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<h1>Taught postgraduate sports courses </h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4164/35475886171_f4a778634a_b_d.jpg" alt="Medical staff examine a sports injury watched by a student" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>Master's and postgraduate diploma courses starting in 2024.</p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/athlete-zone/scholarships" aria-label="Apply for a sports scholarship" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Apply for a sports scholarship</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52689011003_12b7812c65_k_d.jpg" alt="A group of young people wearing University of Bath branded sportswear." loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>We have several sports related scholarship schemes that you can apply to. Find out more about the funding available and eligibility.</p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/athlete-zone/breakthrough-programme/" aria-label="Student Performance Sport Breakthrough Programme" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Student Performance Sport Breakthrough Programme</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53245878690_dc1481210f_k.jpg" alt="A picture of Team Bath Dual Career student-athletes who are supported by the Breakthrough Programme" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>The Breakthrough Programme is an aspirational, supportive and educational mechanism aimed at enabling academic and athletic potential in student-athletes</p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMoqato5_XE" aria-label="Enjoy a day in the life of a Team Bath student-athlete" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Enjoy a day in the life of a Team Bath student-athlete</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52971678186_05c3d8ca39_h.jpg" alt="A composite image showing images of Team Bath Dual Career student-athlete Harry Jones during a typical day on campus" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>See how the University of Bath provides high-performing student-athletes with support tailored to the needs and demands of their lifestyle.</p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://vimeo.com/330481256" aria-label="Choosing undergraduate sport at Bath" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Choosing undergraduate sport at Bath</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53104681869_8b9064fb44_h_d.jpg" alt="A student hitting a ball with a tennis racket." loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>Students from our undergraduate sport courses discuss their experiences at the University.</p> </article> </div> </div> <footer class="text-center"> <div class="row column"> <a href="https://www.bath.ac.uk/courses/" class="button">Search for courses</a> </div> </footer> </section> </div>  <section class="badges bg-steel-75-light medium-padding"> <header class="text-center"> <div class="row column"> <div class="section-header"> <h1 class="section-heading">Leaders in sports science</h1> <p>We're highly ranked in independent league tables for our sports science courses. We've also been recognised for our high-quality research and commitment to gender equality.</p> </div> <hr class="section-header-divider"> </div> </header> <div class="row column"> <div class="flex-wrapper small-padding"> <div class="badge-item"> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/education/ng-interactive/2024/sep/07/the-guardian-university-guide-2025-the-rankings"> <div class="badge stack"> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49083096858_4a83d3444d_o_d.png" alt="1st" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="badge-description"><p>1st for Sports Science in the <em>The Guardian University Guide 2025</em></p></div> </a> </div> <div class="badge-item"> <a href="https://www.topuniversities.com/university-subject-rankings/sports-related-subjects"> <div class="badge stack"> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54392969784_0a33f266fa_o_d.png" alt="Top 15" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="badge-description"><p>Top 15 in the <em>QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025</em> for Sports-Related Subjects</p></div> </a> </div> <div class="badge-item"> <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/uk-university-rankings"> <div class="badge stack"> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49083817167_8a53ffe887_o_d.png" alt="2nd" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="badge-description"><p>2nd for Sports Science in the <em>The Times & The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025</em></p></div> </a> </div> <div class="badge-item"> <a href="https://results2021.ref.ac.uk/"> <div class="badge stack"> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48705592498_22b4396639_b_d.jpg" alt="The logo for REF 2021" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="badge-description"><p>98% of our submitted research activity for Sport & Exercise Sciences, Leisure & Tourism was rated world-leading or internationally excellent in REF 2021.</p></div> </a> </div> <div class="badge-item"> <a href="https://www.bath.ac.uk/corporate-information/athena-swan-submissions/"> <div class="badge stack"> <img src="https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4725/38981977141_458e586bd2_o_d.png" alt="Athena SWAN Bronze Award logo" loading="lazy"> </div> <div class="badge-description"><p>The Department for Health has received the Athena SWAN Bronze Award</p></div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </section>  <div class="pinboard bg-steel-85-light small-padding"> <section class="pinned-items small-padding stack-section" aria-label="Student sport"> <header class="text-center"> <div class="row column"> <div class="section-header"> <h1 class="section-heading">Student sport</h1> <p>If you study at Bath, you can take part in a wide range of sports whatever your level or ability. You could join a club to keep fit and meet people, take part in inter-halls competitions, or be selected to represent the University.