Coventry University
Employability Rate
95%
Upcoming Intake
Sep 2025
Tution Fee
Starts from 18,600 GBP
English Requirement
IELTS, TOEFL
Rated TEF Gold
Highlights
Coventry University dates back to 1843 when it was called the Coventry School of Design. In the 1970s and 1980s, it was a Polytechnic before gaining university status in 1992. Being the largest university in Coventry, it's also the fastest-growing in the UK and one of the largest outside London.
It has also been named the University of the Year for Student Experience by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide. In fact, the Guardian University Guide named it the UK's Top Modern University for seven years in a row.
Coventry University is so committed to inclusivity that it attracts a uniquely high number of international students through its doors every year. Over 13,000 international students from 150+ countries are represented on campus at Coventry University. You can choose to join from 75 student clubs available that represent different interests and hobbies.
Coventry University is well-known for providing excellent accommodation for its students. From studios to privately owned shared houses, the University offers different options.
If you’re looking for budget-friendly accommodation options, download our app and check out the Stays feature!
Library
The Lanchester Library at the University is a five-floor building with many different study areas. It is right at the heart of the campus and is open 24/7.
Sports
You can join over 45 sports societies, including basketball and hockey.
Laboratory
Coventry University has several labs, including the Super Laboratory (Lab+) for biomedical, pharmacological, and analytical sciences, DigiComm Lab, sport science simulation labs, Business Simulation Suite (BSS), and more.
Cafeteria
Coventry University has several cafes and dining options, including The Hub and The Bistro, for breakfast, lunch, tea, coffee, snacks, and more.
Campuses
The main campus is located in the heart of Coventry. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Engineering and Computing Building, and the Lanchester Library. The campus is just a 10-minute walk away from the train station.
75% of England is within a two-hour drive of Coventry. London is an hour by train and Birmingham is just 20 minutes away. Pool Meadow bus and coach station is just a 5-minute walk from the University.
Coventry is a modern, cosmopolitan city welcoming students from over 150 countries. You can savour international cuisine at a wide range of restaurants and food outlets in the city centre, and find numerous shops at the West Orchards and Lower Precinct shopping centres. FarGo Village is a short walk from the campus.
Address: Priory St, Coventry CV1 5FB, UK
Ranking
by QS
531
by THE
601–800
by GUARDIAN
46
FAQs
Generally, Coventry University requires an overall IELTS band score of 6.0 and above, with no individual score lower than 5.5 for the undergraduate courses. For postgraduate, a band score of 6.5 and above is required, with no individual score lower than 5.5 or 6.0, depending on the program.
Coventry University offers multiple scholarships for international students. The International Pathways Scholarship offers a £3,000 reduction in tuition fees to students who have a conditional offer for one of the study routes for the International Pathways Programme.
The EU Support Bursary offers financial support to European students who wish to study full-time for all years, including the 2026/27 academic year. The value of the bursary brings tuition fees in line with that of domestic (UK) students.
The Coventry University Sports Scholarship programme consists of two levels and offers either £1,500 or £3,000 in a mixture of a cash bursary and support services per academic year. Sports Scholarships are awarded competitively to approximately 40-45 students each year to represent the University at a high level of sporting accomplishments.
