Aston University ,UK

Aston University is a public research university in Birmingham city, England. The University received its Royal Charter from Queen Elizabeth II on 22 April 1966. In 1955, it became the UK's first College of Advanced Technology. It has a friendly and green campus with several facilities, including cafes, a supermarket, and places to meet, study and get healthy. The University has a mission to become the UK's leading University for students aspiring to succeed in business and the professions, where original research, enterprise, and inspiring teaching deliver local and global impact. The University proudly wins the trust of more than 13000 students studying in all 12 schools from approximately 120 countries.

Why Choose Aston University?

Located in the centre of Birmingham City (the second-largest city in UK), it is a welcoming home for career-minded international students with various places to explore and enjoy. It is one of the leading career-focused universities in UK, dedicated to providing real-world experience to all its students. The University provides its students with all modern facilities, including a library, theater, laboratories, and many more. Some major reasons to study at Aston University, UK are:

Research-Oriented

The University believes in providing a research-oriented education to its students. It has a mission to deliver education that changes the lives of students for the better. According to REF (Research Excellence Framework), 79% of the University's research is recognised as 'world leading' and 'internationally excellent'. The University empowers its researchers with access to cutting-edge facilities and investment opportunities.

Professional Placements

One of the best things about Aston University is its focus on employability. It works with its students to help them secure a placement that suits their career goals. The University has strong links with business, industry, and professions and believes in providing real-world experience to its students. Most courses offered at the University include a placement year, where international students get the opportunity to put their skills into practice and interact with professionals.

Career and Placements Teams

The University has a dedicated Careers and Placements team to support its students as soon as they arrive in the first year. It helps you find your part-time job, assists you in finding your perfect placement, checks your CV, provides you skills to crack interviews, teaches you how to network with employers, supports you through the ups and downs, keeps you motivated, and helps you find your dream job.

Business Engagement

The University provides a wide range of business services with a proven track record. Since Birmingham Municipal Technical School began in 1895, enterprise and knowledge exchange has been central to the university's mission. The programs at the University have helped hundreds of organisations across the UK in solving business challenges. So if you are a big thinker with new business ideas and wish to upskill yourself, then Aston University is the perfect choice for you.

561-570th

Rank

Birmingham, England

Location

1895

Established

3000+

International Students

Business and Management, Health and Life Sciences, and Psychology

Famous Courses

£15,000- £24,000

International Fees

Key Features

Apart from the various facilities available at the university, it has some key features which can convince an international student to study in Aston. These features are:

79% of research is recognised as world-leading
75.0% overall satisfaction among Aston students
28th in the UK for Graduate Career Prospects
33rd in the UK for students achieving First or Upper Second Class Degrees
36th in the UK for student Degree Completion Rate
3000 international students from 120 countries
24/7 facility of library

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Aston University Ranking

The rise in the Aston University Ranking in recent years indicates its efforts to be a leading, inclusive university at the local, national and global levels. The Times Higher Education Ranking puts the University in the top 25. Whereas The Complete University Guide UK Rankings and Sunday Times have included the University in the top 50 in UK. Apart from the overall rankings, the University also enjoys the rankings for its various courses.

Aston University Ranking
Ranked By	Ranking
QS World University Ranking	561^th-570^th
The Times Higher Education Ranking	25^th
The Complete University Guide UK Rankings	43^th
Sunday Times	43^th
The Guardian University Guide Rankings	25^th

QS World Rankings 2023 for Courses
Ranked for	Ranking
Business and Management Studies	105^th
Psychology	201^th-250^th
Accounting and Finance	201^th-250^th
Linguistics	201^th-250^th
Modern Languages	251^th-300^th
Social Sciences and Management	285^th
Engineering- Chemical	301^th-350^th
Computer Sciences and Information Systems	451^th-500^th
Engineering and Technology	501^th-520^th
Engineering- Mechanical	501^th-520^th
Biological Sciences	601^th-640^th

Times Higher Education World Rankings for Courses
Ranked for	Ranking
Psychology	129^th
Clinical, Pre-Clinical and Health	119^th
Life Sciences	143^th
Computer Science	125^th
Engineering	116^th
Business and Economics	118^th
Social Sciences	102^th

Admission Criteria

To be accepted at the university’s program, the student must be able to satisfy certain English language requirements and academic requirements. The minimum score required will depend on the programme you are applying for. Moreover, international students who are unable to secure the minimum score in English proficiency may opt for foundation courses. The basic eligibility criteria to enrol in Aston University is mentioned below.

