College of Engineering and Physical Sciences

A hub of teaching and research excellence, engaging in collaborative and impactful research throughout our institutes and schools.

Our mission in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS) is one of real world application. We deliver practical, industry-relevant teaching alongside applied research that delivers solutions to real world problems.By embedding an innovative learning by doing ethos into all our courses, we aim to provide an inspirational education that delivers impact in UK industry and worldwide.

We engage with industry in many sectors and at all levels in order to inform our teaching, our research and to work collaborativelyfor the benefit of society. We are a lead partner in the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Institute of Technology. We run a student-led enterprise undertaking client projects and run innovative Industry Clubs, connecting staff, students and industry professionals.

Empowered by world-class research and flourishing links to the wider region, EPS is an open and engaged hub of interdisciplinary expertise.

Our research

Our research takes place across several institutes and centres that have achieved international recognition for research excellence. Key fields of research include photonics, low carbon energy sources, renewable bioproducts, and innovative technologies that will enhance urban life all over the world.

Find out more

Schools / Departments

School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies

Concentrating on the technologies that make the interconnected world of today possible

School of Engineering and Innovation

Focused on real world application, we offer work-based and on-campus courses from foundation through to masters level

Aston Foundation Centre

The Aston Foundation Centre offers you an alternative route to study at Aston University

Learn more about EPS

Student experiences

Get an insight into what it’s really like to study in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences.

Design Factory Birmingham

A unique space bringing together students, staff, industry partners, and entrepreneurs to collaborate, learn, and create new products that solve real-world problems.

Business and Industry

We have strong links with business, industry and the public sector, and have developed work-based learning programmes with global organisations

GBSIoT

Discover our partnership with Greater Birmingham and Solihull Institute of Technology (GBSIoT), and explore the multi-million pound facilities situated on our campus.