About the university

The University of Warwick is a public campus university located on the outskirts of Coventry, near Warwick, founded in 1965 as part of the UK’s expansion of higher education. It is known for strong teaching and research in economics, business, mathematics, computer science, engineering, social sciences, and humanities, and hosts the internationally renowned Warwick Business School (WBS). Warwick typically has around 29,000 students and a very international profile, with close to 40% of students from outside the UK representing over 115 countries. The single-site campus has academic buildings, residences, arts centre, sports facilities and green spaces in one location, with good transport links to Coventry, Birmingham and London. Warwick is consistently ranked in the world’s top 100 universities and among the leading institutions in the UK.

Key information

• Location: Coventry, UK
• Ranking #9
• QS #74
• THE #91
• US News #172
• National ranking #9
• Institution type: public

Popular faculties

• Faculty of Arts
• Faculty of Social Sciences (including Warwick Business School
• Warwick Law School
• Politics and International Studies)
• Faculty of Science Engineering and Medicine (including Mathematics
• Computer Science
• Engineering
• Life Sciences and Medical School)

Programs (35)

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

Student body

• Total students: 28,000
• Undergraduate: 17,000
• Graduate: 11,000
• International students: 38%

Campus life

Warwick’s campus brings together teaching buildings, residences, Warwick Arts Centre, Warwick Sport and green spaces in one large site. The Students’ Union runs hundreds of societies and events, and the campus hosts regular careers fairs, cultural festivals and conferences. Accommodation ranges from budget shared‑facility halls to modern en‑suite residences, mostly within walking distance of teaching spaces. Coventry and Leamington Spa offer additional housing, shops and nightlife, while Birmingham and London are reachable by train. Dedicated international student services support visas, arrival and integration.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: £500 - £1,999 / per month

Housing options

• On‑campus halls (standard and en‑suite)
• Budget shared facilities halls (e.g. Whitefields
• Cryfield Standard)
• Mid‑range and premium en‑suite halls (e.g. Claycroft
• Bluebell
• Arthur Vick)
• Self‑catered campus houses
• Private rented houses and flats in Coventry and surrounding areas

Student clubs and organizations

• On‑campus halls (standard and en‑suite)
• Budget shared facilities halls (e.g. Whitefields
• Cryfield Standard)
• Mid‑range and premium en‑suite halls (e.g. Claycroft
• Bluebell
• Arthur Vick)
• Self‑catered campus houses
• Private rented houses and flats in Coventry and surrounding areas

Sports

• Football
• Rugby
• Hockey
• Netball
• Basketball
• Rowing
• Tennis
• Badminton
• Athletics
• Other BUCS and recreational sports through Warwick Sport

Career & internships

Employment rate: 94%

Partner companies

• Jaguar Land Rover
• WPP
• Accenture

Internships: Many Warwick programmes offer placement years, internships and study‑abroad opportunities, particularly in business, economics, engineering, computer science and some social sciences. Warwick has strong employer links and an active Careers Service that organises fairs, skills workshops and employer events. International students can undertake placements within visa rules. The university’s reputation for research and teaching quality supports graduates in securing roles in finance, consulting, tech, industry and public sector worldwide.

Admission requirements

Required tests

• IELTS
• TOEFL

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
• CV and additional documents for some postgraduate programmes

Tuition costs

• £31,000 - £40,000 / per year
• Acceptance rate: 14.00%
• Scholarships available: Warwick offers a variety of scholarships for international students across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These include merit‑based tuition fee discounts, country‑specific awards and subject scholarships (for example through Warwick Business School and departments in Science and Engineering). The university’s Scholarship Portal lists centrally managed schemes and external funding. Eligibility usually depends on academic performance, fee status as an overseas student and sometimes additional criteria such as a personal statement. Some scholarships can be combined with government loans or sponsor funding depending on the country.

Quick facts

• Founded: 1965
• Teaching languages: English, english
• Study formats: offline

Contact

• Website: https://www.warwick.ac.uk
• +44 24 7652 3523