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About Bath Spa University

"Being creative isn’t just about art, music, drama… although that’s part of it. It’s ingrained in the way we teach. Our ethos. All our students are encouraged to be creative problem-solvers – they are enterprising and innovative."

– Professor Sue Rigby, Vice-Chancellor

Bath Spa University offers the opportunity to study in some of the most stunning and inspiring spaces in the UK. From foundation and undergraduate degrees to postgraduate study and research, we’re here to nurture your talent during your time at Bath Spa University – and beyond.

Our people give Bath Spa its heart. Staff bring passion to their teaching and their areas of expertise, inspiring our students to become thinkers, doers and makers. This, along with our visionary courses and focus on student wellbeing, gives Bath Spa students the skills they need to thrive.

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Bath Spa University secures further funding for five new short courses

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Teach First CEO awarded Honorary Doctorate

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Bath Spa University and 3SG launch first social enterprise network in Bath and North East Somerset

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Bath Spa University announces plans for world-leading fashion and sustainability project

Research excellence

With nine dedicated research areas, Bath Spa University is a vibrant and well-connected centre for new ideas.

Nearly 60% of our research was ranked ‘internationally excellent’ or ‘world leading’ according to the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.

Our research has touched on various areas including the wellbeing of social workers, supporting disadvantaged learners, engaging marginalised groups through art, assessing the effects of video games, and emerging digital media technologies.

Our REF results