Founded in 1992, University of the West of England is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Bristol (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), South West England. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) is a large coeducational UK higher education institution. University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 30 years old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UWE Bristol also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.