An Introduction to the University of Bath
At Bath, they are known for excellence in teaching and research; their welcoming community; and for providing students with outstanding preparation for the workplace. They offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses in science, engineering, humanities and social sciences, and management. Their placement scheme helps ensures their highly sought-after graduates are well equipped to meet the evolving needs of employers.
Their vibrant campus, and location right on the edge of the city of Bath, offer sporting, social and cultural opportunities. They are one of the safest campus sites in the UK – They were one of the first universities in the country to win a national, police-approved security award.
With over 180 groups run by the Students’ Union, a centre of the Arts and our Sports Training Village, there is plenty to get involved with outside of your studies.
Everything you need to know about the University of Bath
The University of Bath is a public research university in Bath, England. It received its royal charter in 1966, along with a number of other institutions following the Robbins Report. Like the University of Bristol and University of the West of England, Bath can trace its roots to the Merchant Venturers’ Technical College, established in Bristol as a school in 1595 by the Society of Merchant Venturers. The university’s main campus is located on Claverton Down, a site overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, and was purpose-built, constructed from 1964 in the modernist style of the time.
What is Student Life like at the University of Bath?
Through the Students’ Union, you can join over 180 student groups covering academic, sporting, cultural and social interests.
At Bath, you’ll have access to Student Support including health and wellbeing, money advice and disability support.
Choosing Bath means getting an excellent education from expert staff in their subject areas. Their global connections to industry and research mean you’ll always be taught up-to-date topics. They’ll encourage and challenge you as you take your steps towards a rewarding career.
As a Bath student, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your academic and personal skills with a development programme that fits around your studies. You’ll have access to the ‘MySkills’ website, where you can sign up for online and in-person skills development sessions, including personalised writing support, and find additional resources to support your studies, health, and wellbeing.
What are sports like at the University of Bath?
The dedicated team of nearly 150 staff work seven days a week to open, manage, maintain and develop their £35million Sports Training Village and ancillary facilities and activities whether through new technology advances or by enhancing their customer service.
Within that environment, they offer opportunities for:
– Students, staff and the public to get and stay fit or to play sport, often with the guidance of their gym staff, personal trainers and sports coaches;
– Performance sport athletes, including World, Olympic and Paralympic level athletes, to train and compete at the highest level. This includes specialist ‘dual career’ support for students juggling study top-level sport and physio and sports science support;
– For everyone to gain skills and experiences, often through their vocational courses portfolio;
– For everyone to see top-level sport through major events taking place on-site.
Key facts about the University of Bath?
– The Times and The Sunday Times University of the Year 2023
– Top 10 in all national league tables including top 5 in the Complete University Guide 2024
– Top 5 for career prospects in all national league tables
– Among the top 10% of universities worldwide, according to the QS World University Rankings 2024 at 148th.
Their 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 their 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.
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