Coventry University

Coventry University is a well-established higher education institution located in the West Midlands. As the UK’s fastest growing university, and the 6th largest overall, Coventry offers students a wide range of postgraduate courses, award-winning facilities and an extremely high standard of teaching.

The main campus is in the heart of Coventry, a truly global metropolitan city with a diverse and dynamic student population. The university presently has over 13,000 international students enrolled, hailing from more than 140 countries worldwide. As the UK’s City of Culture (2021), Coventry can provide students an exciting roster of social and cultural events year-round.

The university offers 160 postgraduate courses, including:

• Certificate (PGCert) and Diploma (PGDip)
• Master’s degree
• Master’s by research
• PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)

Coventry University London campus opened in 2010 and offers a range of business courses and an opportunity to live in the buzzing capital. There is also a selection of distance-learning postgraduate courses available, through Coventry University Online.

Coventry University students on Postgraduate Search say:

“There is a good balance between independent study and sharing ideas with other students on the course.”

“My university experience has made me feel like I am achieving something and has been largely enjoyable.”

Coventry University postgraduate students can choose from 160 competitive postgraduate courses distributed across four academic faculties:

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

Students work with a range of assessment techniques, as well as formative and summative feedback. There are also many extra-curricular opportunities available, such as the Global Leaders Programme and Enhancing Futures, which boost students’ employability and enhances personal development. These valuable activities are in high demand, and are subject to availability and may also incur additional costs.

Coventry University students on Postgraduate Search say:

“The part-time schedule is very suitable for me, particularly as a commuter with other work commitments.”

“Tutors are always available.”

“There is a good balance between independent study and sharing ideas with other students on the course.”

Course entry requirements vary, so the university recommends prospective students visit the relevant course page on their website for further details.

The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences' expertise is well established. May Parsons, the first person in the world to deliver the Covid-19 vaccine to a patient outside of a clinical trial, is a current MSc Global Healthcare and Management student.

The university’s Faculty of Business and Law is known for creating a realistic learning environment for students with cutting-edge facilities. The new Business Simulation Suite has the largest academic training floor in Europe with 42 dual-screen Bloomberg terminals.

The Faculty of Engineering, Environment and Computing runs a world-leading program of degree courses and is known for the calibre of its engineering and design graduates, particularly in the automotive field.

Coventry University understands that a successful career is built on a foundation of relevant skills and experiences. The university develops its courses and curriculums in response to the needs of current industrial and business sectors, ensuring up-to-date course material and employment-targeted qualifications. Many of the teaching staff are themselves industry experts, and work in their field alongside their teaching commitments.

Some courses, including the Professional Development module, are accredited by the Chartered Management Institute, and other established professional bodies, which offer the first steps into career pathways with lifelong progression.

The university also encourages entrepreneurship and initiatives, and the Enterprise Hub is a great place for students looking to find support with developing their own business and social enterprises.

Coventry University students on Postgraduate Search say:

“Their self-employed business support programme is free, very useful and relevant to my future career goals. They also offer online and in person workshops for all aspects of employability.”

“Careers department is great.”

“Professional practice module to get us ready for employment.”

Student union

Coventry University Students’ Union (CUSU) is home to a huge range of societies and sports clubs. It is the central hub of much of the university’s social calendar and represents the voice of its community of around 35,000 students.

Students can get social, stay active and get involved in volunteering or become a student rep and participate in the organisation of the university itself. These activities are great opportunities for students to enhance their CV’s, and demonstrate skills and leadership qualities to prospective employers.

The university also runs a Postgraduates’ Guild, where graduate students can meet and network with other like-minded individuals.

Coventry University students on Postgraduate Search say:

“I have been to the students’ union a handful of times - there is a variety of food stalls available including Starbucks, Papa Johns, Greggs, etc.”

“The students union is also linked to the self-employed business support programme that I have signed up to, they are very helpful and accessible.”

Clubs and societies

Coventry University’s Student’ Union (CUSU) is home to around 50 student-led sports clubs and up to 100 special interest societies, covering a huge range of groups and activities. From musical theatre and movie clubs, to language groups and cultural societies, as well as more niche offerings such as the Nintendo society, there is something to suit all interests.

In 2021, Coventry will play host to many exciting events to celebrate its UK City of Culture selection, in which the university’s students are strongly encouraged to participate.

City life

Steeped in history, Coventry is a vibrant and exciting cosmopolitan city that is home to a diverse population. The campus is situated in the very heart of the city, offering students easy access to cultural activities, museums and galleries right on the university’s doorstep. Coventry also has a wide variety of shops and restaurants, as well as multiple music and sporting venues that will come alive as Coventry plays host as the UK City of Culture for 2021.

Students can enjoy the peace and quiet of the city's green spaces. Coombe Abbey Country Park is nearby and a great place to escape the hustle and bustle.

