s level. You will take BA German and Spanish 4 years RR24 structured language course, BA German the same language units as single BA Comparative Literatures and † † you will study literature, history, A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) honours students and choose your Cultures and German‡ p59 philosophy, politics, linguistics and other options from a wide range of BA English and German p74 Expertise in modern languages culture. You will be able to choose units. You will spend half of your BA Film and German p77 has never been more important from a wide range of options and third year in a German-speaking BA History and German p84 as the United Kingdom forges a pursue your own interests. country and the other half in a BA History of Art and German p85 new relationship with its European country where your other BA International Business All German degrees last four years partners and seeks to develop its Management and German p88 language is spoken. and include a period of residence trading and cultural ties throughout BA Music and German p103 in a German-speaking country the world. Many students find that studying BA Philosophy and German p108 BA Politics and German p114 on a work or study placement two languages makes them The single honours German course BA Theatre and German p126 during your third year. For details stronger linguists. You will achieve comprises the study of language, LLB Law and German p91 on year abroad opportunities visit a high degree of fluency and ‡ history, literature and culture. Subject to approval bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. accuracy in written and oral Following a wide-ranging registers in both languages. Academic entry There is a close community in requirements the department, with an active introduction to those disciplines in the first year, you can choose For other qualifications including student society and a range of English language, see p135. from a range of options in your extracurricular social and cultural Typical standard offer for BA German events. All modern languages second and fourth years, including A-levels AAB including B in German students at Bristol benefit from our literature from the 18th century to A-levels contextual offer BBB including B in German state-of-the-art multimedia centre. the present day, film, linguistics, and modern political and social IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at Bristol is an exciting place to study Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level arts and humanities, with a thriving history. All Bristol teaching reflects in German cultural life, several art cinemas, the research interests of our IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points academic staff. overall with 15 at Higher Level, including concert halls and theatres, and a 5 at Higher Level in German vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere. Part-time study available

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Our degrees give you the tools History trains people to take and 20th-century America. Many Single Honours to pursue your own passions a complex mass of evidence, units explore topics that have a BA History by embedding choice and make a convincing analysis, and direct link to our today’s world. 3 years V100 small-group teaching at every then persuade others that the MArts History with Innovation p86 You also have the opportunity level. You will cover a wide conclusions drawn are viable. This of studying abroad in Australia, Joint Honours chronological and geographical is a fundamental skill valued by our Europe or the US during your BA History and Czech breadth, from ancient British civilisation and it is applicable to a 4 years VR1V second year. Paganism to the geopolitics wide range of careers. BA History and French 4 years VR11 of modern Antarctica. Our students secure graduate BA History and BA History and German careers in a range of fields, a modern language 4 years VR12 Study abroad year † † BA History and Italian including law, journalism, the A-levels AAA (ABB ) IB 36 (32 ) 4 years VR13 media, marketing, finance, These joint honours courses BA History and Portuguese Why study history at Bristol? government and teaching, as well 4 years VR15 combine the broad historical We encourage our students to think as going on to postgraduate study. BA History and Russian of themselves as historians from knowledge and research skills 4 years VR17 gained in a history degree with the BA History and Spanish day one. We are especially proud of BA History in-depth cultural awareness and 4 years VR14 the chronological and geographical A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) BA English and History p74 breadth we offer, which allows advanced linguistic skills that come students to study history from the We place particular emphasis from studying a modern language. Academic entry on undergraduate research. At requirements medieval to the modern, and from You will spend your third year Bristol, students ‘do’ history as For other qualifications including Britain and Europe to East Asia abroad, where you can explore well as read history through a English language, see p135. and Latin America. these intersections in the distinct mix of core units and a choice of Typical standard offer for BA History cultural and social context of Our syllabus enables you to primary source-based optional A-levels AAA including History your host country while studying A-levels contextual offer ABB including conduct independent, original units. You will undertake one or working. For details on year A in History research. Our degrees emphasise substantial piece of independent abroad opportunities visit IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at small-group seminars to facilitate research each year, culminating Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. In your student discussion, but teaching in a final-year dissertation. in History is varied, and our students are final year you will write a historically IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points In the first year you will study minded dissertation using sources overall with 16 at Higher Level, including also supported with lectures, 6 at Higher Level in History workshops and tutorials. themes in medieval, early written in your language of study. modern and modern history. You † The combined knowledge of Contextual offer; see p132 Assessment is by coursework will then pursue your own pathway history, language and culture will essays, dissertations and research through the degree, choosing mean you are uniquely placed projects, along with examinations from a wide range of thematic to foster and to lead intercultural and presentations. An academic and research-oriented units. In communication across national personal tutor will follow your recent years topics have included: boundaries, a skill that is progress and give you advice Witchcraft; Thatcherism; Popular increasingly sought after in throughout your time at Bristol. Culture in Early Modern England; a globalised economy.

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Recent graduates of our unique and culture; British 20th-century Art and Music; Art and the Single Honours and varied programme have painting; modernism; the visual Black Atlantic; and Art and the BA History of Art found employment with the culture of sport; and synaesthesia. Northern Renaissance. 3 years V350 Guggenheim, the National Joint Honours Portrait Gallery and the BA History of Art BA History of Art and BA History of Art and French Prime Minister’s Office. A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) a modern language 4 years VR31 A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) BA History of Art and German This course places particular 4 years VR32 Study abroad year emphasis on progression and Studying a combination of history BA History of Art and Italian is notable for providing the of art and a modern language 4 years VR33 Why study history of art opportunity to carry out offers an enriching experience with BA History of Art and Portuguese 4 years VR35 at Bristol? research in each year. exciting intellectual challenges and BA History of Art and Russian Art history can be thought of as provides a valuable skill set that is 4 years VR37 The first year will give you a the history of ideas manifested ideally tailored to an increasingly BA History of Art and Spanish grounding in the key skills through material objects. Art globalised workplace. 4 years VR34 history looks at how to interpret needed for a history of art degree, studying medieval, early modern, You will study a combination Academic entry these artefacts in their cultural requirements context, helping you develop modern and contemporary art of language, art history and history. You will also choose a culture units, spending your third For other qualifications including expertise in critical analysis English language, see p135. through the promotion of visual research-oriented, small-group year abroad on a study or work Typical standard offer for literacy. You will cultivate an seminar class. placement. While abroad, you will BA History of Art refine your skills in your chosen A-levels AAB enviable set of professional In the following years you language along with your cultural A-levels contextual offer BBB skills, as well as abiding personal will choose from a variety of understanding. For details on IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at enjoyment and understanding. broader, thematic lecture- and Higher Level year abroad opportunities visit seminar-based units, as well as IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points At Bristol you will be taught by bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. overall with 15 at Higher Level further research-oriented units. academics whose research helps Part-time study available Both departments encourage shape the discipline. Fresh, exciting You will undertake one substantial strong synergy between research † and challenging ideas inform all our piece of independent research Contextual offer; see p132 and teaching, resulting in a vibrant units. You will have the opportunity each year and write a dissertation learning environment for our to follow broad chronological, in your final year. There is the option students as staff respond in their geographical and thematic to study abroad in the second year. teaching to new developments. All elements and build your own We offer a wide range of subject modern languages students benefit research interests and projects. matter. Recent units have from the use of our state-of-the-art Academic staff work on a wide included: German Expressionism; multimedia centre. range of topics, including: Architecture and Urbanism; medieval visual culture; sculpture; Cold War Culture; Introduction to early modern Italian art; art of Modern Art; Art and War; Sculpture the Weimar Republic; Soviet art and the Body; Modernism;

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The innovators of the 21st MArts Anthropology MArts Music with Innovation MEng Electrical and Electronic century will bring together with Innovation A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) Engineering with Innovation arts, science, engineering, A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) This degree allows you to develop humanities and enterprise to IB 36 (32†) This course will teach you the knowledge and skills across a deliver innovative products, fundamentals of anthropology range of areas as you proceed This course will give you a services and ways of living. in its broadest sense, studying through the course. Options grounding in mathematics, They will be team players, with humanity in all its diversity and include technical studies and computing, analogue and digital a breadth of skills and qualities covering the principal theories, history of music (both compulsory electronics, communications, that enable them to work across methodologies and empirical bases in the first year), acoustic and electromagnetics, power specialisms and cultures. of this interdisciplinary subject. You studio composition, and practical electronics and control, as well will recognise that human diversity studies (performance). The course as a range of optional courses Why study innovation at Bristol? holds multiple problems as well as will equip you to use the critical, and individual project topics. Bristol’s innovation courses are for creative solutions. theoretical and practical skills that The diverse range of units allows people who want to pursue their are central to music. you to focus on anything from subject specialism in a way that will MArts Film and Television electrical power systems to enable them to apply it: to become with Innovation MArts Theatre with Innovation electronic communications. innovators who can change the A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) world. You will come together with MSci Childhood Studies This course will equip you to use The course will equip you to use students from other disciplines to with Innovation the critical, theoretical and practical the critical, theoretical and practical apply design and systems thinking A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) to digital and creative ideas. skills that are central to film and skills central to theatre, allowing television. Through historical and you to develop your knowledge and Childhood studies at Bristol You will be involved in planning conceptual study, you will be able skills across a range of areas as provides you with a holistic a venture and will learn how to to analyse, research, interpret and you proceed through the course. understanding of children, evaluate its potential and finance understand film and television childhood and adolescence, There are opportunities to engage it. You will be supported by groups from a critically and contextually combining elements of education, with professional theatre-makers within the University and external informed perspective. You will learn psychology, law, social work and and our theatre archive, the partners who are at the forefront to explore practical and creative social policy. You will consider Theatre Collection. of innovation. approaches by acquiring and childhood in the contexts of applying film-making skills. families, peers and society at both You will be able to progress to a MEng Computer Science a national and international level. career that requires an honours with Innovation degree in your chosen subject MArts History with Innovation † † Topics of study include children’s † † A-levels A*AA (AAB ) IB 38 (34 ) specialism. However, you will also A-levels AAA (ABB ) IB 36 (32 ) rights, development, education, This course gives you the therapeutic work with children, be equipped to do much more: You will have the opportunity to opportunity to be part of a safeguarding and mental health, to innovate; to work in teams with develop and extend your interests dynamic and continually expanding among others. people from different specialisms, in history across a broad spectrum field and to influence its future backgrounds and cultures; of subjects and approaches and This course combines subject development. Computer science and to create and implement through a variety of teaching specialism with interdisciplinary is having a huge impact on the entrepreneurial plans to take formats. The course will equip you breadth, creative teamwork and technology shaping our society and ideas forward. for reading history and carrying entrepreneurial skills. Alongside the way that we live. Our course out historical research. You will be your in-depth education in is designed to give you the skills supported in ‘doing’ history through childhood studies you will apply and knowledge you will need, a mix of core units, a wide choice your subject knowledge by combining the fundamentals of of primary source-based optional translating ideas into plans for the subject with exploration of its units, and substantial pieces of digital and creative enterprises, diverse applications. independent research. both social and commercial. INNOVATION bristol.ac.uk/innovation 87

MSci Economics and environmental change. The innovation that will help you to be a Single Honours with Innovation course will equip you to use the future innovator in society, whether MArts Anthropology with Innovation A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) critical, theoretical and practical in further research, a startup, a 4 years XD50 skills central to geography, social enterprise, or other fields MArts Film and Television This degree develops the with Innovation developing your knowledge and of employment. necessary analytical and 4 years 4M50 skills across a range of areas. MArts History with Innovation quantitative skills for a wide 4 years V104 range of careers in economics MSci Psychology MSci Management with Innovation MArts Music with Innovation and beyond. The technically 4 years W304 rigorous course puts emphasis with Innovation A-levels A*AA or A*A*B or AAA MArts Theatre with Innovation † † † † on econometrics – the application A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB ) (AAB or A*BB ) IB 38 (34 ) 4 years 2Q50 IB 36 (32†) MEng Computer Science of statistical methods to data to This British Psychological with Innovation estimate economic models – and is This course will help you to develop Society-accredited course 4 years G404 informed by the school’s research the analytical, critical and creative emphasises the experimental MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Innovation which achieved a 100 per cent 4* skills needed to succeed in today’s study of the mind, and we want 4 years H604 ‘world-leading’ rating for research dynamic professional environment. our students to share a sense of MSci Childhood Studies impact (REF 2014). You will become Studying a range of management fun and adventure in psychological with Innovation skilled in understanding economic areas, from marketing and science. Our staff are world-leading 4 years L526 MSci Economics with Innovation concepts and applying formal project management through to experts who are enthusiastic 4 years L104 models and econometrics tools corporate social responsibility and about teaching students the latest MSci Geography with Innovation to test behavioural predictions strategy, you will be supported by developments in the field, based 4 years F805 using real-world data. As part of outstanding facilities and academic on the cutting-edge research that MSci Management with Innovation 4 years N204 the School of Economics you guidance. In equipping you to use they are conducting. MSci Physics with Innovation will also have access to the a variety of critical, theoretical and 4 years F306 Professional Liaison Network practical skills and knowledge, the MSci Social Policy MSci Psychology with Innovation which offers opportunities such course will prepare you for a career with Innovation 4 years C804 as internships and professional † † MSci Social Policy with Innovation in management. A-levels ABB (BBC ) IB 32 (29 ) 4 years L405 mentoring schemes. Social policy is a multidisciplinary MSci Physics with Innovation Academic entry subject that provides an exciting MSci Geography A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) requirements opportunity to critically analyse with Innovation For other qualifications including You will learn about the contemporary social issues related A-levels AAA or AAB English language, see p135. fundamental building blocks and to human wellbeing, inequality Typical standard offer for MArts (ABB† or BBB†) IB 36 or 34 forces of nature, and how physics and disadvantage, and crime. The Anthropology with Innovation (32† or 31†) enables us to understand the world course, taught by experts in their A-levels AAB A-levels contextual offer BBB You’ll be exposed to the work around us from subatomic particles field, takes an international and IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at of some of the most renowned to cosmological length scales. comparative perspective in many Higher Level scholars in the field, covering units, ensuring social policy is IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points You will blend this developing glaciology, hydrology, spatial considered within a global context. overall with 15 at Higher Level expertise in physics with teaching, modelling, political economy, training and practical experience in †Contextual offer; see p132 historical and cultural geography,

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Learn management theory and student consultancy projects skills you will need to succeed Single Honours with real-world relevance and a with external partners. as a manager and leader. BSc International Business strong international dimension Management Students on the BA International On the four-year Study Abroad 3 years N120 at Bristol, with the option to Business Management and a course, you will spend your third BSc International Business study abroad or combine your modern language courses will year studying international business Management with Study Abroad studies with a language. 4 years N121 spend a year abroad studying in English at one of our partner in the language of the host universities overseas before Joint Honours Study abroad year country, teaching or undertaking returning to Bristol for your BA International Business a work placement in your chosen final year. For details on year Management and French 4 years NR11 Why study international language. These options and the abroad opportunities visit BA International Business business management strong international dimension bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. Management and German at Bristol? of our degrees provide excellent 4 years NR12 The University of Bristol is a thriving opportunities to develop your BA International Business BA International Business Management and Spanish centre for the study of international employability and explore Management and French/ 4 years NR14 business, with a vibrant and different career paths. Many German/Spanish Academic entry diverse learning environment † of our graduates join graduate A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB ) requirements and state-of-the-art multimedia management schemes in the IB 36 (32†) For other qualifications including centre. Our courses combine public and private sectors. Advanced language study will English language, see p135. rigorous management theory with Others pursue master’s study or allow you access to the cultural Typical standard offer for BSc real-world relevance, informed professional conversion courses International Business Management production, political debates by our internationally renowned for law or teaching. A-levels AAA or A*AB research, making them current and economic data from French, A-levels contextual offer ABB German or Spanish-speaking IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at and exciting. You will be taught BSc International Business countries. You can take optional Higher Level by academics and management Management / BSc International IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points units in the history, culture and practitioners who are experts in Business Management with overall with 16 at Higher Level politics of your countries of study. their fields. Study Abroad SpecificGCSE requirements; see online course finder for details † You will spend your third year We offer a wide variety of optional A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB ) † abroad, which will enable you to IB 36 (32 ) † units, allowing you to personalise refine your language skills and Contextual offer; see p132 your degree as your interests To be effective in business and cultural knowledge and gain develop. Students on the BSc management in a multinational valuable work or study experience courses will have the opportunity environment requires an before returning to Bristol for to engage with employers through understanding of the cultural, your final year. For details on the Faculty Professional Liaison economic, political and social year abroad opportunities visit Network. Initiatives include a contexts in which organisations bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. professional mentoring scheme, exist, both within and across visiting speakers from relevant national borders. On this course organisations, student visits to you will develop the intellectual, companies, student internships analytical, critical and employability

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Our International Foundation a personal tutor to support your International Foundation Courses Programme is a one-year academic progress and access to Programme (Social Sciences For up-to-date information, academic course specifically wellbeing advisors throughout and Law) please visit bristol.ac.uk/ ug21-internationalfoundation designed to prepare you for your studies. On the Social Sciences and Law With the exception of mainland China, undergraduate study in the UK. pathway, you will take classes in all applications will go through Kaplan International Foundation academic language and literacy International Pathways. Applications as well as subject-specific units. from mainland China will go through Why study International Programme (Arts and the University’s China Office. Foundation Programme Humanities) These units will depend on the Academic entry at Bristol? On the Arts and Humanities undergraduate degree you plan requirements This programme is aimed at pathway of the International to study and will enable you to Please visit bristol.ac.uk/ifp for high-achieving students aspiring Foundation Programme, you specialise in areas such as law, social sciences, economics, country-specific information about to progress to an undergraduate will take classes in academic English language and at the University of Bristol. language and literacy as well finance, or management. entry requirements. Through intensive classes, you will as subject-specific units. These develop your academic language, units will look at a range of topics, International Foundation critical thinking, subject knowledge such as culture, literature, history, Programme (Medicine and independent study skills. religion, art, music and drama, and Dentistry) This will enable you to fulfil your and consider how these have On the Medicine and Dentistry potential on an undergraduate developed over time and in pathway, you will take classes in course at Bristol. different contexts. academic language and literacy, as well as subject-specific units When you pass the International International Foundation designed to broaden your core Foundation Programme at Programme (Science, knowledge in chemistry and the required level, you will be Technology, Engineering biomedical sciences. Successful guaranteed a place at the and Mathematics) completion of this programme University, or if you are interested On the Science, Technology, will guarantee you an interview in in Medicine or Dentistry, you will Engineering and Mathematics our highly competitive admissions be guaranteed an interview. pathway, you will take classes in process for MB ChB and BDS You will be taught by highly academic language and literacy degrees at Bristol, or will guarantee qualified University of Bristol as well as subject-specific units. you a place on BSc Biomedical academic staff and will have These units will depend on the Sciences at Bristol. access to all University resources undergraduate degree you plan and facilities. During the year, there to study and may include physics, will be many opportunities to find mathematics, chemistry and out more about undergraduate biomedical sciences. courses at Bristol. You will have

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Italian at Bristol offers language, but in later years your Language is taught by native Single Honours students an exceptionally choice of units will not be affected speakers who use a range BA Italian varied curriculum, with options by your level of entry. Whatever of approaches and excellent 4 years R310 ranging from Dante and the combination of subjects you study, multimedia facilities to develop BA Modern Languages p102 Italian Renaissance to courses you will be working alongside your fluency and accuracy. Joint Honours on contemporary cinema and students in the School of Modern In your third year you can either BA Czech and Italian 21st-century migration. Languages from a range 4 years RR3V study at a partner university in Italy of different disciplines. BA French and Italian or work on an approved placement. 4 years RR13 Study abroad year Bristol is an exciting place to study BA German and Italian arts and humanities, with a thriving BA Italian and 4 years RR23 Why study Italian at Bristol? BA Italian and Portuguese cultural life, several art cinemas, a modern language 4 years RR35 † † Expertise in modern languages concert halls and theatres, and a A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) BA Italian and Russian has never been more important lively cosmopolitan atmosphere. 4 years RR37 The University of Bristol is a major as the United Kingdom forges a BA Italian and Spanish All Italian degrees include a new relationship with its European centre for the study of modern 4 years RR34 period of residence in Italy on a languages and cultures. Studying BA Comparative Literatures and partners and seeks to develop its ‡ work or study placement during Cultures and Italian p59 trading and cultural ties throughout Italian alongside another language your third year. For details on will broaden your horizons and BA English and Italian p74 the world. BA Film and Italian p77 year abroad opportunities visit extend your linguistic and critical BA History and Italian p84 Italy’s language and culture bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. skills. You will divide your third year BA History of Art and Italian p85 have had a lasting impact on between Italy and a country where BA Music and Italian p103 Europe. Today, its innovative BA Italian your other language is spoken. BA Philosophy and Italian p108 contributions to design, technology A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) BA Politics and Italian p114 You will achieve a high degree of and fashion make Italy a major BA Theatre and Italian p126 global commercial force. The If you are a beginner in Italian, you fluency and accuracy in written and ‡Subject to approval Department of Italian at Bristol is will spend most of your first year oral registers in both languages. learning the language. You will also The course offers a broad range Academic entry one of the country’s largest. Our requirements degrees offer the chance to learn take a year-long unit in modern of options, including the study of Italian culture and history. both languages and of the history, For other qualifications including the Italian language and gain an English language, see p135. literature and culture of countries understanding of the complexity of Post A-level students consolidate Typical standard offer for BA Italian where those languages are spoken. Italy as a nation through the study and enhance their existing A-levels AAB including B in a modern language of Italian culture from the Middle knowledge of Italian and will A-levels contextual offer BBB including Ages to the present day. be introduced to medieval and a modern language You can study Italian at Bristol renaissance culture as well as the IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at modern period. Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level whether you have an advanced in a modern language knowledge of the language already For the rest of the degree all IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points or are a beginner. The structure students follow the same language overall with 15 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in a modern language of the first year depends on course and choose from a wide Part-time study available your existing knowledge of the range of options, taught by experts in various fields of Italian culture. †Contextual offer; see p132

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Based in the iconic Wills for working in many other sectors LLB Law with Study Abroad / Single Honours Memorial Building at the including business and finance, LLB Law with Study in LLB Law heart of Bristol, the Law the technology sector, government Continental Europe 3 years M100 School has a proud reputation, and the media. A-levels A*AA or A*A*B (AAB†) LLB Law with Study Abroad* 4 years outstanding facilities and IB 38 (34†) LLB Law with Study in Continental All students must sit the National Europe* 4 years offers a qualification that is Admissions Test for Law (LNAT). These four-year courses give you *Entry by transfer respected around the world. Further information on this, and the opportunity to spend your Joint Honours on the route to qualification for third year at one of our partner LLB Law and French Study abroad year solicitors and barristers, can be universities in Europe or further 4 years MR11 found at bristol.ac.uk/law. afield. You may apply to transfer LLB Law and German Why study law at Bristol? to these courses at the end of 4 years MR12 LLB Law and Spanish Ranked in the UK top five for LLB Law your first year. Selection is on 4 years MR13 research intensity (THE analysis A-levels A*AA or A*A*B (AAB†) the basis of first-year results and of REF 2014), the Law School IB 38 (34†) language ability if you are going to Academic entry offers an intellectually demanding, be studying in a foreign language. requirements Our three-year LLB course features research-informed education which For details on year abroad For other qualifications including core and optional units that reflect English language, see p135. provides a great foundation for opportunities visit the wide variety of approaches Typical standard offer for LLB Law many careers in and out of law. bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. to legal research adopted by A-levels A*AA or A*A*B With the support of world-renowned scholars in the Law School. We A-levels contextual offer AAB LLB Law and French/ IB Diploma 38 points overall with 18 at scholars, you will develop excellent aim to produce accomplished, German/Spanish Higher Level legal, analytical and reasoning well-rounded, enquiring graduates A-levels A*AA or A*A*B (AAB†) IB Diploma contextual offer 34 points skills. Through activities such as with a rich, ethically grounded overall with 17 at Higher Level IB 38 (34†) mooting, debating and pro-bono appreciation of law in business and The National Admissions Test for Law (LNAT) is required; see www.lnat.ac.uk legal provision you will gain a society. In the final year all students These four-year courses give you broader understanding of the produce an extended research the opportunity to spend your †Contextual offer; see p132 operation of law in society. project on a topic of their choice. third year at a French, German or Spanish university. You will Bristol is a leading legal centre We are committed to the personal study core units in law as well as and home to many international and professional development of the relevant language, linguistics, law firms that are active in our students, with small-group literature or history to degree supporting our students. Many of teaching throughout. There is level. During your year abroad, our graduates enter legal practice, also an embedded law clinic you study units in French, German securing training contracts with programme that enables students or Spanish law. For details on City solicitors’ firms and pupillages to work on real-life cases with year abroad opportunities visit at barristers’ chambers and in key professional guidance and support. legal centres, including Bristol. Our bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. courses provide an excellent basis

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‘Bristol is a great city. I’m a nature person, I love green areas and I especially love and Brandon Hill. On the other hand, go into the city centre and there are markets with a diverse range of foods from different cultures.’

