International Scholarships
Recognising and supporting outstanding students
Recognising and supporting outstanding students
We have a range of international scholarships to recognise your academic, professional, and personal experience.
To apply for a scholarship, you will need to apply for and receive an offer for an Aston University course first.
Scholarship applications open on key dates throughout the year, and we will share information on how to apply closer to those dates.
For January 2025, you could benefit from a personalised Aston award worth up to £10,000*.
The £10,000 Aston award combines an Automatic Early Acceptance discount of up to £3,000 plus one Aston Award scholarship (highest eligible value) worth up to £7,000.
The sooner you confirm your decision to choose Aston University by accepting your place, the more we can support you, and ensure that your arrival on campus is as smooth as possible.
International students who receive an offer to study with us in January 2025 are eligible for an automatic discount of up to £3,000. No additional application is necessary; the discount will be applied when you enrol.
Key Information:
This offer is time-sensitive. For the maximum £3,000 discount, we encourage you to apply early for January 2025 courses. Don't miss out on this opportunity to save on your tuition and secure your place at Aston University.
Please note: the maximum £3,000 Early Acceptance Discount is available for a limited time only and cannot be granted if the student has requested and been granted an extension to accept the offer. Once the date passes, the amount available reduces until the 20th November when the scheme expires.
We aim to attract the brightest and best students to our practical, industry relevant degrees. If you achieve the equivalent of a UK upper second class (2:1) degree, you will automatically receive a £3,000 scholarship. There is no need to submit a separate application, your eligibility will be assessed by our admissions team when your application is reviewed.
If you also accept your place and pay your deposit before the deadline, you can also claim your automatic up to £3,000 Early Acceptance Discount bringing the total possible fee reduction to £6,000.
This scholarship is available to all international students. Eligibility criteria for certain countries is listed in the table below. If your country is not listed, please contact us at international@aston.ac.uk or find contact details for your regional team to request the eligibility criteria for your country.
Country | Academic Requirement, Degree classification, GPA |
Algeria | Licence / Diplôme CGPA of 14 out of 20 or higher |
Bangladesh | Bachelor degree from |
China | 70% overall or higher from Project 211/985 universities; 75% overall from non-211/985 universities. |
England | UK degree 2:1 |
France | 10 out of 20 for Grande École; |
Ghana | CGPA 3.5 out of 5 or 60%; or B or higher |
India | Depending on the University tier: |
Iran, Islamic Republic of | 15 out of 20 overall from Kar-Shenasi / Licence (Bachelors degree) |
Kenya | CGPA of 3.5 out of 5 or 70% overall or higher |
Kuwait | CGPA of 3.3 out of 4 or higher or B+ |
Nepal | CGPA of 3 out of 4 or higher from |
Nigeria | CGPA of 3.5 out of 5 or 60% overall or higher |
Pakistan | 60-80%;2.8 - 3.4 - depending on the University |
Saudi Arabia | 4 year bachelor degree with GPA of 2.7 out of 4 or 3.6 out of 5 or higher |
Sri Lanka | CGPA 3.2 out of 4 or higher |
Taiwan | CGPA of 70 - 85% depending on the University |
Thailand | CGPA of 2.8 - 3.2 or higher depending on the University |
United Arab Emirates | CGPA of 3.2 out of 4; B+; 85% or higher |
United States of America | CGPA of 3.2 out of 4 or higher |
Vietnam (Viet Nam) | overall of 70% or higher; 7.5 out of 10 or higher |
Applications for the Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor's Scholarship have now closed
Sir Adrian Cadbury, was a corporate governance pioneer and a champion of education and community engagement, serving as chancellor of Aston University. His commitment to integrity, ethical business practices, and social responsibility permeated his work and left an indelible mark on the corporate landscape.
This scholarship recognises Sir Adrian’s values and contributions. As a Civic University we are looking for students who are committed to making a difference, who will take the learning and experience gained on their degree to make a positive impact in their communities internationally.
The Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor’s Scholarship comprises of a £7,000 fee reduction and exclusive opportunities for networking and self-development, including opportunities to meet VIP business leaders, attend exclusive events with the Vice-Chancellor Professor Aleks Subic and attend games at Aston Villa FC.
To be considered for this scholarship you must submit an application in the form of a one minute video, introducing yourself, and explaining why you should be considered for the scholarship.
If you also accept your place and pay your deposit before your deadline you can also claim your up to £3,000 Early Acceptance Discount*, bringing the total possible fee reduction to £10,000. If you are eligible for any of our automatic scholarships you will instead be awarded this scholarship as it is the higher value award.
Application method
Offer holders will receive an individual scholarship application link by email.
Closing date
30 September 2024 23:59 (UK Time)
Result release date
No later than the 18 October 2024
We aim to attract the brightest and best students to our practical, industry relevant degrees. If you achieve the equivalent of a UK upper second class (2:1) degree, you will automatically receive a £3,000 scholarship. There is no need to submit a separate application, your eligibility will be assessed by our admissions team when your application is reviewed.
This scholarship is available to all international students. Eligibility criteria for certain countries is listed in the table below. If your country is not listed, please contact us at international@aston.ac.uk or find contact details for your regional team to request the eligibility criteria for your country.
Terms and conditions
Country | Academic Requirement, Degree classification, GPA |
Algeria | Licence / Diplôme CGPA of 14 out of 20 or higher |
Bangladesh | Bachelor degree from |
China | 70% overall or higher from Project 211/985 universities; 75% overall from non-211/985 universities. |
England | UK degree 2:1 |
France | 10 out of 20 for Grande École; |
Ghana | CGPA 3.5 out of 5 or 60%; or B or higher |
India | Depending on the University tier: |
Iran, Islamic Republic of | 15 out of 20 overall from Kar-Shenasi / Licence (Bachelors degree) |
Kenya | CGPA of 3.5 out of 5 or 70% overall or higher |
Kuwait | CGPA of 3.3 out of 4 or higher or B+ |
Nepal | CGPA of 3 out of 4 or higher from |
Nigeria | CGPA of 3.5 out of 5 or 60% overall or higher |
Pakistan | 60-80%;2.8 - 3.4 - depending on the University |
Saudi Arabia | 4 year bachelor degree with GPA of 2.7 out of 4 or 3.6 out of 5 or higher |
Sri Lanka | CGPA 3.2 out of 4 or higher |
Taiwan | CGPA of 70 - 85% depending on the University |
Thailand | CGPA of 2.8 - 3.2 or higher depending on the University |
United Arab Emirates | CGPA of 3.2 out of 4; B+; 85% or higher |
United States of America | CGPA of 3.2 out of 4 or higher |
Vietnam (Viet Nam) | overall of 70% or higher; 7.5 out of 10 or higher |
Applications for the Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor's Scholarship are now open
Sir Adrian Cadbury, was a corporate governance pioneer and a champion of education and community engagement, serving as chancellor of Aston University. His commitment to integrity, ethical business practices, and social responsibility permeated his work and left an indelible mark on the corporate landscape.
This scholarship recognises Sir Adrian’s values and contributions. As a Civic University we are looking for students who are committed to making a difference, who will take the learning and experience gained on their degree to make a positive impact in their communities internationally.
The Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor’s Scholarship comprises of a £7,000 fee reduction and exclusive opportunities for networking and self-development, including opportunities to meet VIP business leaders, attend exclusive events with the Vice-Chancellor Professor Aleks Subic and attend games at Aston Villa FC.
To be considered for this scholarship you must submit an application in the form of a one minute video, introducing yourself, and explaining why you should be considered for the scholarship.
Application method
Offer holders will receive an individual scholarship application link by email.
