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Aston University is a public research university situated at Gosta Green, in the city centre of Birmingham, England.
Aston, which was founded in 1895 and gained its royal university charter in 1966, offers a broad range of courses with particular success in business, science, engineering, health sciences, social sciences and languages. The university is made up of five schools: Engineering and Applied Science, Life and Health Sciences, Languages and Social Sciences, the Aston Medical School and the Aston Business School. It has a total student body of over 11,000 students, comprising around 10,000 undergraduates and more than 2,000 postgraduates.
Total UG Students
Total PG Students
International Student
Student Faculty Ratio
10,050
2,445
32%
20:9
It has extensive study, research, social, student support and accommodation facilities with a campus accommodation guarantee scheme for first year postgraduate students. More than 70% of the 10,000 or so undergraduates take sandwich placement years or years abroad. The university is proud of its student diversity, links with industry and excellent graduate employment record. The library is spread over four floors and holds more than 250,000 books and 800 periodicals with room for around 700 reading spaces. It also has access to nearly 3,500 electronic journals and 40 electronic databases.
The university campus is spread across 60 acres of land in the Gosta Green area of Birmingham and comes complete with a swimming pool, sports centres, a library, cafés, restaurants, pubs, and shops, hairdressers, health centres and lots of green space.
It is a self-contained campus right in the centre of Birmingham – just five minutes' walk from the Bullring shopping centre and 15 minutes' walk from the stations – so you're perfectly placed to take full advantage of the shops, travel links and nightlife.
Notable Alumni:
English Language Requirements
To be accepted onto their programmes, you must be able to satisfy the University's English
language requirements. The level required will depend on the programme you are applying for.
Undergraduate applicants:
Depending on score obtained in Class 12 English paper (typically, 75-85% and above), the
Examination Board in India and the School at which you are applying to at Aston University,
typically, you may be exempted from taking a SELT such as IELTS, TOEFL etc. These exemptions
do not apply to Aston Medical School MBChB Programme.
Postgraduate applicants:
Typically, you may be exempt from taking a SELT such as IELTS, TOEFL etc if you have: studied at a
highly recognized institution and completed your entire education in English medium, have strong class
12th English paper score, have evidence of working in a multinational company where it is obvious that
the daily language of communication is English.
If you have been asked to provide evidence of an IELTS Academic test (not the IELTS General test) at a certain
level, there are now two to choose from.
The following applies to those who need a Tier 4 visa and have been made an offer based on an IELTS score:
take any IELTS Academic test, whether from a UKVI approved centre or not.
must take your IELTS Academic test from a UKVI approved test centre.
School / Programme
Reading
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Overall
All
5
5.5
Aston Medical School
7.0
7.5
Aston Business School
6.0
6.5
Engineering & Applied Science
Life & Health Sciences
Languages & Social Sciences
6
Aston Business School - MBA
Life & Health Sciences - OSPAP
7
Undergraduate
State Examination Board.
on which Indian Board you studied and which subject you are applying to. In general, applicants should
score in the range of 75-85% average as a minimum.
backgrounds. Others, including business and some social sciences, are appropriate for students from
any previous subject combination.
Postgraduate Taught
You can apply for a 1-year Masters programme with an undergraduate degree from an overseas institution.
You should at least have a first-class degree from an Indian university. The specific percentage requirement
will vary depending on the course you are applying for at Aston and the Indian university which you have
graduated from.
If you are applying for finance, engineering, science or social science-based subjects; you must have studied a
similar field in your undergraduate degree. There are a number of conversion programmes in business and
management which are appropriate for students from any subject background.
Postgraduate - MBA
You can apply for the MBA programme with an undergraduate degree, in any subject area,
from an overseas institution and a minimum of three years post-graduation managerial work experience.
You should have at least a first-class degree from an Indian university.
Accommodation for International Students
· International undergraduate students who put Aston as their first choice are guaranteed accommodation
for the duration of their course. For subsequent years after their first year, they must apply by the deadline
date for returning students.
· All accommodation is on the university campus. It is self-catered, with Internet access.
· International students are allocated with home and EU students.
· Students do not have to move out during the Christmas and Easter vacations. They move out at the end of the
licence period after term 3. However, students can apply to stay on campus during the summer vacation and
many international students do this.
· Three thousand rooms in total, all on campus, all en-suite.
· Self-catering accommodation ranges from £119 to £133 a week for 42-week letting periods including bills
and internet access.
· There are no travel costs as all accommodation is on campus.
· Meal plans available. About £300 a term will buy you two meals a day.
· All accommodation has been completed in the last 15 years.
Conditional Offer
2 Weeks
Unconditional Offer
1 Week
CAS
Aston Villa Scholarship
International (non-EU) students may apply for a 5% discount on tuition fees through
partnership with Aston Villa Football Club
to students holding exceptional results.
automatically be awarded a scholarship of £2,000.
Postgraduate Research
The university has many studentships and funded research opportunities available, including a scheme
to launch 50 Prize Fellowships and Prize Studentships in celebration of our 50th year.
MBA
MBA scholarships are designed to support talented applicants wishing to develop their skills and
knowledge with the Aston MBA.
MBA Regional Scholarship
In order to encourage a diverse mix of applicants and to award outstanding achievement from the
highest calibre of students from around the world, they are pleased to offer the following regional
scholarship of up to £6000
In order to be considered for regional scholarship, candidates will have to be resident of the above
regions and be able to demonstrate how they can become an ambassador of the Aston MBA programme
once they complete their studies. Full Time MBA only
There are numerous other scholarships. Kindly refer to university website for detail qualifications required.
Other Scholarships:
You can also apply for the British Government's Chevening Scholarships, and a variety of private agencies and
charities for scholarships, bursaries and grants to study in the UK. For more information visit the British Council
website or the UK Council for International Student Affairs website
Institution TypePUBLIC
Founding Year1895
CampusURBAN
IntakeSeptember/October 2021,
Fees
Full-time UG & PG 15,650 GBP to 17,350 GBP. Fees may vary from course to course and increase every year.
Cost of Living
Living costs, sometimes called maintenance, includes; accommodation, food, clothing, books, entertainment and travel in the UK. As per UK Visas and Immigration, estimated living costs for an international student on a degree course are estimated to be £9,135 per 9-month academic year (£1015 per month), or £12,180 for a full year. These figures are approximate and vary with different lifestyles.
Ranking of Universities
The Complete University Guide 2018 : 49 World University Rankings 2017 : 351-400 The Guardian University League Tables 2018 : 51 QS World University Ranking 2018: 373
The Complete University Guide 2018 : 49
World University Rankings 2017 : 351-400
The Guardian University League Tables 2018 : 51
QS World University Ranking 2018: 373
Address
Aston Express Way, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
University Website
http://www.aston.ac.uk/