Aston University

Located in the heart of Birmingham, the UK’s second-largest city, Aston University offers an outstanding academic experience. Founded in 1895, Aston is a forward-thinking, progressive institution that’s committed to making the world a better place through education, research, and innovation. With state-of-the-art facilities and a diverse student community, Aston provides a welcoming environment for students from all over the world. 

The campus itself is just a stone’s throw from the city centre, giving students easy access to Birmingham’s vibrant cultural scene, business hubs, and thriving industries. It’s a place where students can build lasting connections and develop the skills they need to succeed. 

Why choose Aston University as a Chevening scholar? 

For Chevening scholars, Aston University offers an excellent environment to pursue postgraduate study. With more than 200 programmes on offer, you’ll have the opportunity to gain specialised knowledge in fields like business, engineering, and social sciences.  

As well as learning from award-winning academic staff, you’ll gain hands-on experience from placement opportunities, providing you will the practical skills you need to accelerate your career. 

Aston is deeply committed to the success of its postgraduate students, offering tailored support throughout their academic journey. The university’s career services are among the best, with personalised career advice, networking opportunities, and industry connections that help students secure competitive roles after graduation.  

What can you study? 

With a Chevening Scholarship, you can study any Chevening-eligible course at Aston University.  

Aston also offers additional Chevening Awards for applicants from India and China who wish to study the following courses: 

• India: Full-time master’s programmes offered by the College of Engineering and Physical Science and College of Life and Health Sciences (excluding OSPAP), taught at the Birmingham campus. 

• China: Full-time master’s programmes offered by the College of Business and Social Sciences, taught at the Birmingham campus. 

If you meet these criteria, we strongly encourage you to consider applying to Aston University.  

What do scholars have to say?

‘I attended [Aston University] in order to understand, experience, and learn a deeper set of innovative and communicative skills which I needed for my future ventures. I loved the great community support for incoming international students [at Aston University]. The teachers were really amazing and receptive towards the students coming from different countries, helping us to acclimatise’ – Punit Goyal.

How to apply 

If you’re interested in studying at Aston University with a fully funded Chevening Scholarship, our application guidance takes you through everything you need to know.