Research and innovation opportunities

With two prestigious universities in our area, local business will benefit from access to research expertise, specialist facilities and unrivalled talent across many sectors.

Research and innovation in B&NES

University of Bath

The University of Bath's Research Development and Knowledge Exchange Team (RDKE) can help your business connect with their specialist facilities, research expertise and talent in the following fields:

  • Engineering
  • Sciences
  • Management
  • Humanities
  • Social Sciences
  • Health and Life Sciences

The University of Bath's research is already being applied commercially, with the Centre for Digital Entertainment and Centre for the Analysis of motion, Entertainment Research and Applications (CAMERA) being successful examples.

Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University can provide businesses the opportunity to connect with exceptional talent, approved research centres and groups operating across the following fields:

  • Art and Design
  • English and Creative Writing
  • History
  • Music
  • Psychology

The university's Enterprise Team can help you recruit students, share your experiences, raise your profile and develop your business.

If you need assistance with business support please contact one of our business engagement officers.