Quick Summary
Aston University, in Birmingham, United Kingdom, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1895. Ranked #422 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 18500 students including 28% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Business & Management, Engineering, Pharmacy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 50%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Consistently ranked highly for employability and graduate prospects, located in the heart of the UK's second city.
Subject Strengths
Business & ManagementEngineeringPharmacyOptometryPsychology
Founded1895
TypePublic
Total Students18500
Intl Students28%
Faculty Ratio18:1
CampusUrban
Campus Size60 acres
Affiliated HospitalsBirmingham Children's Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham
AccreditationAACSB, EQUIS, AMBA (Triple Crown)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#422
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501-600
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Apprenticeships, Foundation Years
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies, Aston Centre for Growth, Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute
Research Centers
High
Research Output
AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA (Triple Crown)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate50%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL93
Min GPA3.0
GRENot Available
GMAT600 (Optional for some MBA tracks)
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 29, 2025 (UCAS Equal Consideration)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 30 (January Intake)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Emphasize your interest in the integrated placement year and demonstrate career focus in your personal statement.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in British Pound
UG Tuition
£17,500/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£10,224/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£19,000/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$36
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£27,724/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableAston Excellence Scholarship, Global Excellence Scholarship, Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$6,300
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Apprenticeships, Foundation Years programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| BSc Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| MSc Business Analytics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Optometry | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
90%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExcellent - Pioneer of the integrated placement year with dedicated careers support.
Industry Connections
Jaguar Land RoverPwCGSKMicrosoftRolls-Royce
Notable Alumni
Ben Francis (Gymshark Founder), Kevin Warwick, Anthony Burgess, Gregor Townsend
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Sir Doug Ellis Woodcock Sports Centre, swimming pool, indoor sports halls
Student Clubs
Over 130 societies and sports clubs via Aston Students' Union
Library Resources
Aston University Library (Open 24/7 during term time), extensive digital archives
Exchange Programs
Turing Scheme, International Exchange Partners globally
Summer Programs
Available