Application period
1st November 2024 - 12th January 2025 23:59 (UK time)
Result release date
No later than week commencing 27th January 2025
Terms and conditions
Applications for the Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor's Scholarship will open in January 2025
Sir Adrian Cadbury, was a corporate governance pioneer and a champion of education and community engagement, serving as chancellor of Aston University. His commitment to integrity, ethical business practices, and social responsibility permeated his work and left an indelible mark on the corporate landscape.
This scholarship recognises Sir Adrian’s values and contributions. As a Civic University we are looking for students who are committed to making a difference, who will take the learning and experience gained on their degree to make a positive impact in their communities internationally.
The Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor’s Scholarship comprises of a £10,000 fee reduction and exclusive opportunities for networking and self-development, including opportunities to meet VIP business leaders, attend exclusive events with the Vice-Chancellor Professor Aleks Subic and attend games at Aston Villa FC.
To be considered for this scholarship you must submit an application in the form of a one minute video, introducing yourself, and explaining why you should be considered for the scholarship.
Exclusions: MBChB, Adult Nursing
Application method
Offer holders will receive an individual scholarship application link by email.
Application period
Applications will open in January 2025 and close 31 March 2025
Result release date
15th April 2025
Aston University offers a number of regional scholarships. To see if your country is eligible, please visit our country pages.
We aim to attract the brightest and best students to our practical, industry relevant degrees. If you achieve the equivalent to a A*AA, you will automatically receive a £2,000 scholarship. If you achieve the equivalent to AAB, you will automatically receive a £1,000 scholarship. There is no need to submit a separate application, your eligibility will be assessed by our admissions team when your application is reviewed.
This scholarship is available to all international students. If you have questions, please contact us at international@aston.ac.uk or find contact details for your regional team to request the eligibility criteria for your country.
Exclusions: MBChB and Adult Nursing
Applications for the Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor's Scholarship will open in January 2025
Sir Adrian Cadbury, was a corporate governance pioneer and a champion of education and community engagement, serving as chancellor of Aston University. His commitment to integrity, ethical business practices, and social responsibility permeated his work and left an indelible mark on the corporate landscape.
This scholarship recognises Sir Adrian’s values and contributions. As a Civic University we are looking for students who are committed to making a difference, who will take the learning and experience gained on their degree to make a positive impact in their communities internationally.
The Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor’s Scholarship comprises of a £10,000 fee reduction and exclusive opportunities for networking and self-development, including opportunities to meet VIP business leaders, attend exclusive events with the Vice-Chancellor Professor Aleks Subic and attend games at Aston Villa FC.
To be considered for this scholarship you must submit an application in the form of a one minute video, introducing yourself, and explaining why you should be considered for the scholarship.
Exclusions: MBA, OSPAP and Physician Associate
Application method
Offer holders will receive an individual scholarship application link by email.
Application period
Applications will open in January 2025 and close 31 March 2025
Result release date
15th April 2025
The Vice-Chancellors Enterprise Scholarship awards one full (100%) and two partial (40%) scholarships for students looking to start their own business when they graduate.
Exclusions: OSPAP
We offer a range of MBA scholarships which recognise students' academic, professional and personal experience.
Aston University offers a number of regional scholarships. To see if your country is eligible, please visit our country pages.
We aim to attract the brightest and best students to our practical, industry relevant degrees. If you achieve the equivalent of a UK first class degree, you will automatically receive a £2,000 scholarship. If you achieve the equivalent of a UK upper second class (2:1) degree, you will automatically receive a £1,000 scholarship. There is no need to submit a separate application, your eligibility will be assessed by our admissions team when your application is reviewed.
This scholarship is available to all international students. If you have questions, please contact us at international@aston.ac.uk or find contact details for your regional team to request the eligibility criteria for your country.
Exclusions: OSPAP, MBA and Physician Associate
Find out why some of our previous scholarship winners decided to study at Aston University.
MSc Information Systems and Business Analysis
MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
MSc Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine