Aston University

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Uni facts

Birmingham, UK

Type

Public
Rank

654
International students

3000
Nationalities

120
Total programs

6
Acceptance rate

50%

Study abroad at Aston University

Aston University is a public research university based in Birmingham, England. It offers a wide range of degree programs, and is well respected for its business and marketing degrees. International students can study pathway programs at Aston, which can help you study abroad if you don’t currently meet the entry requirements.

The University’s campus offers a wide range of facilities designed to support your studies. There’s an extensive library, computer labs, laptops available to borrow, and group study areas, as well as areas for personal study. In the last eight years, Aston has invested over £10 million in upgrading its laboratory space.

The campus also offers lots of recreational facilities, including a sports center with a 25m swimming pool, a multi-purpose gym, sports halls, squash courts, dance and martial arts studios, plus a wide variety of fitness classes. Aston’s Students’ Union (SU) organizes a range of societies focusing on sports, special interests, and cultural diversity.

Why study at Aston?

Quality teaching
The University has a gold rating for teaching (Teaching Excellence Framework 2017)
Student satisfaction
90.4% overall satisfaction among international students (National Student Survey)

Life as an international student

As an international student at Aston University you’ll join a community of more than 130 nationalities, so you won’t be on your own. The University is based in the center of Birmingham, one of the most diverse cities in the UK.

If you choose to study a pathway program, you will first study at Kaplan International College (KIC) London, which will fully prepare you for your studies at Aston. Before the start of your program you’ll take part in a Welcome Week which is designed to help you get to know the college and settle in.

You’ll study alongside other international students, making it a great way to transition into life studying in the UK. After your program you can then begin your studies at Aston University, and staff will help you sort out your accommodation and complete and paperwork necessary.

Student life & facilities

Group of students planning a presentation in a living room

Library
- Computer labs
- Group Study Rooms
- Quiet Areas
Praying Rooms
- Workshops
- Chaplaincy
- Skills classes
- Language Center
- Group Praying Rooms
- Pre sessional English Academic skills courses
No. of All Weather Sports Pitches
- No. of Swimming pools 1
- No. of Badminton Courts 1
- No. of Squash Courts 1
- No. of Basketball Courts 1
- No. of Athletics Track 1
- No. of volleyball courts 1
IT Support
- Loan Laptops
- Campus Wireless Connectivity
Transport
- Campus Bus Service
- Campus parking
Food & Restaurants
- Restaurants 2
- Cafe’s 3
Fitness Centre
- Machines
- Free Weights
- Fitness Classes
- Dance Studio
- Sauna / Steam Rooms
- Swimming Pool
- Personal Trainers
- Treatment Rooms
Clubs & Organisations
- No. of Clubs & Organizations 108
Healthcare & Medical
- Counselling & Mental Health Services
Sports Facilities
- Sport facilities
- No. of Natural Turf Soccer Pitches 1
Tutoring Support
- Student Tutoring & Support
- Academic Tutoring & Support
- Peer & Buddy Program

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