Admissions information
Please find below information relating to applying to a programme of study. We advise that you check the information contained here. If you have any futher questions, ask Admissions.
The Admissions Policy applies to all University of Bath degree programmes. It contains information and regulations relating to admissions. It also covers applicants to visiting or exchange schemes.
Standard terms and conditions of your offer
The standard terms and conditions of your offer are a legal agreement between you and the University of Bath which set out your rights and responsibilities.
Fee status
How much you will pay for your programme of study depends on whether you are classified as a home/EU student or an overseas student.
Disclosure and Barring Service
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is an executive agency of the Home Office. DBS checks help inform our decisions about applications to study on our Social Work degree programme. It also helps us screen student ambassadors, volunteers and those going on placements involving work with children or vulnerable adults, or those involved in a profession with special responsibilities such as pharmacy.
Policy on applicants with criminal convictions
We actively promote equality of opportunity and we are keen to encourage a diverse student population with a wide range of talents, backgrounds and experiences. Having a criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from gaining admission to the University of Bath. In reaching decisions on those with criminal convictions, the University will consider not only its own responsibilities and duties but also the safety and well-being of the individual and its ability to provide any appropriate support arrangements. This is set out in the Policy on applicants with criminal convictions.
Data Protection guidelines
The Data Protection guidelines give a brief and simple outline of the responsibilities of staff and students under the Data Protection Act 1998.
Student equal opportunities policy
The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunities in accordance with its Charter. It is the University's aim that potential and actual students are treated fairly on the basis of merit regardless of age, disability, family responsibilities, gender, HIV status, marital status, mental health problems, nationality, race, religious or political views or affiliations, sexual orientation, socio-economic background or transsexualism.
Students with disabilities or serious physical or psychiatric medical conditions
We are always happy to receive applications from potential students with particular support needs and we pride ourselves on the quality of our Student Disability Advice team; you are strongly encouraged to contact the Student Disability Advice team in advance to discuss any questions you may have and learn about the support the University can offer you. It is encouraged that you declare any disability on the relevant section of the UCAS form, and in other contacts with the University, so that the University can undertake to arrange appropriate support.
Care leavers
The University of Bath is committed to supporting applicants who are care leavers. The named contact for you at the University is Mark Skinner. Mark can help you link with the Leaving Care Adviser, who is already working with you outside university and support you in accessing other services within the University. Tel: +44 (0)1225 385538
Age on entry
The University has a policy in place relating to the admission and support of students under the age of 18. If you are under 18 at the start of your programme, guidance will be sent to to you. Your parents or guardians will be asked to sign a consent form acknowledging that the University does not have a parental responsibility towards you. If they are outside the UK, they must appoint a guardian for you in the UK.
Gap year and deferred entry
Most of our Departments will consider applicants who intend to take or are currently taking a gap year. If you are applying for a deferred place you will need to make it clear on your UCAS form that your application is for the following year. It is helpful if you provide information about what you intend to do in your gap year, especially where it is relevant to your programme of study. However there are some Departments who do not accept applications for a deferred entry; each Department entry in the on-line prospectus will give a summary of their position.
Widening participation
Our students are from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. We value this diversity highly. To this end, whilst we select on academic performance, we also take into account the context in which applicants have been studying and any factors which might have caused specific difficulties or disruption. The use of contextual information will not result in either an automatic offer of a place or a lower offer to a candidate. However, we are keen to extend the diversity of our student population, particularly encouraging students from backgrounds where no-one in their family has been to university.
Work and Professional Placements
Professional and work placements form an important part of the University of Bath experience for many of our undergraduates and our staff are strongly committed to this aspect of the University's work. They maintain excellent relationships with a wide range of companies and organisations and are always endeavouring to expand these. However placements cannot be guaranteed. Students will usually have to complete an application process akin to application for a permanent position, with an application and interview process and a final decision by the organisation. The posibilities for placement also depend on the ability of our partner companies and organisations to offer places and this, in turn, may be affected by the outlook in their industry or sector. It is also not possible to guarantee that a placement will be paid, or what the salary level will be.
Study abroad
We cannot guarantee that a Period of Study Abroad will be available, or that it will be in a specific country or at a specific institution. These possibilities all depend on factors outside our control, in particular the willingness of our partner universities to accept our students.
Regulations
Our regulations cover all aspects of studying here, from admissions to assessment. They are designed to promote the wellbeing of all students. Section 13, Admissions Regulations for First Degrees, and Section 16, Admissions Regulations and Conditions for the Award of Higher Degrees, are especially relevant to prospective students.
