THE University of Bath has announced that it is leaving its Swindon campus.
The university said that it has been reviewing the situation at the Oakfield campus, in Marlowe Avenue, since March, and has decided to withdraw.
It said a review found that the current activities at Oakfield are not financially sustainable.
The departure date will be will be subject to a formal consultation with staff at the campus and other key stakeholders including Swindon Council.
The University of Bath's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Glynis Breakwell said: "Whilst it is disappointing that we have had to come to this conclusion, we hope it will not affect our capacity to maintain and develop close links with schools and colleges, the social and health services, and businesses in the Swindon area."
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