Why Study at University of Bradford
The University of Bradford is a public research university located in the city of Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. This plate glass university received its royal charter in 1966, making it the 40th university to be created in Britain, but can trace its origins back to the establishment of the industrial West Yorkshire town's Mechanics Institute in 1832.
Study at the University of Bradford to benefit from - and be part of - teaching and research that harnesses technology for the good of society.
You’ll learn from academic and industry experts who are shaping the future of their sectors, and you'll learn in world-class facilities – they’ve invested millions of pounds in high-tech learning environments, such as our motion capture studio and Bloomberg Trading Room.
Their curriculum is designed with input from these industry experts and partners, which means you’ll develop skills that are highly valued by employers and gain plenty of hands-on practical experience along the way. Many of our courses have professional, statutory or regulatory body accreditation or approval too, giving you the best possible start to your career.
With 15% of our students joining us from more than 130 different countries, we are used to giving newcomers to Bradford a very warm welcome.
You will find a diverse mix of people from different backgrounds, faiths, nationalities and ages all sharing the City Campus. This mixture of people creates a vibrant community atmosphere where lifelong friendships are made between students from all over the world.
Their expert staff are on-hand from your first contact with the University, right the way through your studies, and beyond. Choosing to study outside your home country is an exciting prospect, and a big decision. We want to help you make the right choice.
Scholarship and funding
AHRC Heritage Consortium Master's Studentship
About the scholarship
One Master's Studentship Award for students starting their course in September 2020. The award, linked to the AHRC Heritage Consortium, will provide funding to a high quality applicant. The funding will allow you to focus on developing high level skills and competencies for research and professional practice, particularly aimed at the Heritage sector.
Eligibility criteria
To be considered for the studentship you must have a minimum of an upper second class honours degree or above.
The award is aligned to standard wording in the AHRC student funding guide. Students from EU countries other than the UK would be restricted to tuition fees only and no maintenance award. Non-EU students are not eligible for this funding.
Please note, in order to be considered for a studentship you must first apply to the University for admission to an appropriate programme of study.
AHRC Heritage Consortium Master's Studentship
About the scholarship
One Master's Studentship Award for students starting their course in September 2020.
The award, linked to the AHRC Heritage Consortium, will provide funding to a high quality applicant. The funding will allow you to focus on developing high level skills and competencies for research and professional practice, particularly aimed at the Heritage sector.
Eligibility criteria
To be considered for the studentship you must have a minimum of an upper second class honours degree or above.
The award is aligned to standard wording in the AHRC student funding guide. Students from EU countries other than the UK would be restricted to tuition fees only and no maintenance award. Non-EU students are not eligible for this funding.
Please note, in order to be considered for a studentship you must first apply to the University for admission to an appropriate programme of study.
Alumni Discount Scheme
About the discount
All alumni of the University of Bradford, regardless of when they have graduated, will receive a 10% discount on their tuition fees.
Please note that students can only receive one scholarship or discount.
Please note this is a change to the criteria for students who began their study in previous years and is applicable to students starting courses in September 2020 onwards.
Eligibility criteria
The discount is available for:
- Self-funded students only
- All students progressing onto a Master's or a PhD programme from an undergraduate degree
- Students progressing from a taught Master's onto a PhD programme
- Alumni wishing to study a second undergraduate or postgraduate degree (full Master's or PhD only)
- Students who have studied here as part of an exchange, e.g. Erasmus
- Students who have completed an undergraduate programme at one of our partner institutions and then wish to continue their studies at postgraduate level here at Bradford; or students studying a premium fee programme by distance learning.
Please note that students can only receive one scholarship or discount so students who are eligible for more than 1 award will be given the award of the highest value.
University Campuses
University of Bradford, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1DP, UK
Admission Requirements
If your first language is not English, you will need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be admitted onto any of our undergraduate or postgraduate courses. Alternatively, you can study a pre-sessional English language course with us here in Bradford.
The standard University requirement is 6.0* with no sub-test less than 5.0 (or equivalent) on the IELTS or on the university's own entry test the BASALT. However, if you require a Tier 4 (student) visa to study you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) department's requirement which is currently IELTS 6.0 with no sub-test less than 5.5. Conditional offers to international students will be made on this basis.
Listed below are the tests we accept which are available internationally.
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Qualification |
Grade Required |
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IELTS |
This is the preferred English language test by the University. You will need to achieve an Overall Band score of at least 6.0, with at least 5.0 in each of the four sub-tests. |
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TOEFL IB |
You will need to achieve an overall score of at least 80 |
University Ranking
- 1st in England for impact on social mobility (Higher Education Policy Institute's English Social Mobility Index 2021)
- Distance Learning MBA ranked 1st in the world for value for money, 2nd for its overall salary increase for MBA graduates three years after graduating, 5th for ‘international mobility’, and 4th for the student demographics, with 72% of those on the course classed as international students (Financial Times Online MBA Rankings 2021)
- Top 10 in UK for Chemical Engineering (Guardian University League Tables 2021)
- Top 10 in UK for Forensic Science, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, and Physiotherapy (Complete University Guide 2021)
- Top 20 in the UK for Forensic Science & Archaeology, Nursing & Midwifery, Pharmacy & Pharmacology, and Sports Sciences (Guardian University League Tables 2020)
- Top 20 in the UK for Archaeology and Medical Technology (Complete University Guide 2021)
