Our Shared City, Bath's student community partnership
As part of the Student Community Partnership, we support Bath's residents and students and campaign for neighbourly relations, safety and sustainability.
Our place in the community
How we contribute to the economic, social, environmental and cultural life of the region, and how residents, schools and businesses can benefit.
Working with the community
See some of the ways our staff and students are involved with the community in and around Bath, including partnerships with community groups and collaborations with local organisations.
Local views sought on natural burials
Visiting Research Fellow at the Centre for Death & Society, Aki Miyazawa, is keen to hear from local people with experiences of natural burials.
Student-led volunteering groups
Our students' union volunteer groups are set up and run by students at the University to help members of the local community.
Federation of Bath Residents' Associations
The University and students' union are associate members of the Federation of Bath Residents' Associations (FoBRA).
University of Bath and B&NES Council launch “Our Shared Future”
The initiative will bring together skills, knowledge and expertise from across the city to explore possibilities and address challenges in Bath and the region.
Community Award nominations now open
Nominate your colleagues, team or organisation in the Bath and North East Somerset Community Awards 2019/20
Reducing our environmental impact
Find out how we're reducing the University's environmental impact through ethical food sourcing, waste management, generating our own sustainable energy, and raising awareness of how staff and students can help.
Ethical and responsible food sourcing
The University's commitment to using and selling Fairtrade products and purchasing local and responsibly-sourced ingredients.
Student Switch Off
Student Switch Off is an international campaign aiming to reduce our carbon footprint and its contribution to climate change.
Leave No Trace
Discover how you can help reduce your environmental impact by taking part in some of the University's recycling and waste management initiatives.
Industry collaboration brings low-carbon engines to mass markets
Alongside Ashwoods Automotive, our researchers have developed a mass-market-ready low-carbon diesel hybrid engine.
University of Bath to develop ambitious Climate Action Framework
Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ian White, has announced that the University will develop the Framework after agreement from the University’s Executive Board.
Annual energy usage and environment reports
Reports on our progress in meeting our sustainability targets.
Helping local children prepare for the future
See how local schools and colleges collaborate with us to support their students, inspiring them to pursue further study and careers.
Inspire your students with our school outreach activities
We offer fun, hands-on educational chemistry activities. Learn how your school science students can benefit from our outreach programme.
On Track to Bath
On Track to Bath is a free one-year curriculum enhancement programme for local A level students to support entry to higher education.
Women in Engineering
Our Women in Engineering initiative provides information and highlights opportunities for aspiring female engineers.
Engineering and design taster talk series
From ancient architectural concepts to the electronics of the future. Five talks under five minutes for your school class.
Mathematics outreach activities
We offer a range of activities to local schools, colleges and communities.
Come to public events
Find out about our public events on and off campus, including lectures and conferences.
Brexit and the future governance of the United Kingdom
21 Jan 2020 5.15pm
Lecture Theatre 1.1,
East Building,
University of Bath
Listen to Philip Rycroft, former Permanent Secretary at the Department for Exiting the European Union, discuss Brexit and the future of the UK.
Beyond the car: future mobility in Bath
3 Feb 2020 9.30am
Guildhall,
Bath
A workshop exploring what the transportation environment in Bath would look like if residents didn't need to use a car and how this could be achieved.
Use our facilities
As a member of public, you can use many of the University's facilities, including The Edge arts hub, Sports Training Village, Library, Innovation Centre, and a range of cafes, restaurants, bars and shops catering for all tastes.
Sports facilities
Open all week, the Sports Training Village is a sport and fitness centre with a gym, a swimming pool, and coaching, physiotherapy and sport science services.
Arts at The Edge
Visit The Edge, our arts hub on campus, featuring dance, music, theatre, visual arts, science, film, classes and exhibitions.
Food and drink
The University's restaurants, bars, cafes and shops on campus.
Conferences & Events
From exhibitions and dinners, to celebrations and conferences, the University of Bath is a great place to hold any event.
Innovation Centre
The Innovation Centre offers meeting rooms for University staff and the public to hire.
Guest Accommodation
Book a room in our accommodation on the Claverton Down campus.
Learn something new
Come to a public lecture to hear the latest insights on a range of topics, or learn a new language on one of our public courses.
Minerva public lecture series
A series of lectures run by the University, looking at the latest insights into the big issues of today and those that will shape the world of the future.
Foreign Languages courses for members of the general public and staff
Find out what language courses we offer and information on how to enrol.
Watch Minerva public lectures
See videos of our Minerva public lectures and hear about the latest insights on a range of topics like the environment, politics and healthcare.
