Aston University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #643 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #259 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #55 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #42 of 131 | In England |
| #2 of 5 | In Birmingham |
| #25 of 1,018 | For Optometry |
| Top50% | For 179 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 50%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.aston.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 50% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | General Certificate of Education (GCE) or equivalent, with passes in 3 approved subjects at Advanced ('A') level, or passes in 2 subjects at 'A' and 3 at General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE), or passes in 2 subjects at 'A' and 2 at Advanced Supplementary ('AS'), or 2 at 'A', 1 at 'AS' and 2 at GCSE. grade A, B or C, or 2 at A and 3 at GCSE. grade 'A', 'B', or 'C' |
| Academic Calendar | October to June |
We've calculated the 50% acceptance rate for Aston University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Aston University is a world-class research university with 24,939 scientific papers published and 552,450 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Quantum and Particle physics, Environmental Science, and Materials Science.
Aston University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 233 | 1826 |
| 1991 | 219 | 1863 |
| 1992 | 205 | 1911 |
| 1993 | 242 | 2135 |
| 1994 | 243 | 2143 |
| 1995 | 301 | 2634 |
| 1996 | 298 | 2626 |
| 1997 | 298 | 3096 |
| 1998 | 290 | 3399 |
| 1999 | 298 | 3704 |
| 2000 | 320 | 4121 |
| 2001 | 341 | 4583 |
| 2002 | 353 | 4997 |
| 2003 | 365 | 5745 |
| 2004 | 435 | 6333 |
| 2005 | 487 | 7743 |
| 2006 | 473 | 8693 |
| 2007 | 607 | 9920 |
| 2008 | 557 | 11008 |
| 2009 | 610 | 12727 |
| 2010 | 714 | 14479 |
| 2011 | 756 | 17467 |
| 2012 | 685 | 18669 |
| 2013 | 752 | 20965 |
| 2014 | 904 | 22841 |
| 2015 | 943 | 24909 |
| 2016 | 1068 | 25838 |
| 2017 | 1157 | 28951 |
| 2018 | 1164 | 30703 |
| 2019 | 1166 | 37378 |
| 2020 | 1235 | 45802 |
| 2021 | 1585 | 60881 |
| 2022 | 1229 | 58191 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Aston University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Annual Tuition Cost (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | £9,250 - £20,500 |
| Postgraduate Taught | £9,250 - £20,500 |
| Postgraduate Research | £4,410 - £20,500 |
Aston University has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Aston University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Doctorate | Applied Linguistics, Biomedical Engineering, Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, Health Sciences, Medicine, Translation and Interpretation |
|---|
Aston University alumni
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Frankie Boyle
- Occupations
- comedianjournaliststand-up comedianscreenwriterwriter
- Biography
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Francis Martin Patrick Boyle is a Scottish comedian and writer. He is known for his cynical, surreal, graphic and often controversial sense of humour.
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Kevin Warwick
- Occupations
- university teacherengineercomputer scientistroboticistartificial intelligence researcher
- Biography
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Kevin Warwick is an English engineer and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) at Coventry University. He is known for his studies on direct interfaces between computer systems and the human nervous system, and has also done research concerning robotics.
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John Lodge
- Occupations
- singer-songwritersongwritersingerrecord producerguitarist
- Biography
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John Charles Lodge is an English musician, best known as bass guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter of the longstanding rock band the Moody Blues. He has also worked as a record producer and has collaborated with other musicians outside the band. In 2018, Lodge was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Moody Blues.
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Tony Hayward
- Enrolled in Aston University
- Studied geology
- Occupations
- businesspersonentrepreneurgeologist
- Biography
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Anthony Bryan Hayward is a British businessman and former chief executive of oil and energy company BP. He replaced John Browne, Baron Browne of Madingley, on 1 May 2007. His tenure ended on 1 October 2010 when he was replaced by Bob Dudley following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. He was chairman of Glencore Xstrata from 2014 to 2021.
Aston University faculties and divisions
| School : Business | Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Computing, Finance, Management |
|---|---|
| School : Engineering and Applied Sciences | Applied Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Natural Sciences |
| School : Languages and Social Sciences | English, European Studies, International Relations and Diplomacy, Modern Languages, Sociology, Translation and Interpretation |
| School : Life and Health Sciences | Biological and Life Sciences, Biomedicine, Health Sciences, Optometry, Pharmacy, Psychology, Speech Therapy and Audiology |
General information
| Founded | 1895 |
|---|---|
| Motto | Forward |
Location and contacts
| Address | Aston Triangle Birmingham, B4 7ET United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 1,137,000 |