Coventry is a well-connected Midlands city, only an hour from London by rail, with Birmingham just a 20-minute train journey away.

Coventry University students on Postgraduate Search say:

“I commute from home via train, in this sense I would say that the university is easy to access via public transport.”

“You can catch the bus into the town centre which is less than 10 minutes away.”

Accommodation

Coventry University offers a comprehensive selection of stylish student accommodation, with options to suit all budgets and preferences. The university provides its postgraduate students with a convenient and comfortable home-away-from-home to study and relax.

Accommodation options include:

• Catered and self-catered halls of residence with en-suite rooms
• University-owned halls close to the campus and city centre, making it easy for students to get around the city
• Private accommodation from the local rental sector, with guidance provided via the university's letting agency, FutureLets.

There are options to live exclusively with other postgraduate students, or with a mix of both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Places within the university’s accommodation are limited, and subject to availability.

Coventry University students on Postgraduate Search say:

“[The Accommodation is] Easy to drive to and down a quiet street.”

Facilities

Postgraduate students at the Coventry campus have access to superb facilities. The university has invested £100 million into postgraduate study and research since 2016. New buildings include:

• The £32 million Institute for Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering, which greatly enhances the research and learning potential of the department.
• The Jaguar Centre is a multi-purpose facility for postgraduate students with private study areas, computer suites and social spaces for group work or study breaks.

Students also have access to Coventry University’s world-class Sport and Recreation Centre, with two sports halls, a dance studio and fully-equipped gym, offering reasonably-priced student membership deals. The newly refurbished Lanchester Library holds a huge archive of books, journals, and electronic resources to support postgraduate student studies, along with a cafe, collaborative study spaces, and access to computers and printing facilities.

Coventry University students on Postgraduate Search say:

“In regard to the facilities for my course, I feel that there is a wide variety of services available.”

“Amazing”

“The facilities have inspired me to push myself to be as creative as possible on my course.”

Coventry recognises the need for strong and supportive student services, and provides an excellent level of care and guidance. Services include:

Academic support

The Centre for Academic Writing can support students in various areas, from writing essays to preparing for exams. Mathematics assistance is available at the Sigma Support Centre.

Health and wellbeing support

Students have free and confidential access to welfare support and counselling, as well as help with mental health issues and disabilities. There is a medical centre on campus, where students can access a team of doctors and nurses. Registration is required.

Spirituality and faith support

The university has prayer rooms and multi-faith chaplains available at a dedicated centre on campus.

Student advice

Students can find plenty of information on everything from accommodation to financial advice.

Coventry University students on Postgraduate Search say:

“Academic support has been great so far - I have emailed tutors about academic issues as well as personal issues and they have been very helpful with their responses.”

“Lots of 1 to 1 support."

“Tutors are very supportive.”

The university provides a range of financial support options, from scholarship awards to loans, discounts and bursaries. Students are advised to visit the university website for full details, and to check eligibility.

Coventry University alumni could be eligible for a 20% discount on self-funded postgraduate degree courses. Further details of this can be found via the UK Postgraduate Loan Schemes, which are available to view on the university’s Postgraduate Funding page.

Taught

Postgraduate students completing a taught master’s degree, can choose from the following options:

• Master of Arts (MA)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Laws (LLM)
• Master of Science (MSc)

Taught courses can be studied with a dissertation or project. Coventry University offers flexible study options, including:

• full-time study, typically over one full year
• part-time study, typically over two years.

It is possible to exit a master’s with a postgraduate certificate or diploma. Students can check with the programme’s specifications or with the relevant faculty registry for further details.

Research

Coventry University is a progressive and forward-thinking institution, which employs a research driven approach, and prides itself on the powerful research conducted by its postgraduate departments. The university operates with a strategy of ‘excellence with impact’.

Research specialisms include:

• Award-winning research into the migrant crisis in the Mediterranean
• Suicide prevention
• World-leading research to create a simulated heart in laboratory conditions.

Master’s by Research

Some of the benefits which can be enjoyed by Coventry University postgraduate students opting to complete a Master’s by Research include:

• Choosing from MAR or MScR
• Pursue an independent research project with expert supervision and support
• Students can choose from one-year full-time study or study part-time, spread across two to three years
• Students can link their research project to current or future career interests
• Students gain valuable insights into what it may be like to study a full PhD.

Distance learning

Distance learning allows a flexible approach to postgraduate study.

Coventry University Online offers a wide range of 100% online degrees, which means no face-to-face lectures or fixed timetables. Students can study at a time and place that suits them.

Coventry University’s impressive range of online course content is available for students enrolling in a full Coventry University degree. The university aims to give the flexibility and support needed for each of its remote learning students to achieve academic success. Upon completion of a degree, students will have met the same exacting standards as students undertaking on-campus courses.