- Open to self-funded international undergraduate offer-holders only
- For direct entry to Year 1
- Subject to programme and progression exclusions, as detailed in the Terms and Conditions.
Build skills. Make connections. Define your future.
Build skills. Make connections. Define your future.
At a top 5%* global university, you'll gain real-world experience, learn from expert academics, and graduate ready to thrive in tomorrow's workplace.
*Globally evaluated universities, QS World University Rankings, 2026
IDP Education offers free guidance to support you on your education journey with Aston University.
IDP is a global leader in international educational services. We’ve been in the industry for over 50 years and know the best practices to help you realise your dream of studying abroad. Our range of services and experienced staff, ensures that your international future is bright and rewarding.
Did you know that Aston University offers a guaranteed internship with every Master’s degree?
Stand out from the crowd by choosing a postgraduate programme that goes beyond the classroom.
Through Aston’s Postgraduate Guaranteed Internship Scheme, you don’t just graduate with a degree, you graduate with real industry experience and the practical skills employers around the world are looking for.
With a strong global employer network, Aston connects students to exciting internship opportunities that help launch successful international careers.
Guaranteed Internships
Want to kickstart your future by gaining skills that make employers take notice? Work with some of the country’s leading academics? Make your mark on the world of tomorrow? You’re in the right place.
All undergraduate students at Aston University can now gain Power Skills:
- Master AI and the latest digital tools.
- Unlock entrepreneurial thinking.
- Become an inclusive leader.
- Learn to create a more sustainable planet.
It’s time to develop your superpowers.
Aston Power Skills
21st out of 122 universities in the UK
Aston University has been ranked 21st in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025, with The Guardian noting how much we improve our students' academic ability.
Top 20 for graduate salaries
The median salary for Aston graduates three years after graduation is £33,600 (Longitudinal Education Outcomes 2025)
Why choose Aston?
University of the Year for Student Success
The Daily Mail University Guide 2025 has awarded Aston University 'University of the Year for Student Success' for its "best possible student outcomes".
Top 5% in the world
Top 5% of global evaluated institutions (QS World University Rankings 2026)
Top 20% of global universities
THE World University Rankings 2025
Gold standard teaching
Aston University was awarded Gold - the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023)
Why choose Aston?
Why study with Aston?
21st out of 122 universities in the UK
University of the Year for Student Success
Top 20 for graduate salaries
Aston University has been ranked 21st in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025, with The Guardian noting how much we improve our students' academic ability.
The Daily Mail University Guide 2025 has awarded Aston University 'University of the Year for Student Success' for its "best possible student outcomes".
The median salary for Aston graduates three years after graduation is £33,600 (Longitudinal Education Outcomes 2025)
Top 20% of global universities
Top 5% in the world
Gold standard teaching
Aston University was awarded Gold - the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023)
Top 5% of global evaluated institutions (QS World University Rankings 2026)
THE World University Rankings 2025
JoinAston Universityin September 2026
The skills to succeed. The experience to stand out.
Aston University equips undergraduate students with Power Skills for a fast-changing world and guarantees internships with every full-time Master's degree.
Work alongside top academics and industry leaders to develop your ideas, drive innovation, and make your mark on the future.
Study in the UK at Aston University. Get in touch with IDP Education to find out more.
Explore undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses
Aston University's undergraduate and postgraduate programmes span Business and Administrative Studies, Computer Science, Engineering, Social Studies and Communications, Health and Medicine, and Psychology. Each one is crafted to equip you with career-ready skills, cutting-edge knowledge, and invaluable real-world experience.
- Aston Business School holds the prestigious ‘triple-crown’ accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS), held by fewer than 1% of business school worldwide.
- Aston Business School has been named amongst the top 100 in the Financial Times European Business Schools ranking 2025, ranked 15th in the UK and 90th in Europe.
- Experience real-life business through projects, placements and in-house business clinics.
Business and Management
- World-leading Supply Chain Management programme, ranked top 50 globally (QS Masters World Rankings 2025).
- Accessible, industry-aligned courses designed to meet the needs of ambitious learners at every stage.
- Gain hands-on experience through major commercial projects, partnering with engineering companies and working alongside academics and industry professionals to solve meaningful problems.
Engineering and Supply Chain Management
- A forward-thinking school where disciplines connect, real-world skills are prioritised, and research drives global impact.
- Choose from programmes in Mathematics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Electrical Engineering, or design your own path with joint honours degrees.
- Put theory into practice through applied learning on campus and valuable work placements with leading employers.
Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence
- Top 20 in the UK overall for Psychology (Daily Mail University Guide, 2025)
- British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited courses that open doors to chartered psychologist status and professional practice.
- Nationally recognised for excellence: 4th in the UK for Anatomy and Physiology and Health Professions (Guardian University Guide 2025), 1st for continuation in Pharmacology and Pharmacy (Complete University Guide 2025), 2nd for graduate prospects in Optometry (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025), and top 10 for graduate prospects in Biological Sciences.
