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Coventry University

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Coventry University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Coventry University is a public university in Coventry, England, offering bachelor’s and master’s study. It suits students who want a UK public university with a broad mix of applied subjects and some professional programmes.

  2. What you can study

    You can study at bachelor’s and master’s level across subjects including acting for stage and screen, adult nursing, advertising and digital marketing, architecture, automotive and transport design, aviation management, biological and forensic sciences, biomedical science, childhood, youth and education studies, chiropractic, civil engineering, and commercial law. The university lists 28 programmes in total.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the entry requirements for the specific programme they want. The university website should be used to confirm academic qualifications, English language requirements, deadlines, and any course-specific documents needed for overseas applicants.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee in the information available here; confirm the current fee with its admissions office. Living costs in Coventry and the wider UK should be budgeted separately, including housing, food, transport, and study materials.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is in the United Kingdom, and the language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm it on the official site before applying. Before you submit an application, check visa steps, entry requirements, English language requirements, fees, and whether your chosen programme has any placement or professional registration conditions.

  6. How it compares

    Among 193 universities in the United Kingdom, Coventry University stands out mainly for its public status and its mix of vocational and professional subject areas rather than for a small specialist profile. Its 28 listed programmes and the spread from design and engineering to nursing and law make it broader than many focused institutions, but you should compare it on course fit rather than on institutional size or prestige.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Coventry University

What type of university is Coventry University?

It is a public university.

Which country is Coventry University in?

It is in the United Kingdom.

What degree levels does Coventry University offer?

It offers bachelor’s degree and master’s degree study.

How many programmes are listed for Coventry University?

28 programmes are listed.

Overview

Coventry University is a public research university in Coventry, England. The origins of Coventry University can be linked to the Coventry School of Design in 1843. It was known as Lanchester Polytechnic from 1970 until 1987, and then as Coventry Polytechnic until it gained university status in 1992.

Programs at Coventry University

52 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accountancy BSc (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accountancy BSc (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Animation BA (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Animation BA (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Architecture BSc (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Architecture BSc (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics BSc (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Fashion BA (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Law

Law LLB (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Management BSc (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology BSc (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Social Work BA (Hons)

Coventry University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Foundation

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Chiropractic MSci

Coventry University

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United Kingdom.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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