Applying to university: supporting your child's UCAS application
4 Oct 2022 6.30pm
Online
A session for parents and guardians of children applying to university courses starting from 2023
Information for Parents
Information to help you support your child through the application process.
Events
Our upcoming events for parents and guardians
Choosing Bath
Bath is a great place to live and study. We'll support your child's academic progress and prepare them for their future career.
Undergraduate virtual experience
If you can't come to visit us right now, there are other ways to connect with us and find out about our courses, campus and students.
Rankings and reputation
Our awards, accolades and league table rankings in university guides.
COVID-19 news
A compilation of news, views and initiatives from University of Bath researchers and our campus community in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Supporting your child to apply to university
Resources to help you support your child/guardian apply to university.
Writing a personal statement for an undergraduate course
A strong personal statement makes all the difference when you're applying for an undergraduate course. It's essential that you plan and write yours carefully.
UCAS guide to applying to university for parents and guardians
A guide for parents and guardians to support students applying to university.
Applying
Guidance and information about the undergraduate application process.
Deciding whether to take a gap year
You may choose to take a year out (gap year) before starting university, to enhance your CV, gain experience or learn new skills.
Important dates for undergraduate applicants starting in 2022
Key dates and deadlines for applying to study an undergraduate course starting in 2022.
Understanding mitigating circumstances for undergraduate applicants
If you an offer holder or are applying for an undergraduate course, find out more about mitigating circumstances and how to tell us about your circumstances.
Parents and families of international students
Find out about visas, fees and studying at Bath as an international student.
Studying at Bath as an international student
Discover what it's like to live and study at the University, from applying and funding your studies to joining our student community.
Guidance videos on UK’s exit from EU
UKCISA, UUK, the NUS and the British Council have created some films to answer your questions about studying in the UK as an EU national post 31 January 2020.
Support stories
Students and parents share some of their experiences of family support in action.
Preparing your child for moving out: cooking, laundry and bills
International student Tanisha is in her second year at Bath. Her mother shared with us all the ways she supported her daughter before she went to university.
Supporting your young adult from afar: wellbeing and mental health
Bath student Sam chats with their parents, Vivienne and Robert, to discuss how they support their mental health.
Supporting your young adult with their studies in a new country
Student Tina Cai's mother talks about all the ways she supports her daughter on her University journey from back home in China.
Finance and Funding
Learn about the costs of studying and find out if your son or daughter is eligible for a bursary, scholarship or student loan.
Student loans for undergraduate courses
If you are studying an undergraduate course, you may be able to take out a loan for your tuition fees and living costs.
Starting university
Information about starting University, including moving into your accomodation.
Moving into campus accommodation for the first time
What you need to do before you leave home, when to arrive on campus, where to park and what to do once you're here.
Moving into University accommodation in the city for the first time
What you need to do before you leave home, when to arrive, and what to do once you're here.
Contact Us
We offer information, advice and guidance to students and their families on accessing Higher Education.