What is 'The SU'?

You may have heard students or staff referring to something called 'The SU', and wondered what that means. The SU stands for The Students' Union, and we look after everything to do with your student experience beyond your academic study. This includes student societies, sports, arts, volunteering, advice, peer mentoring, our bar and club (which we call The Plug & Tub) and student voice. Most universities in The UK will have a Students' Union and we are here to support you throughout your time at Bath.

As an international student, you can access all parts of The SU and get involved in everything we offer, but this page is specifically for you and contains lots of information about settling into the UK, upcoming events, how to access support and much more!

Coming Up!

Top Tips for Living in the UK

When you come to the UK to study, there are many things which might be new to you - from the language to the weather to the food! The University has created a guidance blog for 'Living in the UK'. This contains information about shopping, healthcare, money, banking and much more.

International Food

  • Perfecto International Supermarket sells a wide range of food from all around the world.
  • There are several Asian supermarkets in Bath, including Friends Forever, Hai Na and Hondo Chinese Supermarket.
  • Smak Polski is a shop dedicated to Polish food.
  • There are some online shops which sell Kosher and Halal produce, including Just Kosher, Healthy Halal and The Halal Foodshop.

Check out more places to eat in Bath!

Signposting and Support

The University and The SU have a number of services designed to support you as an international student at Bath:

  • Advice & Support Centre - offer specialist and independent support with academic processes, housing and personal issues. Advisors are available Monday - Friday between 10:00 and 15:30. 
  • Student Immigration Service  -  offers immigration advice to help students apply for and maintain visas.
  • Support & Report Tool - all staff, students, and visitors can report discrimination, misconduct, harassment or assault by using this tool. You can report anonymously or get support from an adviser.
  • Studying at Bath as an International Student - this page contains lots of important information about studying at Bath.

Get Involved

As an international student at Bath, you can get involved in everything we do as an SU, but there are some specific things you might like to be involved with:

  • Faith and Cultural Societies - we have a number of SU groups dedicated to different faiths and cultures, where you can meet and socialise with people of the same religion or nationality as you. 
  • International Executive Committee - this a group of elected students who represent the international student voice at Bath. 

Blogs and Stories

We would love to hear about your experience of being an international student! Please get in touch with suinternational@bath.ac.uk if you would like to share your story.

Check out this student's story - How to Navigate Life as an Under 18, International Student

 

What's On 

Events in The SU

University of Bath ABACUS Meet & Greet
1st October noon - 3pm
1W 2.101
Come along and meet some new friends over some casual games!
Caledonian Society Welcome Ceilidh
2nd October 7pm - 11pm
The Tub
Join CalSoc as they party the night away Scottish Reeling. Not sure what reeling is? Think overly enthusiastic barn dance! No experience (or dancing ability!) needed, all dances will be demonstrated. Tickets £5.
The SU International Welcome Tea & Talk
5th October 2:15pm - 3:05pm
The Edge Event Space
Come along to this FREE event and meet other international students in a relaxed and informal setting - with tea & biscuits!
Buy Tickets
Caledonian Society Scottish Reeling - All Welcome!
5th October 7pm - 9pm
The Edge Art Studio
Have a go at Scottish Reeling! No need to feel intimidated if you aren't Scottish or can't dance - everyone is welcome!
Caledonian Society Scottish Reeling - All Welcome!
12th October 7pm - 9pm
The Edge Art Studio
Have a go at Scottish Reeling! No need to feel intimidated if you aren't Scottish or can't dance - everyone is welcome!
Caledonian Society Scottish Reeling - All Welcome!
19th October 7pm - 9pm
The Edge Art Studio
Have a go at Scottish Reeling! No need to feel intimidated if you aren't Scottish or can't dance - everyone is welcome!
The SU International Tea & Talk - Settling into Bath
20th October 12:15pm - 1:05pm
The Edge Event Space
Come along and meet other international students in a relaxed and informal setting - with tea & biscuits!
Buy Tickets
Hall Committees SU Trips - Slimbridge and Gloucester Quays
21st October 8:45am - 6:15pm
Slimbridge WWT and Gloucester Quays
Take a trip with us and explore England's wonderful waterways!
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Peer Support Language Café 1 - All Welcome!
26th October 1pm - 2pm
Events Space @ The Edge
Come and practise your language skills in our new language café! From beginners in Italian to advanced level German, all staff and students are welcome to attend this café where a variety of languages and levels of proficiency will be represented.
Caledonian Society Scottish Reeling - All Welcome!
26th October 7pm - 9pm
The Edge Art Studio
Have a go at Scottish Reeling! No need to be intimidated if you aren't Scottish or can't dance - everyone is welcome!
Caledonian Society Scottish Reeling - All Welcome!
9th November 7pm - 9pm
The Edge Art Studio
Have a go at Scottish Reeling! No need to be intimidated if you aren't Scottish or can't dance - everyone is welcome!
Caledonian Society Scottish Reeling - All Welcome!
16th November 7pm - 9pm
The Edge Art Studio
Have a go at Scottish Reeling! No need to be intimidated if you aren't Scottish or can't dance - everyone is welcome!
Caledonian Society Scottish Reeling - All Welcome!
23rd November 7pm - 9pm
The Edge Art Studio
Have a go at Scottish Reeling! No need to be intimidated if you aren't Scottish or can't dance - everyone is welcome!
Caledonian Society Scottish Reeling - All Welcome!
30th November 7pm - 9pm
The Edge Art Studio
Have a go at Scottish Reeling! No need to be intimidated if you aren't Scottish or can't dance - everyone is welcome!
Hall Committees SU Trips - Stourhead at Christmas
2nd December 5:15pm - 10:45pm
Stourhead, Wiltshire
Join us for a festive trip to beautiful Stourhead
Buy Tickets
Peer Support Language Café 2 - All Welcome!
13th February 1pm - 2pm
Events Space @ The Edge
Come and practise your language skills in our new language café! From beginners in Italian to advanced level German, all staff and students are welcome to attend this café where a variety of languages and levels of proficiency will be represented.
Peer Support Language Café 3 - All Welcome!
18th April 1pm - 2pm
Events Space @ The Edge
Come and practise your language skills in our new language café! From beginners in Italian to advanced level German, all staff and students are welcome to attend this café where a variety of languages and levels of proficiency will be represented.

 

Contact us

Email:

suinternational@bath.ac.uk

Your SU Community Officer: sucommunity@bath.ac.uk