Parents and supporters – Bath Spa University

Parents and supporters

We're here to help you to support your student through their journey to Higher Education.

It's great that your student is thinking about joining Bath Spa University. Whether they’re just starting to think about studying at university, or are half-way through the application process, it’s natural to have lots of questions and concerns.

We hope the pages here will provide you with lots of useful information and resources to support your student take their next steps. Please sign up for updates if you’d like to hear more from us.

Key dates for 2024 applications

Undergraduate applications open 16 May 2023
Applications can be submitted to UCAS 5 September 2023
UCAS application deadline 31 January 2024
UCAS Extra 28 February - 30 June 2024
Open Days 19 October 2024
6 November 2024
30 November 2024
11 January 2024
Accommodation application deadline 30 June 2024
Clearing 5 July - 17 October 2024
A-level results day 15 August 2024

Key dates for 2025 applications

Undergraduate applications open 14 May 2024
Applications can be submitted to UCAS 3 September 2024
UCAS application deadline 29 January 2025
UCAS Extra 26 February - 4 July 2025
Open Days 19 October 2024
6 November 2024
30 November 2024
11 January 2024
Accommodation application deadline 30 June 2025
Clearing 5 July - 20 October 2025

Useful links

Professional Placement Year

Your student can apply for a four-year course which includes a Professional Placement Year (PPY) – sometimes known as a 'sandwich year'.

  • All undergraduate students can take a PPY between their second and third year, working a minimum of 900 hours for a professional organisation.
  • Placements are self-sourced but your student will have access to a high level of support during their first and second year, including workshops, 1-to-1 appointments and timetabled support.
  • A Professional Placement Year can make a big difference to your student's CV, their networking opportunities, their skillset and their future career.

Learn more about the PPY

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