Coventry University is a global, modern university with a mission to create better futures. Founded in 1843 as the Coventry School of Design, it has evolved into a forward-thinking institution committed to innovation, inclusivity, and employability.
Today, Coventry University works closely with industry to ensure its graduates are equipped with the skills and creativity to make a real impact. As part of the Coventry University Group, students can study in Coventry, London or Scarborough.
With Coventry University, students get:
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4.4Coventry University is committed to producing career-ready graduates. Many of its learning facilities are designed to be like real-world environments, helping to provide students with the practical skills they need for work.
4.2Coventry University offers:
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The entry requirements to study at Coventry University vary depending on the chosen course. Students are encouraged to check the individual requirements for their course on the university's website, so they know what grades/UCAS points they should aim for to guarantee a place.
Entry requirements vary by course and typically include:
Scholarships and Bursaries Coventry University offers a range of scholarships, including:
All scholarships and schemes will be awarded at the entire discretion of Coventry University.
Coventry University believes every student should have the opportunity to reach their potential. The Fair Access Scheme has been launched to help identify and support students from a range of backgrounds and ages to gain fair and equal access to higher education.
Tuition fees vary by course and residency:
Please refer to the university's website for further information on Fees and finance.
Coventry University offers over 200 undergraduate courses across a wide range of subject areas, including:
Coventry University was rated Gold overall in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023 (TEF). This means that the university excels in what matters most to students: amazing teaching, effective learning and achieving great results.
Coventry University was awarded Gold overall in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, recognising its outstanding student experience and student outcomes
1. The TEF panel praised the university for:
Coventry is a Top 5 UK Student City in England and Top 10 for Affordability in England.
The campus is centrally located, with affordable accommodation, shops and restaurants nearby. Highlights include:
Students can live well on a budget here and there are lots of free and affordable things to see and do.
Students can check the Cost-of-Living Hub for lots of knowledge, tools and support to help plan and feel confident about finances during their time at university.
Coventry is well connected by road and rail, making it a good base to explore the rest of the UK. This also means that if students are not a local, it's easy to travel home. Students can get to Birmingham in around 20 minutes and to London in around an hour by train.
Find out more about living in Coventry.
Students can join a wide variety of clubs—from football and hockey to mountaineering and eSports. If a society doesn't exist, students are encouraged to start their own. Societies cover everything from academic interests to hobbies, culture and activism.
Students say:
''Clubs are plenty and societies often organise student events within the clubs to entertain and let loose from the study pressures that occasionally take hold.''
''Clubs and societies are very interesting. They always bring something new. I always enjoyed their club or societies fairs.''
''Really good choice. They put on lots of different events and opportunities to partake in activities.''
4.1Coventry University Students' Union (SU) is a charity working independently from the university to support and represent students. It offers:
Visit their website to know more.
4.2Coventry University offers:
One-to-one support
Sometimes, students might need that extra help and guidance. That's why students will have a Success Coach from day one. They will provide one-to-one guidance and support throughout the academic journey, connecting learners with the right support when they need it.
Study support
Coventry University offers the study support students need to boost their confidence. The university can help with:
Careers and employability support
Throughout each journey at Coventry University, the university offers professional career and employability support that lasts up to 36 months after graduation. It'll help students find placements, and graduate roles as well as explore further study options.
Offering the personalised support students need with one-on-one career guidance, CV and application checks, mentoring, skills workshops, employer events and more.
Online support
Students will have free access to more than 10,000 LinkedIn Learning on-demand courses, as well as access to a wide range of resources, services and job opportunities through the early career app Handshake.
2.3Experiences designed to get students work ready
Created to run alongside studies, Phoenix+ brings together students to learn, experience and develop essential knowledge and skills to help students succeed in life and work.
Phoenix+ is Coventry University's exclusive career development programme. It helps students build skills and confidence through:
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