Uwe Students' Union
Also known as: Uwesu
UWE Students' Union exists to advance the education of students at the University of the West of England by promoting the interests and welfare of students during their course of study and representing, supporting and advising students. Also by providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate for the personal development of students.
Activities & Mission
UWE Students' Union exists to advance the education of students at the University of the West of England by promoting the interests and welfare of students during their course of study and representing, supporting and advising students. Also by providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate for the personal development of students.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 29% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £5,930,468 | £5,920,709 | £5,185,232 | £692,553 | £660,595 | 166 / 1000 |
| 2024 | £8,004,079 | £6,354,693 | £5,610,039 | £682,794 | £288,196 | 171 / 1000 |
| 2023 | £6,068,377 | £6,055,623 | £5,334,925 | -£966,592 | £372,950 | 169 / 1000 |
| 2022 | £5,428,010 | £5,432,555 | £4,799,729 | -£979,346 | £392,498 | 191 / 1000 |
| 2021 | £3,878,257 | £3,867,112 | £3,209,682 | -£974,801 | £253,349 | 208 / 900 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Uwe Students' Union
What does Uwe Students' Union do?
UWE Students' Union exists to advance the education of students at the University of the West of England by promoting the interests and welfare of students during their course of study and representing, supporting and advising students. Also by providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate for the personal development of students.
How much income did Uwe Students' Union report in 2025?
Uwe Students' Union reported total income of £5.93m and reported expenditure of £5.92m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Uwe Students' Union?
Uwe Students' Union has a program ratio of 87.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 29% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Uwe Students' Union registered as a charity?
Uwe Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 July 2011 as charity number 1143067. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Uwe Students' Union?
Uwe Students' Union is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Uwe Students' Union operate?
Uwe Students' Union operates across 3 areas: Bristol City, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire.
Is Uwe Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Uwe Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1143067.
Details
Frenchay Campus
Coldharbour Lane
BRISTOL
BS16 1QY
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Also Known As
- Uwesu
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated