University of Bath

Overview

The University of Bath is renowned for its excellence in teaching, research, and providing a top-tier student experience, with a strong focus on preparing students for real-world careers. Overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath, the university enjoys a national and international reputation for quality. It consistently ranks in the UK’s top 10 in national league tables and is placed 5th for career prospects after 15 months by the Guardian University Guide 2024. Globally, it is ranked among the top 10% of universities, placing 150th in the QS World University Rankings 2025. Bath is also recognized as the second safest university town or city in England and Wales by the Complete University Guide (CUG) 2023.

Bath’s academic programs are designed to combine intellectual rigor with real-world relevance, allowing students to learn from leading researchers in their fields. The university was awarded triple gold in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) for the high quality of its undergraduate teaching and outcomes. Additionally, 92% of Bath’s research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021). The vibrant campus on the outskirts of Bath offers a wide range of sporting, social, and cultural activities, and is one of the safest university campuses in the UK, having been one of the first to receive a national police-approved security award. At Bath, students join a supportive and high-achieving community that equips them with the skills and experience needed to succeed in an interconnected world.