1,194 reviews for Aston University, Birmingham

Good.

Best: The teaching provided by the faculty was excellent, with clear explanations and a deep understanding of the subjects. Worst: There’s not much to complain about, but it would be great to have more industry visits to gain practical insights into the field.

Overall, the quality is below average. The classes, teaching system, and services don't match the tuition fees. Not worth the price. The city itself is ok.

As a first year student I was very unsure about University and what to expect. Aston was not my first choice initially, but working my way through the year I can definitely say I made the most of what Aston has to offer. From the societies , range of medical facilities and library resources , there have certainly been positives and negatives regarding Aston University. The location of Aston is perfect for that university experience. Located in the city , Aston University is a 15-20 minute walk to the city centre , 30 minute walk to local clubs and 10 minute walk from off campus’s such as Yugo Bentley House. With this variety it offers a range of different experiences to explore as I would usually partake in a quick trip to the city centre after a lecture, allowing students like myself to unfortunately spend more money on food whilst socialising with friends. Regarding facilities and student support Aston has a range of different systems in place for all types of students from different backgrounds . This would include mental health workshops , writing and reading workshops within the library as well as events such as accommodation fairs which help guide students . I would definitely say the range of support is there however , I believe they do not advertise it as much as they could. I say this as when speaking to other peers , the common theme in first year would be that many people feel alone or very behind on their course which leads to them feeling demotivated. To improve this I feel as though Aston should implement more social activities and support solely for first year students as many support systems are catered to 2nd - final year students. Leading onto the topic of facilities as well as the campus look and feel , Aston is a combination of a modern and old building (which would be the main building.).There are several buildings to explore on campus such as the Student union and Aston law school which are all situated within the same area which I believe to be very useful when it comes to going from one lecture to another. However a complaint I would have made would be the lack of clear directions regarding particular rooms within the main building as well as the Aston Business school which is joint with a hotel. I can only speak as a first year however it was very difficult navigating my way around the school initially. Student union and Student life at Aston is relatively good as they offer a range of events , societies and shops/ restaurants ran by Aston students providing job opportunities ,which is very essential within university. The student union building is modern , clean and beautifully decorated and has a warm and friendly environment for students. Every Wednesday societies will have a social night in located upstairs in ‘The Lounge’ which is also a mini bar/ restaurant which provides affordable tasty food ranging from £3 to. £20. My only concern with Aston is their funding for society’s , as there are a range to choose from however ,due to the lack of sufficient support and funding many societies struggle to upkeep their club such as the Aston Ravens. I would definitely advise that Aston invests within their society’s and advertised the clubs more often to show how invested they are with their students passions and talents. Overall, I believe Aston is a great place to study for future students , they offer many opportunities through their Aston Futures website and easily accessible support through their in person student support team. In future Aston should invest more into a different method of their direct communication with their students such as text message as well as their student email so that students can be fully aware of events going on. Moreover I believe that advertising and investing in their societies would really make the university stand out to future students and encourage students to partake in more activities which essentially helps with students mental health.

Aston university is super helpful and committed to its students in terms of career growth and employment. They have a great career focus 1-year module called Aston Global Advantage which is superb if you want to be a business leader. I really loved their job placement team, library facilities and student union. The Aston Business Faculties are constantly trying their best and there is still room for improvement. As a student of accounting they also help me to get Sage certification in free including the training for the software. Aston University have the highest amount of Chancellor's scholarship which I have won. They just do everything to satisfy and support their students. Overall I am incredibly satisfied with Aston university.

Best Aspects of My University Experience: My university provides a decent learning environment with supportive faculty and good academic resources. The coursework covers essential concepts, and there are opportunities to engage in projects that help build technical skills. The campus life is also enjoyable, with various student clubs and events that make the experience well-rounded. Areas for Improvement: One area where the university could improve is in career and placement training. While there are some job fairs and career guidance sessions, I feel there should be more structured placement support, industry collaborations, and mock interview sessions to help students transition smoothly into the job market. More hands-on internship opportunities and coding workshops would also be beneficial in preparing students for real-world challenges. Overall, my university experience has been average, but with enhanced career training and placement support, it could be much better for students looking to enter the workforce.

It’s nice.

The best aspect is the wudhu area for the Muslim prayer facility in the student union. However there should also be a wudhu area in the main building to make it more convenient.

Since I came to this university, I has found it super supportive for me. The University has many supportive courses and event guiding students to find their way during their studying and it will push students to put there selves in a right place and pursue their academic journey.

It’s perfect.