University of Bristol - Business, Economics and Innovation

Introduction

Bristol is in the top 5 UK universities for research (THE analysis of REF 2021) and offers an academic community that is international, forward-thinking, collaborative, and committed to helping all our students reach their full potential.

Our range of postgraduate programmes in business, economics and innovation is informed by cutting-edge research and designed to help you realise your future ambitions – with a strong focus on real-world applications.

You can tailor your study to your career or academic interests, with options to explore topics ranging from banking, accounting and finance to machine learning and labour economics, and from asset pricing and business analytics to global development and the economics of education.

As a world top 55 and UK top 10 university (QS World Rankings 2025), Bristol graduates are in high demand.

Recent graduate destinations include Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, Bank of England, Hargreaves Lansdown, Huawei, Rothschild & Co, China Construction, Grant Thornton UK LLP, Bank and Ernst & Young.

Why study at University of Bristol - Business, Economics and Innovation

Bristol is a vibrant and friendly place to live and study, with a large international community. It's a city with a strong sense of community and endless possibilities to try something new.

Our diverse postgraduate cohort of over 6,000 students is highly sought-after by employers.

Bristol is home to multinational corporations including Airbus, Rolls Royce, Imperial Brands and Hargreaves Lansdown, as well as many start-ups and public sector organisations.

Scholarships and Funding

We offer a wide range of scholarship opportunities for both home and international students looking to pursue a master’s degree in one of our business, economics and innovation programmes.

Our Think Big Scholarships offer significant tuition fee discounts to help international students fund their studies.
UK postgraduate students from underrepresented backgrounds can apply for Bristol Master's Scholarships.
Students can access funding through partnerships with organisations and alumni networks for some programmes.
University of Bristol alumni can get a 25% reduction in tuition fees for postgraduate study.
The University of Bristol Business School has over £2.5 million of scholarships available for 2025, including a new ‘Career Accelerator’ scholarship. This offers students several career support events and activities over the year, helping them to secure the career of their dreams and maximise their potential when at work.

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Rankings

A world top 55 and UK top 10 university (QS World University Rankings 2025)
A top 5 UK university for research (THE analysis of REF 2021)
Top 5 in the UK for Economics and Econometrics research output and ‘world-leading’ impact (THE analysis of REF 2021)
In the top 50 most international universities in the world (THE World University Rankings 2023)

Statistics

97% of our Economics and Econometrics research and 88% of our Business and Management research is rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2021).
Our School of Economics has a faculty of more than 50 research-active staff.
Our Business School has more than 190 academic staff, with over 150 having research-intensive roles.

Student Testimonials

Asha, MSc Economics

‘The scholarship opened up doors to new opportunities… It's not just about the money—it's about the confidence boost and the chance to dive into my education without any worries holding me back.’

Deeshen, MSc Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation)

‘Bristol didn’t only ignite the spark in me to launch my own business, but also gave me the idea of becoming the change and giving back to the community where I belong.’

Juanwen, MSc Finance and Investment

‘In the future, I'm going to start my own company in financial services, and studying this programme is going to help me achieve my goals.’

Vaishnav, MSc Economics, Finance and Management

‘Being part of a prestigious Russell Group university was an honour and an opportunity to surround myself with brilliant minds and diverse perspectives.’

Mansi, MSc Economics and Finance

‘It's going to help me to build my career, in banking, investments, risk, actuaries and many other openings.’

Ivan, MSc Economics and Finance

‘The people here are really warm and welcoming, which is something that an international student looks for. So I think Bristol is ideal for people who are looking to study abroad.’

Campus Life & Facilities

Our university is home to students from more than 140 countries, and our diverse community provides a stimulating and supportive environment.

Our Global Lounge is a multicultural hub for all students, while our Students' Union provides access to around 400 societies and sports clubs. Popular societies include the Economics, Finance and Management Society; Innovation Society; Banking and Investment Society; FinTech Society; and Women in Finance.

We offer a broad range of support and links to partner organisations, helping you prepare for an exciting future career – whether in the UK or overseas. As well as the University’s Careers Service, you will also have access to school-based Employability Advisors and the Faculty’s Professional Liaison Network, which provide professional mentoring, networking events and business advice.

Alumni Statistics

Recent graduate destinations include Apple, Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, Bank of England, Hargreaves Lansdown, Huawei, JP Morgan Chase, Rothschild & Co, China Construction, Grant Thornton UK LLP, Bank and Ernst & Young
Recent graduates have gone on to roles including Investment Manager, Finance Analyst, Civil Servant, Sales Director, Business Development Specialist, Data Analyst, Senior Banking Associate, Tax Consultant and Senior Economist.