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University of Bath

About University of Bath

The University of Bath is a public university that was granted a royal charter in 1966 and is located in Bath, Somerset in the United Kingdom. The University of Bath is renowned for its excellence in research and teaching and has constantly been listed among the top universities in the UK. The Bristol, Southampton, and Surrey universities and the university established the SET cubed Partnership in 2004. With a combined staff of 6,400 researchers and a £266 million research budget, this alliance is the largest ever.

The institution is renowned for its four faculties: engineering and design, management, science, and humanities and social sciences. The institution has won awards for its outstanding research facilities, and 87 percent of the university's research was rated as world-leading in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF). A Queen's Anniversary Prize was awarded to the institution in 2011 for its study of child poverty and assistance for those in need. The portfolio of grants and contracts for research at the institution is estimated to be worth £150 million.

When it comes to student happiness, the university consistently comes out on top. It also does exceptionally well in the fields of chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and psychology. Additionally, it received a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Bath University offers top-notch instruction, which makes its graduates highly sought after by the best firms in the UK.

Bath University made an investment in building a sports training village in 2004, and it has since become one of the top facilities in Europe for athlete development. The University joined GW4, an association of universities that pool their physical and intellectual resources, as a founding member in 2013. The institution also erected a 75-unit building for on-campus housing that year. The university started a three-year campus improvement project in 2012 with the goal of improving and expanding student housing, classroom space, and a £10 million arts centre. Over the past ten years, the institution has spent more than £450 million improving its campus.

The university opened a dedicated space for events, education, and the arts in 2015. The University of Bath offers a solid foundation and all the services and facilities that a student may need. One of the top sporting facilities in the UK is provided by the university, which places equal emphasis on athletics. Six medals were earned by university-based athletes at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

University of Bath Rankings

  • #301-400 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2021
  • #166 World University Ranking - QS 2022
  • #201-250 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2022
  • #10 University Ranking (UK) - The Complete University Guide 2022
  • #8 University Rankings - The Guardian 2022
  • #412 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2022

Why University of Bath?

  • According to the 2018 Guardian University Guide, University is the fifth-best university in the UK.
  • According to the QS World University Rankings 2018, University is ranked 160 out of over 900 international universities.
  • ranked #1 in the National Student Survey for student satisfaction (NSS).
  • More than 100,000 successful alumni of the university.
  • Over 100 nations are represented by the 30% of international students.
  • When it comes to employment after six months, university is ranked sixth in the 2018 Guardian University Guide.
  • The University is well-known for its welcoming environment, vibrant energy, and dedication to diversity.

University of Bath Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
Medicine and HealthCare (3 Courses) 1 Year - 5 Year GBP 7150 - GBP 14300
MBA (1 Courses) 1 year GBP 37500
Engineering (16 Courses) 1 Year - 4 Year GBP 17000 - GBP 23400
Science (15 Courses) 1 Year - 4 Year GBP 14300 - GBP 25000
Arts (22 Courses) 1 Year - 5 Year GBP 14300 - GBP 21500
Law (1 Courses) 3 year GBP 18900
Media Films (1 Courses) 1 year GBP 20300
Information Technology (IT) (4 Courses) 1 Year - 3 Year GBP 20300 - GBP 23400
Management (18 Courses) 1 Year - 4 Year GBP 16000 - GBP 24500

University of Bath Entry Requirements

Courses Exam
Arts IELTS , TOEFL , PTE
Engineering IELTS , PTE , TOEFL , pte
Information Technology (IT) IELTS , TOEFL , PTE
Law IELTS , TOEFL , PTE
Management IELTS , PTE , TOEFL
MBA GMAT , IELTS , PTE
Media Films IELTS , PTE
Medicine and HealthCare IELTS , PTE
Science IELTS , TOEFL , PTE

University of Bath International Student Admissions

Foreign applicants must meet the University of Bath's requirements for student visas and language proficiency even if the admission standards are the same for local and international applicants. The sections below include more information on the subject:

University of Bath English Language Proficiency Requirements

Candidates who do not speak English as their first language must demonstrate their English language competency. Since each programme requires a different level of language skill, the University of Bath has divided the score requirements into the following categories:

Test Name Minimum Score for Category A Minimum Score for Category B Minimum Score for Category C
IELTS Academic & IELTS Indicator 7.0 (sectional to be 7.0) 7.0 (sectional to be 6.5) 6.5 (sectional to be 6.0)
TOEFL IBT 100 (27 in each component) 100 (24 in all 4 components) 90 (21 in each component)
Duolingo 125 120  110
PTE Academic 69 ( sectional to be 69) 69 (sectional to be 62) 62 (sectional to be 59)

University of Bath Highlights

Year of Establishment 1966
Type of University Public
Campus Location Claverton Down
Total Number of Students 18,868
Undergraduate Enrollment 13,619( Based on 2019-2020 records)
Postgraduate Enrollment 5,249( Based on 2019-2020 records)
International Students 5,326
Total Faculty 1,339
Student Satisfaction Rate 88.3%
Scholarships Available
Application fees (2021) 20GBP to 26 GBP

University of Bath Cost of Attendance

The anticipated costs for overseas students wanting to pursue higher education at University of Bath are shown in the table below:

Categories Estimated Costs per year(GBP)
Tuition fees for UG courses 18,900 to 21,000
Tuition fees for PG courses 21,500-37,500
Accomodation fees for UG 4,560-8,360
Accomodation fees PG 6,923.57-8,975

For a clearer understanding, the records of other living costs on the University of Bath campus for the preceding academic year are presented below:

Categories Estimated Costs per week(GBP)
Foods,toiletries and other household goods 50
Off campus utility bills(gas,water,electricity) 15
Transport 14
Sports/leisure 30
Miscellaneous 10-12

Know more about Studying in UK

Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK £850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
Work and Study in UK Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in UK 2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in UK £348
Student Visa in UK Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory.
Intakes in UK There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October.
Top Job Sectors in UK IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc.
Economy in UK Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal

University of Bath Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

£ 23,340

Postgraduate

£ 23,340

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

£ 5,472

Campus accommodation

£ 2,812

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.