Nikita (BSc Mathematics) Silver medallist, International Mathematics Competition for University Students 2019 FACULTY OF ARTS bristol.ac.uk/liberal-arts 93 Liberal Arts

Study a discipline in depth route you choose to follow, you MLibArts Liberal Arts Single Honours while exploring other subjects, will have the opportunity to with Study Abroad BA Liberal Arts gaining a rich education in explore different disciplines A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) 3 years 2ZB7 the meaning and importance and to think critically and MLibArts Liberal Arts The first two years of the MLibArts with Study Abroad of the arts and humanities, creatively about these within course are identical to BA Liberal 4 years 2T23 in this challenging and an interdisciplinary dissertation. Arts and include core units, a rewarding degree. Academic entry numeracy unit and a language requirements BA Liberal Arts unit, as well as optional units. A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) For other qualifications including Study abroad year You will also begin to explore English language, see p135. In years one and two of our your specialist subject pathway. Typical standard offer for BA Liberal Arts Why study liberal arts at Bristol? Liberal Arts course you will take a A special feature of the MLibArts A-levels AAA including an Arts subject The Faculty of Arts at Bristol is combination of bespoke core units is the opportunity to spend your and another essay-based subject home to researchers who are and a choice of optional units from third year studying abroad at one A-levels contextual offer ABB including committed to the ideals of liberal the full range of disciplines offered A in an Arts subject and B in another of the prestigious universities essay-based subject education. It is a place where an in the Faculty of Arts. around the world with which IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at interdisciplinary outlook comes The core units address the University of Bristol has an Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level naturally and is practised on a in an Arts subject and 6 at Higher Level in exchange agreement. For details daily basis. foundational issues in the arts and another essay-based subject humanities and teach crucial skills on year abroad opportunities visit IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points You will be encouraged and in analysis and communication that bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. overall with 16 at Higher Level, including expected to take responsibility 6 at Higher Level in an Arts subject will be valuable to you throughout In your fourth year you move on to and 5 at Higher Level in another for your own curriculum, making your degree and beyond. master’s level work. This final year essay-based subject connections between units and includes a dissertation, units in your incorporating into your studies all You will take a numeracy and a †Contextual offer; see p132 subject pathway and other options the activities and opportunities language unit during the first two chosen from across the faculty. available in the rich cultural life of years, as well as embarking on your both the University and the city. specialist subject pathway. At least a quarter of your studies will be You can do either a BA or an devoted to your subject pathway. integrated master’s degree (MLibArts), each of which has its The final year includes a own advantages. You will be able dissertation and a unit that to choose a specialist subject provides opportunities for pathway from one of the disciplines working with organisations in the Faculty of Arts. Whichever outside the University.

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Our management degrees Our courses combine rigorous BSc Management BSc Management develop critical thinking and theory with real-world relevance A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) with Study Abroad / analytical skills that are highly and are delivered by world-class IB 36 (32†) BSc Management with Study attractive to employers. We academics and specialist teaching in Continental Europe This degree will help you to offer a wide choice of optional staff. We provide a friendly and A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) develop the analytical, critical and units, a strong international supportive environment with lots IB 36 (32†) creative skills needed to succeed dimension and the opportunity of opportunities for enrichment in today’s dynamic professional These degrees extend our to study abroad for a year. and skills development. world, supported by outstanding three-year BSc course to four With a combination of relevant facilities and academic guidance. years, with your third year spent Study abroad year theory, analytical skills and studying at a university abroad Your first year will introduce the quantitative techniques, a degree before returning to Bristol for your key concepts and tools, both Why study management in management from Bristol will final year. The Study in Continental qualitative and quantitative, for at Bristol? equip you for a wide range of Europe course allows you to build studying management. You will At Bristol, we will help you to careers. Many of our students join on existing language skills in also explore core themes in think critically about management graduate management schemes, your first two years at Bristol accounting and marketing, practice as well as provide while others opt for careers in before spending your third year as well as understanding the you with a solid foundation management consulting, finance, studying management in the host context of the global business in finance, economics, business development, HR language of a partner university in environment and the use of accounting and marketing. and marketing. France, Germany, Italy or Spain. statistics in management. Flexibility and choice are key These courses combine the In the second year you will expand features of our degrees. You can broad academic content of all your core knowledge base to study a degree in management our management degrees with include organisation theory and or in international business an overseas dimension that project management, as well as management, or combine reflects the global nature of studying our unit People, Work management with accounting, modern business. and Organisations. In preparation childhood studies, economics, For details on year abroad for your final-year management innovation or social policy. You opportunities visit dissertation, you will also examine can choose units that reflect bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. research techniques and methods. your interests and future career aspirations in areas as diverse as As you progress through the human resource management, degree there is considerable project management and business opportunity to tailor your course law. All our courses contain a to match your future career strong international dimension, aspirations through your with most offering the opportunity selection of optional units. For to study abroad for a year. example, you could specialise in areas such as corporate finance, human resource management or corporate social responsibility. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND LAW bristol.ac.uk/management 95

BSc Economics and The exciting four-year Study Single Honours Management / BSc Economics Abroad course extends the BSc Management and Management with degree to four years, giving you 3 years N200 Study Abroad the opportunity to live and study BSc Management with Study Abroad 4 years N201 † † A-levels AAA (ABB ) IB 36 (32 ) abroad for your third year, studying BSc Management with Study in modules in economics and Continental Europe Your first year and half of your management in English at one 4 years 4H56 second year comprise mandatory of our partner universities. BSc Economics and Management units which will give you a solid 3 years LN12 grounding in both disciplines. For details on year abroad BSc Economics and Management with Study Abroad This content is fixed to ensure opportunities visit 4 years LN17 that you have a robust depth of bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. BSc Accounting and Management p34 understanding which will enable BSc Accounting and Management you to explore what you find most with Professional Placement p34 interesting later on. BSc Accounting and Management with Study Abroad p34 Half of your second year is made BSc Childhood Studies up of optional units, as is your with Management p53 BSc International Business entire final year. At least one Management p88 third of your final year must be BSc International Business selected from units in economics, Management with Study Abroad p88 and at least one third from units BSc Social Policy with Management p122 in management – but you are MSci Management with Innovation p86 free to focus on your preferred discipline or to select options in Joint Honours accounting or in finance (subject BA International Business to having completed appropriate Management and French p88 BA International Business prerequisites). You also have Management and German p88 the choice to complete a BA International Business management dissertation. Management and Spanish p88 Academic entry requirements For other qualifications including English language, see p135. Typical standard offer for BSc Management A-levels AAA or A*AB A-levels contextual offer ABB IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level Specific GCSE requirements; see online course finder for details.

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‘For me, sport is really good for your mental health; it allows you to get to know yourself in pressured situations and see how other people react. My club focuses on welfare a lot; we’re always trying to keep each other accountable and look out for people.’

Anna (BA English) Captain, University of Bristol Boat Club FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND LAW bristol.ac.uk/management 97 Marketing

Our marketing degrees develop With a combination of relevant BSc Marketing with Single Honours critical thinking and analytical theory, analytical skills and Study Abroad BSc Marketing skills that are highly attractive quantitative techniques, a degree A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) 3 years N500 to employers. We offer a wide in marketing from Bristol will equip IB 36 (32†) BSc Marketing with Study Abroad 4 years N504 choice of optional units, a you for a wide range of careers. This degree extends our BSc Marketing with Study in strong international dimension Many of our students go on to lead Continental Europe three-year BSc course to four and the opportunity to study marketing teams in the public or 4 years N501 years, with your third year spent abroad for a year. private sector, while others opt to studying marketing in English at a Academic entry study at master’s level. university abroad before returning requirements Study abroad year to Bristol for your final year. It For other qualifications including BSc Marketing combines the challenging, broad English language, see p135. † Typical standard offer Why study marketing at Bristol? A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB ) academic content of our marketing IB 36 (32†) for BSc Marketing At Bristol, we will help you to think degree with an overseas dimension A-levels AAA or A*AB critically about marketing practice This exciting and dynamic that reflects the international A-levels contextual offer ABB as well as provide you with a solid programme builds your skills by nature of business and marketing. IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level foundation in finance, economics, combining academic rigour with For details on year abroad IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points accounting and management, real-world application, taking you opportunities visit overall with 16 at Higher Level equipping you for a career as a on a structured journey towards bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. SpecificGCSE requirements; see online marketing leader. a career in marketing. course finder for details. BSc Marketing with Study Flexibility and choice are key In your first year, you will study †Contextual offer; see p132 in Continental Europe features of our marketing degrees. key aspects of management A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB†) You can choose to study abroad theory alongside students from IB 36 (32†) for a year, or to combine marketing other management disciplines, with modern languages and developing an understanding of On this course you will spend your spend a year in Europe studying how marketing fits into our world. third year abroad at one of our in your host country’s language. In the second year you will broaden partner universities before returning You can choose units that reflect your marketing knowledge as well to Bristol for your final year of study. your interests and future career as taking some optional units. During your third year you will study aspirations in areas as diverse marketing in the host language The final year presents many as sustainability, new product of a partner university in Europe. opportunities for you to put your development and digitisation. You will have already developed skills and knowledge into practice. your existing language experience Our courses are delivered by You can tailor your degree to your by studying the language of your world-class academics and own interests and career ambitions host country during your first and specialist teaching staff. We through your choice of research second years in Bristol. For details provide a friendly and supportive projects and specialist units. environment with lots of on year abroad opportunities visit opportunities for enrichment bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. and skills development.

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Join an outstanding centre Our graduates are highly culminating in your final-year BSc Mathematics with for mathematical science sought-after by employers for their research project. We support your Statistics for Finance in world class facilities and strong analytical, communication studies through drop-in sessions A-levels A*A*A or A*AA explore the subtleties of and organisational skills. A with lecturers, exercise and (AAA† or AAB†) IB 40 (36†) modern mathematics. significant number continue with feedback classes, and student-led If you enjoy the satisfaction of postgraduate study, while many Maths Cafés. applying real-world mathematical graduates find employment Study abroad year knowledge and are interested in accountancy, finance, BSc/MSci Mathematics in a career in finance, this course management, teaching and Why study mathematics with Statistics will help you stand out to a wide variety of other sectors. at Bristol? A-levels A*A*A or A*AA top employers. † † † Times Higher Education analysis (AAA or AAB ) IB 40 (36 ) BSc/MSci Mathematics Our lecturers are passionate of REF 2014 places maths at Learn statistical skills that are A-levels A*A*A or A*AA about their subject, with modules Bristol in the top five nationally for in high demand from top † † † informed by cutting-edge research; the quality of its research, which (AAA or AAB ) IB 40 (36 ) employers or gain a strong you’ll learn statistical skills from directly informs our teaching and If you’re driven by intellectual basis for further study – this leading mathematicians. student learning. We have active curiosity and enjoy the satisfaction course provides a rigorous research links to departments of cracking difficult puzzles, our foundation in mathematics. Shape your degree to suit across the University, as well mathematics degree is for you. your interests and pick from Shape your degree to suit your as external partners such as Our course provides you with core an extensive range of topics interests with units like Financial the Heilbronn Institute for mathematical skills that will equip alongside your core units in Risk Management or Stochastic Mathematical Research. you for a variety of careers and give Financial Mathematics and Optimisation. As you move through a strong basis for further study. Financial Risk Management. At Bristol you will explore the course you will gain academic distinctive, high-level mathematics BSc Mathematics offers a rigorous independence, culminating in MSci Mathematics in a fully refurbished Grade II-listed foundation in mathematics that an independent project in your with Study Abroad building at the heart of campus. will help you stand out to top final year. A-levels A*A*A or A*AA From quiet study areas to new employers. The four-year MSci Both the BSc and MSci are (AAA† or AAB†) IB 40 (36†) collaboration spaces and even course allows you to explore accredited by the Royal Statistical boards in the courtyard garden, high-level mathematics at the The first two years of the course Society (RSS). Students are the whole building is designed to leading edge of research. are identical to those of our single automatically entitled to support creative mathematics, honours mathematics degrees, Our lecturers are passionate Graduate Statistician status on wherever that light-bulb providing a broad background about their subject, with application to the RSS provided moment strikes. in pure, applied and statistical modules informed by research they achieve at least a Second mathematics which underpins Our teaching is designed to in fundamental mathematical Class Honours degree. more advanced material later. help you make the transition to abstractions, statistics and university-level study. Small-group practical applications to Year one consists of compulsory tutorials and group project work global problems. topics. Year two then allows you allow you to collaborate with to choose some topics that are of As you progress through the other students and make friends. particular interest to you, so you course you will gain academic You will work closely with your can continue with a varied degree independence and shape your personal tutor during your first year, or choose to specialise. establishing a relationship that will degree with topics that are guide you throughout your degree. of particular interest to you, FACULTY OF SCIENCE bristol.ac.uk/maths 99

Provided you fulfil progression BSc/MSci Mathematics BSc/MSci Mathematics Single Honours requirements, you will spend your and Philosophy and Physics BSc Mathematics third year abroad at one of our A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) 3 years G100 partner universities, with teaching BSc Mathematics with Statistics If you love the challenge of thinking If you want to explore the 3 years G1G3 in English. For details on year through difficult problems but applications of mathematics BSc Mathematics with Statistics abroad opportunities visit for Finance 3 years G1G4 also want to think about a broad in areas of physics and you bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. BSc Mathematics with Study in range of intellectual questions in a want access to the exciting and Continental Europe rigorous way, this course is for you. specialised subjects offered by 4 years G101 BSc/MSci Mathematics with the School of Physics, this joint MSci Mathematics Linked by the formal study Study in Continental Europe honours course can offer you both. 4 years G103 A-levels A*A*A or A*AA of logic, these two subjects MSci Mathematics with Statistics (AAA† or AAB†) IB 40 (36†) complement each other. You will You’ll focus on the areas of applied 4 years G1GH MSci Mathematics with Study Abroad develop rigorous analysis and mathematics that are most linked to 4 years G105 Studying abroad in Europe fosters argument distinctive of the analytic physics, such as the mathematical language skills and intellectual MSci Mathematics with philosophical tradition, while modelling of physical problems, Study in Continental Europe growth, as well as developing developing mathematical maturity and random 4 years G104 your breadth of perspective to reason through subtle ideas in matrix theory. You will also cover a Joint Honours and employability. abstract mathematics. range of topics in physics, such as BSc Mathematics and Philosophy special relativity, electromagnetism 3 years VG51 The first two years of the course Your mathematics study will focus provide a robust background in and superconductors. BSc Mathematics and Physics on the areas of pure mathematics 3 years GFD3 mathematics alongside European most connected to philosophy, In the first and second years, units MSci Mathematics and Philosophy language units. Year one consists such as geometry, algebra, set provide a balanced exploration of 4 years GV15 of compulsory topics; from year MSci Mathematics and Physics theory and logic. There is also mathematics and physics and the 4 years GFC3 two you can start to shape your the opportunity to use your connection between them. In your degree and choose from an BSc Economics and Mathematics p66 mathematical knowledge in the third year you can choose from a BSc/MEng Mathematics and extensive range of topics that study of the philosophy of biology, physics project or dissertation in Computer Science p60 most interest you. economics and physics. You will one of our cutting-edge research Academic entry Provided you fulfil the progression complete a philosophy project in areas, a group project with an requirements requirements, you will spend your final year. industrial partner, or an educational For other qualifications including your third year abroad in one of project with a local school. MSci English language, see p135. our partner universities, studying students will complete a physics Typical standard offer for mathematics in a foreign language, project in the fourth year. BSc/MSci Mathematics A-levels A*A*A including A* in before returning to Bristol for Mathematics and A in another your final year. For details on mathematics-related subject, or A*AA year abroad opportunities visit including A* in Mathematics and A in Further Mathematics bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. A-levels contextual offer AAA including Mathematics and another mathematics- related subject, or AAB including AA in Mathematics and Further Mathematics IB Diploma 40 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics and 6 at Higher Level in another mathematics-related subject Find out more: IB Diploma contextual offer 36 points bristol.ac.uk/ug21-maths overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics and another mathematics-related subject

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Bristol is a centre of excellence Graduate destinations have MEng Mechanical Engineering Single Honours for mechanical engineering, included Airbus, Arup, E.ON, with Study Abroad / BEng Mechanical Engineering with a dedicated Industrial KPMG, Network Rail and MEng Mechanical 3 years H305 Liaison Office that develops Rolls-Royce, and graduates Engineering with Study MEng Mechanical Engineering 4 years H300 engineering-specific industrial have also progressed to other in Continental Europe MEng Mechanical Engineering with links for students. careers in the automotive, A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) Study Abroad* aerospace, building, medical 4 years These courses are ideal if you are and marine industries. MEng Mechanical Engineering with Study abroad year seeking a career abroad or with Study in Continental Europe a multinational company. The 4 years H301 Industry placement BEng/MEng Mechanical Study Abroad course provides the MEng Mechanical Engineering with Engineering a Year in Industry* opportunity to study overseas in an 5 years A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) Why study mechanical English-speaking environment. You *Entry by transfer engineering at Bristol? These courses cover a wide range will follow the MEng programme in Joint Honours Bristol’s engineering heritage your first, second and fourth years of topics in engineering science BEng Mechanical and is world famous, and the city and practice. Our curriculum and spend your third year abroad. Electrical Engineering p70 continues to develop cutting-edge embeds a diverse skills spanning On the Study in Continental Europe MEng Mechanical and engineering. Mechanical four core thematic areas: design course, you will study a language Electrical Engineering p70 engineering tuition at Bristol is in years one and two and spend MEng Mechanical and Electrical and manufacture, dynamics and Engineering with a Year in Industry p70 outstanding and we are ranked control, materials, and thermofluids. your third year at a university in highly for research quality; the Europe. For details on year Academic entry Years one and two are department is ranked fifth nationally abroad opportunities visit requirements common to all mechanical for the subject in the Complete bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. For other qualifications including University Guide 2020. engineering students and cover English language, see p135. the fundamental principles of Typical standard offer for BEng/MEng MEng Mechanical Engineering Our undergraduate courses mechanical engineering. Teaching Mechanical Engineering with a Year in Industry are research led, particularly is via lectures, laboratories, design A-levels A*AA including A*A (in any order) A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) in Mathematics and any one of Physics, in later years, and are fully classes and short projects in Chemistry, Further Mathematics or accredited by the Institution modelling and manufacturing. Following the first two years, Computer Science of Mechanical Engineers. In your third year you will apply common to all our mechanical A-levels contextual offer AAB including AA in Mathematics and any one of Upon completion, you will have these principles to real, complex engineering degrees, you will Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics already met part (BEng) or all engineering applications. An spend your third year applying or Computer Science open-ended individual research your knowledge in an industrial IB Diploma 38 points overall with 18 at (MEng) of the exemplifying Higher Level, including 7, 6 (in any order) benchmark academic project is a major element, requiring environment. Entry is via at Higher Level in Mathematics and requirements for becoming independent and creative thinking. transfer from our other courses any one of Physics, Chemistry, Further if you reach a high academic Mathematics or Computer Science an Incorporated (IEng) or In the fourth year, MEng students standard and are successful IB Diploma contextual offer 34 points Chartered Engineer (CEng). will select from a range of overall with 17 at Higher Level, including at a placement interview. specialist options and undertake 6, 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics and any one of Physics, Chemistry, Further a substantial group project Mathematics or Computer Science to address an open-ended technical challenge. †Contextual offer; see p132

