Coventry University
Priory Street, CV1 5FB Coventry, United Kingdom
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Institution Overview
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- About the Institution
Coventry University is a modern public research university based in Coventry, England, renowned for its applied learning, strong industry links and global campuses.
It serves over 38,000 students (including more than 13,000 international students from over 160 countries) and emphasises job-ready education and practical experience.
- Institution Type
Public Research University
- Campuses
- Main campus in Coventry, West Midlands, England.
- Other campuses include:
- Coventry University London
- CU Coventry
- CU London
- CU Scarborough
- Coventry University Wroclaw
- Establishment Year
- Origins: 1843 (Coventry School of Design)
- University status granted: 1992 (Coventry Polytechnic became Coventry University)
- Educational Focus
- Emphasis on applied and experiential learning, industry placements and internationalisation.
- Broad educational focus across:
- Business
- Engineering
- Science
- Health
- Arts
- Design & Digital Media
- Accreditations
- Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF): Gold rating (for student experience) in 2023.
- Some programmes are accredited by relevant professional bodies.
- Rankings
- QS World University Rankings: “501-600” global band
- The Guardian University Guide 2023: Ranked 38th in the UK
- The Times & Sunday Times University Guide 2023: 44th in the UK
- Highlights
- Over 38,000 students, including 13,000+ international students from over 160 countries.
- Recognised for strong industry-relevant programmes and employability.
- Scored “5 QS Stars for Employability.”
- Significant investment in campus and facilities: e.g., major redevelopment at Coventry campus and urban location.