</p> </div> <hr class="section-header-divider"> </div> </header> <div class="row column" data-equalizer="card-header" data-equalize-on="medium"> <div class="flex-wrapper small-padding" data-equalizer="more-info" data-equalize-on="medium"> <article class="single-item text-center"> <a href="https://www.thesubath.com/sport" aria-label="Student sport clubs" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Student sport clubs</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4893/31834860287_deec822826_b_d.jpg" alt="Players in a game of wheelchair basketball" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>The SU Bath, our students' union, has over 40 sports clubs that students can join.</p> </article> </div> </div> <div class="row column" data-equalizer="card-header" data-equalize-on="medium"> <div class="flex-wrapper small-padding text-only"> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/2021/07/16/tom-dean-student-sport-tokyo-olympics/"aria-label="Swimming champion Tom Dean grateful for University support" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Swimming champion Tom Dean grateful for University support</h1> </header> </a> <p>The Mechanical Engineering student, who won two gold medals in Tokyo, explains how the University's backing and scholarship support helped him on his journey.</p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/2019/06/18/student-sport-week-bucs/"aria-label="Experiencing the BUCS buzz in blue and gold" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Experiencing the BUCS buzz in blue and gold</h1> </header> </a> <p>Read first-hand accounts of what it's like to be among the 1,500 students who represent Bath in the British Universities & Colleges Sport national competition. </p> </article> </div> </div> <footer class="text-center"> <div class="row column"> </div> </footer> </section> </div>  <div class="pinboard bg-steel-85-light small-padding"> <section class="pinned-items small-padding stack-section" aria-label="Sport and fitness facilities"> <header class="text-center"> <div class="row column"> <div class="section-header"> <h1 class="section-heading">Sport and fitness facilities</h1> <p>Our Sports Training Village is the centre of sports on campus. You can access the gym, book fitness classes and take part in sport, whether you're a student, member of staff or member of the public.</p> </div> <hr class="section-header-divider"> </div> </header> <div class="row column" data-equalizer="card-header" data-equalize-on="medium"> <div class="flex-wrapper small-padding" data-equalizer="more-info" data-equalize-on="medium"> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/sport/student/our-student-offer/" aria-label="Free Student Sports Pass" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Free Student Sports Pass</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53987831048_02fda0a09c_k.jpg" alt="A graphic promoting the free Student Sports Pass at the University of Bath" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>The pass is included in tuition fees for University of Bath students, providing free access to many sports facilities on campus.</p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/facilities/" aria-label="Sporting and fitness facilities at the heart of campus" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Sporting and fitness facilities at the heart of campus</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53104806570_dcacc2da88_h.jpg" alt="A picture of students exercising in the Team Bath Gym & Fitness Centre" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>The Sports Training Village is open to students, staff and the public seven days a week, offering something for everyone - check out the facilities you can use.</p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/fitness/memberships/" aria-label="Gym membership options for students, staff and the public" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Gym membership options for students, staff and the public</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53104395021_feea9e5e3d_h.jpg" alt="Picture of a gym user lifting weights under the supervision of a Team Bath instructor" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>The Team Bath Gym & Fitness Centre has three gym zones, two studios and hosts dozens of exercise classes each week</p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J64TZV_H3gg" aria-label="Take a fly through the extensively-refurbished Team Bath Gym " > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Take a fly through the extensively-refurbished Team Bath Gym </h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54054588738_a471c0faba_k.jpg" alt="A picture of the Team Bath Gym " loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>The inspirational fitness space, open seven days a week at the heart of the University of Bath campus, underwent an £450,000 upgrade in the summer of 2024.</p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/facilities/virtual-tour/" aria-label="Take a virtual tour of the Sports Training Village" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Take a virtual tour of the Sports Training Village</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53104393386_888c41842f_h.jpg" alt="An aerial view of the Team Bath Sports Training Village" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>Explore the facilities available on campus including the 50m swimming pool, indoor tennis courts, sports hall, athletics track and pitches.