University of Bradford

The University of Bradford is a public research university located in the city of Bradford, West Yorkshire, England. A plate glass university, it 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. Known for its research, inclusivity and careers support for students, it has been named England's top university for social mobility five years in a row. The student population includes 8,037 undergraduate and 2,850 postgraduate students. A total of 22% of students are international students and come from over 110 countries. The University of Bradford's 166,000 alumni are based across 179 countries.

Sponsor type

Higher education institution

Licence

Student sponsor with a track record

Founded

1832

Students

9,665