Explore the influence of nature and culture on our world.
in the overall rankings for Nutrition and Food Science (Guardian University Guide 2025)
for Satisfaction with Teaching in Nutrition and Food Science (Guardian University Guide 2025)
for Student Experience in Food Science (Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)
for Satisfaction with Feedback in Biology (Guardian University Guide 2025)
for Value Added in Criminology (Guardian University Guide 2025)
for Value Added in Sociology (Guardian University Guide 2025)
Through our teaching practices and research methodologies we question, explore, observe and investigate pressing issues and complex challenges in areas from creative social justice and environmental sustainability, to health and wellbeing for individuals groups and populations at local, national and global levels.
We collaborate with others to produce specialised and interdisciplinary evidence to implement, promote and inform solutions to create genuine impact. We equip students with the theoretical and applied knowledge, experience, and skills to develop critically engaged, ethically-minded, and effective graduates.
Explore our teaching and research across our areas of speciality in Biology, Criminology, Geography and the Environment, Psychology, and Sociology.
Our staff offer an unrivelled combination of expertise through both industry and academic experience.
Our teaching practice is balanced with engagement with the outside world, including international field trips, field work, and engagement with community projects.
You can’t explore the world without hands on practice. That’s why over the past five years, we have invested in renovating and updating our Science laboratories to give you access to state of the art lab, workshop, and field equipment - everything you need to satisfy any curiosity and develop transferable skills for your future career.
Labs and workshops
Research within the School of Sciences engages with the outside world through continued partnership and funding with major research bodies and organisations, including the Wellcome Collections, ESRC (Economics and Social Research Council), UGC-UKIERI, and the NHS.
"The modules I chose gave me a great footing for going into consultancy; most of my colleagues have needed a Masters degree to get into consultancy, but clearly a BSc from Bath Spa is well thought of!"
Ewan Gibson, BSc (Hons) Environmental Science graduate
Environmental Science graduate Angelica took part in the Quarry Life Awards (QLA), where she, along with other students and members of staff, investigated sand properties for sand lizard breeding in Dorset with the hope of informing the creation of receptor sites elsewhere. Her valuable experience gave her a good insight into what working in the field as a research assistant is like.
Read Angelica’s story
Biology student Briony Carter won a competition, which is open to students returning to their institutions after a placement, or work experience, during the previous academic year. She tells us why placement years are invaluable for helping decide if your chosen career is right for you.
Read Briony’s story
Dr Stephanie Greson shares how her extensive industry experience has inspired her to mentor students, helping them to prepare for careers in ecology.
Read Steph’s story
"The combination of creativity and systematic learning creates an atmosphere where learning can truly flourish."
Michele Garibbo, BSc (Hons) Psychology graduate
As an Adobe Creative Campus, all Bath Spa students have access to the entire Adobe Creative Suite of elite industry-leading apps, including Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Express and more.
With the ability to amplify your digital fluency from the moment you join Bath Spa, you’ll have the space to develop a wealth of indispensable skills to help you in your studies, and in the world of work.
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