Master in September 2026

Tuition fees are 24,500 GBP per year. The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Aug 31, 2027.

Designed for ambitious professionals from STEM backgrounds, this programme empowers you to bridge the gap between technical expertise and strategic leadership. If you are an engineer or scientist looking to transition into a management role, or a practitioner seeking to formalize your leadership capabilities, this degree provides the holistic perspective required to navigate modern industrial challenges.

By integrating technical knowledge with essential business acumen, you will develop the capacity to lead complex projects and drive organizational success. The curriculum is deeply rooted in real-world application, utilizing industry-led case studies and practical projects to ensure that your learning is both relevant and impactful. You will engage with topics ranging from strategic finance and organizational change to sustainable engineering, preparing you for senior-level responsibilities in sectors spanning manufacturing, product development, and beyond.

The Aston Advantage

• Accreditation: This programme is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), offering a clear pathway to achieving Chartered Manager status.
• Industry Integration: Benefit from guest lectures, workshops, and site visits hosted by partners like Severn Trent, alongside the opportunity to participate in the 'Wavemakers' challenge.
• Employability Focus: Our 'Aston Global Advantage' module and dedicated careers support ensure you graduate not just with an academic qualification, but with a sharpened professional edge ready for the global market.

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.