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Our innovative medicine course attitudes required by the General Certain health conditions may be Single Honours provides exciting opportunities Medical Council. On successful incompatible with some careers MB ChB Medicine for study across a wide range completion of the national two-year in medicine. If you have a chronic 5 years A100 of subjects and will equip you clinical Foundation programme health problem, please contact the MB ChB Gateway to Medicine 6 years A108 with the knowledge and skills you will be fully registered with the Admissions Office for guidance The closing date for Medicine UCAS needed for your future career. General Medical Council and may on making an application. In applications is 15 October. embark on postgraduate training accordance with General Medical Academic entry in primary or secondary care. Council guidelines, all medical Industry placement requirements students undergo a Disclosure Our graduates have an excellent For other qualifications including and Barring Service (DBS) check. Why study medicine at Bristol? record of obtaining the Foundation English language, see p135. For more information, visit Bristol has a well-established posts they apply for, and most Typical standard offer for bristol.ac.uk/secretary/legal/ MB ChB Medicine medical school with an excellent go on to fulfilling careers in the dbs/students-dbs. A-levels AAA including Chemistry and reputation and state-of-the-art NHS as General Practitioners or either Biology, Physics or Mathematics. facilities, providing quality teaching specialist doctors. Graduates are required to obtain a 2:1 in to prepare you for a career in MB ChB Gateway to Medicine their degree plus ABB at A-level, including A-levels BBC IB 29 A in Chemistry and B in either Biology, medicine. Our innovative curriculum MB ChB Medicine Physics or Mathematics. centres on patient contact, A-levels AAA (AAC† or ABB†) The Gateway course is a widening A-levels contextual offer AAC including integration of scientific and † AA in Chemistry and one of Biology, IB 36 (32 ) participation initiative for UK Physics or Mathematics, or ABB including clinical learning, and development students who fulfil specific criteria. Our medicine degree provides A in Chemistry and B in one of Biology, of the skills needed to become It is aimed at students who have Physics or Mathematics a blend of lectures, practical a good doctor. the potential to become doctors IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at exercises, small-group tutorials, Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher but do not meet the academic Clinical training takes place in case-based discussions and Level in Chemistry and one of Biology, entry criteria to apply directly to Physics or Mathematics academies based at teaching clinical work with doctors and the five-year course. Successful IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points and regional district hospitals in healthcare professionals in a variety overall with 16 at Higher Level, including completion of the Gateway year Bath, Gloucestershire, Bristol, of settings. These include primary 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and 5 at will enable you to progress to the Higher Level in one of Biology, Physics and Swindon. There care, outpatient clinics, hospital MB ChB Medicine course. or Mathematics are opportunities for research wards, the operating theatre and Specific GCSE requirements; see online by undertaking an additional delivery suites. You will learn from To find out if you are eligible, course finder for details. year of study leading to the patients in their homes and in the please go to The University Clinical Aptitude Test award of an intercalated BSc (UCAT) is required. Bursaries are available community, and in our clinical bristol.ac.uk/ug21-medicine. to cover the cost of taking the test; please or BA. There is an elective period academies. Elective study and see www.ucat.ac.uk in the final year, providing an student choice placements enable opportunity to study abroad. you to explore areas of interest †Contextual offer; see p132 We aim to nurture your abilities to you. Assessment consists of and aspirations through mentoring, written and practical exams, project encouragement, support and submissions and workplace-based feedback. We will help you to assessments, and we will provide achieve the knowledge, skills and regular feedback.

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Study three languages to Our BA Modern Languages BA Modern Languages Single Honours degree level, including a year course enables you to master three A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) BA Modern Languages abroad, at one of the UK’s languages and focus deeply on 4 years RR01 This course gives you the leading centres for the study the technical aspects of language opportunity to study to degree Academic entry of modern languages. and linguistics without neglecting level any three of the following requirements the challenge of studying cultural languages offered by the School For other qualifications including and political history, literature English language, see p135. Study abroad year of Modern Languages: French, and society. Typical standard offer for Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, BA Modern Languages Why study modern languages Modern languages students German, Russian and Czech. A-levels AAA including two of the at Bristol? at Bristol benefit from a languages to be studied You must have an A-level in The School of Modern Languages state-of-the-art multimedia A-levels contextual offer ABB including two of your chosen languages, AB in two of the languages to be studied has an international reputation for centre with access to more than while the third is studied from a IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at research and scholarship which 2,000 films, a mini-cinema, foreign beginner’s level. Please note Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level informs our courses at all levels. satellite channels, a magazine in two of the languages to be studied that French cannot be studied Bristol was ranked in the top ten library and a recording studio. IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points as a beginner’s language. overall with 16 at Higher Level, including in the UK for modern languages Recent graduates have entered 6, 5 at Higher Level in two of the in the Guardian University Guide You will gain knowledge of the languages to be studied careers in teaching, translating, 2020. Professional language key approaches and concepts academia, finance, industry, † teaching is provided by experts in for linguistic, literary, cultural Contextual offer; see p132 publishing, the media, law, travel, both beginner and advanced-level and historical analysis. In your and British and international civil Other modern language acquisition. Our optional language classes you will develop services. Many of these careers languages degrees units allow you to study many speaking, listening, reading, are directly related to the language Czech p63 aspects of the culture, politics and writing and translation skills skills and cultural understanding French p78 society of the countries where your using a range of textbooks, German p83 you will gain during your studies. chosen languages are spoken. media and internet resources. Italian p90 Bristol is an exciting place to Portuguese p116 One of the highlights of studying You will divide your third year study arts and humanities. Russian p121 modern languages at Bristol is between countries that are relevant There is a thriving cultural life Spanish p125 the year abroad, where you can to your chosen languages, including with several art cinemas, concert immerse yourself in your chosen a language you are studying halls and theatres and a lively languages and cultures. from a beginner’s level. You will cosmopolitan atmosphere. explore the culture and society for Students have travelled as far afield yourself while studying at a partner as Haiti, Argentina, Mexico, French institution, teaching English, or Guiana and Kazakhstan. For details undertaking a work placement. on year abroad opportunities visit bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad.

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Study acoustic and studio Housed in the 19th-century Victoria BA Music Single Honours composition, performance Rooms, our facilities include: A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) BA Music and music history with experts a 530-seat auditorium, where 3 years W300 We offer a broad range of units whose diverse specialisms professional and student concerts MArts Music with Innovation p86 in musicology, composition cover repertories and histories and rehearsals take place; a and performance, ranging from Joint Honours spanning 1,000 years. You’ll recital room for chamber music medieval music to hip hop. These BA Music and Czech benefit from small-group performances; teaching, study 4 years WR3V are taught by internationally tutorials in your first year and practice spaces, including BA Music and French recognised musicologists and 4 years WR31 and you can choose units state-of-the-art composition composers and by a team of BA Music and German that reflect your interests and recording studios; and professional instrumental and 4 years WR32 and abilities. social spaces. BA Music and Italian vocal tutors. The Victoria Rooms 4 years WR33 Numerous performance provide a lively hub for our teaching BA Music and Portuguese Study abroad year opportunities include the and music-making. There are 4 years WR35 staff-led Symphony Orchestra, also opportunities to get involved BA Music and Russian Why study music at Bristol? Symphony Chorus and New Music in the city’s dynamic music 4 years WR37 BA Music and Spanish Studying music at Bristol gives Ensemble, and the student-led scene, from jam nights to choral 4 years WR34 you the opportunity to explore Wind Orchestra, Brass Band and and organ scholarships. an exciting and diverse range Operatic Society. We also host Academic entry requirements of topics with expert musicologists, lunchtime and evening concerts, BA Music and composers and performers. research seminars delivered by For other qualifications including a modern language English language, see p135. After your first year, you have † † guest speakers, and international A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) Typical standard offer for BA Music the flexibility to shape your own conferences and festivals. These joint honours degrees A-levels AAB including Music. Merit in degree path, making Bristol an Grade 8 Theory or Practical (ABRSM You will benefit from our ideal environment in which to combine music with the study or Trinity) can be accepted in place partnerships with people, of A-level Music. develop creative, professional of a modern language, providing organisations, schools, churches, you with a valuable skill set that is A-levels contextual offer BBB including and intellectual skills. Music. Merit in Grade 8 Theory or festivals and venues in Bristol and ideally tailored to the increasingly Practical (ABRSM or Trinity) can Our Liberal Arts courses (p93) beyond, and from the exceptionally globalised workplace. be accepted in place of A-level Music. allow you to select a specialist friendly and supportive department. IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at music pathway, combining music Alongside a full course in music, Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level Employers value the wide variety in Music. Merit in Grade 8 Theory or with foundational units exploring you will study a structured of practical, creative, intellectual language course that includes Practical (ABRSM or Trinity) can be issues in the arts and humanities accepted in place of Higher Level Music. and transferable skills that a music and building skills in analysis literature, history, politics, IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points degree fosters. Our graduates overall with 15 at Higher Level, including and communication. linguistics and culture. go on to professions including 5 at Higher Level in Music. Merit in You will spend your third year Grade 8 Theory or Practical (ABRSM performance, teaching, arts abroad, which will enable you to or Trinity) can be accepted in place of administration, law, publishing Higher Level Music. refine your language skills and and the media. Part-time study available cultural knowledge. For details on year abroad opportunities visit †Contextual offer; see p132 bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad.

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Our practicals are held in In years one and two you will have BSc Neuroscience MSci Neuroscience state-of-the-art dissection the opportunity to study other A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB† or A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB† or facilities and laboratories, subjects, which can include a A*BC†) IB 36 (32†) A*BC†) IB 36 (32†) enhanced by our dynamic non-science subject. Popular As a student of neuroscience you In the first and second years lab manual and high-fidelity choices have included will explore the workings of the you will explore many aspects human patient simulators. biochemistry, human anatomy, brain from molecules to neural of neuroscience, including the pharmacology, psychology and systems, answering questions such neurophysiology of the central modern languages. In your final Industry placement as: how do neurones communicate nervous system; pharmacology of year, formal lectures are replaced with each other to lay down drugs affecting the nervous system; by seminars and a research project. Why study neuroscience memories? What goes wrong in and techniques that have enabled at Bristol? A degree in neuroscience can neuropsychiatric disorders such advances in understanding the Our innovative degrees give lead to a wide range of future as Parkinson’s and schizophrenia? nervous system. you the opportunity to explore careers. Around half of our How do we feel pain? By the third year you will be many areas of neuroscience. You students continue with further Your knowledge will develop learning at the forefront of current will be taught by a team of highly study, including medicine, teacher from undertaking core units in research, taking units that may motivated academic staff who training, postgraduate research years one and two to selected include Synaptic Plasticity, are dedicated to both research degrees, or taught master’s in-depth units in your final year. Brain and Behaviour, and and teaching. Bristol is home to programmes in biomedical, Core units explore many aspects Neuropsychiatric Diseases. neuroscience expertise in areas psychology or healthcare subjects. of neuroscience, and currently You will also spend a total of including memory and learning, Others enter laboratory-based include the neurophysiology 30 days on a research project. sensory processing and motor careers in universities, government of the central nervous system, control. Staff are dedicated bodies, the NHS, or the The majority of your fourth year neuropharmacology, and the to providing a high-quality pharmaceutical or food industries. will focus on an extended research techniques that have enabled student experience. Our courses project in a laboratory environment. The subject knowledge and wider advances in our understanding incorporate cutting-edge teaching You will also develop valuable skills skills that you will develop can also of the nervous system. methods, including the use of in communicating science to the lead to diverse careers both within audience-response technology. Final-year units are guided by public and will develop a portfolio and outside science. An online dynamic lab manual, current research at the forefront of of public engagement activities. eBiolabs, will enhance your neuroscience and may cover topics This year will instil a range of skills practical experience, and you including synaptic plasticity or brain essential for understanding how will develop invaluable critical behaviour, as well as specialist to plan and conduct research thinking and report-writing skills. areas such as neuropsychiatric projects, which are skills widely diseases. You will also spend 30 applicable to future employment days working on a research project. and will benefit those considering future PhD training. FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCES bristol.ac.uk/phys-pharm-neuro 105

MSci Neuroscience with MSci Psychology and Single Honours Study in Industry Neuroscience BSc Neuroscience A-levels AAA or A*AB (ABB† or A-levels A*AA or A*A*B or AAA 3 years B140 A*BC†) IB 36 (32†) (AAB† or A*BB†) IB 38 (34†) MSci Neuroscience 4 years B141 This four-year degree is similar to This course combines psychology MSci Neuroscience with BSc Neuroscience but provides and neuroscience and is Study in Industry* 4 years *Entry by transfer you with the opportunity to gain specifically designed to meet the valuable experience working requirements for accreditation by Joint Honours in commercial or government the British Psychological Society MSci Psychology and Neuroscience neuroscience research during your (BPS) and gives you eligibility 4 years CB81 third year. This may be in a biotech for Graduate Basis for Charted Academic entry or pharmaceutical company or Membership (GBC). requirements a research institute, in the UK or In the first two years you develop For other qualifications including abroad. Placements are available English language, see p135. your understanding of biological, by applying directly to providers; Typical standard offer for cognitive, social and developmental the competitive application process BSc/MSci Neuroscience aspects of psychology as well as A-levels AAA or A*AB, including two of is facilitated by the University. the anatomy of the nervous system the following subjects: Biology or Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics You can apply to join the MSci and the mechanisms underlying or Further Mathematics, Psychology course after the first year of your brain function. A-levels contextual offer ABB or A*BC, BSc Neuroscience degree. including AB in two of the following The third year will combine training subjects: Biology or Human Biology, in psychological experimental Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or design and statistical analysis, Further Mathematics, Psychology IB Diploma 36 points overall with with the opportunity to focus on 18 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 at specific research areas, such Higher Level in two of the following as neurological and psychiatric subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology disorders, or interdisciplinary IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points areas, such as behavioural and overall with 16 at Higher Level, including cognitive neuroscience. 6, 5 at Higher Level in two of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, In your fourth year you will Mathematics, Psychology apply what you have learned † to investigate a specific Contextual offer; see p132 psychological research question. You will also develop valuable skills in communicating science and developing ideas, as well as deepening your understanding of specialist science and neuroscience.

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This interdisciplinary degree, Palaeontological volunteer work You will be immersed in our Single Honours taught by experts in the and internships are available within scientific community from the start. BSc Palaeontology and Evolution subject, will provide you the School of Earth Sciences You will study core units in geology 3 years CF17 with an understanding of the and the city of Bristol, and biology, and in the third year MSci Palaeontology and Evolution 4 years CF16 biological and geological providing opportunities for you will be able to choose from a processes that have shaped career development. range of taught units in biological Academic entry the history of life on Earth. and earth sciences to suit your requirements Our highly numerate graduates own interests. The fourth year of For other qualifications including enter many different fields of the MSci includes advanced topics English language, see p135. Why study palaeontology and employment. Some continue Typical standard offer for BSc/MSci and an individual independent evolution at Bristol? research to MSc or PhD level and Palaeontology and Evolution research project for which you Our palaeontology and evolution enter academic careers. Science A-levels AAB including a core science/ will work closely with expert mathematics subject and another degrees draw on Bristol’s strength education; print, digital and film palaeobiologists. Our courses science-related subject, or ABB in three as a centre for palaeontological media; outreach work; and the core science/mathematics subjects include a programme of field trips, research. You will study a museum sector are other popular A-levels contextual offer ABC including the cost of which is included in your AB (in any order) in a core science/ broad and rich curriculum of career choices. mathematics subject and another palaeontological subjects and tuition fee. The science-based aspects of the science-related subject receive a solid education in Our courses attract enthusiasts IB Diploma 34 points overall with programme provide opportunities geology and evolutionary biology. for the subject area, and the 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in any to enter many professional careers order) at Higher Level in a core science/ student cohort is tight knit and high Teaching takes place in a in graduate-level jobs in fields such mathematics subject and another achieving. Classes are small and science-related subject, or 32 points dynamic, intellectually stimulating as industry, finance or law. overall with 16 at Higher Level, environment. We expect students all students are known and valued including 6, 5, 5 in three core science/ members of our community. mathematics subjects to develop independent learning BSc/MSci Palaeontology IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points skills and to self-assess their and Evolution overall with 15 at Higher Level, including progress with the aid of feedback A-levels AAB or ABB (ABC†) 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in a core provided by teaching staff. IB 34 or 32 (31†) science/mathematics subject and another science-related subject The school and the palaeobiology This diverse course covers many SpecificGCSE requirements; see online community are exceptionally close aspects of the geological and earth course finder for details. knit, with students making lasting sciences. Our degrees provide †Contextual offer; see p132 friendships across year groups. you with a broad background in Fieldwork is an important part of palaeobiological science, including the course and is much enjoyed state-of-the-art methods and by students. technological advances. You will be taught in a large and vibrant group of world-leading experts in the field of palaeobiology, whose interests range from dinosaurs to plants to the origin of life.

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Our pharmacology degrees A degree in pharmacology can lead For MSci students, the final year Single Honours bring together physiology, to a wide range of future careers. will focus on an extended research BSc Pharmacology biochemistry, molecular biology The majority of pharmacology proposal within a research 3 years B210 and neuroscience to enhance graduates go on to further their laboratory using advanced MSci Pharmacology 4 years B212 the understanding of drug education (in PhD, PGCE or MSc techniques. You will also take units MSci Pharmacology with action and development. studies) or enter employment to develop skills in communicating Study in Industry in the pharmaceutical or similar science to the public and will 4 years B211 Industry placement industries to pursue a career in develop a portfolio of public Academic entry research or a related field. Other engagement activities. You will requirements popular employers include financial learn how to plan and conduct For other qualifications including Why study pharmacology services organisations, the civil research projects, developing English language, see p135. at Bristol? service and the NHS. skills that are widely applicable Typical standard offer Pharmacology is the study of the to future employment and will for BSc/MSci Pharmacology The subject knowledge and wider A-levels AAB including Chemistry and action of drugs in the widest also benefit those considering skills that you will develop can also one of the following subjects: Biology or possible sense, encompassing future PhD training. Human Biology, Physics, Mathematics or many different types of chemicals lead to diverse careers both within Further Mathematics that affect the functioning of the and outside science. A-levels contextual offer ABC or BBB, MSci Pharmacology including BB in Chemistry and one of the body, not just medicines. You will with Study in Industry following subjects: Biology or Human learn what drugs are, how they BSc/MSci Pharmacology † † Biology, Physics, Mathematics or † † A-levels AAB (ABC or BBB ) work and what they do. You will A-levels AAB (ABC or BBB ) † Further Mathematics † IB 34 (31 ) experience the approaches used IB 34 (31 ) IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 This four-year degree gives you at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in any to design and develop new drugs In the first two years you will take order) at Higher Level in Chemistry and the opportunity to spend a year by investigating the effects of core pharmacology units and will one of the following subjects: Biology, gaining valuable experience of Physics, Mathematics substances on single cells, organs be able to choose further optional how pharmacology is related to IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points and the whole body. The final year units, including biochemistry, overall with 15 at Higher Level, including the pharmaceutical and associated is research driven and allows you molecular genetics, infection 5, 5 at Higher Level in Chemistry and industries. You can apply directly one of the following subjects: Biology, to undertake a supervised research and immunity, cellular and or transfer from BSc Pharmacology Physics, Mathematics project with the benefit of the molecular medicine and after your first year. expertise of our academic staff. mammalian physiology. †Contextual offer; see p132 Placements are available by Pharmacology at Bristol is focused Third-year units emphasise the applying directly to providers; the on the action of drugs used to molecular mechanisms of drug competitive application process treat the nervous system and action within the nervous and is facilitated by the University. cardiovascular disorders. This cardiovascular systems. These Placements may be in major means that our degrees offer an units will take you to the forefront pharmaceutical companies or outstanding opportunity to study of current research, which you other health, biotech and research how drugs act in these important evaluate by undertaking a companies in the UK and abroad. areas. You will be assessed by literature-based research In your final year you will undertake a combination of coursework project. There is a particular additional advanced study. and exams. focus on nervous system and cardiovascular disorders.

