1. 2010 QICF Aston University

2. » Founded in 1895 » University since 1966 » Campus located in Birmingham city centre » World class teaching & research reputation » Strong reputation for industry focussed programmes & employable graduates » 25% international students who come from over 120 different countries worldwide » Guaranteed on campus accommodation

3. » 2010 Overall University Rankings: ˃The Independent:13 th overall ˃The Guardian:18 th overall ˃The Times:25 th overall » National Student Survey 2009: ˃84% overall satisfaction ˃UK Average 81% » Shortlisted for the Sunday Times University of the Year 2008 » Consistently top 10 for ‘Graduate Level’ employment success

4. ► 40-acre friendly & safe campus in centre of Birmingham offering : Academic & study facilities Campus accommodation Health centre DentistSocial activities & sports facilities Students’ Union / Guild Religious provision inc Prayer Rooms Welfare supportShops & ATMs / Banks

5. » International Foundation Programme, Bachelors, Masters and Research in; ˃Business & Management ˃Law ˃Life & Health Sciences ˃Languages & Social Sciences ˃Engineering

6. Requirements for International Students » Undergraduates: ˃Al-Thanawaya Al-Amah (General Secondary Certificate): 80% average, with minimum 80% in key subjects – for admission to the Foundation ˃A Levels or International Baccalaureate: Can apply for year one of Bachelors » Graduates: ˃Minimum 3.0 from 4.0 or 3.6 from 5.0 GPA, from a related Bachelors subject ˃IELTS 6.5 or 7.0, depending on the subject ˃MBA requires 3 years managerial work experience » Living Expenses: ˃Approx £700 per month including accommodation

7. » Name of Contact person: ˃Liza Rodger » E-mail address: ˃l.rodger@aston.ac.ukl.rodger@aston.ac.uk » Tel No.: ˃+44 121 204 4888 » Website: ˃www.aston.ac.ukwww.aston.ac.uk