Health and Psychology
- Ranked 6th in the UK for 'spend per student', Law, Guardian, 2026) / Ranked 7th in the UK for 'student experience', Law, Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2026)
- Social Science degrees blend rigorous academic study with practical, real-world perspectives across foundation, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.
- Build career-ready skills with support designed to boost your employability and unlock your professional potential.
Law and Social Sciences
Engineering and Supply Chain Management
Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence
Business and Management
- World-leading Supply Chain Management programme, ranked top 50 globally (QS Masters World Rankings 2025).
- Accessible, industry-aligned courses designed to meet the needs of ambitious learners at every stage.
- Gain hands-on experience through major commercial projects, partnering with engineering companies and working alongside academics and industry professionals to solve meaningful problems.
- Aston Business School holds the prestigious ‘triple-crown’ accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS) held by fewer than 1% of business school worldwide.
- Aston Business School has been named amongst the top 100 in the Financial Times European Business Schools ranking 2025, ranked 15th in the UK and 90th in Europe.
- Experience real-life business through projects, placements and in-house business clinics.
- A forward-thinking school where disciplines connect, real-world skills are prioritised, and research drives global impact.
- Choose from programmes in Mathematics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Electrical Engineering, or design your own path with joint honours degrees.
- Put theory into practice through applied learning on campus and valuable work placements with leading employers.
Law and Social Sciences
Health and Psychology
- Top 20 in the UK overall for Psychology (Daily Mail University Guide, 2025)
- British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited courses that open doors to chartered psychologist status and professional practice.
- Nationally recognised for excellence: 4th in the UK for Anatomy and Physiology and Health Professions (Guardian University Guide 2025), 1st for continuation in Pharmacology and Pharmacy (Complete University Guide 2025), 2nd for graduate prospects in Optometry (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025), and top 10 for graduate prospects in Biological Sciences.
- Ranked 6th in the UK for 'spend per student', Law, Guardian, 2026) / Ranked 7th in the UK for 'student experience', Law, Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2026)
- Social Science degrees blend rigorous academic study with practical, real-world perspectives across foundation, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.
- Build career-ready skills with support designed to boost your employability and unlock your professional potential.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements may vary based on test type, the course of study and the level of degree. Apply today and contact IDP Education for more information.
Undergraduate programmes
Students who have completed their Tot nghiep pho thong trung hoc (Secondary School Graduation Exam) will be required to complete a recognised Foundation Programme.
For entry to the Aston International Foundation Programme (IFP), we would require a minimum average of 7.5 - 8 for years 10 – 12. Individual subject marks may also be required as well as evidence of your English language ability.
Postgraduate Master's
You can apply for a Masters with an undergraduate degree from a recognised Vietnamese university.
You should have at least an overall average of 7.5+ (out of 10) from a recognised Vietnamese university. The specific requirement will vary depending on the course you are applying for at Aston and the Vietnamese university from which you have graduated.
If you are applying for finance, engineering or science-based subjects, you must have studied a similar field in your undergraduate degree.
English proficiency Requirements
IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band below 5.5 for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
2026 Scholarships for international students
International Community Scholarship (Undergraduate)
The Undergraduate International Community Scholarship is a competitive, application-based award for eligible undergraduate applicants joining Aston University in September 2026.
Scholarship value: £5,000, applied to the first year of undergraduate study only.
Application rounds and deadlines
- Early application round: Deadline: Sunday 10th May (midnight UK time)
- Final application round: Deadline: Sunday 26th July (midnight UK time)
Need support with your application or have questions about the scholarship? Contact IDP Education today for a free consultation.
*Eligibility
Programme exclusions
The following programmes are not eligible for the Undergraduate International Community Scholarship:
- BSc Nursing Studies (Adult Nursing or Mental Health)
- MBChB Medicine
- MOptom Optometry
- MPharm Pharmacy
- BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology)
Important Information
Acceptance/confirmation process
- Once an application round closes, the University will allow up to 14 working days to review and assess applications.
- Applicants will be notified if they have been awarded a scholarship, subject to conditions.
- Awarded applicants for the Early Application Round will be given 21 calendar days to pay their tuition fee deposit.
- Awarded applicants for the Final Application Round will be given 14 calendar days to pay their tuition fee deposit.
- Scholarship confirmation occurs only after the applicant has paid their deposit, at which point the award is applied to the student record.
Application link
- The scholarship application link will be emailed directly to eligible undergraduate international offer-holders and will not be hosted publicly. If you believe you are eligible but have not received your scholarship application link, please contact international@aston.ac.uk
- Submission of this form does not guarantee the award of a scholarship. All applications are assessed against the published eligibility criteria and Terms & Conditions. Awards are subject to approval and availability.
*Eligibility
- Open to self-funded international undergraduate offer-holders only
- For direct entry to Year 1
- Subject to programme and progression exclusions, as detailed in the Terms and Conditions.