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Our dynamic department A distinguishing feature of our BA Philosophy BA Philosophy and has an established reputation courses is that your first two years A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) a modern language for research and teaching and will cover the basic topics that form A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) This course offers you both depth a vibrant student community, the groundwork of philosophy. In and breadth over three years of In each year you will take an equal and we offer the opportunity your third year you will study more exciting and challenging study. number of credits in your chosen to study overseas. advanced and specialised units In your first year you will gain a language and in philosophy. In offered by lecturers in their own grounding in the fundamentals of your first year you will take units in fields of research specialisation. Study abroad year philosophy through two mandatory critical thinking and logic, and two Previously, these have included introductory units: one exploring mandatory introductory philosophy Virtue and Well-Being; Evil, Why study philosophy issues in epistemology and units, one exploring issues in Deviance and Crime; Probability at Bristol? metaphysics, the other concerning epistemology and metaphysics, and Rationality; The Social Studying philosophy at Bristol moral and political philosophy. the other concerning moral and Epistemology of the Internet; challenges you to delve into some You will also take units in critical political philosophy. In year two and Philosophical Issues of the of the deepest questions to have thinking and logic and a choice of you take units covering issues Physical Sciences. puzzled the great thinkers by other units, which currently include from across the field of philosophy, applying and rigorous analysis and A wide range of employers value Readings in Value Theory, and as well as units offering detailed argument distinctive of the ‘analytic’ the flexibility of thought that Knowledge and Reality. You may study of particular areas of focus. philosophical tradition. You will be philosophy fosters. Many of our also take open units outside the In your final year you will take part of a heritage of philosophy in graduates go on to make excellent department in your first year. an independent study unit and the South West that includes John lawyers, journalists, teachers, taught units relating directly to In year two you complete your Locke and Thomas Hobbes. consultants and entrepreneurs. the research interests of staff. For foundation in philosophy with your chosen language you will Internationally regarded staff, a mandatory units and conduct study a combination of language lively student community and more detailed study from ethics and culture units. You will spend a rich programme of events to philosophy of language. The your third year studying or working make the study of philosophy third-year units require engagement abroad, which will enable you to at Bristol unique. We conduct with the latest research. The refine your language skills and much of our research in logic curriculum will equip you with skills, cultural knowledge. and the philosophy of science including textual analysis, clear and mathematics, but our staff written and verbal expression, and Both the Department of Philosophy are also involved in applied critical thinking, which are valuable and the School of Modern ethics, phenomenology and in a wide range of careers. Languages encourage strong the philosophy of medicine. We synergy between research and host the Centre for Science and teaching, resulting in a vibrant Philosophy, which promotes the learning environment for students interpretation of science through as staff respond to new research. collaboration with other disciplines. FACULTY OF ARTS bristol.ac.uk/philosophy 109

BSc Philosophy and Economics Previous economics options BA Philosophy and Theology Single Honours / BSc Philosophy and have included History of A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) BA Philosophy Economics with Study Abroad Economic Thought; Environmental 3 years V500 On this course you will combine A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) Economics; and Current Economic philosophy with study in religion Joint Honours Problems. Previous philosophy This course allows you to combine and theology, taking an equal BA Philosophy and French options have included Philosophy 4 years RV15 two historically interlinked number of credits in each subject. of Psychology; Evil, Deviance BA Philosophy and German disciplines to develop a breadth and Crime; and Classical For philosophy, you will study 4 years RV25 of skills across both economics BA Philosophy and Italian Chinese Philosophy. units covering introductions to and philosophy. 4 years RV35 philosophy, logic, and realism We offer you the opportunity BA Philosophy and Portuguese The economics part of the course and normativity, and undertake 4 years RV55 to extend your degree to four is technically rigorous and will an extended essay. For theology, BA Philosophy and Russian years, spending your third year 4 years RV75 build your analytical skills with you will take an introductory unit studying economics in English at BA Philosophy and Spanish mandatory units in macro- and on different religious traditions a top-ranking university abroad 4 years RV45 microeconomics, mathematics, and a methodology unit in your before returning to Bristol for BA Philosophy and Theology statistics and econometrics (the first year, as well as an optional 3 years VV56 your final year. The Study Abroad application of statistical methods to unit from choices that may include BSc Philosophy and Economics course allows you to combine 3 years VL51 data to estimate economic models). Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, the challenging, broad academic BSc Philosophy and Economics This is complemented by units in Judaism, Hinduism, Chinese content of our economics degree with Study Abroad philosophy which will equip you and Japanese religions, and 4 years VL54 with an overseas dimension that with skills in textual analysis, written the Philosophy of Religion. BA English and Philosophy p74 reflects the international nature and verbal expression, logic and BSc Philosophy and Politics p114 of the economy. In the second year you will continue BSc Sociology and Philosophy p124 critical thinking. your studies in philosophy and BSc/MSci Mathematics As you progress through your theology by combining mandatory and Philosophy p98 degree you will be able to take an units with other units of your choice. BSc/MSci Physics and Philosophy p110 increasing number of optional units Academic entry In the third year you will take to specialise in the areas of the requirements three optional units, including disciplines that most interest you. For other qualifications including a dissertation in an area of English language, see p135. special interest to you. Typical standard offer for BA Philosophy A-levels AAA A-levels contextual offer ABB IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level Specific GCSE requirements; see online course finder for details. Part-time study available

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Join a world-class Physics BSc/MSci Physics BSc/MSci Physics BSc/MSci Physics department, home to A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) with Astrophysics and Philosophy cutting-edge research, A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) Learn about the fundamental diverse and challenging building blocks and forces of This degree gives you the In this course you will study degree programmes and an nature. Find out how quantum same thorough grounding in physics, maths and philosophical award-winning student society. physics and relativity enable us physics as our other courses, topics such as metaphysics, to understand the world, from the with astrophysics as a key logic, the theory of knowledge Study abroad year infinitesimal scale of particle and component. Your first year will and ethics. As well as mandatory nuclear physics to the cosmic scale include astronomical techniques units in both subjects, you Industry placement of galaxies and the Universe. and astrophysical phenomena. In will choose units that might your second year you will study include quantum mechanics, In year one you will gain a Why study physics at Bristol? cosmology. In your third year, and normativity, nanophysics, comprehensive grounding in Bristol physicists are pioneers in fourth year for MSci students, you biophysics and philosophy. physics and mathematics. In year their fields: your lecturers might work on more advanced topics two you will develop a fundamental be involved in analysing data from in astrophysics. Your final-year understanding of the principles of BSc Physics with a CERN; working with the nuclear project will be with a member of physics, including practical work in Preliminary Year of Study industry and energy companies the astrophysics research group the laboratory and computational No specific requirements. to prolong reactor life and develop and could include cosmology, physics. In your final year you Please contact the Enquiries green alternatives; researching the formation of clusters, active will undertake a major project Team for information. pigments, liquid crystals and 3D galaxies, high-energy astrophysical or dissertation, working in a This course is designed for printing; or working with industrial processes or the formation of research group with a staff students who do not have the partners on diamond batteries for extrasolar planets. member. Final-year BSc options heart pacemakers and sensors. qualifications needed for BSc/ include the physics education MSci Physics but who have We have world-leading research scheme, which involves teaching in demonstrable scientific potential groups in astrophysics, condensed a school; and the industrial group through good passes in GCSE matter physics, materials and project, based on a real problem Mathematics and Science or work devices, nanoscience, particle set by external clients or industrial experience. You will take units in physics, quantum photonics and partners. Recent partners include mathematics, physics, and study theoretical physics. In your final Siemens and . skills in a programme designed year you may undertake a research to prepare you to join the BSc project in one of these areas. Physics degree. Our courses take a rigorous approach to problem solving, experimental design and communication skills, and you will gain confidence in handling and interpreting numerical information. As part of your degree you can spend time working in industry or overseas. Many of our degrees are accredited by the Institute of Physics (IOP). FACULTY OF SCIENCE bristol.ac.uk/physics 111

MSci Physics with MSci Physics with MSci Physics with Study Single Honours Industrial Experience International Experience in Continental Europe BSc Physics A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) 3 years F300 BSc Physics with Astrophysics This four-year MSci Physics course Physics is an inherently This degree follows broadly the 3 years F3F5 includes a year gaining hands-on international activity, with major same structure as the MSci Physics BSc Physics with a Preliminary Year of Study paid experience in industry. A year breakthroughs often coming from course, with added language 4 years F308 in industry can be a life-changing global collaborations. This degree units in years one and two, and MSci Physics experience. You will hone your enables you to experience this the third year in Europe where 4 years F303 skills in project management, international community, combining you will study physics at one of MSci Physics with Astrophysics teamwork and communication, in-depth training as a physicist our partner universities. You will 4 Years F3FM MSci Physics with Industrial and gain first-hand insights into with the experience of living and study units that parallel, as far Experience commercial pressures and working as a researcher overseas. as possible, the third year of the 4 years F305 real-world applied science. Bristol degree course and will MSci Physics with You will follow, broadly, the then return for your fourth year. International Experience Organisations our students have structure of the MSci Physics 4 years F307 recently worked for include the course and spend your third MSci Physics with Study in Continental Europe Culham Centre for Fusion Energy, year overseas. During this year MSci Theoretical Physics A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) 4 years F304 Airbus, JP Morgan, Sharp and you follow a programme agreed MSci Theoretical Physics Rolls-Royce. with a tutor at Bristol and work Theoretical physics aims 4 years F340 in English at a partner university, to understand and predict BSc/MSci Physics with Scientific You will continue to study core Computing p112 undertaking carefully selected phenomena in the physical world physics via distance learning MSci Physics with Innovation p86 research placements. These during your year in industry, in based on a conceptual and MSci Physics with Scientific may include nanophysics in Computing with Industrial readiness for your final-year mathematical understanding Brazil or astrophysics in Canada. Experience p112 project or dissertation back at of the laws of the universe. Alternatively, you can take taught Bristol. Our students’ final-year This degree will give you the same Joint Honours courses through Bristol’s Global projects address questions at the thorough physics grounding as BSc Physics and Philosophy Opportunities programme. You 3 years FV35 frontiers of our research fields; our MSci Physics, focusing on will continue to study core physics MSci Physics and Philosophy some have been published in the theoretical approach, with 4 years FVH5 via distance learning in readiness scientific journals. advanced courses in later years on BSc/MSci Mathematics and Physics for returning to Bristol for your topics such as quantum physics, p98 final year. theoretical particle physics, and Academic entry general relativity. The course requirements incorporates a higher level of For other qualifications including mathematics and less laboratory English language, see p135. work than MSci Physics. Typical standard offer for BSc/MSci Physics A-levels A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Physics A-levels contextual offer AAB including AA in Mathematics and Physics IB Diploma 38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7, 6 (in any order) at Higher Level in Mathematics and Physics Find out more: IB Diploma contextual offer 34 bristol.ac.uk/ug21-physics points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics and Physics

†Contextual offer; see p132 FACULTY OF SCIENCE 112 bristol.ac.uk/physics Physics with Scientific Computing

Combine the latest ideas You will be taught by experts MSci Physics with Single Honours in physics with leading in both physics and computing Scientific Computing with BSc Physics with techniques in computing, drawn from every research area of Industrial Experience Scientific Computing 3 years F330 including machine learning, the School of Physics and Bristol A-levels A*AA (AAB†) IB 38 (34†) MSci Physics with artificial intelligence and Scientific Computing (BriSC), which This course includes a year gaining Scientific Computing data science, taught in a brings together computing experts 4 years F331 hands-on paid experience in world-class and friendly from across the Faculty of Science. MSci Physics with Scientific industry. You will spend your Computing with Industrial Experience physics department with an For those wanting to gain more third year working on a computing 4 years F334 award-winning student society. applied computing experience project with an industrial partner Academic entry during their degree, we offer the and studying core physics Industry placement requirements option to spend a year working via distance learning in readiness For other qualifications including in industry. for your return and your English language, see p135. Why study physics with final-year project. This will be a Typical standard offer for BSc/MSci scientific computing at Bristol? BSc/MSci Physics with major research project, supervised Physics with Scientific Computing These courses cover the same A-levels A*AA including A*A (in any order) Scientific Computing by staff with expertise in physics in Mathematics and Physics † † core physics as Bristol’s other A-levels A*AA (AAB ) IB 38 (34 ) and computing, and addressing A-levels contextual offer AAB including physics degrees but with have a questions at the frontiers of our AA in Mathematics and Physics These courses offer a unique significant emphasis on computing. research fields. The industrial year IB Diploma 38 points overall with combination of units and projects 18 at Higher Level, including 7, 6 (in any Computing skills are essential can be a rewarding experience blending programming, machine order) at Higher Level in Mathematics in all areas of physics, whether providing valuable insights into and Physics learning, data science and experimental or theoretical. the commercial pressures and IB Diploma contextual offer high-performance computing with Computers control advanced real-world applications of physics 34 points overall with 17 at Higher fundamental concepts in physics, Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level instrumentation, and computer and computing. in Mathematics and Physics simulations make predictions to produce a new kind of scientist ranging from the properties – one with a firm foundation in †Contextual offer; see p132 of subatomic particles to the physics, a sound appreciation formation of stars and galaxies. of scientific computing and an understanding of what can be The computing techniques required achieved by combining them. to study modern physics overlap Year one gives you a significantly with current computer comprehensive grounding science, and a student graduating in physics, mathematics and from our physics and scientific programming. Year two focuses on computing degrees will be well the principles of physics with further placed to follow careers in a emphasis on scientific coding. Later diverse range of areas, from in the course you will undertake physics research to computing a research project or dissertation and data science. supervised by staff with expertise in physics and computing.

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The School of Physiology, A degree in physiological science heart in health and disease, taught Single Honours Pharmacology and can lead to a wide range of future by internationally recognised, BSc Physiological Science Neuroscience houses careers. Around a quarter to half of research-active staff. Topics include 3 years B120 research groups in our students continue with further the cardiovascular system, brain MSci Physiological Science 4 years B122 cardiovascular physiology, study, for example in medicine, and behaviour, and the future MSci Physiological Science with neuroscience and cell biology teacher training, or master’s of molecular medicine. You will Study in Industry* 4 years that are recognised worldwide. degrees in biomedical, psychology also complete a practical project, *Entry by transfer or healthcare subjects. chosen from a wide range of topics. Academic entry Industry placement The subject knowledge and The first three years of the MSci requirements wider skills that you will develop follow the BSc course. The majority For other qualifications including Why study physiological throughout your degree can of your fourth year will focus on English language, see p135. science at Bristol? Typical standard offer for also lead to opportunities in an extended research project in a BSc/MSci Physiological Science Physiology is the study of body diverse careers both within research laboratory environment. A-levels AAB including two of the function: how cell tissue and and outside science. following subjects: Biology or Human A fully integrated programme of organ function are integrated in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics activities is designed to develop or Further Mathematics, Psychology the whole individual. Physiology BSc/MSci Physiological Science your transferable personal and A-levels contextual offer BBB or ABC, is an experimental, scientific † † A-levels AAB (BBB or ABC ) professional skills, such as IT, verbal, including BB in two of the following discipline of general educational IB 34 (31†) subjects: Biology or Human Biology, written and presentation skills. Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or value and is of fundamental Further Mathematics, Psychology importance in medicine and This degree builds on core units studied in years one and two, MSci Physiological Science IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at health-related sciences. Higher Level, including 6, 5 at Higher through to the final year, when you with Study in Industry Level in two of the following subjects: In years one and two of our will explore topics at the forefront A-levels AAB (BBB† or ABC†) Biology, Chemistry, Physics, physiological science degrees of current research in physiology. IB 34 (31†) Mathematics, Psychology IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points you will have the opportunity to Year one introduces the functions This four-year degree is similar to overall with 15 at Higher Level, including study other subjects alongside of the major body systems in 5, 5 at Higher Level in two of the following BSc Physiological Science but physiology, including non-science humans and how drugs can affect subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, also provides the opportunity to Mathematics, Psychology subjects. Popular choices include these systems. Second-year units gain valuable insight into how biochemistry, human anatomy, cover neurophysiology, cellular † physiology relates to commercial Contextual offer; see p132 pharmacology, psychology or a physiology and topics such as or governmental research. modern language. Practicals are exercise, stress and ageing. Placements may be in a biotech, run in well-equipped, modern Practical teaching is enhanced food, defence, pharmaceutical laboratories and incorporate by our online dynamic lab manual or sports science company, or a our innovative online learning and human patient simulators. environment, eBiolabs, as well research institute, and are available as state-of-the-art human patient By the third year you will be by applying directly to providers. simulators. Assessment in getting to grips with the latest This competitive application years one and two is through cutting-edge research on process is facilitated by the a combination of coursework, topics such as neurological and University. You can apply to join online tests and exams. psychiatric disorders and the the MSci degree after the first year of the BSc course.

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At Bristol you will receive The final year includes units that are BSc Politics and BSc Politics and International an outstanding education linked to staff research interests, International Relations Relations with Study Abroad in a diverse, supportive and covering subjects such as political A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) engaging environment. Our theory, international relations, You will study the politics This degree offers an enriching politics and international UK politics, US politics, gender, of individual countries and experience with exciting intellectual relations degrees are among security and conflict. There is also governments and the relationships challenges. The course follows the best in the UK, and our an emphasis on research skills, between them. the same structure as BSc Politics staff are global leaders in with a compulsory unit in the first and International Relations but with many areas of political study. year. The dissertation unit in the The first year includes four an additional year spent abroad final year allows you to conduct compulsory units, which ensure a at a partner institution studying a piece of supervised political solid grounding in the discipline. Study abroad year politics and international relations research on a topic of your choice. There is greater choice as you in English. The year abroad is an progress through the course. Why study politics and Politics is a partner in Bristol exciting opportunity to experience international relations Q-Step, which is part of a national Your final year includes an and study a different society at Bristol? initiative offering enhanced skills exceptional range of units based on and culture. We are rated seventh in the training in the social sciences. staff research interests, which may For details on year abroad UK for politics in the Guardian include political theory, international Levels of student achievement opportunities visit University Guide 2020, and you will relations, UK politics, US politics, are very high, and our alumni are bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. have access to scholars who are development studies and gender. in high demand. Our graduates world-renowned in many fields. enter employment across a wide There is an emphasis on research Through studying the politics variety of careers, including the skills, with a compulsory unit in of individual countries and Foreign and Commonwealth Office, the first year and a dissertation governments and the relationships international non-governmental in the final year. The dissertation between countries, communities organisations (such as Oxfam), allows you to conduct a piece of and individuals, you will become finance, law, the media, education supervised political research on familiar with different methods of and research, and public and a topic of your choice. analysis and will learn to apply and voluntary sector work. You will have the opportunity to evaluate them. spend a semester studying abroad The first year provides a solid at a partner university. grounding in politics. You will have greater flexibility to choose units as you progress through the course, including the opportunity to spend half a year studying abroad at a partner university. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND LAW bristol.ac.uk/spais 115

BA Politics and politics and a modern language You will also have the opportunity Single Honours a modern language offers an enriching experience and to spend half a year studying BSc Politics and A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) exciting intellectual challenges. abroad at a partner university. International Relations 3 years L200 These courses combine politics BSc Politics and International BSc Politics and Sociology and international relations with BSc Philosophy and Politics Relations with Study Abroad A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) 4 years L201 a modern language, providing BSc Politics with Quantitative a valuable skill set ideally This course combines philosophy This course takes advantage of Research Methods p118 tailored to the increasingly with the study of politics and the expertise of our staff in the BSc Politics with Quantitative globalised workplace. international relations, providing School of Sociology, Politics and Research Methods with Study Abroad p118 International Studies. You will Politics is organised around a valuable skill set ideally tailored MSci Politics with Quantitative study a range of theoretical and Research Methods p118 three themes: political theory; to the increasingly globalised workplace. For philosophy, practical problems that affect comparative and national politics; Joint Honours you will study units including the social world. and international relations. You BA Politics and French will study the politics of individual Introduction to Philosophy and You will study the politics of and 4 years RL12 countries and governments and the Critical Thinking, Logic and Realism relationships between countries, BA Politics and German 4 years RL22 relationships between countries, and Normativity, and you may communities and individuals, write an extended essay. BA Politics and Italian communities and individuals. In becoming familiar with different 4 years RL32 your language studies you will In politics you will study the views and methods of analysis and BA Politics and Portuguese combine advanced study of your politics of individual countries and how to apply and evaluate them. 4 years RL52 chosen language with cultural, BA Politics and Russian governments and the relationships Sociology provides expertise in the 4 years RL72 literary and historical units. You between them, communities and study of the social world including BA Politics and Spanish will spend your third year abroad, 4 years RL42 individuals. The first year includes actions, structures, beliefs, power refining your language skills compulsory units that will ensure BSc Philosophy and Politics and representation. By focusing 3 years VL52 and cultural knowledge and you have a solid grounding in on theoretical ideas and research BSc Politics and Sociology gaining valuable work experience. politics. You will have greater skills you will be uniquely placed 3 years LL23 For details on year abroad choice as you progress through to understand the fast-moving BSc Economics and Politics p66 opportunities visit BSc Economics and Politics the course and in your final year changes of social life. bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. you will choose from a range of with Study Abroad p66 In year three you can choose BSc Social Policy and Politics p122 Both the School of Sociology, units closely linked to staff research to write a research dissertation Academic entry Politics and International Studies interests, which are unique to in either discipline. You will also requirements and the School of Modern Bristol. Units cover subjects such have the opportunity to spend a Languages have an impressive as political theory, international For other qualifications including semester studying abroad at a English language, see p135. reputation and encourage strong relations, UK politics, US politics, gender, security and conflict. There partner university. Typical standard offer for BSc Politics synergy between research and and International Relations teaching. This provides a vibrant is a strong emphasis on research A-levels AAA including an learning environment as staff skills, with a compulsory unit in essay-based subject A-levels contextual offer ABB including respond in their teaching to new the first year and the option of completing a dissertation in the an essay-based subject research. The combination of IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at final year. Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in an essay-based subject IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 5 Find out more: at Higher Level in an essay-based subject bristol.ac.uk/ug21-politics †Contextual offer; see p132 FACULTY OF ARTS 116 bristol.ac.uk/hispanic Portuguese

