MMath Mathematics with study abroad
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About The Bath
The University of Bath is a public research university in Bath, England. Bath received its royal charter in 1966 as Bath University of Technology, along with a number of other institutions following the Robbins Report. Like the University of Bristol and University of the West of England, Bath can trace its roots to the Merchant Venturers' Technical College, established in Bristol as a school in 1595 by the Society of Merchant Venturers. The university's main campus is located on Claverton Down, a site overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, and was purpose-built, constructed from 1964 in the modernist style of the times. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, 40% of Bath's submitted research activity achieved the highest possible classification of 4*, defined as world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigour. 92% was graded 4*/3*, defined as world-leading/internationally excellent. The annual income of the institution for 2024–25 was £416.8 million of which £49.1 million was from research grants and contracts, with an expenditure of £428.2 million. In 2024, Bath ranked seventh nationally for undergraduate education. The university is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, the Association of MBAs, the European Quality Improvement System, the European University Association, Universities UK and GW4.
What Students Say
The curriculum is highly engaging. An impressive 94% of students found this course to be consistently intellectually stimulating.
Marking and assessment is viewed as largely fair, with 73% of cohorts agreeing exams and essays were graded appropriately.
Academic support is accessible; 61% of students stated good advice was readily available when evaluating their module options.
Course organization structure is perfectly solid. Over 96% say the timetables were well-organized and running smoothly.
The community feel here is incredible. 94% of students agreed that they truly feel part of a community of staff and students.
The Students' Union does a massive amount of work here. 87% of us feel they effectively represent our academic interests.