UNIVERSITY OF BATH
THE UNIVERSITY
The University of Bath is one of Britain's leading universities with an international reputation for teaching and research. It was founded and awarded its Royal Charter in 1966, but has origins that go back to 1856.
Outstanding reputation
The University of Bath offers excellent teaching and research. It is consistently ranked as one of the top ten UK universities by two leading newspapers, and is said by the Financial Times to have joined the 'Ivy League' of British Universities.
Career Enhancement
A high proportion - around two thirds - of Bath graduates spent time in industrial, business or work environments as part of their degree, gaining vital experience for their future careers. Our focused degree programmes and the range of placement experiences we offer give you an opportunity to get ahead in the employment market..
Students from around the world
The University currently has around 9500 full-time students. Of these approximately 2500 are international students from over 100 different countries.
A small, safe, friendly campus
Founded in 1966, the University of Bath is modern in both appearance and outlook. The campus is compact, with all major facilities easily accessible from a central pedestrian parade. Shops, eating places, bars, laboratories, lecture theatres, the Library and computer facilities are all grouped around this area. The University's buildings are modern, light and functional and its green-field site contributes to a general feeling of space and calm. The campus itself is about a mile from the City centre. Most students use buses (available until 2am in term time) to travel to and from town. Lots of people also walk or cycle.
What we offer
The University is organised into three faculties and two schools:
Faculty of Engineering and Design
www.bath.ac.uk/engineering
Architecture and Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
www.bath.ac.uk/hss
Economics and International Development, Education, English Languaage, European Studies and Modern Languages, Psychology, Social and Policy Sciences
Faculty of Science
www.bath.ac.uk/science
Bilogy and Biochemistry, Chemistry, Computer science, Mathematical Sciences, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, Physics
School of Management
www.bath.ac.uk/management
Accounting and Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, MBA
School for Health
www.bath.ac.uk/health
Distance learning programmes
THE CITY OF BATH
Where is Bath?
Bath is located in the south-west of England, approximately 190 kilometres from the capital, London. London is one and a half hours by train.
Stunning location
Bath is spectacularly beautiful. It is an interesting, elegant and vibrant city and one of only three in the world to be on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. With a population of only around 90,000, Bath is compact enough to be friendly and manageable. Everything is in walking distance (although the hill up to the University is not for the faint-hearted!). It is an excellent choice for those moving away from home for the first time and wanting all the advantages of city-living without many of the pressures. Personal safety is rarely an issue in Bath as it might be in larger cities. Students receive a warm welcome and soon become part of the city
Why is it called Bath?
For more than 2000 years Bath's fame has been linked to its natural hot springs, whose waters are believed to be good for your health. It was the Romans who first developed the site when they built a complex of baths and a temple to the goddess, Sulis-Minerva. They called it Aquae Sulis – the waters of Sulis – in honour of the Celtic goddess already worshipped at the spring.
In the 18th Century Bath became Britain’s leading spa town. Many of the city’s buildings date from this period and it is their glorious Georgian architecture, which gives Bath its distinctive appearance and historical feel. In the heart of the Georgian city the remarkable Roman Baths can still be seen today and the big news for the future is that Bath is at long last going to have a spa again. With a quarter of a million gallons coming to the surface each day and an average water temperature of 47 degrees, it might not be long before you are able to try the waters for yourself!
Entertainment
The city is rich in museums and sites of interest and has many parks, gardens and green spaces. The Bath Theatre Royal and Ustinov Theatre offer a varied programme throughout the year, and the city has three cinemas ranging from arthouse to mainstream. There are innumerable bars, cafes, pubs and restaurants catering for all tastes and price ranges, some of which also serve as venues for live music.
The celebrated Bath International music festival takes place in late May and early June each year, beginning with a free opening night firework display in Royal Victoria Park. The festival continues for two weeks and includes jazz, classical and contemporary music performed by international artists. There's also comedy and contemporary art exhibitions and a host of free entertainment on the streets and in the city's parks.