Bristol has a strong reputation BA Hispanic Studies BA Portuguese and Single Honours for Portuguese teaching A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) a modern language BA Hispanic Studies and research. Exchange A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) 4 years RR45 With interactive language learning links with universities in BA Modern Languages p102 in Spanish, Portuguese and This course allows you to achieve Portugal and Brazil contribute Catalan and a diverse range of a high degree of fluency and Joint Honours to the department’s units covering history, literature accuracy in written and oral BA Czech and Portuguese cosmopolitan atmosphere. 4 years RR5V and cinema, Bristol’s BA Hispanic registers in both languages. BA French and Portuguese Studies will give you a global If you are new to Portuguese you 4 years RR15 Study abroad year perspective on the cultures of will follow an intensive language BA German and Portuguese hundreds of millions of people. course during your first year. There 4 years RR25 Why study Portuguese BA Italian and Portuguese You can combine the study of is separate provision for those with 4 years RR35 at Bristol? Spanish with Portuguese, which Portuguese A-level or equivalent. BA Russian and Portuguese Portuguese at Bristol is part of can be studied from a beginner’s You will also follow introductory 4 years RR57 a well-integrated Department of level, and Catalan from year two. units on literature, culture and BA Spanish and Portuguese Hispanic, Portuguese and Latin You will divide your third year history. In your second year and 4 years RR54 BA Comparative Literatures and American Studies. We take a very between a Portuguese-speaking final years you will normally choose Cultures and Portuguese‡ p59 broad approach to the Spanish, country and Catalonia (for Spanish two Portuguese cultural units, as BA English and Portuguese p74 Portuguese and Catalan-speaking and Catalan). For details on well as options in another language. BA Film and Portuguese p77 worlds, enabling you to enrich your year abroad opportunities visit BA History and Portuguese p84 You will study the culture of understanding of the cultural links bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. BA History of Art and Portuguese p85 Portuguese-speaking countries, between countries in Europe, Latin BA Music and Portuguese p103 Our degree covers many aspects and you can choose from a wide p108 America, Africa and Asia. You will BA Philosophy and Portuguese of the history, literature and culture range of optional units. BA Politics and Portuguese p114 encounter a rich variety of topics in of Portugal, Spain and Latin BA Theatre and Portuguese p126 history, literary and visual cultures, You will spend half of your third ‡ America. Diverse literary and Subject to approval ideas of nation and memory, year in a Portuguese-speaking cultural units enable you to improve colonialism and postcolonialism, country and the other half in a Academic entry your language skills through and linguistics and translation. country where your other language requirements reading modern representative is spoken. For details on year For other qualifications including As a modern languages texts and engaging with films English language, see p135. abroad opportunities visit student you will benefit from a and digital media. Typical standard offer for BA bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. state-of-the-art multimedia centre Portuguese and a modern language A-levels AAB including B in one of the and a range of online resources languages to be studied (B in French for that support face-to-face teaching. BA French and Portuguese) A-levels contextual offer BBB including Bristol is a very exciting place B in one of the languages to be studied (B to study arts and humanities, in French for BA French and Portuguese) with a thriving cultural life, IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level several art cinemas, concert in one of the languages to be studied halls and theatres and a vibrant (5 at Higher Level in French for BA French international atmosphere. and Portuguese) IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points overall with 15 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in one of the languages to be studied (5 at Higher Level in French Find out more: for BA French and Portuguese) bristol.ac.uk/ug21-portuguese Part-time study available

†Contextual offer; see p132 FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCES bristol.ac.uk/psychology 117 Psychology

We offer state-of-the-art The multidisciplinary and scientific you will undertake together Single Honours laboratories with facilities nature of psychology means that with a research project. BSc Psychology including magnetic you will develop an impressive 3 years C801 resonance imaging, range of transferable skills in MSci Psychology MSci Psychology 4 years C802 electroencephalography quantitative analytical research, A-levels A*AA or A*A*B or AAA MSci Psychology with Innovation recording, eye-tracking data handling and interpretation, (AAB† or A*BB†) IB 38 (34†) p86 and sleep labs. critical evaluation, report writing, This MSci course is designed for Joint Honours presentation and IT literacy. students considering a career in MSci Psychology and Neuroscience Study abroad year Our degrees provide pathways to psychology. In the first three years p104 professional training in psychology you will take the same units as BSc Academic entry Why study psychology and are accredited by the British Psychology. This is followed by a requirements at Bristol? Psychological Society (BPS). specialist fourth year, during which For other qualifications including The School of Psychological Graduate destinations also include you will complete a placement English language, see p135. Science is a friendly environment a broad range of other sectors, to gain hands-on experience Typical standard offer for and our staff are passionate about including health, education, carrying out an independent BSc/MSci Psychology helping students to thrive during A-levels A*AA including A in a science- marketing, scientific and legal research project supervised related subject, or A*A*B including A* in a their time at Bristol. Our courses consultancy, banking and finance, by our academic and research science-related subject, or AAA including have a fundamental emphasis on human resources, media and the staff. Taught components are a science-related subject plus A in EPQ the experimental study of the public sector. A-levels contextual offer AAB including master’s-level units. A in a science-related subject, or A*BB mind, and we want our students You will take taught modules on including A* in a science-related subject to share a sense of fun and BSc Psychology IB Diploma 38 points overall with 18 at transferable skills and choose adventure in the subject. Our staff A-levels A*AA or A*A*B or AAA Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level options from a list of units that in a science-related subject are experts who teach the latest † † † (AAB or A*BB ) IB 38 (34 ) IB Diploma contextual offer developments in the field based includes advanced statistical Our BSc Psychology is recognised analysis and training in advanced 34 points overall with 17 at Higher on the cutting-edge research Level, including 6 at Higher Level that they and their colleagues by the BPS as qualification for scientific methods. BSc students in a science-related subject are conducting. graduate registration. In the first may transfer to the MSci, subject Specific GCSE requirements; see online year you will study psychology, to satisfactory performance and course finder for details. Over the course of the degree research methods (laboratory available places. †Contextual offer; see p132 students become independent classes and statistics) and an learners who can think for open unit in another school. In themselves. In the third year the second year you will focus on students can tailor the course research methods and units in the to their interests, choosing from psychology core curriculum. approximately 20 seminar courses and undertaking a major research The final year of the degree is project of their choice. There entirely option-based, allowing is an active undergraduate you to choose from a range of psychology society. lecture and seminar units that

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Bristol Q-Step Centre is part We offer taught units that focus Our integrated four-year MSci BSc/MSci Childhood Studies of a £19.5 million national on applied quantitative social degrees are particularly relevant with Quantitative programme designed to sciences, three-year (BSc) courses for those thinking of continuing to Research Methods promote quantitative social that combine disciplinary learning postgraduate study or who wish to A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) science training in the UK. with quantitative methods teaching, have additional skills to differentiate and the opportunity to extend your themselves within the job market. BSc/MSci Criminology with Study abroad year degree to four years so that you Quantitative Research Methods can graduate with a master’s (MSci) A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) Why study quantitative research qualification. We also encourage at Bristol? work placements and internships. BSc/MSci Geography with Generating and analysing data Our courses are about applied Quantitative Research Methods † requires statistical expertise, a skill data analysis, not mathematics. A-levels AAA or AAB (ABB or † † † that is highly valued by employers. Although familiarity with higher-level BBB ) IB 36 or 34 (32 or 31 ) Bristol offers social science mathematics may be helpful, students the opportunity to A-level or AS-level Mathematics (or BSc/MSci Politics with train in quantitative methods equivalent) is not essential. If you Quantitative Research during their studies. are willing to approach quantitative Methods / BSc Politics with Quantitative Research The University of Bristol Q-Step methods with a critical, enquiring mind and a willingness to learn, Methods with Study Abroad Centre is part of a national A-levels AAA (ABB†) IB 36 (32†) network that is training a new these courses will appeal to you. generation of social scientists. Graduating with the words ‘with BSc/MSci Social Policy with Quantitative skills training will Quantitative Research Methods’ Quantitative Research Methods supplement, rather than replace, in your degree title will give a clear A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) your subject-specific learning. Our signal to employers about the focus is on interdisciplinary learning training you have received. This will BSc/MSci Sociology with and applied data analysis relevant enhance your employability in many Quantitative Research to research in the social sciences, sectors such as policymaking, Methods / BSc Sociology with including geography. This will business and commerce, where Quantitative Research Methods enhance your career prospects or the ability to produce and analyse with Study Abroad provide you with a strong platform data is crucial. A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) for postgraduate study. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND LAW / FACULTY OF SCIENCE bristol.ac.uk/qstep 119 Q-Step at Bristol – degrees with quantitative research methods skills Joint Honours BSc Childhood Studies with These courses are closely linked The remaining third of your course Quantitative Research Methods (QRM) to the single honours courses in will provide interdisciplinary training 3 years L522 BSc Criminology with QRM the relevant disciplines. About two in quantitative methods. 3 years M902 thirds of your studies will follow In year one of the quantitative BSc Geography with QRM the single honours syllabus for the 3 years F802 pathway we discuss how numbers subject concerned: BSc Politics with QRM and data are used to tell convincing 3 years L202 Childhood Studies, see p53 stories in the media and social BSc Politics with QRM with Criminology, see p62 research. We consider what is Study Abroad 4 years L204 Geography, see p79 meant by segregation and how BSc Social Policy with QRM Politics and International it can be mapped and measured. 3 years L402 Relations, see p114 Year two offers practical classes BSc Sociology with QRM Social Policy, see p122 in social statistics and applied data 3 years L302 Sociology, see p124 analysis, which will develop your BSc Sociology with QRM with Study Abroad skills in numeracy and analysis and 4 years L304 enable you to undertake your own MSci Childhood Studies with QRM individual research project in an 4 years L523 MSci Criminology with QRM area of quantitative social science 4 years M903 in year three. The four-year option MSci Geography with QRM offers more advanced quantitative 4 years F804 methods training. MSci Politics with QRM 4 years L203 The Study Abroad courses follow MSci Social Policy with QRM the same structure as the BSc 4 years L403 courses but with an additional MSci Sociology with QRM 4 years L303 year spent abroad. Academic entry requirements For other qualifications including English language, see p135. Typical standard offer for BSc/MSci Childhood Studies with Quantitative Research Methods A-levels ABB A-levels contextual offer BBC IB Diploma 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level IB Diploma contextual offer 29 points overall with 14 at Higher Level Specific GCSE requirements; see online course finder for details.

†Contextual offer; see p132

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Our religion and theology Our graduates work in fields as BA Theology and Sociology Single Honours degrees will enable you to diverse as law, teaching, alternative A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) BA Religion and Theology understand and explain technologies, communication, 3 years V600 This joint honours degree focuses the ways in which religion arts and entertainment, while a MArts Religion and Theology with on the place of religion in society, Study Abroad significantly shapes the significant number continue to both in the present and in the past. 4 years V601 world. Taught by expert postgraduate study. Employers The course is equally weighted academics, you will explore place great value on the Joint Honours towards both subjects. In year themes central to cultures transferable skills that our BA Theology and Sociology one you will take a mandatory unit 3 years VL63 – including philosophy, graduates offer, including the ability in each and select two optional BA Philosophy and Theology p108 ethics, mysticism and power to think critically, write fluently and units from each subject. You will – across various religions. appreciate ideas and opinions. Academic entry acquire a solid foundation in several requirements religious traditions and in sociology. BA Religion and Theology For other qualifications including Study abroad year There is particular emphasis English language, see p135. A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) on sociological theory and its Typical standard offer for BA Religion Why study religion and Your first year provides a solid application to real-world concerns, and Theology theology at Bristol? including issues of ethnicity, beliefs A-levels AAB foundation in religion’s complex A-levels contextual offer BBB We believe that the place of interaction with the modern world. and multiculturalism. IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at religion in the world can be best Subsequent years allow you more Higher Level understood by examining it from flexibility to shape your degree MArts Religion and Theology IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points a variety of perspectives across to suit your interests. You will be with Study Abroad overall with 15 at Higher Level disciplines. Our approach uses offered optional units on various A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) †Contextual offer; see p132 different methodologies, which aspects of Buddhism, Christian This course offers a rare include historical, archaeological, history and theology, Hinduism, opportunity to study religion and linguistic, philosophical, theological Islam, Judaism, and Chinese theology at home and abroad. and comparative perspectives. and Japanese religions. You can At Bristol you can study Buddhism, also choose to study one of the After successfully completing Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, following languages: Chinese, years one and two, you will have Judaism, Chinese and Japanese Greek, Hebrew, Japanese, Latin the chance to spend your third religions, and philosophy of or Sanskrit. year abroad at one of our partner universities in Asia, Australia, religion. The department is You have the opportunity to spend Canada, the US or continental friendly and provides opportunities half of your second year studying Europe. For details on year to interact closely with staff and abroad at a partner university. In abroad opportunities visit students in the discussion of your third year you will choose bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. religion and theology. optional units, which will allow you You will return to Bristol to complete to study an array of subjects or to the final year of your degree. specialise in particular areas. You will also produce a dissertation and have the option of doing fieldwork.

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Our students stand out to St Petersburg, Krasnodar, the In the final year you will concentrate Single Honours employers across a wide range Urals, Siberia or Kazakhstan, with on perfecting your Russian and BA Russian of sectors. Recent graduate constant contact and support from exploring literature, history and 4 years R700 destinations include Christie’s, members of the department. culture in more detail. At every BA Modern Languages p102 the Russo-British Chamber stage, the teaching of intellectual Many of our graduates go on to Joint Honours of Commerce, the European and cultural history is informed by careers in which their knowledge BA Czech and Russian Parliament and GCHQ. the research of Bristol’s academic 4 years R701 of Russian is of direct relevance. staff, with whom you will be in BA French and Russian Recent graduates have entered 4 years RR17 regular contact. Study abroad year careers in finance, industry, the BA German and Russian media, publishing, law, travel, 4 years RR27 Why study Russian at Bristol? BA Russian and a BA Italian and Russian British and international civil 4 years RR37 Russia continues to assert itself as services, teaching, translating modern language A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) BA Russian and Portuguese a powerful political and economic or interpreting, and academia. 4 years RR57 force, and Russian expertise has Our joint honours courses allow BA Spanish and Russian 4 years RR47 never been more vital in a range BA Russian you to study Russian language BA Comparative Literatures and † † of professions. A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) and culture alongside another Cultures and Russian‡ p59 language. Many students find that BA English and Russian p74 Our students consistently praise Our single honours Russian degree studying two languages makes BA History and Russian p84 the friendly, supportive atmosphere allows you to immerse yourself in them stronger linguists. You can BA History of Art and Russian p85 in the Department of Russian. Russian language and culture. You study one language from scratch BA Music and Russian p103 You will have frequent contact will study key periods in Russian or build on existing experience. BA Philosophy and Russian p108 with experienced native-speaking history alongside texts and films BA Politics and Russian p114 You will spend half of your year teachers. In years one and two that reflect each period. By the ‡Subject to approval abroad in a Russian-speaking beginners in Russian language end of year two you will be well environment, either studying in Academic entry follow a core programme taught prepared to make the most of your a university, teaching English or on requirements by a teacher who is a specialist in year abroad. In the third year, single a work placement. You will spend For other qualifications including working with beginners. Those with honours students spend about the other half of your year abroad English language, see p135. A-level or equivalent experience are nine months in a Russian-speaking Typical standard offer for BA Russian in a country where your other taught separately. environment. There is a range A-levels AAB including B in a language is spoken. For details of placements available, either modern language Our first-year programme in on year abroad opportunities visit A-levels contextual offer BBB including to study Russian at a university, Russian culture will equip you with bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. a modern language the knowledge and skills to explore to teach English or to work, for IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at aspects of Russia in depth. You example in a multinational company, You will achieve a high degree Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level charity or non-governmental of fluency and accuracy in in a modern language will study key periods in Russian IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points history alongside selected texts, organisation. You will achieve a high written and oral registers in both overall with 15 at Higher Level, including images or films, and will explore degree of fluency and accuracy in languages, and study history, 5 at Higher Level in a modern language Russia through its literature, history, written and oral registers in both literature and culture. Part-time study available languages. The broad range of religious culture and political ideas. †Contextual offer; see p132 Your third year abroad could take unit options also includes history, you to places such as Moscow, literature and culture.

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Bristol was ranked second for You can study social policy on BSc Social Policy with You will take a compulsory first-year social policy in the Guardian its own as a single honours Study Abroad unit that introduces you to debates University Guide 2020. First degree or in combination with A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) about the meaning and existence taught in 1974, our course is one sociology, politics, criminology or of crime, harm and deviance This four-year course is mostly of the longest-running social management. Social policy is a in contemporary society. In the identical to BSc Social Policy, but policy degrees in the UK. partner in Bristol Q-Step, which is second and third years you will at the end of the second year you part of a national initiative offering select from a range of optional units will have the opportunity to study enhanced skills training in the focusing on contemporary political Study abroad year overseas at one of our partner social sciences. and social issues. institutions. You will be able to take Why study social policy units related to social policy or from at Bristol? BSc Social Policy the broader social sciences, arts BSc Social Policy † † Social policy is a multidisciplinary A-levels ABB (BBC ) IB 32 (29 ) and humanities. You will return to with Management A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) subject focusing on key social Social policy provides an exciting Bristol for your fourth and final year. issues and the ways in which opportunity to critically analyse For details on year abroad This degree looks at how societies societies respond to them. At its contemporary social issues related opportunities visit conceptualise and respond heart is an interest in the social to human wellbeing, inequality, bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. to need. It will equip you with processes and institutions that disadvantage and crime. This the knowledge to succeed in promote wellbeing. course takes an international and management roles, particularly BSc Social Policy comparative perspective in many with organisations that respond Teaching is a mixture of lectures with Criminology units, ensuring social policy is to issues such as poverty and and small-group seminars, and A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) you will undertake independent considered in its global context. inequality, health, drug use, crime This course allows you to specialise and education. The degree will help research with the support of your The first year introduces key in the study of criminology within you to cultivate strengths in critical personal tutor. You will have an concepts and ideologies and a social policy degree. It explores thinking, workload management, opportunity to gain real-world familiarises you with theoretical, the nature, extent and causes of IT skills and research skills. experience working in a range comparative and historical crime, social harm and deviance of organisations that promote analyses. It also develops your Management and social policy in national and international individual and community wellbeing research skills as a social scientist. are fields that draw on a variety contexts, as well as examining the via our work placement unit. of disciplines, so you will have Years two and three allow you to policy responses to them within a a rich and varied choice of You will be taught by academics explore your interests in greater broader conceptual and theoretical topics to study. You will have the who are leaders in their respective depth through a range of optional framework of social policy. opportunity to examine the role fields and whose research informs units which focus on contemporary, The course seeks to address key of international governmental and their teaching, ensuring that you real-world political and social questions such as: What are the non-governmental organisations acquire relevant and up-to-date issues. Students may also choose serious crimes and other social in making, challenging and knowledge in real-world issues. a work placement option in the harms that people experience? implementing policy, drawing on Social policy is an interdisciplinary second year. subject and we have internationally Why do they occur? How effective insights from philosophy, politics recognised expertise in sociology, The final-year dissertation is an is criminal justice in tackling and and psychology. political science, economics, opportunity to choose a topic responding to crimes and social human geography, development for in-depth investigation and harms? What role does or should studies and migration. independent work. social policy play in these debates? FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND LAW bristol.ac.uk/social-policy 123

BSc Social Policy and Politics on wellbeing with sociology’s understanding of the ways in which Single Honours A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) insight into how contemporary social, political and economic BSc Social Policy societies operate. issues are shaped and responded 3 years L400 This course combines social to in different parts of the world. BSc Social Policy with Criminology policy, and its focus on wellbeing, Sociology explores the structures 3 years LM49 with politics and its consideration of societies and how they In the second year, policy BSc Social Policy with Management of power: who exercises it and constitute social patterns. This is making and implementation and 3 years LN42 BSc Social Policy with Study Abroad for whom. There are obvious crucial to our understanding of comparative political economy are 4 years L404 links between these two subject how different groups in society explored in global, national and BSc International Social and areas: politics drives us to think experience wellbeing, as well as local contexts. You will choose from Public Policy about how society should be the dynamics needed to change a range of options in international 3 years L410 BSc International Social and Public organised and how communities patterns of inequality. Social policy policy areas and different regions of Policy with Study Abroad and states interact. In turn, this provides an exciting opportunity the world and have the opportunity 4 years L411 prompts consideration of how to critically analyse contemporary to undertake a work placement. BSc Social Policy with Quantitative wellbeing is unevenly distributed social issues related to human Research Methods p118 Students on the Study Abroad MSci Social Policy with Innovation p86 in contemporary societies and wellbeing, inequality, disadvantage course will spend their third year MSci Social Policy with Quantitative the forms of social organisation and crime. extending and deepening their Research Methods p118 necessary to enhance our lives. You will have the opportunity to knowledge and experience of Joint Honours Politics at Bristol is organised spend half a year studying abroad policy issues, institutions and BSc Social Policy and Politics around three themes: political at a partner university. outcomes in different parts of 3 years LL42 theory, comparative and national the world through study abroad. BSc Social Policy and Sociology 3 years LL43 politics, and international relations. BSc International Social and For details on year abroad You will study the politics of Public Policy / BSc International opportunities visit Academic entry countries and governments and Social and Public Policy with bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. requirements the relationships between For other qualifications including Study Abroad In the final year you will continue to countries, communities and † † English language, see p135. A-levels ABB (BBC ) IB 32 (29 ) study a range of international policy individuals. On this course you Typical standard offer for These multidisciplinary, units and have the opportunity to BSc Social Policy will also have the opportunity international degrees integrate undertake a dissertation. A-levels ABB to spend half a year studying the analysis of government A-levels contextual offer BBC abroad at a partner university. IB Diploma 32 points overall with policy with the understanding 16 at Higher Level of broader global political, BSc Social Policy and Sociology IB Diploma contextual offer 29 points economic and social change overall with 14 at Higher Level A-levels ABB (BBC†) IB 32 (29†) in and across societies. Specific GCSE requirements; see online course finder for details. This joint honours degree explores In the first year you will develop Part-time study available different ways of developing an an understanding of key concepts understanding of crucial issues † and theories of comparative Contextual offer; see p132 within public and social life. It and international social and combines the focus of social policy public policy to enable a deeper

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Consider all aspects of the Sociology is a partner in Bristol on these research skills. You will Single Honours social world, including actions, Q-Step, which is part of a national have the opportunity to spend BSc Sociology structures, beliefs, power and initiative offering enhanced skills half a year studying abroad at 3 years L300 representation, in a department training in the social sciences. a partner university. BSc Sociology with Study Abroad 4 years L301 ranked in the top five nationally Critical thinking, research and data BSc Sociology with Quantitative for sociology. Research Methods p118 management skills acquired in BSc Sociology with BSc Sociology with Quantitative the course are invaluable in many Study Abroad A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) Research Methods with Study Abroad Study abroad year areas of work. Our graduates are p118 in great demand and go on to a This course follows the structure MSci Sociology with Quantitative Research Methods p118 Why study sociology at Bristol? wide range of careers, including of BSc Sociology but with an A sociology degree at Bristol offers publishing, the media, journalism, additional year spent studying Joint Honours you a thorough grounding in the teaching, public relations, social abroad at an English-speaking BSc Sociology and Philosophy subject, as well as opportunities to work and market research. Many university, allowing you to 3 years LV35 specialise in new areas of research others progress to higher degrees experience and study a different BA Theology and Sociology p120 BSc Politics and Sociology p114 conducted by academics at the in subjects including sociology, law culture from a sociological BSc Social Policy and Sociology p122 forefront of the discipline. and teaching. perspective. For details on Academic entry We were ranked fourth in the year abroad opportunities visit requirements UK for sociology in the Guardian BSc Sociology bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) For other qualifications including University Guide 2020. Bristol is English language, see p135. home to prominent sociologists BSc Sociology and Philosophy Sociologists are concerned with † † Typical standard offer for with research strengths including society’s structures, forms of action A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) BSc Sociology consumption, environment, and cultural practices and are This course is equally weighted A-levels AAB including an ethnicity/race, modern slavery, essay-based subject uniquely placed to understand the towards both subjects. Sociology A-levels contextual offer BBB including multiculturalism, gender, family, changes of social life. This course places particular emphasis an essay-based subject migration, theory and culture. provides the support needed on sociological theory and its IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at In our friendly and intellectually for you to develop your own application to real-world concerns, Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level vibrant community, all staff in an essay-based subject sociological imagination. as well as providing an opportunity IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points contribute to teaching on our The structure of year one provides to develop your research skills. You overall with 15 at Higher Level, including 5 undergraduate degrees. at Higher Level in an essay-based subject a solid grounding in sociology, will gain a thorough understanding of philosophy including logic and Specific GCSE requirements; see online Sociology courses at Bristol followed by a greater choice course finder for details. are located within the School of of units linked to staff research critical thinking, epistemology and Sociology, Politics and International interests in subsequent years. metaphysics and a range of other †Contextual offer; see p132 Studies (SPAIS). This gives our There is a strong emphasis on units including ethics and political degrees an international dimension research skills throughout. In your philosophy. You will also have and means you will be part of a final year you will conduct a piece the opportunity to spend half larger group of peers with interests of supervised sociological research a year studying abroad at a in both the social and the political. on a topic of your choice that draws partner university.

