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THE PERFECT STUDENT CITY
WITH SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

The mix of old and new make Bath a unique place to be.

Living and studying in Bath

Bath is small enough to feel familiar, and big enough to keep surprising you – no wonder thousands of students choose to call Bath home. It’s walkable, with peaceful green spaces, but also has vibrant nightlife and busy café culture. Bath is well-connected to other major cities, but why would you want to leave.

Life in Bath

Your city, your culture

Music, theatre, sport, festivals, galleries, museums; you can find it all in Bath. Jam to the blues at The Bell, cheer on Bath Rugby at the Rec or dance the day away at Bath Carnival – the city has so much to offer.

Culture in Bath

Bath is officially one of the safest cities in the UK.

See it for yourself

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Getting around Bath is a breeze, with the city only a short walk, cycle or bus ride away from our campuses.

We’re well connected

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Big City life On your doorstep

London, Bristol and the South West of England are all within easy reach from Bath by road and rail. Plus we’re located close to Bristol International Airport.

  • 15 minutes by train to Bristol
  • 15 miles from Bristol International Airport
  • 90 minutes by train to London
  • Well connected bus and coach links

see it for yourself

Explore the city you could call home for the next three years, from the relaxing green spaces and chilled coffee shops, to the modern shopping centre and bars and restaurants.

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