University Of Bath Students' Union (busu)
Sports, arts, cultural, departmental, recreational, media, volunteering and diversity & support student groups; representation both academic and in areas such as accommodation, campus facilities, town/gown relations and national issues; support in housing, academic and welfare advice, peer mentoring and peer assisted learning; training, development and entrepreneurial opportunities and a job shop.
Activities & Mission
Sports, arts, cultural, departmental, recreational, media, volunteering and diversity & support student groups; representation both academic and in areas such as accommodation, campus facilities, town/gown relations and national issues; support in housing, academic and welfare advice, peer mentoring and peer assisted learning; training, development and entrepreneurial opportunities and a job shop.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 52% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — University of Bath Students' Union (busu) (organisation 5019282)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £6,689,148 | £6,616,353 | £6,412,698 | £1,279,298 | £1,279,298 | 272 / 1200 |
| 2024 | £3,001,477 | £2,972,084 | £2,896,049 | £1,206,503 | £757,864 | 56 / 1200 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about University Of Bath Students' Union (busu)
What does University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) do?
Sports, arts, cultural, departmental, recreational, media, volunteering and diversity & support student groups; representation both academic and in areas such as accommodation, campus facilities, town/gown relations and national issues; support in housing, academic and welfare advice, peer mentoring and peer assisted learning; training, development and entrepreneurial opportunities and a job shop.
How much income did University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) report in 2025?
University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) reported total income of £6.69m and reported expenditure of £6.62m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is University Of Bath Students' Union (busu)?
University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) has a program ratio of 95.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) registered as a charity?
University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 December 2023 as charity number 1206187. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs University Of Bath Students' Union (busu)?
University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Benjamin Orford Thompson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) operate?
University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) operates in Bath And North East Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) a registered charity?
Yes — University Of Bath Students' Union (busu) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1206187.
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