Aston University Birmingham Courses, Ranking, Admission Criteria, Fee & Scholarships

Aston University Birmingham Courses, Ranking, Admission Criteria, Fee & Scholarships

Birmingham, EnglandLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1895established year
9926enrollment
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Aston University is an established research-led public University. The university is presently home to around 9,000 undergraduate and 2,000 postgraduate students. The university’s student population comprises almost 2000 international students from 120+ countries around the world.

Aston University offers 284 courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. The Aston Business School is also in the top 1% in the world and has a place in tier 1 business schools in the UK. For students with qualifications who did not achieve direct access to undergraduate or postgraduate courses, the university has designed various International Pathway Programs like UG Foundation Program and PG Foundation Program, etc.

For admissions to Aston University courses are selective with moderately competitive academic requirements. To be considered for admissions, applicants must have an overall academic score of 70% or above. While an IELTS score of 6.5 is a must for international applicants, evidence of professional experience is highly desirable.

With a retention rate of 83.4%, Aston University is highly recognized for its student satisfaction and teaching quality. The university also invests over £1 million in scholarships and awards several merit-based scholarships, ranging from GBP 2,000- GBP 10,000.

Aston University Rankings

With the rise in league ranks over recent years Aston University has become one of the leading institutions of the UK. Listed below are the overall ranks received by Aston University by some of the prestigious Agencies across the globe:

  • Top 30 in UK for “Graduate Prospects”, Times Complete University Guide 2022
  • 26th- QS Online MBA World Rankings 2021
  • 30th- The Guardian University Guide 2021
  • 43rd- League Table Rank by Times University Guide 2021
  • Top 100 in The world for Business and Management, by QS World Subject Rankings
  • Athena SWAN Silver Award

Highlights

University Type Public
Year of Establishment 1895
Location Birmingham
Sq. feet/acres of the campus 60 acre
World Rank 485
Retention Rate 83.4%
Total Students 11,334
International Students 1,719
Student Staff Ratio 19.7
Campus Accomodation Available
Financial Aid Available
Website https://www.aston.ac.uk/

Aston University Programs

The university is divided into five schools: Engineering and Applied Science, Life and Health Sciences, Languages and Social Sciences, the Aston Medical School, and the Aston Business School.

Aston University provides 282 courses, including 109 undergraduate, 97 graduate, and several Diploma and Phd courses. Few of the most enrolled programs at Aston University are:

Course Requirement Fees
Accounting and Finance- MSc 2 professional references IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 93 GBP 19,250
Business Analytics- MSc Professional references TOEFL 93 GBP 19,250
Research in the Social Sciences (Management) MSc 2 professional references TOEFL 78 GBP 18,800
Data Analytics MSc 2 professional references TOEFL 78 GBP 17,050
MBA 2 professional references TOEFL 93 GBP 25,850
Biochemistry BSc 75-85% and above in class12 TOEFL 93 GBP 19,300
Business and International Relations BSc 75-85% and above in class12 GCSE Maths - grade C/4 GCSE English Language/Literature- grade C/4 TOEFL 93 GBP 15,950
Biomedical Science BSc 75-85% and above in class12 TOEFL 101 GBP 19,300
English Literature and Sociology BSc GCSE English Language/Literature- grade C/4 TOEFL 93 GBP 15,950

Aston University Campus & Accommodation

Aston University is situated in the heart of Birmingham. It is a single-site campus in the Gosta Green area of Birmingham with a library that is open 24/7 (during term-time) and is a 10 minutes walking distance from the city’s main entertainment and shopping centres.

  • More than 130 student led societies and clubs
  • Sports facilities at Aston University include a swimming pool, fully equipped gym, multiple courts, and studios.
  • Aston Meal Plan for the students living on campus
  • 9th most sustainable university in the UK

Accommodation 

Aston University accommodation is ranked #2 in the UK. Applicants are given a choice of either a room in a 5 or 7 bedroom flat with en-suite facilities and a shared kitchen, basic amenities like Bike storage, Laundromat, Vending machines are also available.

These flats are divided between two buildings with the following rent:

Accommodation Accommodation Type Total Rent (45 weeks)
James Watt 5 bed en-suite GBP 6678
7 bed en-suite GBP 6405.43
William Murdoch 5 bed en-suite: GBP 6678
7 bed en-suite GBP 6405.43

Note: Aston Student Homes (ASH) is the official Students Union accommodation support service that can guide you in finding Off-campus accommodation.

Accommodation Details

  • Applications Open - April 2021
  • Allocation details sent to unconditional- May 2021
  • Guaranteed accommodation application deadline- 31st July 2021
  • When your accommodation offer is confirmed, you will be asked to deposit an advance of GBP 250.

