Staff blogs Insights, stories and expertise from academic staff within our School Cracking cases with words: inside Aston University’s Forensic Linguistics programme Explore some of the casework that Aston University's forensic linguists have been involved in. Why study history? Dr Brian Sudlow, a history lecturer at Aston University, explains the benefits of studying history. Applying English language and literature: Aston University's MA English programme Our MA English programme introduces new ways of researching and applying English in social contexts. Exploring EuroSim: how Aston University is shaping future leaders in international diplomacy Dr Patrycja Rozbicka shares how Aston University's politics and international relations programmes help develop skills in negotiation and decision-making. Why study politics and international relations? Dr Laura Southgate, a politics and international relations lecturer at Aston University, explains the advantages of studying this subject.