About the university
Bath Spa University traces its roots to the Bath School of Art, founded in 1852. It teaches art and design, creative writing, music, education, business, computing and social sciences, at Newton Park, Sion Hill and Locksbrook campuses in Bath and at BSU London sites in Canary Wharf and Hackney.
Bath Spa is best known for creative subjects, especially creative writing, design and the creative industries. The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 named it University of the Year for Social Inclusion.
Indian students look at Bath Spa for one-year master's courses in computing, AI, cyber security, business and law, and for the MBA at its London campus in Hackney. Fees for 2027/28 are £18,355 to £20,940 for most master's courses, and an automatic £2,000 scholarship (£4,000 for the London MBA) is applied for eligible international students.
- Founded
- 1852, as the Bath School of Art (THE profile)
- Type
- Public university
- Campuses
- Newton Park, Sion Hill and Locksbrook in Bath; BSU London sites in Canary Wharf and Hackney
- Intakes
- September for most courses; February and September for MA Business and Management and the London MBA
- Course length
- Bachelor's 3 years (4 with a placement year); master's 1 year full time
Rankings
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
=92nd of 130 UK universities
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
MSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)
- Fee / year
- £19,685
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September (2027 entry)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each skill) for most master's courses
- Postgraduate
MSc Computer Science (Conversion)
- Fee / year
- £19,685
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September (2027 entry)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each skill) for most master's courses
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £19,685
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September (2027 entry)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each skill) for most master's courses
- Postgraduate
MBA (Bath Spa University London, Hackney)
- Fee / year
- £21,520
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- February 2027; September 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each sub-test)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,355
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- February 2027; September 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.0 to 7.0 overall (5.5 in each component)
- Postgraduate
MA Marketing and Brand Management
- Fee / year
- £18,355
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September (2027 entry)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each component)
- Postgraduate
LLM International Commercial Law
- Fee / year
- £18,355
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September (2027 entry)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each sub-test)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £20,350
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September (2027 entry)
- English
- IELTS 7.0 (6.0 in each component)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) | 1 year (full time) | £19,685 | ≈ ₹24 lakh |
| MSc Computer Science (Conversion) | 1 year (full time) | £19,685 | ≈ ₹24 lakh |
| MSc Cyber Security | 1 year (full time) | £19,685 | ≈ ₹24 lakh |
| MBA (Bath Spa University London, Hackney) | 1 year (full time) | £21,520 | ≈ ₹26.3 lakh |
| MA Business and Management | 1 year (full time) | £18,355 | ≈ ₹22.4 lakh |
| MA Marketing and Brand Management | 1 year (full time) | £18,355 | ≈ ₹22.4 lakh |
| LLM International Commercial Law | 1 year (full time) | £18,355 | ≈ ₹22.4 lakh |
| MA Creative Writing | 1 year (full time) | £20,350 | ≈ ₹24.8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Bath Spa University with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Three-year bachelor's or one-year master's at Bath; MBA at the London campus
International Recruitment Office Scholarship
Value: £2,000 (Bath courses) or £4,000 (London MBA)
Eligibility: International students from outside the UK who have accepted their offer, pay full international fees and study full time. Awarded automatically.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - One undergraduate and one postgraduate student
Hall Commonwealth Scholarship
Value: See the scholarship page
Eligibility: Students from an international Commonwealth country (India is a Commonwealth country).
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Up to three undergraduate or postgraduate students
Royal Commonwealth Society Bath and District Scholarship
Value: See the scholarship page
Eligibility: Students from an international Commonwealth country.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Bath Spa accepts a wide range of international qualifications; check the course page and contact admissions for how your Class 12 results are assessed.
- Apply through UCAS (institution code B20).
Postgraduate
- Most master's courses ask for a good honours degree; MSc Computer Science (Conversion) and MA Business and Management accept any subject.
- MSc Cyber Security and the AI pathway prefer a computing-related degree, and maths at GCSE level or above is essential for AI.
- First-year international students must pay tuition in full on or before arrival.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (for master's)
- English test score
- Personal statement
- Portfolio or writing sample for creative courses
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Most undergraduate courses: 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill. Most master's courses: 6.5 with 5.5 in each skill; some need 6.0 in each skill or 7.0 overall. |
| PTE Academic | 59 overall (Reading and Listening 50, Speaking and Writing 55) for courses needing IELTS 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | For IELTS 6.0 courses: 72 overall for tests before 21 January 2026, or 4 overall on the new scale |
| Duolingo English Test | 110 overall with 100 in each component for IELTS 6.0 courses |
| LanguageCert Academic | 65 overall with 60 in each component (in-person tests only) |
Accommodation and living costs
Bath Spa offers university halls at Newton Park and in Bath (39-week contracts) and partner halls run by UNITE and iQ (44-week contracts). Prices below are 2026/27 weekly rents; check the hall pages for what each rent includes.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Village, standard room with shared bathroom (39 weeks) | £154per week | ≈ ₹18,788 |
| University halls, en suite room (Lakeside, Bankside House, Gardens; 39 weeks) | £184–208per week | ≈ ₹22,448 – ₹25,376 |
| University halls, studio (39 weeks) | £249per week | ≈ ₹30,378 |
| Partner halls (UNITE Charlton Court and Waterside Court, iQ Twerton Mill; 44 weeks) | £205–310per week | ≈ ₹25,010 – ₹37,820 |
Campus and location
Bath Spa has three campuses in Bath (Newton Park, Sion Hill and Locksbrook) and BSU London sites in Hackney and Canary Wharf. The Architecture (MArch) course is taught at Locksbrook.
- University halls at Lakeside Village, Bankside House and Gardens.
- Locksbrook Campus hosts the Architecture (MArch) course.
- BSU London sites in Canary Wharf and Hackney.
- Fairtrade University status and certified member of Social Enterprise UK.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Many bachelor's courses offer a professional placement year. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide for the rules.
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FAQs
How much is a master's at Bath Spa in 2027/28?
Classroom-based master's courses cost £18,355, lab or studio-based ones (including computing and AI) £19,685, and design courses £20,940. The London MBA is £21,520. An automatic £2,000 scholarship (£4,000 for the London MBA) applies for eligible international students.
Is there a February intake?
Yes for some courses, including MA Business and Management and the London MBA (February 2027). Most courses start in September.
Can I study in London?
Yes. Bath Spa University London runs the MBA at its Hackney site. The MBA scholarship there is £4,000.
Does Bath Spa accept Class 12 English instead of IELTS?
Bath Spa's English requirements page does not list Indian Class 12. Plan to take IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, Duolingo or LanguageCert, or ask admissions.
Sources
- Bath Spa University: international tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
- Bath Spa University: International Recruitment Office Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
- Bath Spa University: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Bath Spa University: accommodation rents (opens in a new tab)
- Bath Spa University: MBA (London) (opens in a new tab)
- Bath Spa University: MA Business and Management (opens in a new tab)
- Bath Spa University: About us (opens in a new tab)
- THE: Bath Spa University profile (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
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