Coventry University
www.coventry.ac.uk/londoncampus
www.coventry.ac.uk/international-students
International Office
Priory Street,Coventry
CV1 2JH, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 2476 152 152,
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Email: enquiries.io@coventry.ac.uk
LOCATION
Coventry University is a city centre campus in Coventry, West Midlands (about 25 minutes from Birmingham) and run undergraduate and postgraduate courses through our 3 Faculties and 2 Schools. The University comprises of the Faculties of Business, Environment and Society; Engineering and Computing; and Health and Life Sciences; and of the School of Art and Design and the School of Lifelong Learning. It offer a huge variety of courses including Aerospace Systems Engineering, Automotive Design, Business, Computer Science, Disaster Management, Environmental Management, Finance, Law, Marketing, MBA, Physiotherapy, Psychology and Tourism Management. Top-up courses are available in some disciplines and advanced entry into year 2 is possible and considered on an individual basis. We also cater for students requiring Foundation and pre-masters courses.
We have a student population of roughly 20,000 with approximately 2700 international students from over 100 countries. Our USPs include multiple entry points, good value for money both in terms of tuition fees and the cost of living in Coventry and a fully integrated International Office which covers students from application to graduation and beyond by way of the Recruitment Team, Admissions Team, Resources and Student Welfare.
Why Coventry University?
We have a student population of roughly 20,000 with approximately 2700 international students from over 100 countries
Why choose to study here?
· Coventry is the 4th safest place to study in the country* (*Latest Urban Crime Ranking report by the Think Tank, Reform)
· It is centrally located with superb links to the rest of the UK 15 minutes to Birmingham airport by train, 1 hour to London by train
· We offer low cost, secure, accommodation within walking distance “Student residences are within easy walking distance of the campus and city centre.” Good University Guide 2010
·
World-leading and internationally excellent research in every
Faculty
7 out of 16 areas receiving the highest rating in overall quality
profile in the RAE 2008
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Flexible entry points
Pre-sessional English Language Programmes, International Foundation and Masters
Qualifying Programmes, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Postgraduate
Research
· Flexible start dates - September and January intakes
· We offer up to £1500 worth of scholarships available to each international student
·
World Class facilities
£5 million Student Centre and Graduate Centre
£16million award winning Lanchester
Library
Dedicated Graduate and Continuing Professional Development Centre
New high-tech
Engineering and Computing faculty building scheduled for autumn 2011
· One of the best Business Schools in the world
· Internationally recognised Engineering and Computing faculty
· World renowned School of Art and Design
· National recognition for high quality of provision of applied and professional courses in Health and Life Sciences
Facts about Coventry City
Highlights include:
· Centrally located with superb links to the rest of the UK
· England’s eighth largest city
· Popular high street shops, boutiques, bars, clubs and restaurants catering for all budgets
· One of the oldest circular indoor markets in Europe
· Historic Cathedral Quarter located right next to the University
· £33 million Skydome complex including an ice rink (home to Coventry Blaze ice hockey team) a multiplex cinema
· £60 million Ricoh Arena, a new stadium with 32,000 seats, which is home to Coventry City Football Club and also hosts concerts and other events
· Close to Shakespeare’s Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and the castles of Kenilworth and Warwick
The University
Coventry University is a
forward-looking, modern University with a proud tradition as a provider of high
quality education and a focus on applied research.
Facts about Coventry University
· Campuses in the centre of Coventry and the heart of London
· One of the most popular University’s in the UK with international students for General and Mechanical Engineering
· In the top 30 UK universities for Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering, Art and Design, Building, Food Science and General Engineering
7 out of 16 areas receiving the highest rating in overall quality profile in the RAE 2008
· Allied Health and Professional Studies
· Art and Design
· Computer Science and Informatics
· Electrical and Electronic Engineering
· Library and Information Management
· Politics and International Studies
· Social Work and Social Policy Administration
Degree programmes professionally-accredited by professional and public bodies (CIPD, CIM, BCS, Law Society, NHS etc)
Undergraduate full-time courses by subject
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Postgraduate full-time courses by subject
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Tuition Fees and Scholarships
Coventry University realises that attending
University requires a significant investment financially.
We pride ourselves on offering competitive tuition fees which we review on an
annual basis and a wide range of scholarships to support students with
their studies.
International Tuition Fees
Foundation and Undergraduate Fees 2010/2011
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Tuition Fees per Academic Year |
International |
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Undergraduate degree programmes (classroom based) |
£8,560 |
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Undergraduate degree programmes (practical based) |
£9,100 |
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FoundationonCampus International Foundation Programme |
£9,950 |
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Foundation in Art and Design (ADF009) |
£6,580 |
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Coventry University 2 year Foundation Degree |
£6,760 |
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Graduate Diploma in Psychology (1 year) |
£6,760 |
Taught Postgraduate Programmes (including MSc & MA by Research) Fees 2010/2011
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Tuition Fees per Academic Year |
International |
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MA Automotive Design (15 months) (ADT011) |
£11,400 |
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MA Vehicle Interiors (15 months) (ADT025) |
£11,400 |
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All MBA courses |
£10,590 |
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All other Premium and Laboratory based courses |
£9,870 |
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Classroom based courses |
£9,360 |
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FoundationonCampus Qualifying Pre-Masters Programme |
£9,960 |
Research Postgraduate Programmes MPhil/PhD Fees 2010/2011
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Tuition Fees per Academic Year |
International |
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Full Time |
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Practical based |
£11,400 |
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Classroom based |
£10,590 |
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MA by Research |
£9,360 |
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MSc by Research |
£9,870 |
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MPhil and PhD Split site |
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Practical based |
£5,700 |
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Classroom based |
£5,295 |
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For Channel Island fees please check with the International Office. |
Coventry University International Scholarship Programme
A scholarship is a financial reward to
help support you while you are studying.
There is no separate
scholarship application process: all applications from
self-funded international students from any non-EU country will automatically
be considered for a merit scholarship at the point of application.
Scholarships are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. The number of scholarships available on each scheme is limited so students are encouraged to apply for their course early.
If you are offered a merit scholarship then you must confirm your acceptance by paying the required deposit within four weeks from the date issued on the scholarship offer letter.
Scholarship Schemes
Allocation of Scholarships
Scholarships are allocated on a first-come-first-served
basis. The number of scholarships available on each scheme is limited so
students are encouraged to apply for their course early.
The maximum amount
any international student can claim is £1,500:
· An international student can combine a merit award (£1,000) with either an 'Early Payment' or 'Alumni' discount (£500) but not both.
· An international student can combine an 'Early Payment' and 'Alumni' discount to a maximum of £1,000, but not in conjunction with a merit award.
Successful applicants will be notified by the International Office. The University will not contact unsuccessful candidates.
Terms and conditions
We may make you an offer of a scholarship
conditional, on your outstanding academic results. Should you fail to meet this
specified criteria, we may still make you the offer of a place but not a
scholarship.
Download the 
Scholarship Qualification Equivalences
document for information about the minimum qualifications accepted for the Coventry
University Merit Scholarship Schemes.
If you are offered a merit scholarship then you must confirm your acceptance by
paying the required deposit within four weeks from the date issued on the
scholarship offer letter.
This deposit is only refundable in the limited cases listed below:
· You fail to meet the academic conditions stipulated in your conditional offer
· You fail to obtain a visa (we will refund on receiving a copy of the visa refusal notice)
· Your chosen programme of study is withdrawn and the University is unable to provide a replacement programme of study
Merit Scholarship scheme:
Merit Scholarship scheme: £1,000, in year one only and based on academic performance.
· Available to all international students applying for full-time undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at Coventry University in 2010/11.
· Scholarships are allocated on the basis of academic merit. (Postgraduate applicants must hold 2.1 or equivalent, Undergraduate applicants must hold A-levels equivalent at grades BBC).
· There is no separate scholarship application process: all applications from self-funded international students from any non-EU country will automatically be considered for a merit award. You will not have to do anything. If you are successful, you will be notified in due course by the International Office.
Early Payment Discount
Early Payment Discount: £500. This discount is available for all years of study.
· Available to all full-time international students applying for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at Coventry University in 2010/11. (Does not apply to part-time students.)
· Students must pay full fees in advance of enrolment to qualify for this discount.
Alumni Discount
Alumni Discount: £500
· Available to all existing Coventry University international, EU and UK students progressing to full-time postgraduate programmes 2010/11.
· This award is available automatically to all existing Coventry University students progressing to full-time postgraduate programmes, upon accepting an offer from the University
Research Scholarship scheme
· Available to all international students applying for postgraduate research programmes at Coventry University. These awards are aligned to our Applied Research Centres and Applied Research Groups.
Commonwealth Scholarship scheme
Coventry University is supporting the Commonwealth Scholarships to Developed countries awards 2010. The Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom (CSC) offers opportunities to Commonwealth citizens to study in the UK, and identifies UK citizens to study overseas, as part of the UK's contribution to the international Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan.
These Scholarships apply to candidates from Australia, Brunei, Canada, Cyprus, Malta, New Zealand, Singapore and the Bahamas.
