About the University
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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.
Ranked 7th in the UK by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
Awarded triple Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
Ranked 8th in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2026
Ranked 8th overall by the Complete University Guide 2026
Ranked in the top 150 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026
Our strategy to drive excellence in education and high-impact research, foster an outstanding and inclusive community, and enhance our strategic partnerships.
The University's main campus is located in Claverton Down, on the east side of Bath.
How to get to the city of Bath and the University campus.
Contact details for our central facilities, teams and departments.
Information for journalists, bloggers and online commentators including latest news, research and facts and figures from the University of Bath.
Key dates for current and upcoming academic years.
Statistics and facts about our student population, research, campus and alumni.
Bath achieved Gold awards, the highest possible, for the overall assessment and the two underpinning assessments of student outcomes and student experience.
More than 90% of Bath research submitted to REF 2021 was defined as world-leading or internationally excellent.
Our governance structure and the roles and responsibilities of the Council, Senate and associated statutory bodies.
The Chancellor is the ceremonial head of the University and one of its most prominent ambassadors.
The Vice-Chancellor and the Executive team manage the University and lead on key strategies and projects.
Senior staff within our faculties and departments.
We have three Faculties, one School, 16 Departments and three Institutes.
Our research spans a number of fields and we work together in cross-disciplinary groups.
View our upcoming public lectures and register to attend.
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.
Our journey towards a better future is one we take together. Be part of our whole-institution approach to sustainability.
An independent analysis of the economic contribution the University makes to the UK and the local community.
Listen to the Minerva Series of public lectures for free on Soundcloud.
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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.
Our researchers are working with Stellenbosch University to investigate the cause of blockages in irrigation piping networks in a South African reservoir.
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.
An overview of our commitment to carrying out research, teaching and business activities within a comprehensive ethical framework.
You can make a request for any recorded information held by the University, subject to relevant exemptions.
The terms and scope of the Data Protection Act and how they apply to the University.
The University's Annual Accounts, including key performance indicators, equality objectives, and financial statements.
Our latest annual report and accounts, as well as financial statements and annual reports from previous years.
Our Access Agreements and Access Participation plans from previous years.
Where we came from and where we are going, from our origins in Bristol to the principles guiding us into the future.
Footage and photographs from each decade since we received our Royal Charter in 1966.
Read about former chancellors of the University, from 1966 to 2013.
Read about former students who have gone on to achieve great things in business, politics, sports, arts and academia.
The names of our honorary graduates and the degrees they were awarded since the foundation of the University in 1966.
Take a virtual tour of our campus, including the student accommodation buildings, teaching rooms, laboratories, and Sports Training Village.