About Coventry University
Coventry University is a modern, innovative university known for its practical, career-focused education and strong links to industry. With world-class automotive design and engineering programmes, extensive global partnerships, and campuses worldwide, Coventry combines academic rigour with real-world application.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 37,000 total students
- • 15,000 international students
- • 120 student societies
Location
- • Located in Coventry
- • Public university
- • Established 1843
Subject Rankings
Engineering - Mechanical (2024)
251Sports-Related Subjects (2024)
251Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, MBA
Popular Subjects
Automotive DesignAutomotive EngineeringGraphic DesignGames TechnologyBusiness ManagementNursingSport ScienceDisaster Management
Student-Staff Ratio
18 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Faculty of Engineering, Environment and Computing
Aerospace and Automotive Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture and Building, Computer Science, Geography, Environment and Disaster Management, Mathematics and Physics
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Art and Design, Media and Performing Arts, English and Languages, History and Politics, Law
Faculty of Business and Law
Coventry Business School, Marketing, Events and Tourism, Strategy and Applied Management
Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
Life Sciences, Nursing, Midwifery and Health, Psychological, Social and Behavioural Sciences, Sport and Exercise Sciences
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: AAB - BCC depending on programme
Alternatives: IB: 26-32 points depending on programme, BTEC: DDD-DMM depending on programme, T Levels and Access courses accepted
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 79
Portfolio for Art and Design • Interview for some programmes • DBS check for health programmes
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK Honours degree (2:1 or 2:2 depending on programme)
GPA: 2.7
IELTS: 6.5
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 88
Two references • Research proposal for PhD • Portfolio for creative programmes
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £13,000
- Postgraduate: £14,000
- Foundation: £14,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £5,000
- Food: £2,200
- Transport: £600
- Entertainment: £1,000
- Other: £700
- Total: £9,500
Scholarships
Coventry University Scholarship
MeritMerit-based scholarship for international students.
Value: £3,000 (Partial)
International students • Academic excellence
Future Global Leaders Scholarship
MeritPremium scholarship for exceptional international applicants.
Value: £5,000 (Partial)
Outstanding academic achievement • Leadership potential
Alumni Discount
MeritDiscount for Coventry alumni continuing their studies.
Value: £1,500 (Partial)
Coventry University graduates • Progressing to postgraduate study
Campus & Facilities
Priory Street, Coventry CV1 5FB
Modern city-centre campus with state-of-the-art facilities including the award-winning Engineering and Computing Building, Disruptive Media Learning Lab, and extensive creative studios. £600m investment has transformed the campus.
Size: 35 acres
Facilities
Academic
Engineering and Computing Building, National Transport Design Centre, Flight Simulator, Automotive Design Studios, Health simulation suites
Research
Centre for Future Transport and Cities, Disruptive Media Learning Lab, Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience, Institute for Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering
Student Life
Coventry University Students' Union, The Hub (student centre), Multiple cafes and restaurants, Social learning spaces
Libraries
Lanchester Library
Award-winning library with extensive digital resources, 24/7 access, and innovative learning spaces.
24/7
Sports Facilities
Sports and Recreation Centre
Modern gym, sports halls, fitness studios, and outdoor facilities.
Alan Higgs Centre
Olympic-standard swimming pool and athletics facilities (partnership).
Student Services
Registry and Student Support
One-stop shop for student administration and support.
studentsupport@coventry.ac.uk
Wellbeing and Counselling
Mental health support, counselling, and disability services.
wellbeing@coventry.ac.uk
Careers and Employability
Career guidance, placement support, and employer connections.
careers@coventry.ac.uk
Accommodation
Bishop Gate
University-managedModern accommodation near campus with excellent facilities.
Cost: £140 - £170 (per week)
En-suite rooms • Shared kitchens • Social areas • Laundry
Distance: 5-minute walk
Contract: 42-51 weeks
Priory Hall
University-managedPopular accommodation close to main campus.
Cost: £120 - £150 (per week)
Standard and en-suite rooms • Kitchens • Common rooms • 24/7 support
Distance: Adjacent to campus
Contract: 42 weeks
Various private halls
PartnerPartnership with private accommodation providers across the city.
Cost: £100 - £180 (per week)
Various room types • Modern facilities • City locations
Distance: 5-20 minutes
Contract: 42-51 weeks
First-year undergraduates guaranteed accommodation if applying by deadline. Apply through Coventry accommodation portal after receiving offer.
International welcome programme, airport pickup service, ongoing support team.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 120
Teams: 40
Cultural Activities
- Fresher's Festival — Annually
- International Day — Annually
- Degree Show — Annually
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@coventry.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)24 7765 7688
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
200
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 84%
Further study: 9%
Unemployed: 4%
Average Salary
£25,000
per year (graduate)
Top Employers
Jaguar Land RoverAston MartinUnipartNHSRolls-RoyceTataAccenturePwCBBCDesign agencies
Career Services
- Careers and Employability: Comprehensive career support, employer events, and job opportunities.
- Add+vantage: Award-winning employability scheme with languages, enterprise, and work experience.
- Global Leaders Programme: Leadership development and international opportunities.
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Birmingham Airport
16 km • 20 minutes by train
Public Transport
- Train: Coventry station is 10-minute walk. London Euston 1 hour, Birmingham 20 minutes. • From £25 to London (advance)
- Bus: National Express and local buses serve the city centre. • £2.00 local single
Local Area
Coventry is a historic city in the heart of the UK's automotive industry, undergoing major regeneration as UK City of Culture 2021 and host city for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Cost of Living: Low-Medium
Attractions: Coventry Cathedral, Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry Transport Museum, Belgrade Theatre, Warwick Castle (nearby)
Shopping: West Orchards, Lower Precinct, FarGo Village (creative quarter), City Arcade
Entertainment: FarGo Village, Coventry Skydome, Belgrade Theatre, Local pubs and bars, Birmingham nightlife (20 mins)
Additional Information
Accreditation
Royal Charter, IET (Engineering), IMechE (Mechanical Engineering), NMC (Nursing), CIOB (Construction), BCS (Computing)
Partnerships
- Industry: Jaguar Land Rover — Major partnership for automotive design and engineering education.
- Industry: Unipart — Institute for Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME) joint venture.
- Global: Multiple international universities — Partnerships enabling study abroad and dual degrees.
Research Highlights
- Future Transport and Cities — Research on autonomous vehicles, electric mobility, and smart cities. (2024)
- Advanced Manufacturing — Cutting-edge manufacturing research in partnership with Unipart. (2024)
- Peace and Reconciliation Studies — Research on conflict resolution and peacebuilding, inspired by Coventry's history. (2024)
Notable Alumni
- Ian Callum — Former Design Director of Jaguar (1979)
- Peter Wheeler — Former Chairman of TVR (1975)
- John Iley — Former Head of Aerodynamics, McLaren F1 (1985)
Metadata
Source: Coventry University official website, QS Rankings 2025, HESA data 2023/24
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
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