Everything you need to know about applying for your room

Congratulations on receiving an offer from the University of Bath!

This exciting milestone marks the beginning of your journey with us. To make sure the transition is as smooth as possible, securing your accommodation is an important next step.

This is your ultimate guide to applying for university accommodation at Bath. 

Are you eligible? 

University-managed accommodation is available to:

• First-year students enrolled in a full-time undergraduate course with a firm offer from the University of Bath.
• Students enrolled in the new full-time Foundation Degree in Sports Performance.
• Returning students with documented medical conditions or disabilities who have been assessed as eligible to apply.
• Care leavers, estranged students, refugees, and asylum seekers with a Sanctuary Scholarship.

How your room is allocated 🛏️

We offer a diverse range of on-campus and city residences specifically designed for first-year students. To guarantee a place in our managed accommodation, applications must be submitted before the deadline of 01 July 2025.

During the application process, you will be able to choose your top seven preferred room types (en-suite, standard, etc.). We will try our best to match you with your highest preferences, however it's important to know that room availability and demand may influence the final allocation.

If you have additional requirements

If you have a disability or diagnosed medical condition that affects your living requirements, please complete the additional requirements form and provide supporting documentation. This information will be taken into account during the room allocation process. 

For a more detailed explanation of the allocation process, please review the accommodation application terms and conditions.

Accommodation costs 💸

We understand how important the financial aspect of student life is, which is why we offer a variety of accommodation options to suit a range of budgets. 

Want to know more? Compare prices and explore the features of each residence. 

Everything you need to know about applications

Applications open (for undergraduates): 1 May 2025. 

Applications close: 1 July 2025. 

A step-by-step guide on how to submit your application:

1. Once you have received a confirmed firm offer (conditional or unconditional) from the university, you can register on the accommodation application portal. Please note that it can take up to 48 hours to access the system after confirming your firm choice with UCAS. 
2. Before registering, make sure you have your university username and password (if forgotten, access the lost password form) and have a thorough understanding of the application terms and conditions. 
3. Once you have registered, the system may take up to an hour to update. Once updated, you can login and submit your application.
4. When you make your application, you will need to select seven accommodation building preferences, ranking them in order of highest to lowest preference. Here, you will also be able to select any additional preferences such as quiet, mature, alcohol-free and LGBTQ+ accommodation. If you are applying as a PGT student you can also select vegetarian and mature accommodation. 
5. Submit and wait for your allocation.

When can I expect an allocation?

Please note that all accommodation offers are sent out weekly on a Wednesday following the course offer changing to unconditional firm. 

Now you have a better understanding of the university accommodation application process, we hope your transition to university is a smooth and fun one. We can't wait to welcome you to the Bath community!