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Our Spanish degrees offer an BA Spanish studied from a beginner’s level, Single Honours exceptionally wide range of A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) and Catalan from year two. You BA Spanish cultural options, from Spanish will divide your third year between 4 years R400 This course enables you to and Latin American literature a Portuguese-speaking country BA Hispanic Studies achieve a high level of fluency 4 years RR45 to courses on cinema, history, and Catalonia (for Spanish and and accuracy in modern spoken BA Modern Languages p102 politics and linguistics, all Catalan). For details on year and written Spanish. An array taught by skilled researchers. abroad opportunities visit Joint Honours of imaginative options covers bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. BA Czech and Spanish the histories, literatures and 4 years RR4V Study abroad year cultures of Spain and Latin Our degree covers many aspects BA French and Spanish America, and currently includes of the history, literature and culture 4 years RR14 Why study Spanish at Bristol? BA German and Spanish sports writing, women’s writing of Portugal, Spain and Latin 4 years RR24 At Bristol you have the opportunity and cinema. You will develop a America. Diverse literary and BA Italian and Spanish to achieve an excellent level of thorough understanding of the cultural units enable you to improve 4 years RR34 spoken and written Spanish while rich diversity of culture in Spain your language skills through BA Spanish and Portuguese discovering the society, culture, and the Spanish-speaking world. reading modern representative 4 years RR54 BA Spanish and Russian literature, linguistics and history of texts and engaging with films The highlight of the degree for 4 years RR47 the countries where it is spoken. and digital media. many students is the opportunity BA Comparative Literatures and Our Department of Hispanic, Cultures and Spanish‡ p59 to spend the third year on a study Portuguese and Latin American BA Spanish and a BA English and Spanish p74 or work placement in a Spanish- p77 Studies has an outstanding modern language BA Film and Spanish speaking country. We currently BA History and Spanish p84 reputation and a close student A-levels AAB (BBB†) 34 (31†) have partner universities in Spain, IB BA History of Art and Spanish p85 community. Following a broad Chile, Mexico, Colombia and These joint honours degrees BA International Business grounding in year one, you choose Management and Spanish p88 elsewhere in Latin America. allow you to study Spanish and from a wide and imaginative BA Music and Spanish p103 For details on year abroad range of options to suit your another language, providing a truly BA Philosophy and Spanish p108 opportunities visit interests in years two and four. global cultural experience. You BA Politics and Spanish p114 bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. The department organises many will explore many aspects of the BA Theatre and Spanish p126 LLB Law and Spanish p91 extracurricular activities, including history, literature and culture of the ‡Subject to approval an annual Semana Cultural which BA Hispanic Studies languages studied and acquire † † features music, plays, talks, A-levels AAB (BBB ) IB 34 (31 ) advanced fluency and competence Academic entry in both. You will divide your third readings and seminars. With interactive language learning requirements year between Spanish-speaking in Spanish, Portuguese and For other qualifications including Modern languages graduates are countries and a country relevant English language, see p135. Catalan and a diverse range of attractive to many international to your other language. Typical standard offer for BA Spanish units covering history, literature employers who value fluency in a A-levels AAB including Spanish language and knowledge of foreign and cinema, Bristol’s BA Hispanic A-levels contextual offer BBB institutions and customs. You will Studies will give you a global including Spanish IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at develop skills in organisation, time perspective on the cultures of hundreds of millions of people. You Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level management and independent in Spanish learning, which are highly useful can combine the study of Spanish IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points with Portuguese, which can be overall with 15 at Higher Level, including to all employers. 5 at Higher Level in Spanish Part-time study available Find out more: bristol.ac.uk/ug21-spanish †Contextual offer; see p132 FACULTY OF ARTS 126 bristol.ac.uk/theatre Theatre

We were the first UK university choose from a range of options BA Theatre and Film Single Honours to offer a theatre studies that will deepen your analytical, A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) BA Theatre and Performance Studies degree, and our alumni include critical and historical expertise 3 years 2Q3W This degree combines historical renowned playwrights, actors and practical skills. Your degree MArts Theatre with Innovation p86 and theoretical study with and directors. culminates in an independent practice-based investigations Joint Honours study project. This could be a of theatre, film and television. BA Theatre and English Study abroad year group or individual performance, 3 years 4CC8 The first year will introduce you to dissertation, extended essay or BA Theatre and Film analysing performance in a wide 3 years 4KDU industrial placement. We have Why study theatre at Bristol? range of forms, and to practical BA Theatre and French strong links with the creative Theatre and performance production skills in theatre and film. 4 years W43F industries, and placement BA Theatre and German studies at Bristol are characterised In subsequent years you can partners have included the 4 years 21C7 by the way we blend historical choose units exploring significant , MAYK, In Between BA Theatre and Italian and theoretical study with historical movements, contemporary 4 years 22FF Time and Shakespeare at the practice-based investigations. practices and theoretical concepts. BA Theatre and Portuguese . 4 years R2D8 You will study historical contexts, Your independent study project BA Theatre and Spanish consider critical perspectives and could be a group or individual 4 years 4D8C engage in practice-based activities BA Theatre and English performance, a short film, a † † using our two in-house theatres A-levels AAA (ABB ) IB 36 (32 ) dissertation, an extended essay Academic entry requirements for your presentations. Facilities In your first year you will learn or an industrial placement. include the professionally equipped For other qualifications including how to analyse performance and English language, see p135. , 24-hour develop practical skills in theatre. BA Theatre and a Typical standard offer for BA Theatre rehearsal space, sound and design In your second and third years you modern language and Performance Studies studios and a costume workshop. will choose options that deepen A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) A-levels AAB There are opportunities to engage your critical and practical expertise, A-levels contextual offer BBB Alongside a structured language with professional theatre makers culminating in independent study, IB Diploma 34 points overall with 17 at course, you will build your practical Higher Level and our museum-accredited a group or individual theatre skills and explore critical and IB Diploma contextual offer 31 points archive, the Theatre Collection. performance, a dissertation, overall with 15 at Higher Level historical frameworks through an extended essay and/or an literature, history, thought, politics, † BA Theatre and industrial placement. Contextual offer; see p132 linguistics and culture. You will spend Performance Studies For English you will study a broad your third year abroad, extending A-levels AAB (BBB†) IB 34 (31†) range of literature from the medieval your language skills and cultural In your first year you will learn how period to the present day. This will knowledge. For details on year to analyse performance and plays include the close, analytical study abroad opportunities visit while developing skills in a range of of poetry, fiction and drama, and bristol.ac.uk/go-abroad. performance practices, including critical and theoretical approaches In your final year in Bristol, you theatre design, lighting, costume to studying literature. can undertake an independent and production. You can then practical or written research project and/or a work placement in the creative industries.

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Our courses provide hands-on BSc Veterinary Nursing and BSc Veterinary Nursing and Single Honours experience at our on-site, Bioveterinary Science Companion Animal Behaviour BSc Veterinary Nursing and state-of-the-art animal A-levels BBC IB 29 A-levels BBC IB 29 Bioveterinary Science 4 years DC37 hospital alongside a solid This course gives you an in-depth This exciting course is the only BSc Veterinary Nursing and professional and scientific understanding of One Health UK veterinary nursing degree to Companion Animal Behaviour grounding, leading to direct 4 years D313 approaches to human, animal and be provisionally validated by the entry to the RCVS Register environment welfare, enhancing Association for the Study of Animal Academic entry of Veterinary Nurses. employability across both clinical Behaviour (ASAB) as fulfilling requirements and non-clinical roles. the academic requirements for For other qualifications including Industry placement accreditation as a Certificated English language, see p135. In years one and two, you will Clinical Animal Behaviourist.* Typical standard offer for study the essential concepts of BSc Veterinary Nursing and Why study veterinary nursing anatomical science, body function The first year covers fundamental Bioveterinary Science at Bristol? A-levels BBC including BB in Biology and pre-clinical science, providing concepts of anatomical science, Our RCVS-accredited courses and Chemistry a solid foundation from which to body function and pre-clinical will equip you with the skills and IB Diploma 29 points overall with 14 at learn veterinary anatomy, surgical science, and principles and Higher Level, including 5, 5 at Higher knowledge for a range of clinical nursing, theatre practice, medical practice of veterinary nursing. Level in Biology and Chemistry environments and careers. Specific GCSE requirements; see online nursing, diagnostics and The second year builds on course finder for details. With teaching across our vibrant therapeutics. You can select two the basic sciences through Typical standard offer for main city campus and our rural optional units, which currently classroom-based study in BSc Veterinary Nursing and Langford campus, you’ll experience include Neurophysiology, Infection veterinary anatomy, and you will Companion Animal Behaviour A-levels BBC including BB in Biology and Bristol culture as well as benefiting and Immunity, Integrative cover subjects including surgical another science-related subject from our fully equipped on-site Physiology, and Cellular and nursing and theatre practice, IB Diploma 29 points overall facilities. Teaching is delivered by Molecular Pathology. In year three medical nursing, diagnostics and with 14 at Higher Level, including 5, 5 at Higher Level in Biology and in another experts active in both clinic and you will rotate around different therapeutics, and companion science-related subject research. Our degrees include speciality areas within our on-site animal behaviour. You will spend Specific GCSE requirements; see online clinical practice rotations at referral hospital, as well as ten weeks in clinical practice during course finder for details. one of the highest-level animal spending time in first-opinion the vacation in years one and two. referral hospitals in the UK, practice. Your final year will include Your third-year clinical placement located on campus. applied nursing and bioveterinary includes time spent observing Graduates can choose from a science and a dissertation clinical behaviour cases. You will variety of career paths, including supervised by subject experts. return to the University for your nursing in general veterinary final year, which includes applied practice or specialist veterinary nursing and clinical behaviour and referral hospitals, as well as careers a ten-week research project. in veterinary schools or within the *Launched in 2018, this course is business sector. Some graduates undergoing the normal process for also undertake further studies. validation with ASAB. Full validation is expected in 2020 and should apply to all graduates of the course.

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Taught at our Bristol city to intercalate onto another science BVSc Veterinary Science BVSc Veterinary Science: campus and in the rural setting course between years three and A-levels AAA or A*AB (AAC† or Accelerated Graduate Entry of the Bristol Veterinary School four. It is a requirement of the Royal A*BC†) IB 36 (32†) The Bristol graduate entry at Langford, our degrees offer College of Veterinary Surgeons BVSc is an accelerated, Our modern curriculum introduces access to state-of-the-art that all UK veterinary students four-year veterinary degree. you to the integrated structure and facilities and teaching informed undertake 38 weeks of extramural The first two years are delivered function of healthy animals, and by our cutting-edge research. studies on farms and in veterinary primarily through case-based, the mechanisms of disease and establishments. Bristol has a tutor-facilitated, small-group their clinical management. Themes Industry placement network of placements to help you teaching and learning. This running throughout the course find the experiences you need. is a distinctive, student-led instil the importance of professional approach that sets this course Why study veterinary science Bristol is accredited by the skills, animal health and welfare, apart from other graduate entry at Bristol? American Veterinary Medical and veterinary public health. programmes in the UK. Bristol is a world-class university Association (AVMA), reflecting For the first three years you will in a creative, dynamic city that our position as a world leader in In the first and second years of be based at the main university offers an outstanding student teaching and student experience. the course you will study the campus in Clifton, with at least one experience. You will combine this Alongside the Vet School’s integrated structure and function day a week spent at the clinical city experience with time in the other accreditations, the AVMA of animals, principles of disease, campus in Langford. Years four rural setting of the friendly, accreditation means that graduates clinical veterinary science and and five are taught at the Langford supportive Langford campus, of our veterinary courses have the professional studies. This is campus, with an extended final where you will be taught in modern opportunity to practise in multiple taught via case-based learning clinical year. clinical on-site facilities. These countries around the world.* complemented by lectures and include new small-animal and practicals. Years three and four Veterinary science graduates equine hospitals and a recently will integrate with the final two are well prepared for a variety refurbished dairy farm. years of our five-year BVSc of careers in the veterinary field Veterinary Science degree. Bristol’s training strengths include worldwide. Most graduates are farm animal science, animal employed in UK general practice Applicants must have a First or welfare and veterinary public but many undergo further specialist Upper Second Class degree in health, reflecting the importance veterinary training, have careers a specified science subject. For of vets to the Global and One in academia or work overseas. full entry requirements, including Health agendas. Veterinary scientists are also accepted subjects, please visit Because they have studied employed in the biomedical bristol.ac.uk/ug21-vetscience. the underpinning science, research industry, and there are Bristol graduates are adept as job opportunities in government problem solvers, innovators and agencies, the Royal Army Veterinary entrepreneurs. Around a fifth of Corps and animal charities. our students take the opportunity *Visit bristol.ac.uk/vetscience/about/ accreditation for details. FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES bristol.ac.uk/vetscience 129

BVSc Gateway to Single Honours Veterinary Science BVSc Veterinary Science A-levels BBC IB 29 5 years D100 BVSc Veterinary Science: This course is aimed at students Accelerated Graduate Entry who have the potential to become 4 years D102 BVSc Gateway to Veterinary Science vets but do not meet the academic 6 years D108 entry criteria to apply directly to The closing date for Veterinary Science our five-year BVSc Veterinary UCAS applications is 15 October. Science course. It is a widening Academic entry participation initiative for UK requirements students who fulfil specific criteria. For other qualifications including The Gateway course will develop English language, see p135. Typical standard offer for your interest in, and knowledge BVSc Veterinary Science and understanding of, the basic A-levels AAA or A*AB, including sciences that underpin veterinary Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or science. It will foster professional Mathematics. Graduates are required to obtain a 2:1 in their degree and BBB behaviours and attitudes. at A-level including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics. Additional veterinary and related A-levels contextual offer AAC or A*BC, animal work experience will form including Chemistry and one of Biology, part of the course. Successful Physics or Mathematics completion of this Gateway course IB Diploma 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher will enable you to join BVSc Level in Chemistry and one of Biology, Veterinary Science. Physics or Mathematics IB Diploma contextual offer 32 points To find out if you are eligible, overall with 16 at Higher Level, including please go to bristol.ac.uk/ 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics ug21-vetscience. or Mathematics Specific GCSE requirements; see online course finder for details.

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Your student journey How to apply Deadline dates The University accepts applications through The closing date for all applications to is about to begin. From UCAS: www..com. You can submit your medicine, dentistry and veterinary science exploring the University application via UCAS from mid-September is 15 October. No more than four out of your 2020. You can apply to up to five universities five choices can be used for these courses. online and at our open days but we will not know to which other courses However, you can apply for a fifth course to receiving an offer, there or universities you have applied. in a different subject without prejudicing your commitment to medicine, dentistry or Your application should include details of your veterinary science. The main UCAS application are several key stages in completed qualifications and those still in deadline for other courses is 15 January and your journey to becoming a progress with predicted grades. You will have applications received by this date will be to write a personal statement and provide a given equal consideration. Some courses University of Bristol student. reference from a teacher or someone else may continue to accept applications after who knows you well, preferably from an that date until the final deadline of 30 June. academic setting.

Research Choose Get a sense of living and studying in Visit our online course finder for more Bristol at our open days in June and information about course structure September or via our online virtual and detailed entry requirements. tours: bristol.ac.uk/opendays. bristol.ac.uk/ug-apply 12 FURTHER INFORMATION APPLYING 131

Other ways to apply Part-time and direct entry courses UCAS offers alternative application schemes Our part-time degrees, International if you want to apply after the main scheme Foundation Programmes and Foundation UCAS institution deadlines have passed. UCAS Extra opens in Arts and Social Sciences (CertHE) require code: BRISL B78 from February and UCAS Clearing opens you to apply directly to the University. For from July: www.ucas.com. further information and an application form, please visit the online course finder at Deferred entry bristol.ac.uk/ug-study From September 2020 you can apply for courses starting in September 2021 or for deferred entry to courses starting in September 2022. Term dates are published at bristol.ac.uk/university/dates.

Apply Offers Decision UCAS opens in mid-September. We will assess your application If we make you an offer, you can in line with our policies and visit us and find out more before procedures and aim to make making your decision. a decision within five weeks.

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We welcome applications Assessing your application Making you an offer We will assess your application in line If you are still studying the qualifications that from students of all with our admissions policies and procedures your application is based on, we will make you backgrounds, ages and the admissions statement for the a conditional offer to achieve specified grades. course. This will usually include assessing This will normally be the typical offer listed on and nationalities. your A-level (or equivalent) predicted or the online course finder or an equivalent level achieved grades and GCSE (or equivalent) in whatever qualification you are studying. grades. We may also assess your personal If you are applying with completed statement, an external test score, additional qualifications and have already achieved the written work or an interview. qualifications we require, we will make you an You can view our admissions policies online unconditional offer. at bristol.ac.uk/applicants/policies. Contextual offers Each online course page includes a As part of our commitment to the UK national link to its admissions statement or agenda on widening participation, we consider you can find them all in one place at the educational context in which your grades bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/ have been achieved and may make you a apply/admissions-statements. contextual offer if you meet specific criteria. If you are eligible for a contextual offer, your offer will be at the published typical contextual offer level, which is usually two grades lower than the standard offer. More information, including a list of eligible schools, is available at bristol.ac.uk/contextual-offers.

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Considering your offer Confirming your place When we make you an offer we will invite you If you have an unconditional offer, you to the University for a visit day, where you can confirm your place by making us your can tour your department, ask questions and firm choice. explore in detail what it might be like to study If your offer is conditional, we need to receive at Bristol: bristol.ac.uk/visit-days. your results and make sure you have met the From the offers you receive you can make terms of your offer before we can confirm a firm and insurance choice. By making a your place. university your firm choice you are committed We receive results for many UK qualifications, to going to that university and that university such as A-levels, directly from the exam is committed to accepting you if you meet the boards via UCAS. If we will not receive your terms of your offer. Your insurance choice is results automatically, you will need to send intended to be your backup option. For more copies of your results to us, including official information about making your choices visit English translations if your results are not www.ucas.com. provided in English. When we make an offer we will also send We are only able to guarantee confirmed you all the information you need about places to applicants who meet or exceed the University to consider your choices, the terms of their offer. However, each year including our Student Agreement. Please we accept a number of applicants who have read this information carefully before narrowly missed the terms of their offer but making your decisions. who we are confident will still do well at Bristol.

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Bristol accepts a wide range Typical offers and other qualifications Specific science, core science, Each subject entry in this prospectus lists the mathematics and essay-based subjects of applicants with diverse typical offer for applicants taking A-levels and Where course entry requirements include qualifications from the the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in specific subjects or subjects from a specified the entry requirements panel. group such as core sciences, these will be UK and around the world. detailed in our online course finder and within We list typical offer information for some the course’s admissions statement online. Detailed information about other qualifications online, including UK qualifications such as the Welsh International qualifications course content and entry Baccalaureate, Cambridge Pre-U principal We welcome applications from international subjects, SQA Highers and Advanced Highers, qualifications is available in students and accept a wide range of BTEC Extended Diploma and Access to qualifications. For information about accepted our online course finder at HE Diploma. Visit the online course finder international qualifications, please visit our to view detailed entry requirements: bristol.ac.uk/ug-study. international web pages at bristol.ac.uk/ bristol.ac.uk/ug-study. international/countries or contact our Details of the University’s policies regarding Enquiries team. UK qualifications, including A-levels and GCSEs, are available online at bristol.ac.uk/14-19qualifications.

