At Aston, you'll learn from a top 10% global university (QS World University Rankings, 2025), 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.

 

 

 

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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.

Professional work placements

 

 

21st in the UK

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".

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Our graduates earn more than their peers

Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £35,400 five years after graduating (Longitudinal Education Outcomes 2024)
 

 

 

Life in Birmingham, the UK's second city

Visit the heart of the UK and discover Birmingham's unrivaled culture, artistic heritage and sporting action

 

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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

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Virtual tour

Explore our campus at the heart of Birmingham in 360 degrees.