Aston University will hold two Undergraduate Open Days in autumn 2026. The events give prospective students the opportunity to explore courses, speak directly with lecturers, see university facilities and get a better understanding of what student life at Aston may be like.

In the university’s Open Day video, students are encouraged to prepare in advance and focus on key activities throughout the day to make the most of their visit.

Undergraduate Open Day Dates

Aston University Undergraduate Open Days will take place on:

•⁠  ⁠Saturday, 3 October 2026

•⁠  ⁠Saturday, 28 November 2026

Prospective students can choose the date that works best for them and book their place in advance.

Plan Your Journey Before the Open Day

Planning how you will reach the university is an important first step. The video recommends checking travel arrangements in advance, whether you are arriving by train, car or bus, and allowing enough time to arrive on schedule.

Aston University is located in central Birmingham and, according to the video, is around a 5–10 minute walk from the station.

Decide Which Subject You Want to Explore

Prospective students should think about the subject they want to learn more about before arriving. Subject talks are described as one of the most important parts of the Open Day.

They can help students build a clearer picture of the course they are considering and what studying that subject may involve.

Speak to Lecturers Face-to-Face

An Open Day gives visitors the chance to speak directly with lecturers. Students can ask questions about the course and discuss anything they want to understand more clearly before applying.

This can provide useful information beyond what students may find online.

Explore the Facilities

Visitors can also see the facilities they may use during their studies. Walking around the campus and seeing teaching spaces first-hand can help prospective students imagine what daily university life may look like.

Attend Finance and Application Sessions

The video also recommends attending sessions covering finance and university applications. These sessions can help students ask questions about:

•⁠  ⁠Course applications

•⁠  ⁠Tuition fees

•⁠  ⁠Student finance

•⁠  ⁠University costs

•⁠  ⁠Accommodation

This can make the practical side of planning for university clearer.

Take a Break on Campus

Open Days can involve a lot of walking and information, so taking a break can be useful. The video recommends using the university’s on-campus catering facilities to get food or refreshments during the day.

Join Campus and Accommodation Tours

Campus and accommodation tours can help prospective students understand what it may actually feel like to study at Aston University.

Student ambassadors run tours throughout the day, giving visitors the opportunity to explore:

•⁠  ⁠The campus

•⁠  ⁠Teaching spaces

•⁠  ⁠Student facilities

•⁠  ⁠Accommodation

These tours can help students picture themselves living and studying at the university.

Explore Birmingham as Well

An Open Day can also be a good opportunity to discover Birmingham. The video encourages visitors to explore the city and see some of the places and activities available nearby.

Understanding the wider city can be just as important as exploring the university itself when deciding where to study.

Aston University Undergraduate Open Days give prospective students an opportunity to explore courses, facilities, accommodation and the wider student experience before applying. The 2026 Open Days will take place on 3 October and 28 November. Planning ahead, attending subject talks, asking lecturers questions and joining campus tours can help students make the most of their visit.

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