You’ll be part of a thriving community of researchers and business leaders working together for maximum impact, with technical support and specialist resources on your doorstep.
From private offices to collaborative co-working spaces, everything is designed to help you innovate, grow, and succeed. We’ve got spaces for you to present your ideas, hold workshops, meet funders and host industry leaders.
You’ll have your own dedicated account manager providing advice and support and ensuring you are introduced to our wider network of Aston Business Hub partners. We host networking events for our partners so you can swap ideas with the brightest business minds in Birmingham and build connections that support business growth.
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Harness our talent
People drive innovation - and at Aston Business Hub, you’ll have direct access to the next generation of skilled talent.
Our award-winning Careers and Placements team will help you find the right people from our pool of industry-ready students and graduates looking for placements, internships and employment opportunities.
If you’re seeking deeper collaboration, you can also work with researchers and doctoral students through our PhD+ Programme and academic research projects - giving you access to advanced expertise and fresh perspectives that can help your business grow.
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Tap into our research
You’ll have access to world-leading research in digital futures, health tech, clean tech and inclusive growth, helping you develop new products, improve services, and find smarter ways of working.
Businesses can also collaborate directly with our experts through research partnerships, innovation projects and funded programmes, such as PhD+ - where doctoral researchers work with you on your business challenges - or our business innovation partnerships, which connect companies with academic specialists to deliver measurable results.
Take care of yourself
You need a healthy mind and body to innovate. As an Aston Business Hub partner, you’ll have access to Sport Aston’s excellent fitness and wellbeing facilities - giving you space to recharge, stay active and keep your mind sharp.
Enjoy access to our gym, studios and sports facilities, as well as Birmingham’s oldest operational Victorian swimming pool at the Sir Doug Ellis Woodcock Sports Centre. Whether you prefer an early morning swim, a lunchtime workout or team sports after work, you’ll find everything you need to stay healthy and energised.
Get creative with Adobe
Through our status as an Adobe Creative Campus you can access digital and social media marketing training, connect with other inspiring professionals and develop opportunities with Adobe colleagues and partners.
Dedicated Account Management support every step of the way
You’ll have your own dedicated account manager providing advice and support and ensuring you are introduced to our wider network of Aston Business Hub partners.
Be part of our new business thinking
We’re committed to unlocking opportunities. Thousands of businesses, entrepreneurs and innovators have already benefitted from working with Aston University through our tailored SME support programmes, specialist expertise and practical, results-driven approach.
Discounted rates for creative support
We were the first university in the Midlands to open a Design Factory. You’ll get 20% off if you want to work with our multidisciplinary team of researchers and students who provide support and expert advice on creative design and digital innovation.
Membership packages
Find the right package for your business.
Gold membership
From £900 pcm + VAT
Silver membership
From £300 pcm + VAT
Associate membership
From £140 pcm + VAT