INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Your gateway to a global career.
At Aston, you'll learn from a top 5% global university (QS World University Rankings, 2026), where you can gain the skills and practical experience employers are looking for.
Benefit from industry experiences and placement opportunities for every student. Experience our Gold standard teaching (Teaching Excellence Framework, 2023). Find out about our generous scholarships.
Discover why we are the Daily Mail 2025 University of the Year for Student Success.
Rewrite what's possible
What does it feel like to find your purpose? Yazan found his - and it started at Aston.
From supportive academics teaching him to rethink the rules, to a year spent in Iceland living his dream to make a difference, he is inspiring other students to write their own futures.
Watch his incredible story to see how opportunities at Aston can lead to life-changing moments that spark the potential to make a lasting impact on the world.
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We help you grow, stand out, and thrive in a fast-changing world.
Aston graduates are in the top 20 highest paid in the UK (Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024), and benefit from developing the skills and experience needed, whether you are aiming to join your dream organisation or set up your own business. We are proud to be named 'University of the Year Runner-Up for Graduate Employment' by The Times and Sunday Times University Guide, 2024.
Our students have access to award-winning careers support and undertake challenging international work placements, helping prepare them for the global economy.
21st out of 122 universities in the UK
We have been ranked 21st in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025, with The Guardian noting how much we improve our students' academic ability.
University of the Year for Student Success
The Daily Mail University Guide 2025 has awarded us 'University of the Year for Student Success' for our "best possible student outcomes".
Our graduates earn more than their peers
Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £37,600 five years after graduating (Longitudinal Education Outcomes 2025).
Aston University ranked 1st in the UK for partnerships
This achievement recognises Aston University’s dedication to forging strong international partnerships and collaborating to make a social impact.
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Apply to Aston and take on whatever comes next
Thinking about applying to Aston? Here's what you need to know
Get ready to join us
If you have accepted your place, congratulations! To help you get ready for your new life here in the UK, we have put together some helpful advice on the next steps
