Whether your goal is competition at a high level, succeeding in a career in sports science, or coaching an elite team, we are proud to partner with the University of Bath to offer a progression route that suits your needs.
The University of Bath’s recognition in sport
Recently, the University of Bath was crowned Sport University of the Year 2026 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide. It’s a powerful indicator of what students can achieve when they study at the right university for them.
This award emphasises the benefits of choosing the University of Bath:
- They support sport at all levels, from elite athletes to students who just want to be active for wellbeing.
- Their facilities are world-class: a Sports Training Village, new sustainable pitches, and multiuse areas.
- They combine sport with academic strength (e.g. leading in Sports Science) and strong community & student engagement.
Progression routes from Life Sciences pathway at OnCampus London
Check out the following progression degrees at the University of Bath available to OnCampus students:
- BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise
- MSci (Hons) Sport and Exercise
- BSC (Hons) Sports, Management and Coaching
How to know the University of Bath is right for you
To ensure you pick a university that truly supports your sport aspirations, it is important to consider several factors:
- Academic strength in Sport. For any subject you are hoping to study at degree level, knowing that your chosen university has a strong reputation for excellence in that field is key. As well as its recent achievement, the University of Bath also ranks 1st for Sports Science in the Guardian University Guide 2026.
- Access to high-quality facilities. The University of Bath is home to the Sports Training Village, a state-of-the-art £35 million facility featuring a gym, Olympic Legacy swimming pool, athletics track, pitches and courts. The university has also recently opened the first fully recyclable 3G pitch in the UK, demonstrating innovation and dedication to sustainability in sports.
- Support for student athletes. The University of Bath has dedicated programmes to help both current and potential students with athletic potential. From scholarships to onsite training as well as academic and personal support, the university strives to maintain an environment where sport and academics can be balanced, and development maximised.
- Student body engagement. There are 56 active sports clubs at the University of Bath, as well as a wide range of opportunities for students to get involved in volunteering, competing, organising, and engaging with sports in a wide variety of ways.
Why choose OnCampus London for your university preparation programme?
At OnCampus London, our students benefit not just from excellent programmes and outstanding university partners, they also receive access to support & guidance to map their progression route:
- Advice and support with university application & choosing courses.
- Facilities & coaching to help you perform, plus recognising the importance of wellbeing & balance.
- Networking with students & alums who have progressed through similar paths.
Winning “Sport University of the Year” is more than a trophy for the University of Bath – it’s evidence that it is possible to combine academic and sporting excellence. If you set your path early, make informed choices, and use the resources available (both at OnCampus London and beyond), you can follow many routes to a university future that matches both your sporting and academic dreams.