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Study abroad at Bath

Bath

Overview

  • Population

    95,000

  • Universities

    2

  • Summer / Winter Temperature

    Summer: 18°C–23°C / Winter: 2°C–9°C

Why study at Bath

Bath is an iconic UNESCO World Heritage city in southwest England, internationally celebrated for its honey-colored Georgian architecture (The Royal Crescent and Circus), ancient Roman Baths, natural thermal springs, and prestigious academic excellence. Bath is home to the elite University of Bath (founded in 1966 by royal charter, ranked top 5 in the UK by The Guardian University Guide and The Times Good University Guide, named 'University of the Year', with Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework TEF). The University of Bath is globally renowned for its School of Management (EQUIS/AMBA-accredited, ranked #1 in the UK for Marketing and Business Studies), Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering (ranked #1 in the UK), Department of Computer Science and AI, Faculty of Engineering and Design, and world-class Sports Training Village (Team Bath Olympic hub), alongside Bath Spa University (renowned for Creative Arts and Humanities). Over 70% of undergraduate students complete prestigious paid industrial placements with global corporations (Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, Nike, Airbus). International students benefit from extreme safety, vibrant cultural heritage, and direct UK Student Visa (CAS) support.

Fees

Tuition fees in Bath for international undergraduate students at the University of Bath range between £21,500 and £27,500 per academic year for Management, Economics, Computer Science, and Engineering, while postgraduate Master's degrees range from £22,000 to £29,500 per year (with generous international scholarships such as the Chancellor's Scholarship and Deans Award offering up to £5,000–£10,000 tuition fee waivers). Campus residential halls on Claverton Down campus (The Quads, Woodland Court, Polden) cost between £550 and £950 per month (inclusive of all utility bills and Wi-Fi), while private rental student flats in Bath city center, Oldfield Park, and Widcombe range from £650 to £1,200 per month. General monthly living expenses range between £850 and £1,450.

Cost of Living

CategoryCost (Pound sterling)
University on-campus student residence (The Quads / Woodland Court - monthly)£750
Rent, 1-bed private flat in Bath City Centre / Pulteney Street£1,175
Rent, 1-bed apartment in Oldfield Park / Moorland Road (student hub)£900
Utilities (heating, electricity, gas, water - private flat)£200
Internet (fiber optic high-speed home broadband unlimited - Virgin/BT)£35
Mobile phone plan (high 5G/4G data & calls - EE/Vodafone/O2)£19
Monthly public transport & First Bus Unibus pass (Direct U1 bus to campus every 5 min)£65
Monthly grocery & dining budget (Sainsbury's / Waitrose / M&S / Lidl)£365
Coffee / Beverage in café near Roman Baths / Bath Abbey£4
Cinema ticket (Odeon Cinema / The Little Theatre Cinema)£11

Admission requirements

  • Academic Qualifications & UCAS / Direct Master's Application

    Certified secondary school certificate (A-Levels, International Baccalaureate IB, or recognized Foundation Year for international students) or Bachelor's degree with certified English translation and competitive grades.

  • English Language Proficiency (IELTS Academic / PTE / TOEFL iBT)

    IELTS Academic (minimum 6.5–7.0 with no band below 6.0; 7.0 for Management and Architecture), PTE Academic (62–69+), or TOEFL iBT (90–100+).

Student Visa

International non-UK students require a UK Student Visa (formerly Tier 4). The University of Bath issues the electronic Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) upon acceptance of unconditional offer and tuition deposit. Applicants submit the CAS statement, proof of financial maintenance funds (minimum £1,023 per month for up to 9 months outside London), and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) for full NHS healthcare coverage.

How to Study

1

Choose your degree program at University of Bath (School of Management, Architecture, Engineering, Computer Science).

2

Submit your application via UCAS (for undergraduate) or Bath Application Portal (for Master's) before deadlines with transcripts, references, and English scores.

3

Receive your Conditional/Unconditional Offer Letter and pay the tuition fee deposit.

4

The university issues your electronic Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).

5

Apply for your UK Student Visa online and attend your biometric appointment at VFS/TLScontact.

6

Travel to Bristol Airport (BRS - 40 min to Bath) or London Heathrow (LHR - 80 min direct GWR train from Paddington), check into your campus accommodation, and attend international welcome week.