Aston University
URN: 133787 • Birmingham B4 7ET
Overview
- Name
- Aston University
- URN
- 133787
- Type
- Higher education institutions
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alec Cameron (since 2025) , Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive
- Telephone
- 01212044562
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Aston Triangle, Birmingham B4 7ET
Summary
Aston University, located in Birmingham, is a higher education institution dedicated to fostering student success and enterprise. The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, with a strong emphasis on practical skills and real-world applications. Aston is particularly noted for its commitment to social mobility, ranking 2nd in the country in this regard, and has been recognised as University of the Year for Student Success in the Daily Mail University Guide 2025.
The university promotes a supportive learning environment, with a focus on original research and inspiring teaching. It is home to a vibrant international community, welcoming students from over 120 countries. Aston also provides various support services to assist students throughout their academic journey, including scholarships of up to £10,000 for postgraduate courses starting in September 2025.
Aston University is strategically positioned in the heart of Birmingham, offering award-winning accommodation and a range of facilities that enhance student life. The university's 2030 strategy aims to create a transformational impact on students, businesses, and the wider community, reinforcing its role as a leading institution in science, technology, and enterprise.
The university promotes a supportive learning environment, with a focus on original research and inspiring teaching. It is home to a vibrant international community, welcoming students from over 120 countries. Aston also provides various support services to assist students throughout their academic journey, including scholarships of up to £10,000 for postgraduate courses starting in September 2025.
Aston University is strategically positioned in the heart of Birmingham, offering award-winning accommodation and a range of facilities that enhance student life. The university's 2030 strategy aims to create a transformational impact on students, businesses, and the wider community, reinforcing its role as a leading institution in science, technology, and enterprise.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Lambs Christian School (73.2)
- Brays School (69.8)
- Hamd House School (69.6)
- Wilson Stuart School (68.7)
- Mander Portman Woodward Independent College (66.8)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- -
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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