Aston Graduate School

Our aim is to create an inclusive and supportive environment to enhance your research journey. We are a leading institution renowned for excellence in research and innovation, equipping postgraduate researchers with essential skills to reach their full potential. 

Aston Graduate School supports all postgraduate researchers, from application to award. We assist and advise our researchers by providing training, as well as helping them through each stage of their programme. 

Our research programmes

We deliver research that truly changes lives and benefits society on a local and global scale with core themes in health, digital and technology. The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 has rated 79% of Aston University research as ‘world leading’ (4*) or ‘internationally excellent’ (3*). Our diverse offer of programmes covers science, engineering, business, social sciences, and humanities. 

At Aston University, you are immersed in an environment with cutting-edge facilities and inspiring academics, creating a vibrant space for research that unlocks a diverse range of opportunities in your chosen field.