Bath Spa Empowers is an annual programme of events and opportunities for students from ethnically diverse backgrounds.

Empowers brings together students from across BSU to build a vibrant, supportive community where cultural identity is celebrated, experiences are shared, and meaningful connections are formed - all while enhancing career prospects through access to valuable opportunities and meets with industry professionals.

The programme includes:

  • Community events that celebrate identity and culture
  • Paid internships
  • Leadership development workshops
  • Talks and networking with industry professionals
  • One-to-one mentoring
  • Career advice and personalised guidance
  • Quarterly newsletters featuring local and national opportunities.

At the core of the Empowers programme is making sure every student has a fair chance to grow professionally and personally, with a particular focus on developing and building confidence and leadership skills.

What's On This Year?

Visit the Empowers MyCareer page to express an interest in the programme and to see full details of upcoming events, internships, and more.

FAQs

Empowers is intended for Bath Spa University and Bath Spa University London students as well as recent graduates from ethnically diverse backgrounds.

No, you can access the Empowers programme offer across multiple years.