Aston UniversityStudent Guide

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Birmingham, West Midlands
14K+ students
@aston.ac.uk
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Student guide · First Term 2026

The semester, explained for Aston University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
First Term 2026
Campus terms
17
Local details
13

Academic calendar

First Term 2026 runs Sep 14, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

4 entries
  1. First Term 2026Relevant now
  2. Second Term 2027
  3. Third Term 2027
  4. Referred Examinations 2027

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Campus language

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17 terms

A

ABS
Aston Business School, one of the university's primary academic colleges.
ASV
Aston Student Village, the collective name for the on-campus residential towers.
AU
Athletic Union, the organization overseeing all competitive sports clubs.

B

Brum
A common nickname for Birmingham, the city where the campus is located.

C

Cafe 66
A popular cafe located on the ground floor of the Main Building.
Costa
The Costa Coffee outlet located within the University Library.

E

EPS
The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences.

H

HLS
The College of Health and Life Sciences.

J

James Watt
A major residential tower within the Aston Student Village.

M

Mary Sturge
One of the main on-campus residential blocks, often referred to by its full name or simply 'Sturge'.

S

SU
Aston Students' Union, the representative body for all students.

T

Tesco
The on-campus Tesco Express, a primary grocery source for students.
The Bull
Shorthand for the Bullring, the major shopping centre located a short walk from campus.
The Green
The central grass area in front of the Library, used for socializing and events.
The Hub
The central food court area located within the Main Building.
The Library
While a building, it is often used as a general meeting point for both study and social catch-ups.
The Village
Common shorthand for the Aston Student Village accommodation complex.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Blackboard
The Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) where course materials and assignments are hosted.
EBRI
European Bioenergy Research Institute, a distinct research building on campus.
MAP
My Aston Portal, the primary online system for checking grades, timetables, and personal details.
MB
The Main Building, the central hub of campus housing most lecture theatres and offices.
NW
North Wing, a specific section of the Main Building complex.
SafeZone
The mobile app used by students to contact campus security or request emergency assistance.
SW
South Wing, a specific section of the Main Building complex.
The Hub
The Student Service Centre located in the Main Building for administrative and welfare support.
the_aston_coffee_lab
The Aston Coffee Lab
the_lounge
The Lounge
tierra_food_court
Tierra Food Court
UniCard
The official student identification card used for building access, library borrowing, and printing.
Vision Sciences
The building housing the optometry and audiology departments.

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What academic term is relevant now?
First Term 2026 runs Sep 14, 2026 – Dec 11, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
17 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Birmingham for Aston University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Birmingham.

Timezone

Europe/London

Cost of Living Index

88

City Transportation

Walkability

33

Bikeability

35

Public Transit

BJCTA MAX bus system, MAX Transit paratransit

Nearest Airports

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

63.5°F

Avg Snowfall

1.6 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Car Park 5

surface_lot • Limited due to ongoing works

Located at Holt Street, B7 4BH. Pay and display via JustPark.

Car Park 6

surface_lot • Evenings and weekends only

Located at Coleshill Street, B7 4EJ.

Campus News

Latest updates from Aston University

Aston University welcomes Wolfson Foundation Chief Executive for first meeting with new Vice-Chancellor

Wolfson Foundation Chief Executive Paul Ramsbottom OBE visited campus to discuss research ambitions in healthy ageing, dementia, and low-carbon technologies with Vice-Chancellor Professor Colin Grant.

Oct 16, 2026

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Aston University celebrates KTP successes at annual showcase

The university held its annual Knowledge Transfer Partnership awards, celebrating innovation impact for businesses and communities, as it is shortlisted for three national Innovate UK awards.

Oct 15, 2026

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High Commissioner of India to the UK addresses economic partnership at Aston University

Shri Kumaran Periasamy delivered a keynote on the UK-India Free Trade Agreement and education engagement during a visit to the Birmingham campus.

Oct 6, 2026

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Aston Energy Resilience Project (2026-2028): Expect temporary fencing and potential disruptions near borehole locations and pathways across campus during phase 1 works.

Aston Energy Resilience Project (2026-2028): Expect temporary fencing and potential disruptions near borehole locations and pathways across campus during phase 1 works.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Aston University

The Long Table: Pensions

October 23, 2026

Aston University

A discussion event as part of the Festival of Social Science exploring the topic of pensions.

Writing Wrongs Live!: Language and Economic (In)justice

October 28, 2026

Aston University

An interactive event examining the intersections of language and economic justice.

After the Lecture: The Sonic Life of Ideas Episode 1 – MøN€Y

October 29, 2026

Aston University

A unique event exploring the concept of money through sound and discussion.

Growing Financial Wellbeing Together: A Family Walk, Talk & Read Experience

October 29, 2026

Aston University

A family-friendly event focused on building financial literacy and wellbeing through shared activities.

The Hidden Cost of Returns: What Happens After You Click 'return'?

October 29, 2026

Aston University

An exploration of the logistics and environmental impact of returning online purchases.

The Money Maze: Every Decision Counts

October 31, 2026

Aston University

An all-day event focusing on decision-making in personal and professional finance.

Resilience Starts at Home - Aston Crisis Management Centre

November 4, 2026

Aston University

A half-day event looking at community resilience and the role of new technologies in emergencies.

The sound of inflation: A Family-Friendly Exploration of the Cost of Living Through Music

November 7, 2026

Aston University

A musical exploration of economic concepts like inflation for all ages.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Aston University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

9 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Harriet Martineau

James Watt

Room types: single

James Watt Residences

Room types: Single en-suite, Single standard

Lakeside

Lakeside Residences

Room types: Single en-suite

Mary Sturge

Mary Sturge Residences

Room types: Single en-suite, Single standard

William Murdoch

Room types: single

William Murdoch Residences

Room types: Single en-suite

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

Email Domain

@aston.ac.uk

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