Department of Economics

We conduct high quality research and teaching in economics. Our graduates have excellent employment prospects due to our established industry placements scheme.

Department of Education

We conduct research and teach courses to further our understanding of a range of education-related issues nationally and internationally.

Department for Health

We deliver highly-rated courses in sport, exercise and health, alongside research to promote wellbeing and enhance functional performance.

Department of Politics, Languages & International Studies

We offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees spanning politics, languages, economics, international studies and interpreting.

Department of Psychology

A large and growing team of staff offers expertise in a broad spectrum of psychology topics, which allows our students to work across traditional boundaries.

Department of Social & Policy Sciences

One of the UK's leading centres for social sciences, we offer degrees in sociology, social policy, social work, international development and criminology.

New research project will explore mental health challenges young people face after sporting injuries

This project will explore how injuries impact young people's mental well-being, self-identity, and their journey back to competitive sport.

UK public is becoming more ‘carbon capable’ – here’s what that means

In an article for The Conversation, Professor Lorraine Whitmarsh discusses how the UK public is becoming more "carbon capable".

Study reveals lower school attendance on Fridays in England

Economists from the University of Bath believe that end-of week-absenteeism could be linked to beating bank holiday traffic.

Shared Parental Leave fails to deliver for dads

New research suggests that Shared Parental Leave (SPL) has failed to encourage greater take-up or longer leave by fathers, prompting calls for policy reform.

Political posts on X could harm academics' credibility, new study finds

A new study has revealed that when academics express political opinions on X (formerly Twitter), it can damage how credible the public thinks they are.

Just 10 minutes of mindfulness daily boosts wellbeing and fights depression

New research reveals how short bursts of daily mindfulness can boost wellbeing, combat depression and anxiety, and inspire healthier lifestyle choices.

Enhance your employability with a humanities and social sciences placement

Put your degree into practice and gain vital experience with a placement. Placements can be in the UK or overseas, and some are paid.

Study or work in another country as part of your undergraduate language degree

Experience another culture, enhance your CV and develop your language skills by studying or working abroad during your degree.

Consultancy projects: solve a real-world business challenge as part of your degree

Consultancy projects are an alternative to a traditional dissertation. You will work in a group or alone to complete a project with an external organisation.

Studying abroad as part of your undergraduate degree

Take the option to study at one of our partner universities for one or two semesters and get valuable international experience.

Discovering a placement, winning an award, and securing a graduate job: Claudia’s story

From not knowing what she wanted to do after her Sociology degree, Claudia is ready for the first step in her career after her College of Policing placement.

Preparing for an international career in sport marketing: Yuyang’s story

Yuyang talks about her experience studying Sport Management at Bath and how the master’s has helped her career goals.

How Bath virtual reality research is opening doors: Ben explores VR at Bath

Recent psychology graduate, Ben Cachin, reflects on Virtual Reality research at Bath by speaking to researchers leading the way in this area.

How volunteering led me to a global career in education: Maya’s story

Maya Butovskaya talks about studying MA International Education and Globalisation and her career helping students to go to universities in the US and Europe.

Unlocking a new part of myself while studying in Paris during my degree

Grace spent Year 3 of her BA (Hons) International Politics and Modern Languages degree in Paris. She talks about improving her confidence and language skills.

My award-winning placement at IBM

Simona Koleva, who won the ‘Best Placement Student’ prize at the NUE Awards 2022, talks about studying BSc (Hons) Economics and Politics and her ambitions.

University of Bath receives £11 million to launch a Mental Health Research Group

The research group willl address the urgent mental health needs of the region and increase capacity for applied research.

EU Director-General for Interpretation visits the University of Bath

A delegation met Vice-Chancellor Phil Taylor and interpreting staff and students in the Department of Politics, Languages & International Studies.

Faculty staff volunteer within the local community

Staff from the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences volunteered at Dorothy House, Dyrham Park, Prior Park, and Root Connections.

Prof Felia Allum's news book "Women Of The Mafia" features in New Books Network podcast

In this podcast, Prof Felia Allum unpacks the complex gender dynamics of the Neapolitan criminal underworld, revealing how women are true partners in crime.

‘Places to heal, not to harm’: why brutal prison design kills off hope

In this Guardian Long Read, Prof Yvonne Jewkes explores how thoughtful design can create more humane spaces for prisoners, fostering rehabilitation and hope.

Six subjects earn top 100 status in latest World University Rankings

Bath is named one of the world’s best places to study subjects including architecture, development studies and business, retaining a top 10 position for sport