University of Bradford

Student union

Upon enrolment, students are automatically granted membership of the University of Bradford Union of Students (UBU). This is a student-run organisation which acts as the voice of its members and ensures fair and free representation on a large number of issues surrounding the wider university community.

The UBU provides support for students, as well as volunteering opportunities, and organises the many clubs and societies in which students can get involved during their time at Bradford. These include sports and special interest societies as well as subject-specific organisation and postgraduate friendly groups.

UBU also organises events and entertainment for students throughout the academic year and is a social and recreational hub of activity.

University of Bradford students on Postgraduate Search say:

“Excellent”

Clubs and societies

The University of Bradford has a huge selection of student-organised groups to get involved with, covering a wide range of areas, from film, photography and theatre groups, to language societies, sports teams and eclectic special interest groups. Whatever the interest, there is sure to be something for everyone, and popular societies include archery, ice hockey and football.

The university encourages students to start new groups, if they do not find what they are looking for, and can even offer advice and organisational support through the university’s Student’s Union. This network of support gives opportunities for students to take on organisational roles within groups, and contribute to the university culture as well as gaining valuable experience to enhance a CV or resumé.

University of Bradford students on Postgraduate Search say:

“There is a wide variety, and if they don't have it they are usually happy to help you create one.”

“It is an excellent opportunity to have many sports clubs and variety of activities in our university”

“Excellent”

City life

Bradford is an excellent city in which to live as a postgraduate student, and offers a rich cultural environment in a contemporary city setting, with all the attractions and amenities needed for a memorable university experience.

There is a fine selection of high street and independent cafés, bars and restaurants, as well a landscape of museums, art galleries and several theatres. Bradford is a keen sporting city with regular national and international fixtures to attend, and plenty of local sports clubs and competitive teams for active postgraduate students to get involved with.

Many new nightlife venues have opened in recent years, including Sunbridge Wells; an underground space full of bars and food venues. The Independent Quarter is another fun and energetic area, and Bradford’s multicultural population creates a diversity of world cuisines, available at every student’s fingertips. Curry connoisseurs will love Bradford - it’s regularly voted the ‘Curry Capital of the UK’.

University of Bradford students on Postgraduate Search say:

“Yes, my university is very good place because is very near the city centre and accommodation place”