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English language Literacy and numeracy requirements Under-18 applicants We require all applicants to meet particular Some courses require a specific level of Although most students at the University language requirements in spoken and written literacy and numeracy skills. Typically, these are over the age of 18, we welcome younger English to ensure that you benefit fully from will be set at GCSE level or equivalent but applicants with the ability to thrive here. your degree studies. If English is not your first we accept a range of qualifications that meet However, under-18s living in England are language, we will need clear evidence that you these requirements. considered by law to be children, which have an acceptable standard of English. means that we have additional responsibilities For more information visit bristol.ac.uk/ towards younger students. You can find our For more information visit bristol.ac.uk/ study/undergraduate/entry-requirements- under-18s policy online at bristol.ac.uk/ ug-language-requirements. qualifications/gcse. study/undergraduate/after-you-apply/ For details of English language requirements Mature applicants your-application/under-18s. for specific courses, please refer to the We welcome applications from mature course entry in the online course finder: Deferred entry students and will take into account a range of bristol.ac.uk/ug-study. Most courses will consider your application vocational qualifications and occupational and if you wish to take a year away from formal The University’s Centre for Academic life experiences, as well as more traditional education after completing your qualifications. Language and Development offers a range qualifications. If you have had a gap of some If your course does not accept deferrals or of courses to help students improve their time since your last study or if you do not have requires certain conditions for deferral this will level of English; find out more at traditional qualifications, we may ask you for be detailed on the online course finder. bristol.ac.uk/academic-language. evidence of recent academic study and invite you to attend an interview. Intercalated degrees We welcome students from other universities who are looking to intercalate at Bristol. For more information and a list of available courses visit bristol.ac.uk/intercalate.

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Typical offers: Course index Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg code Length (ctx) (ctx) no Typical offers: BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg BSc Biology C100 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 44 code Length (ctx) (ctx) no BSc Plant Sciences C201 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 44 ACCOUNTING BSc Zoology C300 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 44 BSc Accounting and Finance NN43 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 MSci Biology C103 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 44 BSc Accounting and Finance † 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 MSci Plant Sciences C203 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 44 with Professional Placement MSci Zoology C303 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 44 BSc Accounting and Finance NN46 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES with Study Abroad BSc Biomedical Sciences B900 3 years AAA AAC 36 32 45 BSc Accounting and Management NN42 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR MEDICINE BSc Accounting and Management † 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 BSc Cancer Biology B131 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 46 with Professional Placement and Immunology BSc Accounting and Management NN45 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 BSc Cancer Biology and † 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 46 with Study Abroad Immunology with Study in Industry BSc Economics and Accounting LN14 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 BSc Cellular and B130 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 46 BSc Economics and Accounting † 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 Molecular Medicine with Professional Placement BSc Cellular and Molecular † 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 46 BSc Economics and Accounting LN16 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 Medicine with Study in Industry with Study Abroad BSc Medical Microbiology C521 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 46 BSc Finance N300 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 BSc Medical Microbiology † 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 46 AEROSPACE ENGINEERING with Study in Industry BEng Aerospace Engineering H405 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 37 BSc Virology and Immunology C540 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 46 MEng Aerospace Engineering H410 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 37 BSc Virology and Immunology † 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 46 MEng Aerospace Engineering † 5 years A*AA AAB 38 34 37 with Study in Industry with a Year in Industry MSci Cancer Biology B132 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 46 MEng Aerospace Engineering † 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 37 and Immunology‡ with Study Abroad MSci Cellular and B133 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 46 MEng Aerospace Engineering H401 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 37 Molecular Medicine‡ with Study in Continental Europe MSci Medical Microbiology‡ C522 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 46 ANCIENT HISTORY MSci Virology and Immunology‡ C541 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 46 BA Ancient History V110 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 38 CHEMICAL PHYSICS ANTHROPOLOGY AND ARCHAEOLOGY BSc Chemical Physics F320 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 48 BA Anthropology XD49 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 39 MSci Chemical Physics F322 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 48 BA Archaeology and Anthropology VL46 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 39 MSci Chemical Physics F323 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 48 APPLIED ANATOMY with Industrial Experience BSc Applied Anatomy B112 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 40 CHEMISTRY ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES, FOUNDATION IN BSc Chemistry F100 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 50 Foundation in Arts and Social †† 1 year See bristol.ac.uk/ 41 BSc Chemistry with a F108 4 years See bristol.ac.uk/ 50 Sciences (Cert HE) ug21-FYASS Preliminary Year of Study ug21-chemistry BIOCHEMISTRY BSc Chemistry with F130 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 52 BSc Biochemistry C700 3 years AAA AAC 36 32 42 Scientific Computing BSc Biochemistry with C720 3 years AAA AAC 36 32 42 MSci Chemistry F103 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 50 Medical Biochemistry MSci Chemistry with F105 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 50 BSc Biochemistry with Molecular C790 3 years AAA AAC 36 32 42 Industrial Experience Biology and Biotechnology MSci Chemistry with F131 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 52 BSc Biochemistry with Study † 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 42 Scientific Computing in Industry MSci Chemistry with Study Abroad F107 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 50 MSci Biochemistry C701 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 42 MSci Chemistry with Study in F104 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 50 MSci Biochemistry with C721 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 42 Continental Europe Medical Biochemistry MSci Biochemistry with Molecular C791 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 42 Biology and Biotechnology bristol.ac.uk/ug-study COURSES A-Z COURSE INDEX 137

Typical offers: Typical offers: Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg code Length (ctx) (ctx) no code Length (ctx) (ctx) no CHEMISTRY WITH SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING MEng Computer Science G403 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 60 BSc Chemistry with F130 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 52 MEng Computer Science GH46 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 Scientific Computing and Electronics MSci Chemistry with F131 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 52 MEng Computer Science and GH4P 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 Scientific Computing Electronics with Study Abroad CHILDHOOD STUDIES MEng Computer Science † 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 60 BSc Childhood Studies L520 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 53 with Study Abroad BSc Childhood Studies L524 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 53 MEng Computer Science with G401 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 60 with Management Study in Continental Europe BSc Childhood Studies L525 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 53 MEng Computer Science G404 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 86 with Study Abroad with Innovation BSc Childhood Studies with L522 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 MEng Mathematics GG1K 4 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 60 Quantitative Research Methods and Computer Science MSci Childhood Studies L526 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 86 CRIMINOLOGY with Innovation BSc Criminology M900 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 62 MSci Childhood Studies with L523 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 BSc Criminology with M902 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 Quantitative Research Methods Quantitative Research Methods CIVIL ENGINEERING BSc Criminology M901 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 62 BEng Civil Engineering H205 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 54 with Study Abroad MEng Civil Engineering H200 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 54 BSc Social Policy with Criminology LM49 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 122 MEng Civil Engineering † 5 years A*AA AAB 38 34 54 MSci Criminology with M903 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 a Year in Industry Quantitative Research Methods MEng Civil Engineering † 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 54 CZECH with Study Abroad BA Comparative Literatures QR44 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 MEng Civil Engineering H201 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 54 and Cultures with Czech‡ with Study in Continental Europe BA Czech and French RR1V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 63 CLASSICAL STUDIES BA Czech and German RR2V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 63 BA Classical Studies Q810 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 56 BA Czech and Italian RR3V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 63 CLASSICS BA Czech and Portuguese RR5V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 63 BA Classics Q800 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 57 BA Czech and Russian R701 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 63 COMPARATIVE LITERATURES AND CULTURES BA Czech and Spanish RR4V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 63 BA Comparative Literatures Q200 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 BA English and Czech QR3V 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 and Cultures‡ BA History and Czech VR1V 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 BA Comparative Literatures QR44 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 BA Music and Czech WR3V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 ‡ and Cultures and Czech DENTAL HYGIENE AND THERAPY BA Comparative Literatures QR38 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 BSc Dental Hygiene and Therapy B750 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 64 and Cultures and French‡ DENTISTRY BA Comparative Literatures QR40 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 BDS Dentistry A206 5 years AAA AAC 36 32 65 and Cultures and German‡ BDS Gateway to Dentistry A208 6 years BBC 29 65 BA Comparative Literatures QR41 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 and Cultures and Italian‡ ECONOMICS BA Comparative Literatures QR42 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 BSc Economics L100 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 66 and Cultures and Portuguese‡ BSc Economics and Accounting LN14 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 BA Comparative Literatures QR39 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 BSc Economics and Accounting † 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 and Cultures and Spanish‡ with Professional Placement BA Comparative Literatures QR43 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 BSc Economics and Accounting LN16 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 and Cultures and Russian‡ with Study Abroad COMPUTER SCIENCE BSc Economics and Econometrics L140 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 66 BEng Computer Science GH45 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 BSc Economics and Econometrics L142 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 66 and Electronics with Study Abroad BSc Computer Science G400 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 60 BSc Economics and Finance LN13 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 66 BSc Mathematics and GG14 3 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 60 BSc Economics and Finance LN15 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 66 Computer Science with Study Abroad

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Typical offers: Typical offers: Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg code Length (ctx) (ctx) no code Length (ctx) (ctx) no BSc Economics and Management LN12 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 94 MEng Engineering Mathematics G160 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 73 BSc Economics and Management LN17 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 94 with Study Abroad with Study Abroad MEng Engineering Mathematics † 5 years AAA ABB 36 32 73 BSc Economics and Mathematics LG11 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 66 with a Year in Industry BSc Economics and Politics LL12 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 66 ENGLISH BSc Economics and Politics LL14 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 66 BA English Q300 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 with Study Abroad BA English and Classical Studies QQ38 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 BSc Economics with Study Abroad L105 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 66 BA English and Czech QR3V 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 BSc Economics with Study L101 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 66 BA English and French QR31 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 in Continental Europe BA English and German QR32 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 BSc Philosophy and Economics VL51 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 108 BA English and History QV31 3 years AAA AAC 36 32 74 BSc Philosophy and Economics VL54 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 108 BA English and Italian QR33 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 with Study Abroad BA English and Philosophy QV35 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 MSci Economics with Innovation L104 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 86 BA English and Portuguese QR35 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 EDUCATION BA English and Russian QR37 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 BSc Education Studies X300 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 69 BA English and Spanish QR34 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 BSc Education Studies X304 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 69 BA English Literature and †† 6 years See bristol.ac.uk/ug21-elce 74 with Study Abroad Community Engagement BSc Psychology in Education X301 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 69 BA Film and English 6T3X 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 77 BSc Psychology in Education X305 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 69 BA Theatre and English 4CC8 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 126 with Study Abroad ENVIRONMENTAL GEOSCIENCE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING BSc Environmental Geoscience F640 3 years AAB ABC 34 31 76 BEng Computer Science GH45 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 MSci Environmental Geoscience F641 4 years AAB ABC 34 31 76 and Electronics MSci Environmental Geoscience F644 4 years AAB ABC 34 31 76 BEng Electrical and H600 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 with Study Abroad Electronic Engineering FILM BEng Mechanical and H361 3 years AAA AAC 36 32 70 Electrical Engineering BA Film and English 6T3X 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 77 MEng Computer Science GH46 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 BA Film and French 2LK6 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 and Electronics BA Film and German 4F29 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 MEng Computer Science and GH4P 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 BA Film and Italian 4L92 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 Electronics with Study Abroad BA Film and Portuguese 4PP8 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 MEng Electrical and H606 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 BA Film and Spanish L288 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 Electronic Engineering BA Film and Television 4M5N 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 MEng Electrical and Electronic H604 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 86 BA Theatre and Film 4KDU 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 Engineering with Innovation MArts Film and Television 4M50 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 86 MEng Electrical and Electronic † 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 with Innovation Engineering with Study Abroad FRENCH MEng Electrical and Electronic H605 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 BA Comparative Literatures QR38 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 Engineering with Study in and Cultures and French‡ Continental Europe BA Czech and French RR1V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 78 MEng Electrical and Electronic † 5 years AAA ABB 36 32 70 BA English and French QR31 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 Engineering with a Year in Industry BA Film and French 2LK6 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 MEng Mechanical and H360 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 70 Electrical Engineering BA French R100 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 78 MEng Mechanical and Electrical † 5 years AAA AAC 36 32 70 BA French and German RR12 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 78 Engineering with a Year in Industry BA French and Italian RR13 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 78 ENGINEERING DESIGN BA French and Portuguese RR15 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 78 MEng Engineering Design H150 5 years A*AA AAB 38 34 72 BA French and Russian RR17 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 78 with Study in Industry BA French and Spanish RR14 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 78 ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS BA History and French VR11 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 BEng Engineering Mathematics G162 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 73 BA History of Art and French VR31 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 MEng Engineering Mathematics G161 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 73 bristol.ac.uk/ug-study COURSES A-Z COURSE INDEX 139

Typical offers: Typical offers: Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg code Length (ctx) (ctx) no code Length (ctx) (ctx) no BA International Business NR11 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 HISTORY Management and French BA Ancient History V110 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 38 BA Music and French WR31 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 BA English and History QV31 3 years AAA AAC 36 32 74 BA Philosophy and French RV15 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 BA History V100 3 years AAA AAB 36 32 84 BA Politics and French RL12 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 BA History and Czech VR1V 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 BA Theatre and French W43F 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 BA History and French VR11 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 LLB Law and French MR11 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 91 BA History and German VR12 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 GEOGRAPHY BA History and Italian VR13 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 BSc Geography F800 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 79 BA History and Portuguese VR15 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 BSc Geography with Quantitative F802 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 118 BA History and Russian VR17 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 Research Methods BA History and Spanish VR14 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 BSc Geography with Study Abroad 09F4 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 79 MArts History with Innovation V104 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 86 BSc Geography with Study in F801 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 79 HISTORY OF ART Continental Europe BA History of Art V350 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 MSci Geography with Innovation F805 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 86 BA History of Art and French VR31 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 MSci Geography with Quantitative F804 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 118 BA History of Art and German VR32 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 Research Methods BA History of Art and Italian VR33 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 GEOLOGY BA History of Art and Portuguese VR35 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 BSc Geology F600 3 years AAB ABC 34 31 80 BA History of Art and Russian VR37 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 MSci Geology F603 4 years AAB ABC 34 31 80 BA History of Art and Spanish VR34 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 MSci Geology with Study Abroad F609 4 years AAB ABC 34 31 80 INNOVATION GEOPHYSICS MArts Anthropology XD50 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 86 BSc Geophysics F661 3 years AAB ABC 34 31 81 with Innovation MSci Geophysics F662 4 years AAB ABC 34 31 81 MArts Film and Television 4M50 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 86 MSci Geophysics F663 4 years AAB ABC 34 31 81 with Innovation with Study Abroad MArts History with Innovation V104 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 86 GERMAN MArts Music with Innovation W304 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 86 BA Comparative Literatures QR39 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 MArts Theatre with Innovation 2Q50 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 86 and Cultures and German‡ MEng Computer Science G404 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 86 BA Czech and German RR2V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 83 with Innovation BA English and German QR32 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 MEng Electrical and Electronic H604 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 86 BA French and German RR12 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 83 Engineering with Innovation BA German R200 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 83 MSci Childhood Studies L526 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 86 BA German and Italian RR23 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 83 with Innovation BA German and Portuguese RR25 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 83 MSci Economics with Innovation L104 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 86 BA German and Russian RR27 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 83 MSci Geography with Innovation F805 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 86 BA German and Spanish RR24 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 83 MSci Management with Innovation N204 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 86 BA Film and German 4F29 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 MSci Physics with Innovation F306 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 86 BA History and German VR12 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 MSci Psychology with Innovation C804 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 86 BA History of Art and German VR32 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 MSci Social Policy with Innovation L405 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 86 BA International Business NR12 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Management and German BA International Business NR11 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 BA Music and German WR32 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 Management and French BA Philosophy and German RV25 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 BA International Business NR12 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 BA Politics and German RL22 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 Management and German BA Theatre and German 21C7 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 BA International Business NR14 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 LLB Law and German MR12 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 91 Management and Spanish HISPANIC STUDIES (SPANISH, PORTUGUESE, CATALAN) BSc International N120 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 BA Hispanic Studies RR45 AAB BBB 34 31 116 Business Management BSc International Business N121 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 Management with Study Abroad

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Typical offers: Typical offers: Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg code Length (ctx) (ctx) no code Length (ctx) (ctx) no INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS) BSc Accounting and Management NN45 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 International Foundation †† See bristol.ac.uk/ 89 with Study Abroad Programme (Arts and Humanities) ug21-internationalfoundation BSc Childhood Studies L524 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 53 International Foundation †† See bristol.ac.uk/ 89 with Management Programme (Medicine ug21-internationalfoundation BSc Economics and Management LN12 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 94 and Dentistry) BSc Economics and Management LN17 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 94 International Foundation †† See bristol.ac.uk/ 89 with Study Abroad Programme (Science, Technology, ug21-internationalfoundation BSc International N120 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 Engineering and Mathematics) Business Management International Foundation †† See bristol.ac.uk/ 89 BSc International Business N121 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 Programme (Social ug21-internationalfoundation Management with Study Abroad Sciences and Law) BSc Management N200 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 94 ITALIAN BSc Management with N201 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 94 BA Comparative Literatures QR41 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 Study Abroad ‡ and Cultures and Italian BSc Management with 4H56 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 94 BA Czech and Italian RR3V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 90 Study in Continental Europe BA English and Italian QR33 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 BSc Social Policy LN42 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 122 BA Film and Italian 4L92 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 with Management BA French and Italian RR13 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 90 MSci Management with Innovation N204 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 86 BA German and Italian RR23 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 90 MARKETING BA History and Italian VR13 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 BSc Marketing N500 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 97 BA History of Art and Italian VR33 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 BSc Marketing with Study Abroad N504 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 97 BA Italian R310 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 90 BSc Marketing with Study in N501 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 97 BA Italian and Portuguese RR35 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 90 Continental Europe BA Italian and Russian RR37 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 90 MATHEMATICS BA Italian and Spanish RR34 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 90 BSc Economics and Mathematics LG11 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 66 BA Music and Italian WR33 4 years AAB BBB 31 29 103 BSc Mathematics G100 3 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 98 BA Philosophy and Italian RV35 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 BSc Mathematics and GG14 3 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 60 BA Politics and Italian RL32 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 Computer Science BA Theatre and Italian 22FF 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 BSc Mathematics and Philosophy VG51 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 98 LAW BSc Mathematics and Physics GFD3 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 98 LLB Law M100 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 91 BSc Mathematics with Statistics G1G3 3 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 98 LLB Law and French MR11 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 91 BSc Mathematics with Statistics G1G4 3 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 98 for Finance LLB Law and German MR12 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 91 BSc Mathematics with G101 4 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 98 LLB Law and Spanish MR13 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 91 Study in Continental Europe LLB Law with Study Abroad † 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 91 MEng Mathematics and GG1K 4 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 60 LLB Law with Study † 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 91 Computer Science in Continental Europe MSci Mathematics G103 4 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 98 LIBERAL ARTS MSci Mathematics and Philosophy GV15 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 98 BA Liberal Arts 2ZB7 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 93 MSci Mathematics and Physics GFC3 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 98 MLibArts Liberal Arts 2T23 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 93 MSci Mathematics with Statistics G1GH 4 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 98 with Study Abroad MSci Mathematics with G105 4 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 98 MANAGEMENT Study Abroad BA International Business NR11 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 MSci Mathematics with G104 4 years A*A*A AAA 40 36 98 Management and French Study in Continental Europe BA International Business NR12 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Management and German BEng Mechanical Engineering H305 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 100 BA International Business NR14 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 Management and Spanish BEng Mechanical and H361 3 years AAA AAC 36 32 70 Electrical Engineering BSc Accounting and Management NN42 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 MEng Mechanical Engineering H300 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 100 BSc Accounting and Management † 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 34 with Professional Placement bristol.ac.uk/ug-study COURSES A-Z COURSE INDEX 141

Typical offers: Typical offers: Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg code Length (ctx) (ctx) no code Length (ctx) (ctx) no MEng Mechanical Engineering † 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 100 BA Philosophy and Italian RV35 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 with Study Abroad BA Philosophy and Portuguese RV55 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 MEng Mechanical Engineering H301 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 100 BA Philosophy and Russian RV75 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 with Study in Continental Europe BA Philosophy and Spanish RV45 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 MEng Mechanical Engineering † 5 years A*AA AAB 38 34 100 BA Philosophy and Theology VV56 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 108 with a Year in Industry BSc Mathematics and Philosophy VG51 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 98 MEng Mechanical and H360 4 years AAA AAC 36 32 70 BSc Philosophy and Economics VL51 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 108 Electrical Engineering BSc Philosophy and Economics VL51 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 108 MEng Mechanical and Electrical † 5 years AAA AAC 36 32 70 with Study Abroad Engineering with a Year in Industry BSc Philosophy and Politics VL52 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 114 MEDICINE BSc Physics and Philosophy FV35 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 International Foundation †† See bristol.ac.uk/ug21- 89 Programme for Medicine internationalfoundation BSc Sociology and Philosophy LV35 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 124 and Dentistry MSci Mathematics and Philosophy GV15 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 96 MB ChB Gateway to Medicine A108 6 years BBC 29 101 MSci Physics and Philosophy FVH5 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 MB ChB Medicine A100 5 years AAA AAC 36 32 101 PHYSICS MODERN LANGUAGES BSc Chemical Physics F320 3 years AAA AAB 36 32 48 BA Modern Languages RR01 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 102 BSc Mathematics and Physics GFD3 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 98 See also: Czech, French, German, BSc Physics F300 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 Hispanic Studies, Italian, BSc Physics and Philosophy FV35 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 Portuguese, Russian and Spanish BSc Physics with a Preliminary F308 4 years See bristol.ac.uk/ 110 MUSIC Year of Study ug21-physics BA Music W300 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 BSc Physics with Astrophysics F3F5 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 BA Music and Czech WR3V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 BSc Physics with F330 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 112 BA Music and French WR31 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 Scientific Computing BA Music and German WR32 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 MSci Chemical Physics F322 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 48 BA Music and Italian WR33 4 years AAB BBB 31 29 103 MSci Chemical Physics with F323 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 48 BA Music and Portuguese WR35 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 Industrial Experience BA Music and Russian WR37 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 MSci Mathematics and Physics GFC3 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 98 BA Music and Spanish WR34 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 MSci Physics F303 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 MArts Music with Innovation W304 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 86 MSci Physics and Philosophy FVH5 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 NEUROSCIENCE MSci Physics with Astrophysics F3FM 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 BSc Neuroscience B140 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 104 MSci Physics with F305 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 Industrial Experience MSci Neuroscience B141 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 104 MSci Physics with Innovation F306 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 86 MSci Neuroscience † 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 with Study in Industry MSci Physics with F307 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 International Experience MSci Psychology CB81 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 104 and Neuroscience MSci Physics with F331 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 112 Scientific Computing PALAEONTOLOGY AND EVOLUTION MSci Physics with F334 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 112 BSc Palaeontology and Evolution CF17 3 years AAB ABC 34 31 106 Scientific Computing with MSci Palaeontology and Evolution CF16 4 years AAB ABC 34 31 106 Industrial Experience PHARMACOLOGY MSci Physics with Study F304 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 BSc Pharmacology B210 3 years AAB ABC 34 31 107 in Continental Europe MSci Pharmacology B212 4 years AAB ABC 34 31 107 MSci Theoretical Physics F340 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 110 MSci Pharmacology with B211 4 years AAB ABC 34 31 107 PHYSICS WITH SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING Study in Industry BSc Physics with F330 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 112 PHILOSOPHY Scientific Computing BA English and Philosophy QV35 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 MSci Physics with F331 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 112 BA Philosophy V500 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 108 Scientific Computing BA Philosophy and French RV15 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 MSci Physics with F334 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 112 BA Philosophy and German RV25 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 Scientific Computing with Industrial Experience

