Scholarships at Aston University

The sooner you confirm your decision to choose Aston University by accepting your place, the more we can support you, and ensure that your arrival on campus is as smooth as possible.

International students who receive an offer to study with us in January 2025 are eligible for an automatic discount of up to £3,000. No additional application is necessary; the discount will be applied when you enrol. 

Key Information:

• £3,000 fee discount: Accept your place and pay your deposit by 20th September 2024 

• £1,500 fee discount: Accept your place and pay your deposit by 20th October 2024

• £500 fee discount: Accept your place and pay your deposit by 20th November 2024 

This offer is time-sensitive. For the maximum £3,000 discount, we encourage you to apply early for January 2025 courses. Don't miss out on this opportunity to save on your tuition and secure your place at Aston University.

Please note: the maximum £3,000 Early Acceptance Discount is available for a limited time only and cannot be granted if the student has requested and been granted an extension to accept the offer. Once the date passes, the amount available reduces until the 20th November when the scheme expires.  

We aim to attract the brightest and best students to our practical, industry relevant degrees. If you achieve the equivalent of a UK upper second class (2:1) degree, you will automatically receive a £3,000 scholarship. There is no need to submit a separate application, your eligibility will be assessed by our admissions team when your application is reviewed.

If you also accept your place and pay your deposit before the deadline, you can also claim your automatic up to £3,000 Early Acceptance Discount bringing the total possible fee reduction to £6,000.

This scholarship is available to all international students. Eligibility criteria for certain countries is listed in the table below. 

In partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, Aston University is offering £10,000 towards tuition fees for one-year postgraduate-level taught courses to one student from each of the following countries who enrol at Aston University in September 2025:

• Bangladesh – September 2025 courses

• Egypt – September 2025 courses

• India – September 2025 courses

• Pakistan – September 2025 courses

The GREAT Scholarships 2025 programme, launched by the British Council together with 71 UK universities, supports postgraduate students from Bangladesh, China, Egypt, France, Ghana, Greece, Kenya, India, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam in accessing world-class UK higher education opportunities.
The scholarship programme offers financial support of a minimum of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK. Students can apply for courses in a range of subjects, at 71 institutions across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Eligibility criteria

• Course: One-year postgraduate-level on-campus taught course (excluding the MBA and OSPAP).

• Nationality: Bangladesh, Egypt, India and Pakistan (you must also be a current resident of your country)

• Minimum academic qualification: equivalent of a UK 2:1 degree qualification (except Egypt)

Deadline

• Bangladesh

  • Application Deadline: 30th April 2025, 11:30 PM Bangladesh Time

  • Award Deadline: 15th May 2025

• Egypt

  • Application opens: 1st January 2025

  • Application closes: 31st May 2025

• India

  • Application Deadline: 30th April 2025, 11:00 PM Indian Standard Time

  • Award Deadline: 15th May 2025

• Pakistan

  • Application opens: 1st January 2025

  • Application closes: 4th May 2025

Sir Adrian Cadbury, was a corporate governance pioneer and a champion of education and community engagement, serving as chancellor of Aston University. His commitment to integrity, ethical business practices, and social responsibility permeated his work and left an indelible mark on the corporate landscape.

This scholarship recognises Sir Adrian’s values and contributions. As a Civic University we are looking for students who are committed to making a difference, who will take the learning and experience gained on their degree to make a positive impact in their communities internationally.

The Sir Adrian Cadbury Chancellor’s Scholarship comprises of a £7,000 fee reduction and exclusive opportunities for networking and self-development, including opportunities to meet VIP business leaders, attend exclusive events with the Vice-Chancellor Professor Aleks Subic and attend games at Aston Villa FC.

To be considered for this scholarship you must submit an application in the form of a one minute video, introducing yourself, and explaining why you should be considered for the scholarship.