Programme exclusions
The following programmes are not eligible for the Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor’s Scholarship (Undergraduate):
- BSc Nursing Studies (Adult Nursing or Mental Health)
- MBChB Medicine
- MOptom Optometry
- MPharm Pharmacy
- BSc Healthcare Science (Audiology)
How to apply
You will receive a personal application link by email after you receive your offer to study
Application requirements: Submit an application form and a short statement explaining why you should be considered for the scholarship (500 words or fewer).
Your statement should outline how you will make a difference and use your degree to help communities around the world.
Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor’s Scholarship (Undergraduate) - £10,000
Sir Adrian Cadbury was a leader in ethical business and education. This scholarship honours his values of integrity, community, and positive impact.
Aston University is looking for students who want to make a difference and use their degree to help communities around the world.
Scholarship value: £10,000 fee reduction
Need support with your application or have questions about the scholarship? Contact IDP Education today for a free consultation.
International Community Scholarship (Postgraduate)
The International Community Scholarship offers a discount to tuition fees to all international applicants who pay their deposit by a specific date.
Scholarship value: £4,000 (Pay deposit by the offer acceptance deadline stated in your offer letter)
Need support with your application or have questions about the scholarship? Contact IDP Education today for a free consultation.
*Eligibility
This discount will be automatically subtracted from the tuition fees of those who meet the criteria, there is no need to apply..
Programme exclusions
The following programmes are not eligible for the Postgraduate International Community Scholarship:
- PGDIP/ MSc in Overseas Pharmacy Assessment Programme
- MSc in Physician Associate Practice
- MRes programmes
- Any postgraduate research degree
*Eligibility
International postgraduate offer holders (excludes MRes, MBA, OSPAP, and Physician Associate courses)
How to apply
You will receive a personal application link by email after you receive your offer to study
Application requirements: Submit an application form and a short statement explaining why you should be considered for the scholarship (500 words or fewer).
Your statement should outline how you will make a difference and use your degree to help communities around the world.
Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor’s Scholarship (Postgraduate) - £10,000
Sir Adrian Cadbury was a leader in ethical business and education. This scholarship honours his values of integrity, community, and positive impact.
Aston University is looking for students who want to make a difference and use their degree to help communities around the world.
Scholarship value: £10,000 fee reduction
Need advice on applying for this scholarship? Contact IDP Education today for a free consultation.
Shape your future at Aston University
Rewrite what's possible
Aston University is committed to doing things differently, with a forward-looking approach that embraces new technologies and innovation in education.
Named 'University of the Year for Student Success 2025' by the Daily Mail and ranked among the top 5% globally (QS World University Rankings 2026), Aston University is also ranked 21st in The Guardian's 2025 league table.
Located in Birmingham - the UK's second-largest city - Aston combines exceptional graduate outcomes with dedicated careers support from day one to three years post-graduation, helping you secure placements and achieve competitive earnings in your chosen field.
Aston Power Skills
Want to kickstart your future by gaining skills that make employers take notice? Work with some of the country’s leading academics? Make your mark on the world of tomorrow? You’re in the right place.
All undergraduate students at Aston University can now gain Power Skills:
- Master AI and the latest digital tools.
- Unlock entrepreneurial thinking.
- Become an inclusive leader.
- Learn to create a more sustainable planet.
It’s time to develop your superpowers.
Guaranteed Internships
Did you know that Aston University offers a guaranteed internship with every Master’s degree?
Stand out from the crowd by choosing a postgraduate programme that goes beyond the classroom.
Through Aston’s Postgraduate Guaranteed Internship Scheme, you don’t just graduate with a degree, you graduate with real industry experience and the practical skills employers around the world are looking for.
With a strong global employer network, Aston connects students to exciting internship opportunities that help launch successful international careers.
Mrunalini Deshmukh
Business & Management (MSc)
The course is well-curated and gave me an overall understanding of the business management concepts with a mix of academic and industry projects. I developed my business management fundamentals in the course and also enhanced my critical analysis, emotional intelligence, innovation and problem-solving skills.
Karthik Muthoor Nagendra
Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Materials (MSc)
The university’s student union hosts plenty of clubs and societies for every sport and hobby that exists and its extremely easy to find something I love. The transition in the architecture of the campus from old to modern reminds us of the advancements that we’ve had and the privilege that we are bestowed with.
Akansha Sharma
PGDE Primary Education
I’ve been really lucky to learn from some fantastic tutors who have a vast range of experience in primary education and also in research. All international students were provided with a support team and platform named international café where you can join various online events and remain updated with the latest happenings at the university.
International Student Experience
Linh recalls her experience of first moving to study in the UK’s second-largest city, Birmingham, and how work placement opportunities such as working for TedEx Aston, and a paid internship at a company based in the city centre (just a 10 minute walk from Aston University’s campus), provided her with more career experience than she ever thought possible.
Watch the video to discover what Linh truly loves about studying at Aston University in Birmingham, UK.
Linh from Vietnam (MSc Strategic Marketing Management)
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