Returning students

All returning students need to register before you start your studies.

All returning students need to re-register each year. This includes students studying on a distance learning basis, on placements, study abroad, those on supplementary years and those on research or visiting student programmes.

If you are starting a new programme of study, you need to register as a new student.  

Register for your next year of study

When you register, you will check and update your personal details and accept the Student Agreement. You must keep your contact details up to date during your studies so we can contact you. 

How to register

  1. Login to Student info (use a laptop or computer instead of a phone).
  2. Select "Registration" in red text from the left-hand menu.
  3. Follow the instructions onscreen to complete registration. 

If you are unsure how to answer any of the registration questions, refer to the help notes. If you need any further help, email student-services@bristol.ac.uk.  

Deadlines for returning students to register

If you are not registered by the latest registration deadline, you will not be able to study this year. You may be able to take a temporary study break, or you may have to withdraw from your studies. If you hold a Student Visa, we would need to report this change of status to UKVI. 

Registration deadlines for most programmes

The registration deadline for most programmes is 10 am on Monday 12 October 2026.

Registration deadlines for some Health Sciences programmes

Some professional Health Sciences programmes have earlier registration deadlines.

  • Students on Year 4 of Medicine programmes must complete registration by 10 am on Monday 21 September.
  • Students on the below programmes must complete registration by 10 am on Monday 28 September:
    • Years 3, 4, and 5 of Dentistry (BDS) programmes
    • Years 2 and 3 of Dental Therapy (BDT) programmes
    • Years 2, 3, and 5 of Medicine programmes
    • Years 2 and 3 of the Veterinary Science Accelerated Graduate Entry
    • Year 4 of Veterinary Science (BVSc) programmes.
  • Students on the below programmes must complete registration by 10 am on Monday 5 October:
    • Year 2 of Dentistry (BDS) programmes
    • Year 3 of the Veterinary Nursing programme.

Digital induction

Your digital induction is an opportunity to engage with activities and resources which will help you get you ready to restart your studies. You can engage with them in your own time and at your own pace. 

UCard

Make sure you bring your UCard when you come back. 

If you need a replacement UCard, go to Card Services in Royal Fort Lodge who will be able to help you. 

Funding

During registration, you need to tell us where your tuition fee payments will come from. 

If you are a self-financing student or a sponsored student, you must arrange to pay your tuition fees.  

If you are a Home student with a maintenance or postgraduate Master’s Loan, your funding will not be released until you are fully registered.  

If you are subject to immigration control

If your nationality indicates you may require a visa, you will need to:

  • provide evidence of your permission to study
    • and
  • complete a student document check (right to study) if:
    • you are returning to the University after a suspension
    • you have not provided all the required documents
    • you have a new Student visa for any other reason.