The surrounding area
Bath is a small, compact city and it takes little time to get out into the countryside. It is close to the Cotswolds, the Mendips, the Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean, all areas of great interest and outstanding natural beauty. The fine old cities of Wells and Salisbury, and the ancient sites of Avebury and Stonehenge, are only an hour away, and for those seeking the shops and bustle of a major city, Bristol is less than half an hour, Cardiff one hour, and London less than two hours from Bath by train. So whether you’re looking to relax in the country, soak up some history or head for the big city lights, Bath is ideally situated.
ACCOMMODATION
All new full-time undergraduate students studying at the Claverton campus are guaranteed accommodation on campus for their first year of study once they accept an offer to study at Bath, if they return their application form by the due date.
All new full-time postgraduate overseas fees payers are guaranteed University accommodation for up to one academic session once they accept an offer to study at Bath, if they return their application form by the due date.
What's it like?
All of our accommodation is in self-catering flats located on the University campus or very close to it. Students' rooms are arranged in groups around a communal kitchen. Both single sex and mixed kitchen groups are available, and students will have the opportunity to indicate a preference for mixed or non-mixed groups and a standard, large or en-suite room.
Accommodation on campus is all within a five-minute walk of all the facilities including your teaching rooms.
All our off-campus residences are within a short walk of the main shopping areas in the city centre and on a direct bus route to the University.
Guaranteed accommodation for all new international students
University accommodation is particularly important in your first year when you are getting used to a new environment and making new friends.
We guarantee accommodation either on campus or in the city centre for all first year undergraduates and all postgraduate overseas fees payers who are studying at the Claverton campus.
Where are the residences?
On campus all residences are within 5-10 minute walk of the academic buildings. The majority stretch across the northern boundary and many enjoy lovely rural views.The off campus complexes are all conveniently located in the city centre close to the shops and restaurants. Direct buses run frequently until 2.00am during term-time.
What choice will I have?
We offer a broad range of rooms to suit all budgets and over 55% have individual en-suite facilities. All residences are organised with 5-13 study bedrooms grouped around a communal kitchen and are all self-catering. You can select all male or female kitchen groups if you prefer.
Will I have a data connection?
All residences are networked to the University campus LAN, allowing students to connect to their own computers.
What about welfare and security?
Resident tutors live in each complex and are available to give advice and guidance. They help foster a good and secure living environment and also organise social activities to help you meet each other.
Can you offer me family accommodation?
If you are bringing your family with you we advise you to come to the University by yourself at first to secure suitable accommodation. We have a limited number of family flats in the off-site complexes or you can choose to live in privately rented accommodation.
How do I find out more?
When you receive an offer of a place on a programme at Bath you will be sent full information about accommodation and the detailed conditions of the guaranteed accommodation scheme.
MODULES AVAILABLE AT BATH
The University of Bath offers a range of degree programmes in the subject areas listed below:
Accounting & Finance
Aerospace Engineering
Architectural Studies
Automotive Engineering
Biochemical Engineering
Biochemistry
Biology
Bioprocess Engineering
Business Administration
Chemical Engineering
Chemistry
Civil Engineering
Coach Education & Sports Development
Communications Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Computer Software Theory
Economics
Electrical Engineering
Electronic Engineering
European Studies
French
German
Innovation & Engineering Design
International Management
Italian
Management
Manufacturing Engineering
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Medical Engineering
Molecular & Cellular Biology
Natural Sciences
Pharmacology
Pharmacy
Physics
Politics
Psychology
Russian
Social Policy & Administration
Social Sciences
Social Work
Sociology
Space Science & Technology
Spanish
Sport & Exercise Science
Sports Engineering
Sports Technology
Statistics
In addition to these subjects, units are also offered to Exchange and Visiting Students in the areas of English Language and British Studies (Culture, Film, History, Literature, Society).