Aston University Entry Requirements
Eligibility	Undergraduate	Post Graduate	Post Graduate Research
Academics	70% or above in the 12^th standard	55% - 60% or more in bachelor's degree*	60% or more in master's degree
IELTS	6.0-7.0	6.0-7.0	6.5
TOEFL	101 or above	93 or above	93 or above
PTE	64 or above	67 or above	67 or above
MOI	Accepted (if 75% or above marks in 12^th English)	Accepted (if 75% or above marks in 12^th English)	Not accepted
LOR	Requires one	Requires two	Requires two
Work Experience	Accepted	Accepted	Accepted
Duolingo	110 (with a minimum of 85 in each sub-score)	110 (with a minimum of 85 in each sub-score)	Not accepted
Language Cert	B2 score	B2 score	B2 score

The overall score required in IELTS varies from subject to subject
Few postgraduate programs at Aston requires an overall TOEFL score of 101
Few undergraduate programs require a minimum overall score of 67 in PTE
Some of the undergraduate courses require a minimum of 75% in the 12th standard
To apply for the MBA program, international students have to appear for the GMAT

Aston University Courses

Aston University courses offers a diverse range for international students at undergraduate, postgraduate and postgraduate research levels. It includes courses related to various subjects such as Business, Computer Science, Engineering and Applied Science, English, History, Law, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Medicine and Health Sciences, Politics and International Relations, and Sociology and Policy. The list of all the major courses available at the university is mentioned below.

Aston University Undergraduate Courses
Accounting and Finance	Biochemistry
Applied Chemistry	Biological Sciences
Biomedical Engineering	Biomedical Sciences
Business Analytics	Business and International Relations
Business and Management	Business and Mathematics
Business and Politics	Business and Sociology
Business and Supply Chain Management	Engineering (Chemical/ Civil/ Design/ Electrical and Electronic/ Mechanical/
Chemistry	Computer Sciences
Construction Project Management	Cybersecurity
Design Enterprise and Innovation	Economics

Aston University Postgraduate Courses
Accounting and Finance	Advanced Dental Implantology
Advanced Clinical Practice in Ocular Health	Advanced Hearing Therapy Practice
Applied Artificial Intelligence	Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence with Business Strategy	Biosciences
Business Analytics	Business and Management
Business Economics and Finance	Business Enterprise Development
Business Psychology	Civil Infrastructure Engineering
Clinical Neurophysiology	Clinical Science
Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience	Computer Science
Construction Management and Engineering	Crisis and Disaster Management
Data Analytics	Drug Delivery
Engineering Management	Engineering Management
Entrepreneurship and Analytics	Entrepreneurship

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Aston University Fees and Living Costs

The tuition fee at Aston University Fees varies according to the level of degree and course the student chooses. The fees for the undergraduate programs range from £18,000 to £24,000. Whereas the fees for the postgraduate and postgraduate research degrees range from £15000-£24000 and £9000-£18000 respectively. Moreover, the average cost of living for international students in Birmingham City is approximately £10,000 per year.

Aston University Fees and Cost of Living
Courses	Fees
Undergraduate	£18,000-£24,000
Postgraduate	£15,000-£24,000
Research Degrees	£9,000-£18,000
Living Expenses	£10,000 (approx.)

Fee for the MBA course at the university is approximately £29,950.

Intake

Due to the high academic standard and high rankings in the UK, many international students apply for postgraduate and undergraduate programs at Aston. The acceptance rate of Aston University is approximately 82.5%. International students who wish to apply to Aston University should adhere to the following deadline for the smooth process of admission and visa.

Aston University Intakes
Intakes	Month of intake	Application Deadline
Autumn	September	End of June
Spring	January	End of October

Scholarship

This is the most prestigious scholarship at Aston University available for postgraduate students. It is awarded to students who have achieved exceptional academic results and can demonstrate a passion for their subject through professional work experience, volunteering, or extracurricular projects and activities.