UniHomes guide to

Coventry

Uni Life in Coventry

Coventry student life​ is diverse and exciting, with two major institutions on its doorstep. Overall, 50,000 students call Coventry home during term times, with Coventry University situated within the city itself and the Russel Group University of Warwick just a little further south.
From swanky studio apartments with on-site amenities to large shared houses, there are plenty of options when it comes to student accommodation here. Spread across Coventry City Centre, and centrally located areas such as Stoke, Cheylesmore and Bishopsgate Green, there's a lot to discover.

Key reasons to study in Coventry

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    Academic excellence

    The uni libraries are a go-to for students, but there are plenty of coffee shops where you can get your assignments done too. Cafe Locco and Baxter Baristas are top picks.

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    Historic spots

    The uni libraries are a go-to for students, but there are plenty of coffee shops where you can get your assignments done too. Cafe Locco and Baxter Baristas are top picks.

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    Green spaces galore

    The uni libraries are a go-to for students, but there are plenty of coffee shops where you can get your assignments done too. Cafe Locco and Baxter Baristas are top picks.

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    A thriving music scene

    The uni libraries are a go-to for students, but there are plenty of coffee shops where you can get your assignments done too. Cafe Locco and Baxter Baristas are top picks.

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    A well-connected city

    The uni libraries are a go-to for students, but there are plenty of coffee shops where you can get your assignments done too. Cafe Locco and Baxter Baristas are top picks.

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    Student-oriented living

    The uni libraries are a go-to for students, but there are plenty of coffee shops where you can get your assignments done too. Cafe Locco and Baxter Baristas are top picks.

The uni libraries are a go-to for students, but there are plenty of coffee shops where you can get your assignments done too. Cafe Locco and Baxter Baristas are top picks.

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Universities in Coventry

University of Warwick

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Located on the outskirts of Coventry, the University of Warwick is a prestigious Russell Group university, and a true campus university as well. It boasts 32 academic departments and a host of student amenities and entertainment all within a self-contained area. You'll find a huge number of excellent courses across the three core faculties at Warwick, particularly in the school of management and business.

Coventry University

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Coventry University is Coventry's city centre university and is home to almost 30,000 students each year. It's also one of the fastest growing universities and prides itself on specialising in teaching performance, mainly  across a number of niche subjects, such as architecture and film production. It sits on a purpose-built campus on the east side of the city centre, next to the ring road.

Student Life in Coventry

The uni libraries are a go-to for students, but there are plenty of coffee shops where you can get your assignments done too. Cafe Locco and Baxter Baristas are top picks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

With a large student population, Coventry is very student-focused, with nightlife options, sweet treat spots, quiet places to study, and more!

While Cannon Park is widely sought-after, the city centre is also popular amongst students for its proximity to campus.

Coventry has some solid options for nightlife, with affordable drink prices too. Take a look at our Coventry student bar crawl route ideas for some inspiration!

The uni libraries are a go-to for students, but there are plenty of coffee shops where you can get your assignments done too. Cafe Locco and Baxter Baristas are top picks.

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