Aston University Application Process

Aston University receives a large volume of applications from students all around the world every year. The student population represents more than 120 countries. For students to apply, standardized test scores for studying in the UK are a necessary requirement.

How to apply?
Admissions at Aston University differ for Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses, varying in requirements and deadlines:

  • Application portal: UG: UCAS | PG: Online Application through individual course pages
  • Application fees: UG: GBP 20 (single course) | PG: Not Required
  • Application Deadline: UG: 30th June | PG: Rolling Admissions

Application requirements

  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • TOEFL or IELTS score
  • Reference Letter
  • personal statement
  • subject specific requirements

English Language Requirements 

Department IELTS score (UG) IELTS score (PG) TOEFL(UG) TOEFL(PG)
Engineering and Applied Science 6.0 5.5 78 78
Languages and Social Sciences (LSS) 6.0 6.5 78 93
Life and Health Sciences 6.5 6.5 93 93
Aston Medical School (AMS) 7.0 - 101 101
Aston Business School (ABS) 6.5 6.5 93 93

Aston University Cost of Attendance

Postgraduate tuition fees for all the courses, at Aston University, is between 17,050- 25,850 GBP. However, the tuition fees for UG programs vary according to the Aston University school. The estimated tuition fees for the UG programs is tabulated below:

School Tuition Fees(in GBP) 
Aston Business School 15,950
Aston Medical School 42,750
Languages and Social Sciences 15,950 – 17,350
Engineering and Physical Science program 16,350 – 19,800
Life and Health Sciences program 15,950 – 19,300

Aston University Scholarships

Aston University invests over GBP 1 million on scholarships.There is a wide range of international scholarships provided by the university to recognise academic, professional, and personal experience of an applicant.

Few of the scholarships available for international students are:

Scholarship Eligibility Benefit
Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship Available for students applying to UG or PG taught programs (except MBChB in Medicine,MBA and PG-Research). GBP 8,000
Global Ambassador Scholarship Available for students applying to UG or PG taught programs (excluding the MBA). GBP 3,000
MBA Dean's Award Scholarship UK and international applications. MBA Full-time. 50% off tuition fee.
Women in Engineering Scholarship Female international students within the School of Engineering & Applied Science.(UG and PG) tuition fee discount of GBP 6,000
University of the Year Scholarship Available for students applying to UG and PG taught programs at Aston University starting in September 2021(excluding the MBChB in Medicine and MBA) GBP 10,000

Aston University Placements

Aston University graduates are among the highest paid graduates, the 20th largest in the UK. Aston University collaborates with UK and international employers to source and promote placement opportunities. They host employer events and recruitment fairs both on and off campus in order to bring employers and students together. Aston's Careers + Placements team arranges more than 200 visits from employers on campus.

Salaries of Top Aston University Graduates and Alumni:

Degree Average Salary(in GBP)
Doctorate 125,000
Masters in Finance 76,000
Bachelor (Other) 70,000
PhD 68,000
MBA 66,000
Executive MBA 63,000

Aston University Alumni

  • Aston graduates (including exchange students) are eligible for a 20% loyalty discount on standard taught MSc and full-time MBA course fees.
  • Alumni can receive expert care at clinics run by The School of Life & Health Sciences.
  • Aston graduates can use the newly remodeled Aston University Library for free.
  • Aston University provides a discount of 10% on hotel prices to all Aston Alumni.
  • Aston alumnis are welcome to join the Doug Ellis Woodcock Sports Centre for an annual fee.

Notable alumni:

  • Kevin Brooks- Writer
  • Laura Jones- BBC Journalist
  • John Lodge- Musician
  • Mark Wright -Executive Director, Jaguar Land Rover
  • Stephen James Martin- British Academic
  • David Willey- Physicist
  • Ravi Kant- Former Vice Chairman of TATA Motors India

Aston University is internationally recognised for excellence in Business and science. It is rated Gold by the Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework(TEF) for offering the highest quality education. Aston University is also one of the first universities in the UK to offer virtual internships. According to the Longitudinal Education Outcomes(LEO,2020) graduates of Aston University are amongst the highest-paid five years after graduation.

FAQ

Ques. What are the tuition Fees for Undergraduate Programs?

Ans. The tuition Fees for Undergraduate Programs at Aston University ranges between GBP15,950 - GBP19,800.

Ques. How much does accommodation at the Aston University

Ans. The accommodation at Aston University can cost up to GBP 6678.

Ques. How is the library facility on campus?

Ans. The library is spread across four floors with 700 reading rooms and maintains over 800 periodicals, 250,000 print books, 3,500 electronic journals as well and 40 electronic databases.

