PhD in Migration, (In)Equality and Belonging

Coventry University

Expected more of a students experience for those who are into sports, something more to be involved in rather than just late training sessions that practical for me as I commute far. Prefer more overall social events. Nice facilities and good support from student union

Coventry University is a great place to study for numerous reasons. Nonetheless, it is true that it is difficult to make friends for foreigners, so the university must improve in that aspect.

There was a massive lack of support during the pandemic from lecturers and staff. All buildings were relatively easy to get into and locate.

My experience was through covid but I managed to make the most of it. There’s some great night life in Coventry for those interested in that aspect but there’s also the historical side of Coventry that people can get involved in. The student union is great, there are so many activities and societies to get involved and if there’s nothing you’re interested in you can put forth a new society idea. The library is impressive, open 24hrs a day all year round. It’s great for late nights when you have assignments due. The lecturers are great and are quick to respond to enquiries, particularly the faculty of humanities but sometimes registry is difficult to get hold of. The university facilities could be better, as a lot of the buildings and technology in these buildings is outdated but they are currently working on improving these issues, so it is changing just too late for me, so future students will benefit. I don’t know much about accommodation as I commute but the commute is relatively easy. The university’s is dead centre of Coventry and quite accessible. Overall, it has been a great university for my 3 year course, covid aside. I’d recommend joining societies. I was president of my society and it was the best experience. We travelled to Paris with the unis travel grants they provide to students every year, we even got to experience Disneyland as part of this trip included in the price. we had all the opportunities to study abroad for a year at partner universities and I’d take advantage of these opportunities. Coventrys university lingua mundi programme is also great, why not take up a language while studying. I took Korean and Japanese lessons in my time at university. I also think you should take advantage of the Add vantage modules. It’s a great way to earn new qualifications or study something you find interesting that is associated with your course. It has been the best 3 years and I am continuing to do a masters with Coventry university as they offer excellent alumni offers. I hope you find this useful!