Coventry University is a public research university in the city of coventry , England.
The impressive 33-acre campus is in the heart of one of the largest cities in England. A pleasant cathedral quarter and city centre that showcases 1,000 years of history and offers all the facilities one would expect.
Coventry University logo is the mythical phoenix , a creature that is symbolic of how the university was rebuilt following its destruction in world war 2.
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With a proud tradition as a provider of innovative teaching and learning and focus on impactful research , the university has established robust reputations for pushing the boundaries of higher education regionally , internationally and across the world. Coventry is also recognised internationally for its expertise in peace building, serious games and disaster management. It's world leading calibre of its engineering and design graduates particularly in the automotive field makes it famous globally.
| Total UG Students | Total PG Students | International Student | Student Faculty Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31,645 | 6,785 | 34% | 15:1 |
The campus is continually developing and its innovative approach to education is playing a leading role in modernising the entire learning experience. It is committed to provide students with the best possible experience , investing in both its facilities and its new modern approach to education. It's status as UK's top university is underlined by world class teaching and equipment in all academic faculties and close links with leading businesses and organisations . This gives students access to valuable project and placement opportunities and ensures learning isn’t confined to the classroom.
Some of the notable alumni of the university are:
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Businessmen Neil Carson, CEO of Johnson Matthey plc
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Nick Buckles, CEO of security firm G4S
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Aerodynamicist John Iley
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Writer and journalist David Yelland
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Politician and MP for South Ribble (1997-2010) David Borrow
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Television presenter Andrea McLean
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Singer-songwriter and live-streamer Emma McGann
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Meteorologist John Kettley
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Simon Hayhoe, Educationalist and Author
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Vijayananth,BMW Indian student mechanical engineering specialist in solidworks
| Undergraduate courses | Top up courses | Postgraduate courses |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS 6.0/5.5 | IELTS 6.5/5.5 | IELTS 6.5/5.5 |
* Few Courses have higher IELTS requirement
Undergraduate Courses: English requirements:
TOEFL REQUIREMENT:79/19
PTE REQUIREMENT: 65/59
English Waiver: All boards are not eligible for an English waiver except for the below mention
1) KARNATAKA
2) KERALA
3) MAHARASHTRA
4)ANDHRA PRADESH
5)MADHYA PRADESH
6)TAMILNADU
7)WEST BENGAL
8)CBSE & ICSE
Exclude waiver from the below states:
1)GUJARAT
2)HARYANA
3)TELANGANA
4)UTTARAKHAND
5)PUNJAB
6)UTTAR PRADESH
Postgraduate Courses:English requirements:
PTE REQUIREMENT: 71/59
TOEFL REQUIREMENT:88/19
English Waiver:65% and above in class 12 English, All boards not eligible for English waiver except for the below mention
1) KARNATAKA
2) KERALA
3) MAHARASHTRA
4)ANDHRA PRADESH
5)MADHYA PRADESH
6)TAMILNADU
7)WEST BENGAL
8)CBSE & ICSE
Exclude waiver from the below states:
1)GUJARAT
2)HARYANA
3)TELANGANA
4)UTTARAKHAND
5)PUNJAB
6)UTTAR PRADESH
| Undergraduate Course | Post Graduate Course |
|---|---|
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Overall Percentage: 60%. English marks in 12 for ielts waiver: 60%. (IELTS waiver will be given only to the following boards:cbse; isc; andhra pradesh state; karnataka state; kerala state; maharashtra state; tamil nadu state; uttarakhand state; west bengal state) Married cases are not accepted. IELTS is mandatory for 10+2 diplomas. Academic gap more than 1 year will not be accepted If students fails in credibility interview, student cannot apply in coventry for next 1 year Minimum IELTS requirement: 6.0/5.5. Pearson pte: 65 overall with a minimum component of 59 TOEFL requirement:79/18 |
Overall percentage: Students must achieve 60% in a 3 year undergraduate degree or 55% in a 4 year. Undergraduate degree students from the following universities will be considered with 55% in a 3 year undergraduate degree (unless applying for health and life science courses): Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai (Madras), Anna, Amity, Andhra pradesh, Aligarh muslim, Pune, Bangalore. English marks in 12 for ielts waiver: 65%. (ielts waiver will be given only to the following boards:cbse; isc; andhra pradesh state; karnataka state; kerala state; maharashtra state; tamil nadu state; uttarakhand state; west bengal state) Married cases are accepted only if the student is filing for a student visa. Academic gap of 10 years is accepted with proper work justification If students fails in credibility interview, student cannot apply in coventry for next 1 year Minimum IELTS requirement: 6.5/5.5. Pearson pte: 71 overall with a minimum component of 59 TOEFL requirement:88/19 |
Accommodation for International Students
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The university recommends that all new international students apply for university accommodation as this is a good way to meet people and integrate quickly into university life in a new country.
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University-owned accommodation for Coventry University students includes self-catered options in a student village environment, or rooms in catered halls. Subject to availability, first-year students can choose the option best suited to their budget and requirements.
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Most first-year accommodation is on or close to the university’s city-centre campus, so it’s a short walk to teaching buildings and other essentials such as the library, sports centre and the student support services and social facilities at The Hub.
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Rent for university-owned accommodation often includes utility bills and contents insurance, making it easier for students to manage their finances.
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Students at Coventry University London have various accommodation options close to campus. Halls of residence include studio and en-suite room options, with either private or shared communal facilities. The university also has a partnership with University of London Housing Services which assists students looking for private housing options.
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First-year students at CU Scarborough also have a number of local accommodation options, all within walking distance of the campus, town centre and beach.
| Conditional Offer | CAS |
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| 9 working days | 10 working Day |
Scholarships:
Scholarships are provided to students based on merits. If selected the students get details via email. To qualify for Scholarship, the student needs to have 70% above in bachelors who are going for Masters and 70% & above in 12th who are going for bachelors. In order to qualify for scholarship students needs to pay 8000 pounds
Some key facts of Coventry University
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No.1 Modern University in the Midlands
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Guardian University Guide 2021
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1st for Overseas Student Experiences
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based on student trips abroad from HESA 2018/19 UK data
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Top 30 in the World for International Students
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QS World University Rankings 2021
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University of the Year for Student Experience 2019
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The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019