Ques. Does an applicant need to pay an application fee?

Ans. Applicants applying through the direct Admission portal of Aston University do not have to pay any application fee but applicants who have applied through UCAS have to pay the application fee of GBP 20.

Ques. What is the application deadline for Postgraduate courses?

Ans. Aston University does not have any specific deadline for Postgraduate Courses.

Ques. How long does it take for an application to be reviewed?

Ans. Aston University usually reviews an application within 24 to 48 hours.

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Aston University Ratings

Based on 3 Students Rating

6.6 out of 10
8.7/10Academic
7.3/10Accommodation
9.0/10Faculty
8.7/10Infrastructure
5.7/10Placement

Aston University Reviews


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MM
6.8 /10

Overview

I chose this program because I have always had an interest in photonics and wanted to further enhance my knowledge.

Fees

The fee is probably around £16000/yr.

academic: 10/10
faculty: 10/10
infrastructure: 10/10
accomodation: 6/10
placement: 5/10

NJ
7.2 /10

Overview

I liked the course and the program in Artificial Intelligence as the course modules are better than many top-ranked colleges in the UK, and there are a lot of interactive lectures, and guest lectures from industry professionals on topics that are not covered in our teaching modules. So this covers most of the aspects of AI and also Aston University is in the city center of Birmingham, 2nd largest city in the UK, with lots of new opportunities developing around here, and some Big 4 companies and IT companies shifting to Birmingham.

Fees

GBP 21000 + additional for 10-month placement assistance where the university can provide an extended visa for 10 months.

academic: 9/10
faculty: 9/10
infrastructure: 9/10
accomodation: 9/10
placement: 7/10

VP
5.7 /10

Overview

One of the top business schools and ranked 3 for the business psychology course

academic: 7/10
faculty: 8/10
infrastructure: 7/10
accomodation: 7/10
placement: 5/10

Aston University Scholarships


NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Deutschland Stipendium ProgramScholarship per student$4,363Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Forte FellowshipScholarship per student$24,623Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Forktip Women’s- Innovation ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Charles Wallace India Trust ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyN/ATypeAwards
Robert S. McNamara Fellowship ProgramScholarship per student$25,000Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
Paul Foundation scholarshipsScholarship per student$20,174Level Of StudyDiplomaTypeMerit-Based

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Aston University Admissions

  • UCAS deadline Deadlines

    Important Date: January25 (Application deadline)

Aston University Exam Scores

ExamsAvg. ScoreMin ScoreMax. Score%Submitted'
Language Proficiency
TOEFL-93--
IELTS-6.59-
PTE686790-
Graduate
GRE updated305---

Attendance Cost

£19,072

attendance cost

The table shows average yearly cost of attendance for international students. Amount may vary with the course opted, nature of accommodation, and personal spending habits of a candidate.Check Program wise Fees

Tuition fees
Undergraduate Programs
£19,072 / Year
Post Graduate Program
£24,819 / Year
On Campus
Premium two ensuite
£6,962 / Year
Premium one ensuite
£6,677 / Year

Faculty

Total FacultyFull TimePart TimeGraduate Assistants
760---

Aston University Campus Location


+44-12-12-04-3000
Telephone
Aston St, Birmingham B4 7ET
Address

Nearby This Campus

  • Bus Station
  • Train Station
  • Shopping Mall
  • Book Store
  • Super Market
  • Airport

Bus Station

Aston University (Stop CR2)0.18 km
Aston University (Stop CR1)0.18 km
The Gosta Green0.22 km
Coleshill Street (Stop WS2)0.23 km
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Shopping Mall

The Square Shopping Centre0.73 km
Dream Travel Solutions0.91 km
Markets Customer Centre1.21 km
Grand Central1.25 km
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Super Market

Day In Supermarket1.42 km
Wing Yip Superstore Birmingham1.64 km
Morrisons2.15 km
PAK Supermarket2.18 km
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Train Station

Curzon Street Station0.60 km
Birmingham Snow Hill0.82 km
Birmingham Moor Street0.96 km
Duddeston1.16 km
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Book Store

British Heart Foundation0.81 km
Waterstones1.01 km
hmv1.21 km
The Book Exchange Adult Shop1.23 km
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Airport

Blueline Cars1.94 km
Heartlands Hospital Heliport4.18 km
TOA Taxis Birmingham5.53 km

● All distance are measured radially. Actual distance may vary

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Please what's the time frame for submission of international passport as mine is still in the process?
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Sinbad Chongtham

You should submit your passport as soon as possible after receiving an offer of admission from Aston University Birmingham because you will need your passport to obtain a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), which is required to apply for a Tier 4 student visa to study in the UK.

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