Formed in Birmingham: Sixty Years of Aston University

Formed in Birmingham celebrates the 60th anniversary of Aston University and tells the story of a university shaped by the city around it. From its beginnings as a pioneering technical institution serving Birmingham's industries, Aston has developed into a modern, internationally recognised university with a strong reputation for innovation, enterprise and applied research.

Drawing on newly researched material from the recently established Aston University Archives, the book presents rare historic photographs alongside specially commissioned contemporary images by Birmingham photographer Jonathan Berg. Together they reveal the development of the university and its close relationship with the city.

The contemporary photography captures both the campus and the human side of life at Aston, its students, staff and learning environments. These images offer a vivid portrait of the university today.

Produced to high production standards and richly illustrated throughout, the book celebrates Aston University's achievements, research and community impact over its first sixty years, while looking ahead to the next chapter in its story.