Undergraduate Students Application Process:
What we will need:
The International Office will need the following information in order to make a decision on your application:
· All academic transcripts
· Copies of degree/diploma certificates
· One academic reference
· An English language test score (IELTS/TOEFL etc)
· Your personal statement
· Copy of your current passport
Coventry University London Campus
We welcome prospective students to our new London Campus.
Coventry University London Campus is located at East India House, part of the exclusive Devonshire Square Estate in the heart of the City of London.
The campus is less than a 5 minute walk from Liverpool Street station - a major bus, underground and mainline rail hub with excellent connections to airports.
The campus comprises up to 5,000 square metres of purpose built space, designed around your learning needs and our innovative teaching and learning methods.
The campus is a vibrant location for study, collaboration and networking with other students and employers.
Courses
From October 2010 Coventry University London Campus will be offering MBA courses and undergraduate top-up programmes that provide real business experience alongside an excellent study programme.
MBA courses
Our innovative MBA
courses have been developed specifically for students on our London
campus.
Using renowned industry experts, we have created intensive and bespoke courses
that are focused on equipping students with the skills they need to launch
successful international business careers.
London Campus MBA Programmes
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Courses |
Length |
Code |
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1 year full-time |
LONT003 |
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1 year full-time |
LONT006 |
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1 year full-time |
LONT010 |
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1 year full-time |
LONT008 |
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1 year full-time |
LONT004 |
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Top-up programmes
Coventry University London Campus (CULC) Top-up programmes
allow entry to the final year of a BA degree programme for students from
outside the UK.
Students undertake in-depth study of particular areas of business interest
dependant on previous study and knowledge, and help to prepare them for a
career in international business and management.
The BA (Hons)
undergraduate top-up one year courses have been designed
with specific focus on business in an international context and will provide
students with the opportunity develop a sound knowledge of business issues
and trends in the international context, applying theory to practice where
appropriate.
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Courses |
Length |
Code |
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Accounting and Finance for International Business (Top-up) BA Honours degree |
1 year full-time |
LONU001 |
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1 year full-time |
LONU004 |
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1 year full-time |
LONU005 |
Pre-Sessional English Training
Coventry University London Campus offers a Pre-Sessional English course for those students with an existing IELTS level of 5.5 or 6.0 to ensure they meet the required level for progress onto academic study at the London Campus.
Employability
Our range of courses offer students the opportunity to undertake an internship, employer consulting project or work experience as part of their studies.
We also provide employability workshops, as part of our courses, which teach students a range of skills such as how to write a professional CV/résumé, interview and presentation techniques.
Fees
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Tuition Fees for 2010/2011 |
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MBA programmes |
£12,500 |
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Top-up programmes |
£9,560 |
Scholarships
Coventry University London Campus is delighted to welcome
outstanding students to its undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
We understand that undertaking Higher Education overseas is a major financial
decision, that’s why we have a range of Scholarships for those students who
plan to study with us in January 2011.
· Early Payment and Full Payment Scholarships
Early Payment and Full Payment scholarships
Early Payment scholarships
Students that pay their 33% tuition fee deposit by Friday 29
October, 2010 will receive a £750 scholarship off the full tuition
fee. Students that pay their 33% tuition fee deposit by Friday 3rd
December will receive a £500 scholarship off the full tuition fee.
Please note that this is
not available to students who receive a country scholarship.
Full Payment scholarships
Students that pay their tuition fees in full before or at
enrolment will be offered a £500 full payment scholarship, which can be
combined with the above Early Payment scholarship should the required deposit
be received by the dates above.
Students who pay their
33% tuition fee deposit by Friday 29th October and their tuition fees in full
before or at enrolment will receive a total scholarship of £1250.
Students who pay their 33% tuition fee deposit by Friday 3rd December and their tuition fees in full before or at enrolment will receive a total scholarship of £1000.
Please note that students who receive a country scholarship are not eligible for an Early Payment or Full Payment Scholarship.
Country scholarships
Coventry University London Campus is offering scholarships of £1500 to a limited number of students from different countries on a merit basis.
Eligibility for the country scholarships is dependent upon applicants paying a deposit of 33% of their tuition fees by Friday, 3 December 2010.
Term Dates and Academic Calendar 2010/2011/2012
The academic year is split into four terms or quadmesters. Each quadmester is 10 weeks, followed by a short break. This offers you the opportunity to start your programmes at a time to suit you and allows you to complete your programme within the minimum duration possible.
MBA Programmes term dates
Top-up programmes term dates