Find out more about studying social and policy sciences at Bath
Hear from Bath alumni who’ve gone on from social and policy sciences degrees to successful careers in a variety of sectors.
Careers in social and policy sciences Q&A webinar
Deanna, Hridaii, Konstantina, Mark, and Ulysse talk about how their social and policy sciences degrees have kick-started their careers and the skills they gained during their studies that prepared them for these roles.
Well-ranked, great employability prospects
We are known for excellence in teaching and research, and for providing outstanding career preparation.
Prepare for a range of careers
Studying social and policy sciences can help you understand why the world is the way it is. You'll analyse how the decisions we make, as individuals and groups, shape our societies, and how to bring about better futures for people.
Employability is integral to our courses. From teaching informed by up-to-date research to professional placements that allow you to gain real-world experience, we aim to give you the foundation to succeed in a variety of sectors.
Find the right social and policy sciences course for you
A safe, supportive and student-friendly environment
Bath is the 2nd safest university town/city in England and Wales (Complete University Guide, 2025)
Our on-campus Security team and Student Support Advice Service are also available 24/7 to give you peace of mind.
An exciting campus connected to a vibrant city
Our campus, which is on the edge of the city, contains study spaces, shops, and cafés. It's also home to a wide range of sports facilities.
You can travel between the campus and city by foot, bike, car or bus. Transport links from the city centre also mean you're just 90 minutes from London and onward travel to its international airports, too.
When you are in the city, you can experience its many bars and restaurants, music venues, museums, and historically significant architecture.
* The University of Bath ranked 8th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027, 8th in The Guardian University Guide 2027, and 9th in the Complete University Guide 2027.