Teacher Training and Master’s Degrees at Bath Spa University – scholarships and bursaries available

For 80 years, Bath Spa University (BSU) has been shaping the future of education. We offer training in early years, primary, secondary, and further education and we’re proud to work with over 670 partners to deliver award-winning professional practice.

We’ve built a reputation for excellence. The BSU School of Education remains one of the top-rated providers of teacher education in the country and the largest provider of teacher education in the South West.

We’re top 10 in the UK for Value Added and second in the South West for Graduate Prospects in Education (Guardian University Guide 2026). Working with over 300 schools in the UK, we provide research-informed and experience-based training to over 500 trainee teachers every year.

Campus and Facilities

Our beautiful campuses in Bath offer vibrant and inclusive spaces with room to be creative. Newton Park, our countryside campus, boasts state-of-the-art facilities and buildings, including the eco-friendly Commons complete with computer suites, workshop spaces, cafes, and great views.

The city-based Sion Hill campus gives you access to spacious teaching, social, and digital facilities, including mock-classrooms for English, Music, Art, Languages and more.

Come to one of our open days or teacher education events to see it for yourself, and explore our classrooms in 360 with our virtual tour.

No matter where you train with us, you’ll receive individual care and support from experienced academic mentors and tutors, ensuring your wellbeing as you grow into one of tomorrow’s teachers.

Master’s courses

Children deserve the best educators; at BSU, we’ll help you become one. We offer a comprehensive range of Teacher Training programmes and Master’s level study, including:

•             Professional Practice in Education

•             Inclusive Education with SEND

•             National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCO)

•             Waldorf Education and Creative Pedagogies

Explore our courses and prospectuses.

Scholarships and bursaries

We offer a range of scholarship opportunities, including financial support for UK students and international students, as well as an Access Fund for those facing unexpected financial challenges. 

Funding and awards: Scholarships and bursaries

View our courses: Order a prospectus

Attend an Open Day:  Postgraduate Open Days

Attend a Teacher Education event: Teacher Education events

Visit website: www.bathspa.ac.uk/teach