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International Life
Accommodation for International Students

Aston is fortunate in being able to guarantee all non-EU international fee paying students accommodation in on campus University residences for the duration of their studies provided they apply by the deadline set each year as returning students. This makes settling into University life much easier and means that you stay on campus throughout each academic year.

On Campus Prices
First year International fee paying Undergraduates - 2012/13 - (application form available 14th March 2012)

To guarantee your room on campus, you must complete the on-line accommodation booking form via
www.aston.ac.uk/eaccom/login/start.do and submit it by the deadline stated. If Aston University is your first choice University and
you have FIRMLY accepted an unconditional or a conditional offer via UCAS and SUBMITTED your residence form by 3rd August 2012 we guarantee to allocate accommodation on campus to you for the first year of your studies. (Please be aware that you are not guaranteed your first choice).

You must use your nine digit Student Number to apply
You will be offered a room on campus once you convert to an Unconditional Firm offer
 New International fee paying Postgraduates - 2012/13

In order to meet the requirements to guarantee you a room on campus, you must complete the on-line accommodation booking form via www.aston.ac.uk/eaccom/login/start.do and submit it by 3rd August 2012.

You must use your nine digit Student Number to apply
You will be offered a room on campus once you convert to an Unconditional Firm offer
Accommodation Offer

Before accepting an accommodation offer, it is essential that you read all the information in the Conditions of Residence and the Licence Agreement. Accepting the offer enters you into a legally binding contract that commits you to the Conditions of Residence and the Licence Agreement, which includes your obligation to pay accommodation fees for the FULL Licence period.

If you miss the accommodation application deadline or if Aston University is your second choice (Insurance) or you are coming through Clearing, we will do our best to offer you accommodation on campus but this cannot be guaranteed.

If on campus accommodation is not available our Accommodation Office holds information for larger private rentals. The Students' Guild holds lists of private sector accommodation and with the On-line Student Accommodation Service - www.astonstudentpad.co.uk provides information about all types of accommodation.

0121 204 4848

Family Accommodation

We do not have any family accommodation on campus, but there if information available about Estate Agents within Birmingham that may offer family accommodation.

If you intend to bring your

family with you to Birmingham, we advise you to come to the University by yourself initially and send for your family once you have found suitable accommodation.



Bedding Packs

Bedding packs can be purchased from Lakeside Reception on arrival.
The costs are £20.00 for a single bed and £25.00 for a 3/4 size bed.

Bed Sizes

Single bed size - 3' x 6' 3"  /  90cm x 190cm
3/4 bed size - 4' x 6' 3" / 120cm x 190cm


A guide for International Students

For many International students this will be the first time you have been living in another country. These guides have prepared to help you prepare for your stay and gives practical advice about studying in the UK.

A currency calculator can be found here

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