</p> </article> </div> </div> <footer class="text-center"> <div class="row column"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com" class="button">Find out more about our sporting facilities with Team Bath</a> </div> </footer> </section> </div>  <div class="pinboard bg-steel-85-light small-padding"> <section class="pinned-items small-padding stack-section" aria-label="Working with elite athletes"> <header class="text-center"> <div class="row column"> <div class="section-header"> <h1 class="section-heading">Working with elite athletes</h1> <p>Top-level athletes and sports teams use our facilities and train with our staff. Read about their experiences of Team Bath and the Sports Training Village.</p> </div> <hr class="section-header-divider"> </div> </header> <div class="row column" data-equalizer="card-header" data-equalize-on="medium"> <div class="flex-wrapper small-padding" data-equalizer="more-info" data-equalize-on="medium"> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/2025/03/07/ibsf-skeleton-world-championships-lake-placid" aria-label="Matt Weston is World Champion again as British Skeleton win gold and silver in Lake Placid" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Matt Weston is World Champion again as British Skeleton win gold and silver in Lake Placid</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54370108197_102e7a11ad_h.jpg" alt="A picture of British Skeleton's Matt Weston holding his index finger aloft to indicate 'number one' after winning men's gold at the 2025 IBSF Skeleton World Championships in Lake Placid." loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>Marcus Wyatt joined his team-mate on the podium as the University of Bath-based Brits replicated their 1-2 finish in the Overall World Cup rankings. </p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://rugby.teambath.com/2025/03/17/bath-rugby-premiership-rugby-cup-winners/" aria-label="Proud University connection as Bath Rugby end 17-year wait for silverware" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Proud University connection as Bath Rugby end 17-year wait for silverware</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54411926009_bf924c0316_h.jpg" alt="A picture of University of Bath performance rugby coaches Mark Lilley (left) and Ryan Davis holding the Premiership Rugby Cup trophy." loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>A host of University of Bath students, graduates and coaches played key roles as Bath won the 2024-25 Premiership Rugby Cup in fine style. </p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/2025/03/18/justin-davies-rengen-athlete-of-the-month/" aria-label="British champ Justin Davies is latest Team Bath Rengen Athlete of the Month" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>British champ Justin Davies is latest Team Bath Rengen Athlete of the Month</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54412003158_2fbbd72fd3_k.jpg" alt="A picture of Justin Davies (centre) with Director of Sport Stephen Baddeley (left) and Performance Sport Officer Sarah Collin. " loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>The sporting scholar, who trains and studies at the University of Bath, won the British 800m indoor title and made his GB debut at the European Championships.</p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/2025/02/18/bucs-nationals-athletics-swimming-fencing-karate-badminton/" aria-label="Four gold among 21-medal haul at 2025 BUCS Nationals for Bath student-athletes" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Four gold among 21-medal haul at 2025 BUCS Nationals for Bath student-athletes</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54335906465_69feb76c1e_h.jpg" alt="A picture of University of Bath student-athletes who won gold at the 2025 BUCS National. CREDIT: BUCS" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>A stunning swimming relay success and Luke Ball's high-jump victory were among the highlights for the 108 students who represented The SU Bath in Sheffield. </p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://netball.teambath.com/2025/02/08/nottingham-forest-nxt-gen-league-report/" aria-label="Team Bath Netball make winning start to inaugural NXT Gen League season" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Team Bath Netball make winning start to inaugural NXT Gen League season</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54323628960_41509464d5_k.jpg" alt="A picture of Team Bath Netball shooter Lily Jones under pressure as she lines up a shot against Nottingham Forest" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>A capacity crowd of 600 fans enjoyed a fast, physical contest against new franchise Nottingham Forest at the Team Bath Arena as a new era began for the club. </p> </article> <article class="card standard-card"> <a href="https://rugby.teambath.com/2025/02/24/u20-six-nations-3/" aria-label="Three more University of Bath students compete in 2025 U20 Six Nations" > <header data-equalizer-watch="card-header"> <h1>Three more University of Bath students compete in 2025 U20 Six Nations</h1> </header> <figure> <img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54356111101_a7885ad6a9_h.jpg" alt="A montage picture of University of Bath BUCS Super Rugby players (clockwise from top left) Aiden Ainsworth-Cave, Tyler Offiah, Billy Sela, Kepu Tuipulotu and Connor Treacey who all featured for England in their 2025 U20 Six Nations victory over Scotland" loading="lazy"> </figure> </a> <p>Eight students have now featured in this year's competition following the debuts of Connor Treacey and Tyler Offiah for England, and Jack Woods for Wales. </p> </article> </div> </div> <footer class="text-center"> <div class="row column"> <a href="https://www.teambath.com/sport/performance/" 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