The University of Bath Strategy 2021 to 2026
Our strategy to drive excellence in education and high-impact research, foster an outstanding and inclusive community, and enhance our strategic partnerships.
About the University
We received our Royal Charter in 1966 and are now established as a top 10 UK university with a reputation for research and teaching excellence.
Our university ranking
We're highly ranked in independent league tables for overall performance, student satisfaction and graduate employment.
The University Strategy
Find out about the University of Bath Strategy 2021 to 2026, including our Mission and our Vision.
Getting here and contacting us
How to find us and get in touch with our academic and support staff.
University of Bath, Claverton Down campus
The University's main campus is located in Claverton Down, on the east side of Bath.
Travel advice
How to get to the city of Bath and the University campus.
Contacting the University
Contact details for our central facilities, teams and departments.
Media Centre
Information for journalists, bloggers and online commentators including latest news, research and facts and figures from the University of Bath.
Facts, figures and dates
Semester dates and facts and figures about the University.
Academic year dates
Key dates for current and upcoming academic years.
Facts and figures
Statistics and facts about our student population, research, campus and alumni.
Rankings and reputation
Information about our awards and league table rankings, student population and employability figures.
University of Bath awarded triple Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
Bath achieved Gold awards, the highest possible, for the overall assessment and the two underpinning assessments of student outcomes and student experience.
Our results in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
More than 90% of Bath research submitted to REF 2021 was defined as world-leading or internationally excellent.
Governance, leadership and management structure
The structure of our governing bodies, Senior Management team and Academic Leadership team.
Governance
Our governance structure and the roles and responsibilities of the Council, Senate and associated statutory bodies.
Chancellor
The Chancellor is the ceremonial head of the University and one of its most prominent ambassadors.
Executive team
The Vice-Chancellor and the Executive team manage the University and lead on key strategies and projects.
Our academic leadership
Senior staff within our faculties and departments.
Faculties and Departments
We have three Faculties, one School, 16 Departments and three Institutes.
Research centres and groups
Our research spans a number of fields and we work together in cross-disciplinary groups.
Community
Find out how the University works with local and global communities.
Public lectures
View our upcoming public lectures and register to attend.
Sanctuary at Bath
More people than ever are forced to flee conflict and persecution to find safety and sanctuary. Find out how we're working to help refugees and asylum seekers.
Climate change and the University of Bath
How we are tackling climate change, through cutting emissions and embedding climate action in how we do business, leading research and high quality teaching.
The economic impact of the University
An independent analysis of the economic contribution the University makes to the UK and the local community.
Public lectures on Soundcloud
Listen to the Minerva Series of public lectures for free on Soundcloud.
Public Lecture mailing list registration
Sign up to our Public Lecture mailing list to get information on upcoming lectures.
Partnerships and collaborations
From irrigation solutions in South Africa, to a research alliance with other major universities, find out more about our partnerships of global significance.
The GW4 Alliance
We're one of four research-intensive universities based in the South West (Great West) region of the UK who make up the GW4 Alliance.
Water research in South Africa could improve irrigation systems worldwide
Our researchers are working with Stellenbosch University to investigate the cause of blockages in irrigation piping networks in a South African reservoir.
The search for tomorrow's champions
A late start to puberty can mean talented athletes are overlooked. Our researcher is working with the Premier League to harness young players' true potential.
Ethics
Our commitments to development and our ethics, including Freedom of Information and how we look after personal data.
Our ethical framework
An overview of our commitment to carrying out research, teaching and business activities within a comprehensive ethical framework.
How to submit a Freedom of Information request
You can make a request for any recorded information held by the University, subject to relevant exemptions.
Data Protection Act
The terms and scope of the Data Protection Act and how they apply to the University.
Annual Report and Accounts and access agreements
What we have achieved, how we invest funds into our continued development, and how we enhance student access to the University.
Annual Report and Accounts
The University's Annual Report and Accounts for the year ended 31 July 2020, including the financial report and the strategic and operational review.
Financial statements and annual reports
Our latest annual report and accounts, as well as financial statements and annual reports from previous years.
University of Bath access and participation plans
Our Access Agreements and Access Participation plans from previous years.
Our history
Find out how we were founded, how we have developed and prospered, and read about some of our notable alumni.
The story of the University
Where we came from and where we are going, from our origins in Bristol to the principles guiding us into the future.
Journey through our archives - 50 remarkable years
Footage and photographs from each decade since we received our Royal Charter in 1966.
Our notable alumni
Read about former students who have gone on to achieve great things in business, politics, sports, arts and academia.
Our honorary graduates 1966 to present
The names of our honorary graduates and the degrees they were awarded since the foundation of the University in 1966.
Explore the University
Explore our campus with a virtual tour.
Virtual campus tour
Take a virtual tour of our campus, including the student accommodation buildings, teaching rooms, laboratories, and Sports Training Village.
About us
The University of Bath was established on Claverton Down in Bath in 1966. We are a campus university in the South West of England. Bath is only 1 hour and 25 minutes away from London by train.
We offer courses in engineering, humanities, management, science and social science.
Social media
The following accounts represent the University on social media. Follow us and find out what's going on at Bath.