University of Bath

About the University

At Bath we are known for excellence in teaching and research; our welcoming community; and for providing students with outstanding preparation for the workplace. We are:

Our academic programmes are designed to provide both rigorous intellectual challenge and real-world relevance, giving you the opportunity to study with researchers who are leaders in their field.

92% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (according to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021) so your studies will be informed by some of the most exciting and innovative ideas across all fields.

Our vibrant campus, and location right on the edge of the city of Bath, provide superb sporting, social and cultural opportunities. We are one of the safest campus sites in the UK - we were one of the first universities in the country to win a national police approved security award. Watch this video to see why Bath is a safe place.

Join our friendly, high-achieving community to gain the knowledge, skills, and experience you’ll need to thrive in a world of global networks.

Watch this video to see why Bath performs well in the rankings.

Masters courses and research degrees

 The University offers a broad range of Master's courses and research degrees. Subjects include engineering, design, humanities, social science, management, and science.

We carry out research that makes a difference to society - from developing a sustainable alternative to palm oil, creating a new way of storing vaccines without refrigaration to keeping us safe from cyber attacks.h

Postgraduate students benefit from:

• Excellent teaching and research facilities, including purpose-built laboratories.
• Support for your research from internationally recognised supervisors.
• Opportunities to enhance your employability via targeted skills training or, for selected programmes, work placements.
• Access our state-of-the-art library, open 24/7, working around your studying schedule
• Funding is available in many different forms, from studentships offered by our departments and scholarships to career development loans.

Learning experience

Bath offers the highest quality of teaching in outstanding learning facilities, with access to a wide range of skills development oppportunities. You will be taught by teaching staff, researchers, and practitioners who are leaders in their fields using their research and industry links to inform course content and teach you the most up-to-date topics.

The campus

The University’s purpose built campus is set in attractive rural grounds overlooking the historic city of Bath. The campus has all the local amenities you could ask for including library, postgraduate common rooms, shops, banks, and a post office just a five-minute walk from your accommodation.

In the last decade, the University has invested over £450 million in our campus. This includes new accommodation, academic buildings, and sports facilities such as an Olympic legacy-swimming pool and a gym and fitness centre expanded across three floors.

Watch our campus tour 

The city

Bath is a cosmopolitan city with a rich cultural heritage and is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list twice; for its historic architecture and as one of the Great Spas of Europe.

Small enough to explore on foot, you can discover its beautiful stone buildings and the natural hot springs which gave the city its name. Indulge yourself in year-round arts festivals, museums, galleries, and the spa, and get involved with the local community with our great volunteering opportunities.

Watch this city video to find out what it's like to live in the city.

International students

The University boasts a vibrant international student community. Over 130 nationalities are represented among our 5,500 international students.

We know that moving to a new country and experiencing a different culture can be challenging. Here at Bath our Student Immigration Service can help to settle you in, including an international orientation programme and mentoring scheme to help students relax into life in the UK.

University of Bath alumni can be found occupying positions of influence in many countries and we seek to continue our association with former students long after they have graduated.

Learn more about the support available to International students and watch our international student videos.