Online postgraduate study
Study for a master’s degree 100% online, around your existing work and lifestyle commitments, from wherever you choose.
Free online courses
Take one of our free online courses through FutureLearn to learn new skills, pursue your interests or advance your career.
Improve your health and fitness
Come and use our renowned £30m Sports Training Village (STV), with gym and sports, coaching, physiotherapy and sport science services.
Casual and competitive sport
Discover the range of sports you can do, whatever your level, at the Sports Training Village (STV), including gymnastics, football, swimming, tennis and squash.
Fitness classes and coaching
Join one of our exercise classes, test your fitness levels in the Sport Science Lab, and consult a personal trainer or strength coach to improve your fitness.
Children's sport
Find out about children's sport at the Sports Training Village, including after-school sessions, athlete development, holiday camps and school visits.
Physiotherapy and sport science
Find out about getting treatment or therapy for an injury, as well as sports massages, strength and conditioning, and guidance on sports nutrition.
Sports facilities
Open all week, the Sports Training Village is a sport and fitness centre with a gym, a swimming pool, and coaching, physiotherapy and sport science services.
Health and fitness qualifications
Start your training to become a health and fitness professional, learning from our team of elite practitioners and educators.
Join our creative community
Visit The Edge, our arts hub on campus, featuring dance, music, theatre, visual arts, science, film, classes and exhibitions.
Arts events and exhibitions
Find out what's on at The Edge and plan your visit.
Creative learning
Learn something creative, though classes, workshops, discussions and artists' talks, including free exhibition tours for schools, colleges and community groups.
Our artistic community
Join an active, creative environment at The Edge, where you can arrange talks or tours for local groups, hire rooms, and get a local residents' Art Pass.
Arts activities for schools and colleges
Help children get enthusiastic about the arts by arranging tours, talks and tailored workshops at The Edge.
CAFE
A modern and stylish cafe in The Edge arts and management building.
Take part in our research
Help us carry out research that improves lives and changes the world by volunteering as a study participant, coming to a public engagement event, or forming business partnerships with our researchers.
Research Partnerships
Work with the University to develop relationships with innovative scientists and researchers.
Public Engagement Unit
We facilitate public engagement for our research students and staff to build links with the public.
Take part in our study and exercise your way to a healthier vitamin D status
We need volunteers to help us show that exercise can improve vitamin D levels and overall health, and that we don’t need to lose weight to get these benefits.
The Institute for Advanced Automotive Propulsion Systems
Delivering future generations of clean and efficient vehicles.
Research facilities available for academic use, industry and businesses
Research facilities are available for testing and analysing research, with expert support from university staff.
Build your business
Work with us to improve your business, find future employees, and develop your workforce's skills through training.
Student engagement, employability and recruitment
Discover how engaging with our students through placements, projects, societies and employment can help attract and retain the talent your organisation needs.
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) is a UK wide programme which enables companies to access knowledge, skills and technology from UK Universities.
Enterprise & Innovation
Exchanging ideas and knowledge to bridge the gap between complex academic research, commercial application and business creation.
Sponsor a School of Management undergraduate project and get help with your business issue
By sponsoring a Final Year Project, your company can work with high-quality BSc Business students to examine your business issue.
Employer training and Continuous Professional Development
Develop your workforce with our Executive Education opportunities or use our facilities to host your next event.
Join the Change Management Forum - where theory and practice meet
The School of Management's Change Management Forum brings industry professionals and academics together to share knowledge and discuss business issues.
Supporting the local economy
Find out about the Bath institutions we're involved with and how we provide funding, expertise and support to contribute to the local economy.
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution (BRLSI)
BRLSI supports the promotion and advancement of science, literature and art in Bath. We nominate two members of staff to sit as Directors on the Board at BRLSI.
City of Bath World Heritage Site
This organisation celebrates and protects the city's status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One member of the University staff sits on the Advisory Board.
The Holburne Museum
The Museum's aim is to encourage the enjoyment of art. We nominate one member of staff as a trustee of the Museum.
Bath Preservation Trust
The Trust promotes high standards of planning and architecture in Bath through conservation, education and museums. We are corporate members of the Trust.
Bath Institute for Rheumatic Diseases (BIRD)
BIRD was formed in 1975 by the Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases (RNHRD) and the University of Bath. It became an independent charity in 1981.
The economic impact of the University
An independent analysis of the economic contribution the University makes to the UK and the local community.
Where we are
Our buildings and facilities in the city centre, including those available for the public to use.
Get in touch
We're always looking for new ways to contribute to the community. If you have comments about our work or an idea for a way to collaborate, we'd love to hear from you.