Study Abroad

Welcome to Bath Spa University’s Study Abroad Programme!

Studying abroad is one of the most exciting decisions you may ever take in your academic career and where better to begin your international experience that Bath Spa University?

Not only will you have the opportunity to enjoy one of the best parts of England, your experience will count to your home degree. You can apply for Bath Spa University's Study Abroad programme if your institution does not have a formal agreement. Most study abroad students pre-approval their module selection with their home institution during the application process. 

Why study abroad at Bath Spa University?

  • Study in Bath, England’s only UNESCO World Heritage city and one of the most desirable places to live. 
  • Study in perhaps the UK’s most beautiful campus, leased from Royal estate of the Prince of Wales and consisting of historic buildings with modern facilities. How often do you get to take classes in a 14th century castle building?
  • Experience a friendly university with small class sizes - you will study alongside UK and international students.
  • Choose from a range of modules with a focus on creativity, culture and enterprise. You can select modules that relate to your major, minor or general education.
  • Safe and secure - Bath was voted the safest student city two years running.
  • Easy to travel around the UK, Europe and beyond - you can make the most of your study abroad experience.
  • Partake in the special Global Citizenship Certificate programme , written especially for visiting students and allowing you the opportunity to bring social and community endevours into your studies.

Who can apply for the Study Abroad programme? 

Bath Spa University's Study Abroad programme is open to all !

  • You can join the Study Abroad programme if there is no formal agreement between Bath Spa and your home institution. You can apply direct to the International Relations office.
  • If your home institution has a formal agreement with Bath Spa, you can apply through your academic advisor or home institution's Study Abroad office.
  • If your home institution has an exchange partnership, but has run out of places, you can apply for the Study Abroad programme as an alternative option. 
  • You can also apply for the programme is you are a EU student who can not secure an Erasmus placement and are looking at alternative options. You can apply direct to the International Relations office. 

Explore the Study Abroad pages to find out more about the programme, housing, student life, support and services, costs and how to apply. 

We look forward to welcoming you to Bath Spa University.

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