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University of Bath

Bath, UK · Ranking #25

The University of Bath is a public research-intensive university located on the Claverton Down campus overlooking the historic city of Bath. It received its Royal Charter in 1966, with roots back to the mid-19th century. The university is known for strong programmes in engineering and design, science, management, and humanities and social sciences, with a focus on employability, placements, and partnerships with industry. Bath is consistently ranked in the UK top 10 in major guides and in the global top 150 in QS. The compact campus offers modern teaching and research facilities, a large sports village, and on-campus accommodation, while the city of Bath provides a safe, student‑friendly environment and UNESCO World Heritage setting.

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University of Bath

About the university

The University of Bath is a public research-intensive university located on the Claverton Down campus overlooking the historic city of Bath. It received its Royal Charter in 1966, with roots back to the mid-19th century. The university is known for strong programmes in engineering and design, science, management, and humanities and social sciences, with a focus on employability, placements, and partnerships with industry. Bath is consistently ranked in the UK top 10 in major guides and in the global top 150 in QS. The compact campus offers modern teaching and research facilities, a large sports village, and on-campus accommodation, while the city of Bath provides a safe, student‑friendly environment and UNESCO World Heritage setting.

Key information

  • Location: Bath, UK
  • Ranking #25
  • QS #148
  • THE #241
  • National ranking #7
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Faculty of Engineering & Design
  • Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Science
  • School of Management

Programs (29)

  • Computer Science
  • Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Marketing
  • Tourism and Hospitality
  • Law
  • Political Science
  • International Relations
  • Philosophy
  • History
  • Linguistics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Environmental Science
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Anthropology
  • Education
  • Fine Arts
  • Music

Student body

  • Total students: 21,000
  • Undergraduate: 13,000
  • Graduate: 4,998
  • International students: 24%

Campus life

The University of Bath’s Claverton Down campus is self‑contained with teaching buildings, labs, the library, Students’ Union, Sports Training Village and over 4,000 rooms in halls of residence. Students’ Union Bath (The SU) runs dozens of clubs, societies, volunteering projects and events. On‑campus and city centre accommodation offer a mix of standard, en‑suite and studio rooms. The city of Bath combines Georgian architecture, green spaces and cultural life within walking distance or a short bus ride. Strong placement schemes and careers services support students’ transition into graduate jobs.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: £500 - £2,200 / per month

Housing options

  • On‑campus standard rooms with washbasin
  • En‑suite rooms
  • Studios
  • Twodios
  • City‑centre student accommodation
  • Private rented houses and flats

Student clubs and organizations

  • Students’ Union societies
  • Academic and subject societies
  • Cultural and international student groups
  • Volunteering and charity groups
  • Arts and performance societies

Sports

  • Football
  • Rugby
  • Hockey
  • Netball
  • Swimming
  • Athletics
  • Rowing
  • Tennis
  • Badminton
  • Other BUCS and intramural sports through the Sports Training Village

Career & internships

Employment rate: 93%

Internships: Many Bath degrees include optional or compulsory placement years or study‑abroad periods, particularly in engineering, management and some science and social science programmes. The university has an established placements team and strong links with employers in the UK and abroad. Students can gain paid industry experience or work on research and professional projects. Careers Service offers guidance, workshops and employer events on campus to support applications, interviews and networking.

Admission requirements

Required documents

  • Online application via UCAS (undergraduate) or Bath application system (postgraduate)
  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • Personal statement
  • Academic reference
  • Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent)
  • Passport copy
  • CV for some postgraduate courses

Tuition costs

  • £19,000 - £40,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 11.00%
  • Scholarships available: Bath offers several scholarships for international students. For undergraduates, the Chancellor’s Scholarship and IB 50th Anniversary Scholarship provide first‑year tuition fee waivers (typically £1,000–£6,000, with some combinations up to £8,000) based on high A‑level or IB scores and overseas fee status. For taught postgraduates, GREAT Scholarships (around £10,000) are available for selected countries and faculties, alongside other faculty‑specific awards. A larger Bath International Excellence Scholarship scheme (up to £8,000 per year) is planned for future intakes. All scholarships are competitive and usually require holding an offer and meeting academic and, in some cases, essay‑based criteria.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1966
  • Teaching languages: English, english
  • Study formats: offline

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