Coventry University

Coventry University has been awarded University of the Year for Student Experience

Coventry University has been awarded a major accolade, it’s been named ‘University of the Year for Student Experience’ in the latest Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide - which was published in September.

This award came just weeks after a Times Higher Education magazine Europe-wide league table ranked Coventry top in the UK and third on the continent for how well it engages with its students.

Times and Sunday Times editors cite “consistently outstanding” student support services and the transformation of its portfolio of courses, including campuses in London and Scarborough as factors in Coventry’s strong performance in this weekend’s guide. They also describe the university as “bold” and “innovative” in its vision for students.

Alastair McCall editor of the guide commented on Coventry University’s latest award:

“Coventry University has become one of the most innovative of modern universities, bold with its brand and its vision of what the 21st century student experience should be.

Students are responding: applications are up and once they get here, they give a ringing endorsement year in year out of the university’s outstanding efforts on their behalf.”

Vice Chancellor John Latham expressed:

“This is wonderful news and is especially welcome just as thousands of students are set to arrive at our campuses in Coventry, London and Scarborough this weekend to begin or resume their educational journey with us.

Moreover, it’s further vindication of the focus we place on ensuring an excellent experience for our students – be that through top quality teaching, excellent facilities or the availability of employment and international placement opportunities – which is at the heart of everything we do.”

If you want to study at Coventry University, you can apply for January 2019 entry - take a look at the courses available.

Coventry University knows the difference good teaching can make to a student’s time at university. A great experience can help give students that edge when it comes to getting a job. Coventry University provides students with limitless opportunities, both inside and outside the classroom.

Awards and achievements

• Awarded Gold rating in the Teaching and Excellence Framework - the government's first major assessment of teaching quality (Guardian University Guide 2018 league table)
• Ranked number 13 UK University (Guardian University Guide 2019)
• 1^st for Overseas Student Experiences 2015/16 (HESA 2017)
• UK’s Top New University (The Guardian and Complete University Guides 2018)
• One of the Top Performing Higher Education Institutions in its analysis of teaching excellence (Times Higher Education)
• Top for Student Experience (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017
• Top 200 in the world (Time Higher Education Young University Rankings 2017)

Industry-experienced teaching staff

With industry-experienced teaching staff, students can learn from professionals who have direct experience.

Subject librarians are available to provide students with specialist help and support. They work with course tutors and provide both class teaching and one-to-one appointments.

Many of Coventry University’s teaching staff offer research-led teaching up to PhD level in a wide range of disciplines and interests.

Did you know:

• 97% employed or in further study – DLHE survey, undergraduate UK, 2016/17
• 93% of Coventry University students are satisfied with the teaching on their course (2018 Guardian league tables).
• Overall, 87% of students are positively satisfied at Coventry University compared to the UK average which is 84% (National Student Survey 2017).

Postgraduate Global Leaders Programme

The Global Leaders Programme (GLP) is available at the advanced Diploma level for postgraduate students.

Coventry University is made up of 4 faculties which are: the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, the Faculty of Engineering, Environment and Computing, the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, and the Faculty of Business and Law comprising of the Coventry Business School and Coventry Law School.

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Students can study a range of subjects within three schools, that cover architecture, English language, photography and other creative subjects.

Schools within the faculty include:

• School of Art and Design
• School of Humanities
• School of Media and Performing Arts

Faculty of Engineering, Environment and Computing

The Faculty of Engineering, Environment and Computing focuses on business, research and teaching.

The faculty is comprised of three schools and four research centres…

• School of Computing, Electronics & Mathematics
• School of Energy, Construction & Environment
• School of Mechanical, Aerospace & Automotive Engineering

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences’ nursing and midwifery courses are ranked 9^th in Guardian University Guide 2017.

Schools within the faculty include:

• School of Life Sciences
• School of Psychological, Social and Behavioural Sciences
• School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health

Coventry Business School

Coventry University’s Business School offers a dynamic and enterprising educational experience for all students with a variety of courses to choose from.

Specialist disciplines include:

• Economics, Finance and Accounting
• Marketing and Management
• Strategy and Leadership

Coventry Law School

At Coventry Law School, students have access to a Moot Room – a modern courtroom within an academic environment. This facility allows students to develop their advocacy skills in a mock appeal.

How to apply

Once the international students have chosen their desired course, they have to submit the following documents at the International Office:

• All academic transcripts
• Copies of degree/diploma certificates, or work reference if employed
• One academic reference
• An English language test score – ‘Secure English Language Test’ (SELT) and more
• Personal statement
• Copy of current passport

Applying to Coventry is a easy and quick process. Students can apply through any of the following ways:

• International students can submit applications online.
• International students can also download the application forms and send them through email.
• EU undergraduate students must apply through UCAS.

Students in countries like China, Kenya, Nigeria, Indonesia and Pakistan can also apply through the local offices located in those regions.

Entry requirements

Have a look at entry requirements for International students, sorted by region. Entry requirements for UK and EU students can be found here.

Coventry University believes that talented students should be given every opportunity to fulfil their potential, which is why the University offers a range of prestigious scholarships. There is also a Flying Start programme for undergraduate students, where Coventry University aims to cover some of the mandatory costs of taking a particular course within the fee that they pay.

Take a look at the full range of international scholarship opportunities for May and September intakes.

Full payment undergraduate discount – 5%

Students who pay their tuition fees in full before or at enrolment will be offered a 5% discount off the tuition fee.

This discount can be claimed on top of any scholarship, up to a maximum combined amount of GBP2000.

Funding the undergraduate degree

The fees for individual courses can be found by looking up the course on the Course Finder or by ordering a prospectus.

Scholarships for postgraduate students

High-achieving students with a first class honours undergraduate degree are eligible for a scholarship through one of the following: International Scholarships, FindAMasters Postgraduate Scholarships and MastersCompare Postgraduate Scholarship- visit the University website for details.

Discounts for postgraduate students

Alumni discounts

All alumni from Coventry University will receive a discount of GBP1000 from the full-time fees payable for their postgraduate programme.

Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)

Postgraduate students who have a specific learning difficulty, physical impairment or mental health issues may be able to get financial help from Disabled Students' Allowances.

Funding the postgraduate degree

Visit the University website to see how you can be supported with loans and for scholarship or disability aid eligibility.

Coventry University’s students have access to a variety of facilities, which are specialist to different disciplines within their school.

Facilities include:

• A media loan shop
• A photographic suite
• A television studio
• Dance studios
• Music practice rooms
• Video recording and music editing suites
• A radio studio
• Theatre spaces

New Science and Health Building

The new GBP59 million Science and Health Building was opened to students in 2017, and provides advanced facilities for hospital simulation, rehabilitation, clinical skills training, sport and exercise environments. The building also includes a biosciences super-lab and a range of life sciences research facilities. Prince William and Kate paid a visit to Coventry and toured this building in January 2018.

Current facilities include:

• A real ambulance, which students are able to use as part of their studies.
• A purpose-built clinical skills and simulation centre, which allows for improved quality in patient care and patient safety.
• A mock operating theatre, including scrub sinks and theatre lights, and a mock hospital ward.
• A sensory room and creative labs to enhance student practical learning related to occupational therapy interventions.
• A high dependency unit.
• A midwifery suite.
• Physiotherapy and sport therapy teaching rooms.
• Assisted living showcase houses.

Take a virtual tour

Go on a virtual tour of Coventry University and experience the huge range of facilities and services designed to give students the best learning experience possible.