Learn more about studying Sociology and Politics as an international student.
What Bath Spa University says about their program:
You’re taught about society, social groups and social organisation. You’ll learn about social problems and social policies. Learn how to make sense of social change and conflict, and gain a good understanding of social differences, inequalities and social divisions. Apply your knowledge and skills to specific problems and issues to help you become a good decision-maker.
These are the general requirements for students from all countries. You can either apply if you meet these requirements or those specific to your country.
These are the general requirements for students from all countries. You can either apply if you meet these requirements or those specific to your country.
Undergraduate:
6.0 overall (no band below 5.5)
72 (minimum 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing)
51
B2 Communicator with at least 33 (minimum 25 in each component)
426 (Main Flight) with all four components at 396
Postgraduate:
6.5 or 7 depending on program
75 (minimum 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing)
58 or 67 depending on program
B2 Communicator with at least 38 (minimum 33 in each component)
459 (Main Flight) with all four components at 396
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
An automatic scholarship for international students from the Asia Pacific region (China has its own separate scheme) who are enrolling on a three-year undergraduate programme, a one-year postgraduate programme at Bath campuses, or the MBA at the London campus. Awards £2,000 (Bath campuses) or £4,000 (MBA London), granted automatically once an offer is accepted — no separate application needed.
A discretionary emergency financial support fund for EU (pre-settled) and international fee-paying students, at undergraduate and postgraduate level (including final-year and one-year master's students), who face temporary financial hardship from unforeseen circumstances after starting their course. The fund is limited in size and cannot guarantee awards; it does not cover costs that should have been planned for before enrolment, and applicants must first have exhausted other funding sources.
An automatic scholarship for international students (outside the UK, excluding China) enrolling on undergraduate or postgraduate programmes at Bath Spa's Bath-based campuses (or the MBA at the London campus). Awards £2,000 (Bath campuses) or £4,000 (MBA London) towards first-year tuition fees. No separate application is required once an offer has been accepted.
A part-fee waiver of £3,000 off first-year tuition fees, with three awards for 2026/27. Open to international students (UK/EU excluded) from Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama and Peru at postgraduate taught master's level, and for Mexican nationals specifically both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants are eligible. Candidates must show high academic achievement and commitment to creativity, culture and enterprise in Latin America; applicants must already hold a confirmed offer.
Up to three awards of £500 each for 2025/26, open to international students from Commonwealth countries (outside the UK) enrolled as undergraduate or postgraduate students at the Newton Park, Sion Hill or Locksbrook campuses. Not open to UK home students, exchange students, distance learners, or students at partner institutions. Funded by the Royal Commonwealth Society's Bath and District Branch; eligible students are contacted directly to apply via an online form and a 500-word statement.
Open to international students from Commonwealth countries (outside the UK) whose primary residence is outside the UK, fully enrolled in the first year of an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Bath Spa's main campuses. For 2025/26 one undergraduate award of £9,500 and one postgraduate award of £3,000 are expected to be given, disbursed over the course of the degree. Not available to students on partner-institute, exchange, or distance-learning routes.
Three scholarships of £1,000 each towards tuition fees for 2026/27, awarded as a part-fee waiver. Open to international fee-status students (UK/EU excluded) entering the second year of a full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree at Bath Spa University after completing their first two years at a USA Community College.
All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.
Our tuition fees vary according to the type of degree programme you study, your mode of study and where you study.
from £15,750 to £18,700 per year
from £10,605 to £17,760 per year
| Category | Cost (in British Pound Sterling) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | £1,351 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | £1,040 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | £246 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | £32 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | £13 |
| Monthly public transport pass | £92 |
| Monthly grocery basket | £113 |
| Coffee shop drink | £4 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | £12 |
| Gym membership | £35 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Many international students will require a visa to study in the UK, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.