How we contribute to economic growth:

• 7,100 jobs locally, or 1 in 16 of all jobs in the local area, were supported by University of Bath activities and students
  
• 3,900 staff employed at the University of Bath which is more than 6% of local jobs - making us the second largest employer locally
• £208 million was spent on salaries and £138 million on goods and services
• £11,000 is the average each students spent benefiting the local economy
• £126 million boost to the local economy from student and visitor spending including Open Days and graduations
• £1.3 million visits to the University of Bath Sports Training Village annually

• 20,000+ students from around the world making a significant economic impact with 150,000+ alumni from 170+ countries
• 92% of Bath undergraduates in high-skilled employment within 15 months
• £387 million expected contribution from 2023/24 graduates to long term UK productivity
• 2/3+ Bath graduates taking placement or study abroad years (more on this)
• 150+ students undertaking Vertically Integrated Projects (working with local organisations to tackle real world challenges)
• 1 million+ learners trained in digital skills through through our Institute of Coding (more on this)

• 92% of our research is ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (more on this)
• £50 million received in research funding which is expected to drive UK productivity gains by £20 million+ by 2040
• 57 start-ups and spinout companies launched by University of Bath staff and students, generating £37 million in business income and 525 jobs (more on this)
• 43 high-tech, high-growth companies supported by our award-winning SETsquared programme that together made £15 million in turnover in 2024
• 8+ million rugby players safer due to global changes from our new scrum engagement technique (more on this)
• 109,000 equivalent number of cars taken off the road as a result of our research with Ford which reduced fuel consumption in its engines by 13% (more on this)

• 500+ scholarships and bursaries awarded to support access to Higher Education including our flagship Gold Scholarship Programme
• 80% of students from the most deprived areas achieved a First or 2:1 degree
• 1,000+ students from local schools engaged in outreach, 80% facing disadvantage
• £80,000+ raised by Bath students for local and national causes including £60,000 from the ‘Pack for Good Campaign’ for the British Heart Foundation
• 54,300 local residents attended University of Bath community events
  
• 40% cut in the carbon emissions from our energy use on campus as part of our commitment to cut out total carbon footprint to net zero by 2040

As a family-run business with deep roots in the South West, they greatly value the longstanding relationship with the University. They supply a wide range of essential cleaning chemicals, hygiene products, and equipment to help maintain the cleanliness, safety, and high standards across campus facilities.

Pattersons also shares a strong commitment to sustainability, which is reflected both in the University’s strategic goals and in their own operations, from offering eco-friendly product alternatives to reducing their carbon footprint through greener logistics. Supporting the University in its sustainability efforts is a key part of the partnership and something Pattersons takes pride in.

The University’s commitment to working with local businesses, like Patrersons, not only supports the regional economy, but also helps Pattersons reinvest in their staff, operations, and sustainability initiatives right here in the South West.

Craig Banwell, Key Account Manager, Pattersons, says:

We’re proud to support the University of Bath with reliable, responsive service and sustainable cleaning solutions. As a local family business, our partnership with the University allows us to grow alongside one of the region’s most respected institutions, while reinvesting in local jobs, supply chains, and environmental practices. We also share a strong commitment to sustainability, and we’re pleased to support the University’s goals with eco-conscious product options and greener operations.