The Faculty of Social Sciences and Law has an excellent reputation for teaching and research.
The Faculty of Social Sciences and Law is one of the largest faculties in the University, with around 2,200 undergraduates, 2,300 postgraduates, 300 academic and research staff and over 200 support staff. The Faculty's student population is diverse and internationally mixed. There are five Schools, two Departments and a Bristol Institute based in the Faculty. The Faculty also has a Graduate Centre which provides study, IT and social space for research students.
Please browse our A - Z list of taught postgraduate programmes.
If you are interested in studying for a research degree, please browse our A - Z list of departments.
The University has a variety of accommodation with good facilities for new postgraduates.
Bristol is a beautiful city to live and study in.
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Information on financing your postgraduate studies is available from the Student Funding Office.
We offer a comprehensive range of postgraduate taught and research programmes. Some programmes can be studied on a full-time, part-time or modular basis. Full programme details, entry requirements and application information can be found in our Postgraduate Prospectus.
Our postgraduate programmes are popular with international students and UK / EU students.
| Taught Postgraduate Programmes | Postgraduate Research Degrees |
| On a postgraduate taught programme, you study units and a dissertation. Progress is assessed through a combination of essays, projects or examinations. | A postgraduate research degree allows you to study a specific area in detail and to undertake research training units. |
Specific information for deaf and disabled students is also available from these web pages.
Bristol is an international University and welcomes international students every year to study here. Useful information and advice is available for international students.
The Students' Union is the hub for social and sporting activities and includes the Postgraduate Union.