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    Aston University

    Master in Business Administration

    Birmingham, United Kingdom1 yearTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • No application fee
    • Applications currently open

    About Master in Business Administration

    At Aston University, the application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Oct 15, 2026, and tuition is 34,820 GBP per year.

    The Master in Business Administration at Aston University is for students who want a master's degree in management. It takes one year to complete and is taught in English.

    The curriculum includes subjects like finance, marketing, and human resources. Students develop skills like leadership, strategy, and problem-solving through hands-on projects and case studies.

    Graduates can work as management consultants, financial analysts, marketing managers, or human resources managers. They can work in industries like finance, healthcare, or technology, and for employers like multinational corporations or non-profit organizations.

    About Aston University

    Aston University in Birmingham is a career-focused public research university with a central campus and a long tradition of linking education to industry. Founded from technical roots in 1895, Aston combines academic study with practical experience and is known for strong employability outcomes. The urban campus places students close to business, cultural and transport hubs, and a multicultural student community contributes to a friendly, supportive atmosphere.

    Aston emphasises applied learning, professional placements and partnerships with employers, so many programmes integrate a placement year or live industry projects. Facilities include modern lecture spaces, specialised labs and student services that support academic success and wellbeing. Small-group teaching and strong student support ensure international students have access to language help, academic workshops and career guidance tailored to the UK labour market.

    Student life blends campus convenience with Birmingham’s vibrant cultural scene, offering clubs, societies and volunteer opportunities to build networks and practical skills. The university’s careers team helps with CVs, internships and graduate recruitment, while accommodation and welfare services ease the transition to study in the UK. Applicants should explore course accreditation, placement options and scholarship possibilities early, and connect with Aston’s international advisers to plan applications and arrival logistics.

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    English Test Requirement

    This program asks forIELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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    46–59
    PTE Academic
    42–49
    CEFR level
    B1/B2
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    Master in Business Administration: Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the fees for Master in Business Administration?
    Tuition: GBP 34,820.02 per year. Service fee: USD 100.
    What are the entry requirements for Master in Business Administration?
    Entry requirements include: Education: Bachelor's Degree; Academic performance: Grade C-B (55%-60%, GPA 2-2.5); English: IELTS 5.5-6.0; Age: 18-35.
    How long is the Master in Business Administration program?
    The program duration is 1 year.
    What is the application deadline?
    The application deadline is 2026-10-15.
    Is Master in Business Administration available online?
    This is an on-campus program at Aston University in Birmingham.

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