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Typical offers: Typical offers: Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg code Length (ctx) (ctx) no code Length (ctx) (ctx) no PHYSIOLOGICAL SCIENCE BSc Psychology in Education X305 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 69 BSc Physiological Science B120 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 113 with Study Abroad MSci Physiological Science B122 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 113 MSci Psychology C802 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 117 MSci Physiological Science with † 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 113 MSci Psychology with Innovation C804 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 86 Study in Industry MSci Psychology CB81 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 104 POLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS and Neuroscience BA Politics and French RL12 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS BA Politics and German RL22 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 BSc Childhood Studies with L522 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 BA Politics and Italian RL32 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 Quantitative Research Methods BA Politics and Portuguese RL52 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 BSc Criminology with Quantitative M902 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 Research Methods BA Politics and Russian RL72 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 BSc Geography with Quantitative F802 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 118 BA Politics and Spanish RL42 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 Research Methods BSc Economics and Politics LL12 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 66 BSc Politics with Quantitative L202 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 118 BSc Economics and Politics LL14 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 66 Research Methods with Study Abroad BSc Politics with Quantitative L204 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 118 BSc Philosophy and Politics VL52 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 114 Research Methods with BSc Politics and L200 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 114 Study Abroad International Relations BSc Social Policy with Quantitative L402 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 BSc Politics and International L201 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 114 Research Methods Relations with Study Abroad BSc Sociology with Quantitative L302 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 118 BSc Politics and Sociology LL23 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 Research Methods BSc Politics with Quantitative L202 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 118 BSc Sociology with Quantitative L304 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 118 Research Methods Research Methods with BSc Politics with Quantitative L204 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 118 Study Abroad Research Methods with MSci Childhood Studies with L523 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 Study Abroad Quantitative Research Methods BSc Social Policy and Politics LL42 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 122 MSci Criminology with Quantitative M903 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 MSci Politics with Quantitative L203 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 118 Research Methods Research Methods MSci Geography with Quantitative F804 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 118 PORTUGUESE Research Methods BA Comparative Literatures QR41 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 MSci Politics with Quantitative L203 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 118 and Cultures and Portuguese‡ Research Methods BA Czech and Portuguese RR5V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 116 MSci Social Policy with L403 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 BA English and Portuguese QR35 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 Quantitative Research Methods BA Film and Portuguese 4PP8 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 MSci Sociology with Quantitative L303 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 118 BA French and Portuguese RR15 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 116 Research Methods BA German and Portuguese RR25 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 116 RELIGION AND THEOLOGY BA Hispanic Studies RR45 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 116 BA Philosophy and Theology VV56 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 108 BA History and Portuguese VR15 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 BA Religion and Theology V600 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 120 BA History of Art and Portuguese VR35 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 BA Theology and Sociology VL63 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 120 BA Italian and Portuguese RR35 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 116 MArts Religion and Theology V601 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 120 with Study Abroad BA Music and Portuguese WR35 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 RUSSIAN BA Philosophy and Portuguese RV55 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 BA Comparative Literatures QR43 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 BA Politics and Portuguese RL52 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 and Cultures and Russian‡ BA Russian and Portuguese RR57 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 116 BA Czech and Russian R701 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 121 BA Spanish and Portuguese RR54 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 116 BA English and Russian QR37 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 BA Theatre and Portuguese R2D8 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 BA French and Russian RR17 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 121 PSYCHOLOGY BA German and Russian RR27 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 121 BSc Psychology C801 3 years A*AA AAB 38 34 117 BA History and Russian VR17 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 BSc Psychology in Education X301 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 69 BA History of Art and Russian VR37 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 BA Italian and Russian RR37 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 121 bristol.ac.uk/ug-study COURSES A-Z COURSE INDEX 143

Typical offers: Typical offers: Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg Course UCAS Course A-level A-level IB IB Pg code Length (ctx) (ctx) no code Length (ctx) (ctx) no BA Music and Russian WR37 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 BA Italian and Spanish RR34 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 125 BA Philosophy and Russian RV75 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 BA Music and Spanish WR34 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 103 BA Politics and Russian RL72 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 BA Politics and Spanish RL42 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 BA Russian R700 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 121 BA Philosophy and Spanish RV45 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 108 BA Russian and Portuguese RR57 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 121 BA Spanish R400 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 125 BA Spanish and Russian RR47 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 121 BA Spanish and Portuguese RR54 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 125 SOCIAL POLICY BA Spanish and Russian RR47 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 125 BSc International Social and L410 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 122 BA Theatre and Spanish 4D8C 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 Public Policy LLB Law and Spanish MR13 4 years A*AA AAB 38 34 91 BSc International Social and L411 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 122 THEATRE Public Policy with Study Abroad BA Theatre and English 4CC8 3 years AAA ABB 36 32 126 BSc Social Policy L400 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 122 BA Theatre and Film 4KDU 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 BSc Social Policy and Politics LL42 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 122 BA Theatre and French W43F 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 BSc Social Policy and Sociology LL43 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 122 BA Theatre and German 21C7 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 BSc Social Policy with Criminology LM49 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 122 BA Theatre and Italian 22FF 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 BSc Social Policy LN42 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 122 BA Theatre and 2Q3W 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 with Management Performance Studies BSc Social Policy with L402 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 BA Theatre and Portuguese R2D8 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 Quantitative Research Methods BA Theatre and Spanish 4D8C 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 126 BSc Social Policy with L404 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 122 MArts Theatre with Innovation 2Q50 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 86 Study Abroad VETERINARY NURSING AND BIOVETERINARY SCIENCE MSci Social Policy with Innovation L405 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 86 BSc Veterinary Nursing and DC37 4 years BBC 29 127 MSci Social Policy with L403 4 years ABB BBC 32 29 118 Bioveterinary Science Quantitative Research Methods BSc Veterinary Nursing and D313 4 years BBC 29 127 SOCIOLOGY Companion Animal Behaviour BA Theology and Sociology VL63 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 120 VETERINARY SCIENCE BSc Politics and Sociology LL23 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 114 BVSc Gateway to D108 6 years BBC 29 128 BSc Sociology L300 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 124 Veterinary Science BSc Sociology and Philosophy LV35 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 124 BVSc Veterinary Science D100 5 years AAA AAC 36 32 128 BSc Social Policy and Sociology LL43 3 years ABB BBC 32 29 122 BVSc Veterinary Science: D102 4 years See bristol.ac.uk/ 128 BSc Sociology with Quantitative L302 3 years AAB BBB 34 31 118 Accelerated Graduate Entry ug21-vetscience Research Methods BSc Sociology with Quantitative L304 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 118 ‡ This course is subject to approval at the time of going to print; please check Research Methods with the online course finder for up-to-date information:bristol.ac.uk/ug-study . Study Abroad ctx Contextual offer, see page 132 BSc Sociology with Study Abroad L301 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 124 † Entry by transfer MSci Sociology with Quantitative L303 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 118 †† Direct entry Research Methods SPANISH BA Comparative Literatures QR39 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 59 and Cultures and Spanish‡ BA Czech and Spanish RR4V 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 125 BA English and Spanish QR34 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 74 BA Film and Spanish L288 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 77 BA French and Spanish RR14 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 125 Please note: the course titles for our Study in Continental Europe courses are BA German and Spanish RR24 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 125 currently under review and may change. Please see our online course finder BA Hispanic Studies RR45 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 125 for updates. BA History and Spanish VR14 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 84 This guide contains information for students planning to start university in autumn BA History of Art and Spanish VR34 4 years AAB BBB 34 31 85 2021. We have made every effort to ensure all details are correct at the time of BA International Business NR14 4 years AAA ABB 36 32 88 going to press (February 2020). However, since this information is subject to change, Management and Spanish check the University’s website for the latest updates: bristol.ac.uk/ug-study.

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Studying for a degree is an Fee status Tuition fees – EU students For fees purposes, the University classifies Currently, eligible EU students pay the same investment in your future students as UK, EU, international, or fees as UK students and can apply for the and we understand that Channel Island or Isle of Man students. same loans. At the time of writing, the tuition Further information is available at fee policy for EU students starting in 2021 has financing your studies is bristol.ac.uk/ug-fees-funding. not been finalised. Visit our website for updates: bristol.ac.uk/study/brexit. very important. To find out Tuition fees – UK students more about what financial Tuition fees for UK students in 2020/21 are Tuition fees – Channel Island and £9,250. Fees for 2021 entry are expected to Isle of Man students assistance is available, turn be confirmed and published on our website in If you usually live in the Channel Islands or Isle of to p146. summer 2020. For the latest information visit Man you will not be considered as a home (UK) bristol.ac.uk/ug-fees-funding. student for funding purposes. The University receives no additional contribution from the UK Eligible UK students can apply for a loan government towards the cost of your studies. to cover the full cost of tuition fees. You will not start repaying your loan until you have Your tuition fees and the student support finished your studies and are earning over available to you will be different from those the repayment threshold. for mainland UK and EU students. Visit bristol.ac.uk/ug-fees-funding or contact your relevant Island Education Authority for more details.

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Tuition fees – international students Support with living expenses US loans If you are an international (non-EU) student, your If you are a full-time UK student under the age For eligible US students, the University is tuition fees will depend on your course of study. of 60 and studying for your first degree, you authorised to certify federal student loans Fees for 2021 entry have not been confirmed at may be eligible for a maintenance loan towards (subsidised, unsubsidised and PLUS loans) and the time of writing but the international student your living expenses in addition to your tuition private loans. Further details on US loans and fees for 2020/21 are shown as a guide. Fees are fee loan. The loan amount will depend on your how to apply are available at bristol.ac.uk/ reviewed annually and are liable to increase. household income. You start repaying the loan fees-funding/awards/us-loans. Subject Annual tuition fee 2019/20 once you have graduated and are earning over a certain amount. Further information Information and advice Arts-based subjects £19,500* and terms and conditions are available at Our Student Funding Office provides information Science-based subjects £24,000 www.gov.uk/student-finance. and advice on financial support from the BDS Dentistry £37,100 UK government and the University, managing Additional support is available for disabled MB ChB Medicine £33,500 your money, discretionary support and students and those with childcare costs emergency loans. BVSc Veterinary Science £29,900 or adult dependants. Please contact your *Certain laboratory- or studio-based courses in the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Social Sciences and Law charge fees at funding authority for more information. Please note: all figures quoted apply to 2020 entry; at the the science-based subject rate. Check our online course finder time of writing 2021 figures have not been set. All figures for tuition fees for your chosen course: bristol.ac.uk/ug-study. International student funding are subject to change. In order to secure a visa to study in Living expenses the UK, international students need to The cost of living in Bristol can vary greatly show they have sufficient funds to cover depending on your lifestyle. You will need their first-year tuition fees and living to think about accommodation, food, expenses. For information about visas visit books, entertainment and other costs. bristol.ac.uk/directory/visas/tier-4. For a breakdown of estimated living expenses visit bristol.ac.uk/living-expenses. The UKCISA website also contains useful information on fees and funding for international students: www.ukcisa.org.uk.

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If you have the talent and To find out more about the bursaries and Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships scholarships detailed here and many Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships are available ability to succeed at Bristol, other funding opportunities visit to undergraduate students with exceptional concerns about funding bristol.ac.uk/fees-funding/search. musical, dramatic or sporting talent outside their normal field of study. Each year we award should not stop you from University of Bristol bursary for approximately 20 scholarships of up to £3,000: applying. The University UK students bristol.ac.uk/fees-funding/awards/ The 2021 bursary support package will be vc-scholarship. offers a range of bursaries announced in summer 2020. As a guide, the bursary support for 2019 entrants is Access to Bristol bursaries and scholarships to help. detailed below. The University invests in the local community by Household Bursary entitlement providing bursaries to those who complete our income 2019/20 Access to Bristol scheme. The scheme offers £25,000 or below £2,060 local students a taste of university life through access to our academic expertise and facilities. £25,001 – £30,000 £1,550 £30,001 – £35,000 £1,290 Students resident in England who successfully £35,001 – £40,000 £780 complete the Access to Bristol, Pathways to Law or Pathways to Health Sciences scheme £40,001 – £42,875 £520 and meet the qualifying household income Conditions apply. To find out if you are eligible visit threshold and other criteria will be eligible bristol.ac.uk/fees-funding/awards/uob-bursary. for the Access to Bristol bursary. In addition, we anticipate that there will be Details of the 2021 bursary will be announced approximately 120 scholarships funded by in summer 2020. As a guide, the bursary for University of Bristol friends and alumni. 2019 entrants is as follows: For further information visit bristol.ac.uk/ • a full tuition fee waiver for the first year fees-funding/awards/additional-funding. of study; Scholarships for international students • a living-cost bursary of £3,855 for each year In 2019 over £1 million in scholarships of the course, provided that students continue was offered to international students. to meet the eligibility criteria. For the latest information visit Find out more about the scheme and bursary bristol.ac.uk/international-scholarships. at bristol.ac.uk/access-to-bristol. A similar bursary is available to students who complete our Bristol Scholars scheme. Visit bristol.ac.uk/bristol-scholars.

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Lloyds Scholars The Lloyds Scholars Programme, which includes bursaries, paid internships and mentoring, is open to UK students who are eligible for the Maintenance and Tuition Fee Loan from the Student Loans Company and are assessed to have an annual household income of £25,000 or below. Find out more at bristol.ac.uk/fees-funding/awards/lloyds.

University of Bristol Financial Assistance Fund The University’s own financial assistance funds provide discretionary additional support for UK undergraduate students who, through no fault of their own, find themselves in financial difficulty. For further information visit bristol.ac.uk/fees-funding/awards/faf.

Please note: all figures are quoted from 2019. Details for 2021 are not available at the time of writing. All figures are therefore subject to change.

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If you are ready to discover Open afternoons Virtual events Designed to help you explore subjects, services If you can’t visit us in person, we offer a more about becoming and student life at Bristol, open afternoons offer range of virtual events throughout the year, a University of Bristol a similar programme to open days, condensed where you can find out more about studying into a four-hour afternoon session. and living in Bristol and ask us any questions student, there are many sometimes live during a virtual event. You can ways to visit us, meet Open afternoon 2020 also explore university buildings and residences Wednesday 21 October from home via our virtual tours. us and find out more. Visit days Meet the team Open days If you receive an offer from us, you will be You can meet with us in person at one of Our open days are stimulating days out invited to spend a day on campus exploring the higher education or careers fairs we offering unique access to our departments and your department and meeting students and attend throughout the UK. We visit schools residences and a real experience of student staff from your course. Visit days aim to give and colleges regularly to give talks and run life in Bristol. We offer a packed programme of you a deeper insight into life as a Bristol student. workshops about the admissions process talks and tours, with many opportunities to meet You’ll view our facilities, learn more about how and life at university. academics, current students and our student we teach your subject and maybe attend a services teams. taster lecture or practical session. International applicants Our international recruitment advisers attend Open day dates for 2020 Tour the campus education exhibitions around the world. You Friday 19 June We offer student-led campus tours throughout can find a list of upcoming dates on our website Saturday 20 June the year. You can also take our self-guided audio or contact the team for further information: Saturday 5 September walking tour and explore the Clifton campus in bristol.ac.uk/international/visit. your own time. Online booking for June dates will open in Speak to the Enquiries team April and booking for the September date If you have any questions about a course will open in July. Places are likely to fill quickly. or about making an application to study at Bristol, contact the Enquiries team. Tel: +44 (0)117 394 1649 Email: [email protected]

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Accommodation Office, The Hawthorns* 44 Indoor Sports Centre 42 Accounting and Finance, 15-19 Tyndall’s Park Road 111 Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Centre for, Undergraduate Aerospace Engineering, Queen’s Building 20 Richmond Building 80 accommodation Anthropology and Archaeology, 43 Woodland Road 23 International Office, 31 Great George Street* 116 Applied Anatomy, Centre for, Southwell Street 39 Italian, entry via 3-5 Woodland Road 58 Student Residential Village North Arts, School of, 43 Woodland Road 23 Law School, Wills Memorial Building 26 This student village is in Stoke Bishop, Arts and Social Sciences Library, Tyndall Avenue 40 Life Sciences Building, Tyndall Avenue 110 approximately two miles or a 40-minute Arts Faculty Office, entry via 3-5 Woodland Road 66 Life Sciences Faculty Office, 69 St Michael’s Hill 18 walk from the main campus in Clifton. A regular university bus service runs Beacon House Study Centre 54 Management, 12 Priory Road 68 Mathematics, Fry Building 123 to the campus and the journey takes Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences Building 16 around 15 minutes. Biological Sciences, Life Sciences Building, Mechanical Engineering, Queen’s Building 20 Tyndall Avenue 110 Medicine () 84 North Village residences include Biomedical Sciences Teaching Laboratories 13 Merchant Venturers Building, Woodland Road 25 Badock Hall, Churchill Hall, Careers Service, Tyndall Avenue 41 Modern Languages, entry via 3-5 Woodland Road 58 Durdham Hall, Hiatt Baker Hall, University Hall and . CELFS, Centre for English Language and Foundation Multifaith Chaplaincy Centre 76 Studies, Richmond Building 80 Multimedia Centre (School of Modern Languages) 58 Student Residential Village East Cellular and Molecular Medicine, Biomedical Sciences 16 Music, Victoria Rooms 81 Our East Village residences are based Chemistry, Cantock’s Close 12 Nursery, 34-35 St Michael’s Park 56 in and around Bristol’s city centre, within Civil Engineering, Queen’s Building 20 Philosophy, Cotham House 78 walking distance of the main campus. Classics and Ancient History, entry via Physics, Wills Physics Laboratory, Tyndall Avenue 33 East Village residences include 3-5 Woodland Road 66 Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience, Colston Street, Culver House, Computer Science, Merchant Venturers Building 25 Biomedical Sciences Building 16 Coombe Dingle Sports Complex 93 New Bridewell, Orchard Heights, Policy Studies, 8 Priory Road 47 Redland Road, Riverside, Dentistry, Bristol Dental School 96 Prospective student enquiries, Senate House 43 St Michael’s Hill, St Michael’s Park, Disability Services, Hampton House (rear) 77a Psychological Science, School of, 12a Priory Road 68 The Courtrooms, Woodland Road Earth Sciences, Wills Memorial Building 26 Queen’s Building (Engineering) 20 and Unite House. Economics, 12 Priory Road 68 Religion and Theology, 3 Woodland Road 66 Education, School of, 35 Berkeley Square 1 Richmond Building 80 Student Residential Village West Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Russian Studies, entry via 3-5 Woodland Road 58 Based in and around Clifton Village, Merchant Venturers Building 25 Science Faculty Office, 30 these residences are a 15-minute walk from the Clifton campus. Engineering Design, Queen’s Building 20 Senate House Study Centre, Senate House* 43 Engineering Faculty Office, Queen’s Building 20 Northwell House is located near Social Sciences and Law Faculty Office, 2 Priory Road 119 the popular Gloucester Road. Engineering Mathematics, Merchant Venturers Building 25 Social Sciences Complex, Priory Road 68 English, 3-5 Woodland Road 66 Sociology, Politics, and International Studies, School of, West Village residences include External Relations, 31 Great George Street 116 11 Priory Road 72 Clifton Hill House, , Film and Television, Richmond Building 80 Student Counselling Service, Hampton House 77 Hillside Woodside, Manor Hall, Northwell House, Queen’s Road, French, entry via 3-5 Woodland Road 58 Student Funding Office, Senate House* 43 Richmond Terrace, Winkworth House Fry Building 123 Students’ Health Service, Hampton House 77 and Woodland Court. Geographical Sciences, University Road 27 Students’ Union, Richmond Building 80 German, entry via 3-5 Woodland Road 58 Swimming pool, Richmond Building 80 Transport Hawthorns, The, Woodland Road* 44 Veterinary School, Pre-Clinical, Southwell Street 39 If you live in university-allocated Health Sciences Faculty Office, Tyndall Avenue 41 Veterinary School, Langford (see inset map) 91 accommodation, you can travel for Hispanic, Portuguese and Latin American Studies, Victoria Rooms 81 free on the university bus service. entry via 3-5 Woodland Road 58 Wickham Theatre, Cantock’s Close 7 History and History of Art, entry via 3-5 Woodland Road 66 For more information about Wills Memorial Building 26 accommodation see p24. Humanities, School of, entry via 3-5 Woodland Road 66 Income Office (comprising Student Fees and Cash Office), *We are investing in extensive improvements to our Clifton 5 Tyndall Avenue* 41 campus which may affect the location of departments. 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