Aston University Official Representative

Hello, my name is Karen and I work at Aston University. As an admissions officer within Aston Business School I can answer questions relating to making an application for our business courses, but I can also help with any questions about studying at Aston, what Birmingham is like, or anything else that you’d like to know. If you would like information about any of the other degrees at Aston please free to ask and I’ll get the answer for you.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Karen Nisbett
Official University Representative

Reply 1

The Guide.

Do you need Biology at A Level to study Pharmacy at Aston? Are Maths and Chemistry acceptable sciences?

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Chemistry is our required A-level subject for pharmacy and then you would need at least one from biology, maths or physics. I hope this helps

Reply 3

Bill_Gates

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when will the building work be finished?

Reply 4

hannah_dru

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Original post by Bill_Gates

when will the building work be finished?

If you mean the student accommodation, 2014.

Reply 5

master_blaster66

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hey i sent my ucas off on the 10th of november and i got a aknowledgement email from all unis except aston, is that normal?...btw ive applied for chemical engineering

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Original post by pakizrulez

hey i sent my ucas off on the 10th of november and i got a aknowledgement email from all unis except aston, is that normal?...btw ive applied for chemical engineering

You should have received an automated reply from the University. If you're sure that it did not end up in your junk mail it's probably worth contacting the department if you're worried ([email protected]). I'm sure your application has been received and I'm confident that you'll recieve a reply soon. In the meantime I'll make sure that the emails are goig out as intended.

Reply 7

master_blaster66

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Original post by Aston University

You should have received an automated reply from the University. If you're sure that it did not end up in your junk mail it's probably worth contacting the department if you're worried ([email protected]). I'm sure your application has been received and I'm confident that you'll recieve a reply soon. In the meantime I'll make sure that the emails are goig out as intended.

your a genius haha. i called aston today and told them. but i just checked my junk mail and it was there :smile:

Reply 8

Nehal:)

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I'm thinking about optometry at Aston, but I'm possibly thinking of dropping physics and having it as an AS and doing fast track chemistry to get the full Alevel in one year, would this effect my chances of getting in? thank you :smile:

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Original post by Nehal:)

I'm thinking about optometry at Aston, but I'm possibly thinking of dropping physics and having it as an AS and doing fast track chemistry to get the full Alevel in one year, would this effect my chances of getting in? thank you :smile:

For the optometry degree programme at Aston, we require 3 A Levels. Two science A level subjects, Biology and either Mathematics/Physics. A level Chemistry is acceptable as an alternative if either Mathematics/Physics or Biology have not been studied. The third subject can be anything except General Studies. A typical minimum offer would be AAA at A2 level.

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Original post by pakizrulez

your a genius haha. i called aston today and told them. but i just checked my junk mail and it was there :smile:

I'm glad you found it. I checked anyway to make sure that emails are going out as they should be to all applicants and they are. Make sure you add Aston University as a contact so that any future emails arrive in your inbox.

Reply 11

FunkeyMunkey

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I want to ask how diverse the area is, and if there is a community like feeling to the university and area? and any other general info on what it is like to live in Birmingham...any similar to London?

Reply 12

hannah_dru

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Original post by FunkeyMunkey

I want to ask how diverse the area is, and if there is a community like feeling to the university and area? and any other general info on what it is like to live in Birmingham...any similar to London?

I felt there was a community like feeling because it's so small. Not so much in Birmingham city centre. There's fewer things to do and facilities than London but on the whole it's still pretty decent.

Reply 13

I<3Gul

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] hi

I have recieved an offer from Aston for optometry at AAA and altho I already hold an A in English literature I am struggling with chemistry :/ I was wondering whether there is much leniencey when it comes to the grades? I am intent on coming to Aston it's my first choice and Im in love with the university.. Please let me know..

Reply 14

master_blaster66

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Original post by I<3Gul

] hi

I have recieved an offer from Aston for optometry at AAA and altho I already hold an A in English literature I am struggling with chemistry :/ I was wondering whether there is much leniencey when it comes to the grades? I am intent on coming to Aston it's my first choice and Im in love with the university.. Please let me know..