Welcome to Aston - book your Open Day place now

At Aston University, we think the future is exciting - we are constantly looking ahead, embracing new technologies, and adopting new ways of working. We think your future with us looks exciting too. There has never been a better time to join our university.

We have been named University of the Year for Student Success by the Daily Mail University Guide 2025 and we’re ranked 21st in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025.

By attending our Undergraduate Open Day at our city centre campus in Birmingham, you'll have your chance to find out more about what makes us different. An opportunity to imagine yourself on our campus, studying, attending lectures and rubbing shoulders with your fellow students.

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Money off your journey and accommodation

Discounts on train and coach travel to our Open Day

Get special low-cost train fares

Avanti West Coast offers special fares for travel to Birmingham New Street on the days of Aston Open Days, as well as the day before and the day after, in case you would like to stay longer and explore the city.

Please check your Open Day booking confirmation email to access your exclusive link and book your discounted travel fares with Avanti West Coast.

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Get 30% off coach travel

National Express are offering 30% off coach travel to our Open Day. Use the National Express journey planner through the link below and your discount will be applied at checkout.

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Accommodation discounts

Get exclusive discounts at Conference Aston, our hotel venue

Take advantage of stylish, convenient hotel accommodation for the Aston University Open Days, when you stay at Conference Aston, the University’s hotel venue, located right at the heart of the Aston campus - perfect to step out and explore the Aston experience.

A range of hotel bedrooms are available and the modern Courtyard Restaurant serves seasonal, sustainable dishes for dinner, as well as a full English breakfast.

Book exclusive discounts for Open Day visitors online at the Conference Aston website using promo code: AUOPENDAY10

 

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Planning to bring a group of students?

Simply email our Student Recruitment and Outreach team to arrange your day. Email us on sro@aston.ac.uk

What to expect

  • Subject talks
  • Campus and city centre tours
  • Accommodation viewings
  • Meet our inspiring academics
  • Meet our current students
  • Talks on applying for university, placement years, student finance and support while you're at Aston.

Why choose Aston?

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".

Earn more fees

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)
 

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