Bath Spa University: Rankings, Courses & Admissions

Located about 5.6 km west of the city center in Newton Park, Bath Spa University is a public university in Bath, England. There are further campuses for the institution in Bath, as well as one at Corsham Court in Wiltshire.

The University, formerly known as Bath College of Higher Education and then Bath Spa University College, was granted full university status in August 2005.

The University can be traced back to the Bath School of Art, which was established in 1852 in response to The Great Exhibition of 1851.

The notable alumni of Bath Spa University are Anita Roddick, Rebecca Johnson and Peter Flannery.

Bath Spa University Highlight

Following information about the university in the table format:

Type of University (Public/Private)	Public University
Total Student Population	Bath Spa has about 8,500 students, as of the 2019-2020 academic year.
Percentage of International Student Population	About 8% of the total students at Bath Spa University are international students.
Acceptance Rate	Bath Spa University has an acceptance rate of 12%.
Student-Faculty Ratio	The student-to-faculty ratio at Bath Spa University is 14:1
Number of Campuses (Domestic + International)	Bath Spa University has 4 campuses.
Number of Scholarships Awarded	Bath Spa University offers multiple awards and scholarships to students such as Commonwealth Shared Scholarship, The Hall Commonwealth Scholarship and Doris Southcott Bursary.
Official Website	https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/
Official Address	Newton St Loe, Bath BA2 9BN, UK

 About Campus and Accommodation

Not many campuses can compare to Bath Spa Newton Park Campus. The parkland estate has a castle and a lake in addition to everything students would anticipate from a contemporary University. The bustle of central Bath is barely four miles away from all of this.

The cutting-edge academic building, Commons, is located in the bustling center of the campus. A café, an outdoor amphitheater, open-access study spaces with technology, social learning spaces, bookable group working rooms, and other amenities are available.

The accommodation type and costs are provided in the table below:

Accommodation Type	Cost/ week
Standard room with ensuite	£187.00
Premium 1 room with ensuite	£204.00
Premium 2 room with ensuite	£213.00
Classic Studio	£261.50
Premium 1 Studio	£275.00
Premium 2 Studio	£280.00

Bath Spa University Global Ranking

QS Ranking is not available. 

Acceptance Rate of the University

Bath Spa University is extremely exclusive compared to other universities in the nation, with an acceptance rate of just 12%. This means only 12 out of 100 applications are considered by the University for admission. During the admissions screening process, candidates with outstanding academic records and high GRE, GMAT, and SAT scores are given preference.

Top Courses Offered at Bath Spa University

Some of the top courses offered by the University are listed below:

• Arts Management 
• Architecture 
• Biomedical Sciences 
• Biology
• Business and Management 
• Accounting 
• Economics 
• Festivals and Events 
• Human Resource Management 
• Law
• Marketing
• Tourism Management 
• Criminology
• Media Communications 
• Business Psychology

Some of the popular courses offered at the university along with their fees for both UG and PG degree levels:

Undergraduate:

Courses	Fees/ year
Bachelor of Law	£15,050
B.A Business and Management	£15,050
B.S Environmental Science	£15,050
B.S Psychology	£15,930
B.S Criminology	£16,150
B.S Computing	£16,150

Postgraduate:

Courses	Fees/ year
M.A Marketing and Brand Management	£15,195
M.Sc Cyber Security	£20,645
M.A Business and Management	£14,540
M.A History	£16,970
M.A Entrepreneurship	£14,540
M.A Accounting	£14,540

Bath Spa University Admission Process

Applicants need to submit an application fee of £22, in order to apply to the University. 

Students must submit an application through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) website in order to enroll in Bath Spa University programs. One year prior to the applicant's desired start date, the application procedure begins. One application can be submitted by students for up to five different university courses.

By providing them with a draft a few weeks before the deadline, teachers can ensure that their students make use of their expert knowledge and are delighted to examine the applications of the students.

Between March and July, applicants can anticipate hearing from the university. Before making a choice, Bath Spa University may as well invite candidates for an interview or audition.

Documents Required for Bath Spa University

The list of all the documents required to take admission to the university:

• High school or secondary diploma from any recognized college or school 
• Bachelor’s degree (for postgraduate applicants)
• Postgraduate degree (for PhD students)
• Copy of Birth Certificate 
• English Language Proficiency Test Scores 
• Statement of purpose 
• Letters of recommendation 
• A copy of the student's passport
• Portfolio 
• ACT/SAT test scores 

Exam Requirements for Bath Spa University

To be admitted to Bath Spa University, international students must submit their exam results in order to study in the UK. The required minimum scores for each exam are:

Test	UG	PG
IELTS	6.0	6.5-7.0
TOEFL iBT	72	75
PTE Level B2	51	-
LanguageCert International ESOL	B2 Communicator Pass	B2 Communicator Pass or Higher

Bath Spa University Cost of Attendance

Some of the popular courses offered at the university along with their fees for both UG and PG degree levels:

Undergraduate:

Courses	Fees/ year
Bachelor of Law	£15,050
B.A Business and Management	£15,050
B.S Environmental Science	£15,050
B.S Psychology	£15,930
B.S Criminology	£16,150
B.S Computing	£16,150

Postgraduate:

Courses	Fees/ year
M.A Marketing and Brand Management	£15,195
M.Sc Cyber Security	£20,645
M.A Business and Management	£14,540
M.A History	£16,970
M.A Entrepreneurship	£14,540
M.A Accounting	£14,540

The accommodation type and costs are provided in the table below:

Accommodation Type	Cost/ week
Standard room with ensuite	£187.00
Premium 1 room with ensuite	£204.00
Premium 2 room with ensuite	£213.00
Classic Studio	£261.50
Premium 1 Studio	£275.00
Premium 2 Studio	£280.00

Available Scholarships for Bath Spa University

To assist students in paying for their education, Bath Spa University offers a variety of scholarships, bursaries, and awards. There are several international scholarships awarded by Bath Spa to its students, and some of these include 

• Commonwealth Shared Scholarship
• International Recruitment Office Scholarship
• The Hall Commonwealth Scholarship
• Royal Commonwealth Society Bath and District Scholarship
• Latin-America Scholarship in Creativity and Culture
• USA Transfer Scholarship

There are several awards for current students as well, and some of these include:

• Doris Southcott Bursary
• Extracurricular Activity Fund
• Final Year Project Fund
• Gunn Chit Ean Scholarship
• Gane Travel Award

Bath Spa University has options for external scholarships along with bursaries such as Bath Spa University PGCE Bursary and Bath Spa University Bursaries. 

Placements at Bath Spa University

Through Bath Spa Works, Bath Spa University collaborates with employers to provide students with worthwhile job and internship opportunities. 

Bath Spa Works is a collection of work-experience programs that includes paid internships, year-long jobs, and temporary curriculum placements. 

The students are urged to take advantage of chances that will provide them with the knowledge, qualities, and contacts they need to advance in their careers. The placement team has identified core competencies that are crucial for the job, including adaptability, analytical thinking, cooperation, communication, and creativity. They especially appreciate employer opportunities.

The average expected salary for graduates at Bath Spa University is listed in the table below:

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