We're redefining what university means. Focused on your success, we help you grow, stand out, and thrive in a fast-changing world. Our hands-on learning, guaranteed placements, and industry connections mean you'll gain the skills, experience, and confidence to take on whatever comes next.

 

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)
 

 

 

A transformational student experience for a fast-changing world

 

We're proud to have been named University of the Year for Student Success, an accolade driven by three powerful strengths: the number of Aston graduates entering high-skilled jobs, the diversity of our student community, and the exceptional quality of our teaching and the unique opportunities it unlocks.

Focused on outcomes. Committed to you.

We provide a range of support services to help you thrive - whether it's wellbeing, disability support, career placements, or lifelong alumni connections. From workshops and networking opportunities to career advice, we're here to support you from the moment you join us, throughout your time here, and long after you graduate.

Inclusive

Support to help you thrive

"When I got diagnosed with a disability, I was struggling to accept it and I didn't know what to do. I ended up speaking to one of my lecturers... I had a chat with him and he really highly recommended that I went to Student Support. The amount of adjustments that they made for me was great, they really understood and they put their hand out to me."

Balraj Purewal, Business and Management BSc


Transformational

Building your skills for the future

"I learnt a variety of skills at Aston that really helped develop the career I have today. Along with academic skills, I was able to specialise in a variety of topics and also build a rapport with my lecturers. I understood what skills I needed to demonstrate in order to achieve those high grades which helped me build my passion in what mattered to me."

L'maya Sherae, Founder and Director, Enact Equality


Entrepreneurial

Your lifelong advantage and network

"Being part of the Aston University alumni network is hugely beneficial for all Aston students. I wanted to be in a space where I could interact with people from all over the world and build those relationships to be the foundation of learning for building a globally scalable business. There are a lot of start up founders in the Aston ecosystem so building those connections has been so important as well as making strong friendships."

Davies Okeowo, Entrepreneur and Access to Finance Manager, GBSLEP

The university of the future. Made in Birmingham.

Voted the sixth best student city in the UK by QS University World Rankings 2024, Birmingham is a thriving, diverse city and the perfect place to study. Our vibrant community of students and academics makes great things happen in the heart of the UK’s second city.

Birmingham (Brum, to its friends) is buzzing with culture, nightlife, world-class shopping experiences and an epic food scene that’s taken Michelin and social media by storm.

Birmingham is home of the balti, Cadbury chocolate and heavy metal, as well as thousands of possibilities for your future.

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