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A career in Law - How do I become a solicitor?

A career in Law - How do I become a solicitor?

Ever thought about becoming a solicitor in the UK? Even if you don’t have a law degree, this new exam has been causing quite a stir in the legal community by making a...

23/03/23

What is the Solicitors’ Qualifying Examinations (SQE)

What is the Solicitors’ Qualifying Examinations (SQE)

If you’re looking to become a solicitor, the journey can look intimidating, so let’s break down the Solicitors’ Qualifying Examinations (SQE) to help alleviate any...

23/03/23

What I learnt at the Festival of Journalism 2023

What I learnt at the Festival of Journalism 2023

I had the opportunity to attend the 2023 Festival of Journalism on 26-27 January 2023.

14/02/23

Planning a sustainable fashion event

Planning a sustainable fashion event

International Fashion Business students updated their style while gaining invaluable fashion planning experience at the highly anticipated ‘Swap and Style’ pop up shop.

03/02/23

More Women in Property award success for Coventry University students.

More Women in Property award success for Coventry...

Coventry University had more success at this year’s Women in Property awards, as students Aleena Khalid and Taya Eames were recognised for their work.

03/10/22

My journey to secure a placement with Scottish Power

My journey to secure a placement with Scottish Power

Abdul Wadood, a Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence student, shared his journey to securing a placement as a Software & Database developer.

13/09/22

The Students’ Union has rebranded

The Students’ Union has rebranded

After 30 years of being ‘CUSU’, it’s time to evolve. Welcome to Your Students’ Union.

02/09/22

Moving in at university? Here are six steps to success

Moving in at university? Here are six steps to success

Coventry University psychologist, Nim Bahia, shares her top tips on making friends and transitioning to university life.

16/08/22

Fine Art alumnus completes season-long partnership with the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) and Vertu Motors.

Fine Art alumnus completes season-long partnership...

Graduating from Coventry University in 2011 with a 2:2 in Fine Art and Illustration, David Roman has completed a season-long partnership with the PFA and seen his...

20/07/22

The benefits of studying a Foundation Year course

The benefits of studying a Foundation Year course

We caught up with two course directors to find out what a Foundation Year course is and how you might benefit from studying one.

14/07/22

My journey to Intel

My journey to Intel

Khushi Lakhlani, a second-year Computer Science BSc (Hons) student at Coventry University, shares her journey to securing an internship at Intel.

21/03/22

My Sustainability Journey - Becoming a Student Ambassador

My Sustainability Journey - Becoming a Student...

Ibad Quershi discusses the impact becoming a Student Ambassador has had on his sustainability journey.

16/03/22

7 Ways to Live More Sustainably

7 Ways to Live More Sustainably

Will Kilmurray, Environmental Sustainability Assistant

11/03/22

Studying at Coventry University kick-started my career

Studying at Coventry University kick-started my career

Aaron Middleton discusses the impact Coventry University has had on his career progression.

07/03/22

Award-winner finds perfect course at Coventry University

Award-winner finds perfect course at Coventry...

An online quiz took Madeleine Clarke from working in retail to being a regional winner with the Women in Property Student Awards 2021.

04/03/22

Coventry University apprenticeship offers a design for life

Coventry University apprenticeship offers a design...

Formerly an interior designer, Hayley Scutts tells unCOVered what inspired her to undertake a Nursing Associates apprenticeship.

21/02/22

Close up of herb garden at Coventry University

How we’re cutting our carbon footprint

Find out how we're helping to support action against climate change around our campuses.

09/11/21

Aleksandar Dinkov student portrait sat on a wall

My journey to success with the help of Coventry...

Aleksandar Valeriev Dinkov is an MSc Strength and Conditioning student from Bulgaria. Having initially studied Sports and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) at Coventry,...

06/09/21

Liv's Clearing story

Liv's Clearing story

When the NHS saved Liv Aston’s life it inspired her to pursue a career in nursing but her hopes were halted by A level heartbreak.

11/08/21

Jimmy's Clearing Story

Jimmy's Clearing Story

Jimmy is studying Global Business Management BA (Hons) at Coventry University London after going through Clearing in 2017. With a thirst for business, Jimmy decided to...

08/07/21

Laura's Clearing Story

Laura's Clearing Story

Laura is an International Hospitality and Tourism Management BA (Hons) student at Coventry University London. After taking a gap year and travelling around the world,...

08/07/21

Joselyn's Clearing Story

Joselyn's Clearing Story

Joselyn came to study our Global Business top-up through Clearing in 2020. As she held a Higher National Diploma in business, she only had to complete one year with us...

08/07/21

Five ways I got more than a degree from Coventry University

Five ways I got more than a degree from Coventry...

History and Politics student Adam has almost finished his degree, but what else has he got out of his time at Coventry University?

21/06/21

Four tips help you choose the right student accommodation

Four tips help you choose the right student...

Decided to study with us here at Coventry? Good choice! Now, you’ll need to secure your new home away from home. Here’s our top tips to help you choose your student...

21/06/21