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Bath Spa University
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 Bath Spa is small and new university in the city of Bath in the South West of England. It has three main campuses - the largest is Newton Park which is just outside the city. You also have Sion Hill Campus in north Bath and the small Culverhay Campus which is mainly used by PGCE students. FacilitiesLibrariesThere are two main libraries at Bath Spa University - one at Newton Park Campus and one at Sion Hill Campus. At any one time you can have up to 15 books on loan (though some students and staff members can have more). The fines for late returns are also very reasonable starting at 10p a day and capped at £3.50 per item for standard items - much less than at some universities. The libraries also offer photocopying services. For this you need a card which you top up with credits. Only black and white is available at Newton Park, but colour copying is also available at Sion Hill. The libraries also provide some computer access - Newton Park has computer rooms up on the first floor - though be careful s these are sometimes booked for teaching meaning you can't get in. Sion Hill has networked computers across the library. Access to a printer is also available in the library in Newton Park - though they charge you for this - very expensive if you choose to print in colour. IT and ComputingIn addition to the computers in the library a number of computer rooms can be found around Newton Hill campus in these buildings:
They are useful during the week, but they are closed all weekend and can often also be booked up during the week for teaching. ArtsWorkWith the ArtsWork the University is extending with innovative approach to arts learning and teaching. It defines new models of arts education, enhancing the employability and self-employability of creative industries graduates. Six high-specification, subject-focused learning labs each provide the optimal environments in which to explore new ways of learning and teaching, enabling students to enter their chosen profession with a portfolio of skills and completed projects that have been shaped, developed and assessed in the context of the marketplace. The labs:
SportsThe uni has a number of sports clubs, including hockey, football, rugby, equestrian, board sports, netball, kick boxing and salsa. No matter what ability you are, you can take part in these sports clubs, but also most have teams in the BUSA leagues. If you aren't good enough for the uni team there are competitions within the university which create a great rivalry at the uni!
WelfareThe uni offers advice to students on a range of issues - both in person and on an extensive website. You can make appointments to see advisers on financial and well-being issues. There is also an Emergency Loan of up to £250 available, if you really need it, which one can apply for. You can go and see one of the universities counsellors for a series of regular sessions to help you through your any problems that are bothering you. The disability services offer drop-in sessions and one-to-ones as well. They also have a free dyslexia screening service and will try to make your uni life as enjoyable as possible. The volunteer service will help any students interested to get more on to their CVs and/or are generally interested in volunteering. All the above mentioned services are located on Newton Park Campus in Doynton. HealthcareThe university has a medical service and you must register with it to use the services. The service makes use of local doctors and hold surgeries at the different campuses:
(N.B. The times will change next year.) The coverage is good at Fairfields, but at the other locations it is limited. In addition to seeing doctors, you can also make appointments to see nurses and get information on medical issues from contraception to meningitis. ShopsThere is a shop at the Student Union at Newton Park which is open 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday only. It sells magazines and papers, food, fresh sandwiches, toiletries, stationery, tobacco, alcohol etc. RestaurantsThere is only one restaurant as such at Newton Park Campus.
Opens at 11am and closes at 2.30pm. It serves hot food and snacks.
Is the cafe at Newton Park Campus and is open 8.30am until 2.30pm. It offers hot take away food as well as sandwiches, coffee, tea, etc. BanksNo actual branch is located at Newton Park Campus, however there is a NatWest cashpoint. TransportStudents can get into town using the 418 bus service from Newton Park. These run every 20 minutes until 7pm, after which they run every hour until around 2.30am. A student day pass costs £3 (which is cheaper than a return) or bus passes are available from the Student Union. Students in halls of residence in Newton Park are not allowed to keep cars on campus. Careers serviceThe careers service will give tips and advice for finding the right job. You can make use of the service even after you graduate for up to three years too! There is a careers service at Newton Park and Sion Hill Campuses. Part-time jobsThe Job Shop can help you find part-time employment. If you think you might want to work you should register with the service as soon as possible and get looking at the jobs they have on offer. You can do this by the emails they send out to you or by looking on their website at current vacancies (you need to be logged in to view the vacancies). Religious facilitiesThere are visits to Newton Campus by Chaplains each week. Chaplains cover the following religions: Catholic, Anglican, Methodist and Orthodox Christianity. There is also a Islamic society. The Chaplaincy means you can 'drop in' and see them for advice, guidance or just a simple chat. You can also go to one of the events they organise through the year to meet people with similar beliefs. Don't worry if you follow a different religion, the Chaplaincy can give you information on local groups for most major religions including Baha'i Faith, Buddhism, Hinduism, Iskon, Judaism, Paganism and Sikhism. SocialBars, Pubs and clubsSU Bar EventsThere are various events throughout the year. From fashion shows, poetry slams, to plays on words at the end of the year and lots of different performances in the Michael Tipett Centre as well. Clubs and societiesThere are loads of societies at the uni, including:
If you want a different society, all you need is ten members to get you started! AccommodationAccommodation policyThe university can normally give you a room during your first year if you want one, though every year there are a few who cannot get in. Even then, the uni will help you find somewhere, probably with other first years in a 'scheme house'. They hope to guarantee a place in either of the above way for all students who put Bath Spa as their first choice. Sadly, no accommodation can be made available to postgrad students. If you are an international student you need to apply for your accommodation through 'International Activities'.
ResidencesNewton Park HallsThe following accommodation is for students based at Newton Park Campus: Harington, Hiscocks and Pope
Temple
Sydney
Waterside Court Halls
Sion Hill AccommodationSomerset Place Halls
Bankside
Private sectorThe university creates a list of local landlords with houses or rooms to let. You can also add spare rooms in your student house to the list. If you cannot find anything on that list there are some letting agents in Bath who can help you - though be careful as they could charge you fees for finding you a place. Student unionThe SU has activities at both Newton Park and Sion Hill Campuses with a bar on each campus. The bars are both popular and are used for loads of different entertainments in the evenings. Sadly, Sion Hill Bar does not have a late license and must be shut by 11pm weekdays and 10pm Sundays. Though it still has two busy evenings a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays) and can be booked at other times for events. SUBS on Newton Park can open late and has two big evenings on Wednesdays and Fridays. There is also something happening most nights of the week. PricesEnvironmentArchitectureLocal areaTeaching quality
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