How to apply

Find out the steps to take and information you will need to apply for our MBA programmes.


We are looking for talented individuals with a strong record of achievement and ability, who are ready to make a significant contribution to the global community.
Entry to the Bath MBA is competitive. Before applying please check our entry requirements, including:

  • academic qualifications
  • managerial work experience
  • English language requirements

Find out more about our entry requirements for our:

Early application reduction

Apply before 1 March to get a £2,000 reduction on your tuition fees


An early application reduction of £2,000 is available to applicants in receipt of an offer to the full-time Bath MBA. To qualify for this reduction:

  • apply for the full-time MBA before midnight GMT on 1 March 2025
  • pay your deposit within seven days of receipt of your offer

All scholarship holders must pay their deposit within seven days of receipt of their offer to receive a £2,000 reduction from their tuition fee AND secure their scholarship.

We reserve the right to withdraw the early application offer before the deadline.

How to apply for the full-time Bath MBA


Head of MBA Recruitment and Admissions, Becky Gallagher, explains how to apply for our full-time MBA programme.

How to apply for the Executive MBA


Head of MBA Admissions & Recruitment, Becky Gallagher, explains how to apply for our Executive MBA programme.

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Application process

The steps to apply for our Bath MBA programmes and how to accept your offer.


1 - Apply online


Complete our online application form. Applying will take you approximately 30 minutes.

You will need:

  • to create an account online
  • to nominate two professional referees. Your referees must:
    • be from your most recent employer
    • be from a person in a position of seniority
    • be submitted as a PDF and, where possible, be written on headed paper with a signature and official stamp
  • digital copies of your degree certificate and official transcripts
  • an up-to-date CV (maximum two pages)
  • your £100 application fee (full-time MBA only, payable at the point of application). Check your eligibility prior to application.
  • your supporting statement
  • your GMAT score (if applicable). Although you do not need GMAT to study our MBA, we welcome applicants with a GMAT score. You can submit it with your application and we will consider your score along with your other qualifications and experience.

If your official graduation documents are in a language other than English you must provide:

  • official copies of the original documents
  • official English translations of the original documents

Application form links

Full-time MBA applications

Start your full-time MBA application

Executive MBA applications

Start your Executive part-time MBA application

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2 - Track your application


After you’ve submitted your application, you will be able to use our Application Tracker. We’ll email you a username and password within 24 hours.

You can use the Application Tracker to upload important documents, update your personal details and track your application.

Paying your application fee (full-time MBA only)

You will need to pay your £100 application fee before your interview. This applies to the full-time MBA only.

Login to Application Tracker

3 - Interview


Your application will be reviewed by our selection committee.

If you are successfully shortlisted, we’ll invite you for a video interview or offer an interview in person on campus, if suitable. MBA interviews take 30 to 40 minutes.

4 - Accept your offer


After your interview, we’ll make a decision about your application. We aim to respond within seven working days.

If successful, you will receive an offer for a place on the Bath MBA.

You can use the Application Tracker to:

  • access your offer letter
  • accept or decline your offer
Login to Application Tracker

5 - Pay deposit


Once we offer you a place, you will need to pay a £3,750 deposit to secure it. Your place on the programme will not be secure until you have paid your deposit.

This will be deducted from your overall fees.

You will need:

  • £3,750 deposit
  • to pay this using Application Tracker
Pay your £3,750 deposit

6 - Next steps


 Once you have met all conditions set out in your offer letter, you will:

  • receive an unconditional offer
  • get further information about preparing to study the Bath MBA

Registering as a student
You will be able to register as a student in September. Find out more about registering with the University.

When you register as a student, you will need to tell us how you will pay your fees. Find out more about paying your tuition fees.

Scholarships

Find out more about scholarships and other ways to fund your MBA.

Start your application


Important information for international applicants

Additional requirements for overseas applicants.


Graduation documents

You must provide official digital copies of your degree certificate(s) and transcripts.

If the awarding university issues official documents in English, they will be acceptable for Confirmation of Studies (CAS)/visa purposes. Find out more about your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies.

If your official graduation documents are in a language other than English you must provide:

  • official copies of the original documents
  • official English translations of the original documents

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requirements

To meet UKVI requirements, each qualification listed on your application must meet the following criteria:

  • original certificate(s) must clearly show:
    • your name
    • title of the award
    • date of the award
    • name of the awarding institution
  • transcripts of results must clearly show:
    • your name
    • name of the academic institution
    • course title
    • confirmation of the award

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