About us

Developing socially-minded citizens

We develop talent, create opportunities and offer support so our students and alumni can reach their full potential. From supporting creative careers at our EMERGE studio, broadening students' horizons with our Certificate in Global Citizenship and showcasing live performances of original works at our annual SparkFest, our students and alumni create and achieve amazing things.

Our students develop their social responsibility and sustainability values whilst studying with us, from exploring ethical practices and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals to integrating social responsibility into their marketing strategies, preparing them to lead with impact to local and international communities.

Research that makes a difference

We conduct 'world-leading' research that delivers social, cultural and economic impact. Whether it's an app to improve the wellbeing of social workers, a whole-school approach to supporting disadvantaged learners or using a unique form of illustration of sports events to engage marginalised groups, we're proud to see our research having a positive and real-world impact.

Fostering economic and cultural development

We’re proud of our partnerships with employers, cultural organisations, academics, and alumni, in Bath and beyond. Together, we support our community, students, and staff through initiatives such as creating new arts spaces, providing affordable maker and exhibition areas, and offering free access to art activities and essential resources.

Creating a campus that cares

It doesn’t stop with the people – we recognise and cherish the unique spaces in which we learn and work. With our detailed sustainability strategy and climate pledge, we're managing our environmental impacts and encouraging the Bath Spa community to pave the way in making a necessary change.

Partner colleges

We work with other fantastic colleges and institutions so that you can benefit from an even broader range of courses, diverse facilities, and specialist staff – no matter your field of study.

If you choose one of these specialist courses, you'll be based at the partner college and you'll have access to their facilities – as well as Bath Spa facilities such as the Library and the Students' Union.

Global Academy of Liberal Arts

The Global Academic of Liberal Arts (GALA) is a global network of creativity spanning national and cultural boundaries to broaden the experience of students and staff.

The first network of its kind, GALA was created by Bath Spa University's former Vice-Chancellor, Professor Christina Slade, to bring together Liberal Arts providers from around the world.

Santander Universities

Bath Spa University has been a partner of Santander Universities since 2014. The partnership offers students and staff a series of academic and employability opportunities funded by the bank. These include:

• Mobility scholarships for staff and students of the University to study or conduct research overseas
• Support for enterprise and entrepreneurial initiatives/projects
• Part-funded internships opportunities with local SMEs

Our people

We're a community of educators, makers, entrepreneurs, thinkers, innovators and leaders. Our students, staff and alumni create and achieve amazing things, and with us, you can too.

Our students and alumni

We've caught up with some of our students and graduates, so you can find out more about their University experiences and where their decision to study at Bath Spa has taken them.