

University profile
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
About
Explore what is possible at Aston University, where career-focused teaching and practical experience help students prepare for what comes next. Aston is particularly known for business, engineering, computing, pharmacy, optometry and the health sciences. Students can develop their knowledge through industry experience and placement opportunities, building valuable skills and professional connections alongside their studies. With locations in Birmingham and London, Aston offers a supportive and internationally connected environment in two of the UK’s leading cities.
At a glance
Rankings
#417
QS World University Rankings 2027
401–500
Times Higher Education World Rankings 2026
#48
The Guardian University Guide 2026
Campus life

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Where you'll study

Aston’s main campus brings teaching, accommodation, study spaces, sports facilities and the Students’ Union together in one compact location. Set in central Birmingham, it gives students easy access to the city’s culture, entertainment, businesses and transport connections.
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Located close to the City of London, St Paul’s and Shoreditch, Aston University London offers specialist programmes in business, innovation and digital technologies. Its central location helps students connect their studies with one of the world’s most active professional and commercial environments.
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