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Coventry University

Coventry, UK · Ranking #34

Coventry University is a public modern university in the city of Coventry in England’s West Midlands, whose roots date back to Coventry School of Design in 1843; it became Coventry University in 1992. It offers around 300 undergraduate and postgraduate courses across four main faculties (arts and humanities, business and law, engineering, environment and computing, health and life sciences) and has a strong applied, career‑focused profile with many courses including placements and industry links. The Coventry University Group also operates campuses in Coventry, Scarborough, London and Wrocław, as well as partnerships and hubs in Egypt, Morocco, China, India, Dubai, Brussels, Africa and Singapore. The university teaches about 29,500 students, almost half of whom are international, and has recently achieved its highest QS world ranking.

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Coventry University

About the university

Coventry University is a public modern university in the city of Coventry in England’s West Midlands, whose roots date back to Coventry School of Design in 1843; it became Coventry University in 1992. It offers around 300 undergraduate and postgraduate courses across four main faculties (arts and humanities, business and law, engineering, environment and computing, health and life sciences) and has a strong applied, career‑focused profile with many courses including placements and industry links. The Coventry University Group also operates campuses in Coventry, Scarborough, London and Wrocław, as well as partnerships and hubs in Egypt, Morocco, China, India, Dubai, Brussels, Africa and Singapore. The university teaches about 29,500 students, almost half of whom are international, and has recently achieved its highest QS world ranking.

Key information

  • Location: Coventry, UK
  • Ranking #34
  • QS #571
  • US News #1060
  • National ranking #72
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Faculty of Arts and Humanities
  • Faculty of Business and Law
  • Faculty of Engineering Environment and Computing
  • Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

Programs (29)

  • Computer Science
  • Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Marketing
  • Tourism and Hospitality
  • Law
  • Political Science
  • International Relations
  • Philosophy
  • History
  • Linguistics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Environmental Science
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Anthropology
  • Education
  • Fine Arts
  • Music

Student body

  • Total students: 29,500
  • Undergraduate: 19,700
  • Graduate: 9,000
  • International students: 47%

Campus life

Coventry University’s main campus is in the city centre close to shops, restaurants and cultural venues. Teaching buildings, library and Students’ Union are within easy walking distance of many halls. The university has a strong international community and a practice‑oriented approach to learning. Students can join numerous societies and sports clubs, while support services help with visas, accommodation and academic skills.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: £600 - £1,200 / per month

Housing options

  • University‑owned halls in Coventry (standard and en‑suite rooms
  • studios)
  • Nominated private halls
  • Shared rented houses and flats in Coventry

Student clubs and organizations

  • Students’ Union societies
  • Academic and course‑based societies
  • Cultural and international groups
  • Arts and media clubs
  • Sport and fitness clubs

Sports

  • Football
  • Rugby
  • Basketball
  • Netball
  • Other BUCS and recreational sports through Coventry University Students’ Union

Career & internships

Employment rate: 90%

Internships: Many Coventry programmes include sandwich years, internships, or project‑based learning with industry partners, particularly in engineering, business, health and creative subjects. The university has extensive links with employers and global partners, and careers services support applications, CVs and interview preparation. International students can undertake placements within visa rules, gaining valuable work experience.

Admission requirements

Required tests

  • TOEFL
  • IELTS

Required documents

  • UCAS or online application
  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • Personal statement
  • Academic reference
  • Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent)
  • Passport copy
  • Additional documents for certain professional programmes (e.g. health checks
  • DBS checks)

Tuition costs

  • £20,000 - £27,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 55.00%
  • Scholarships available: Coventry University offers scholarships and discounts for international students, including merit‑based awards and regional scholarships. Typical support consists of partial tuition fee reductions, sometimes combined with early payment discounts. Many awards are targeted at self‑funding international students who demonstrate strong academic performance and meet offer and deposit conditions. External funding from home‑country schemes may also be available. Details, eligibility and deadlines are updated annually on Coventry’s international scholarships pages.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1992
  • Teaching languages: English, english
  • Study formats: offline

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