The ultimate guide to a Coventry University Open Day

Welcome to Coventry University

Join us on campus for an immersive Open Day experience. This guide will help you plan your time so you can make the most of your day.

If you haven’t already, book your place at our Open Day.

Top tips for your Open Day

We've put together some top tips to help you plan ahead of the event.

1. Prepare for your visit - You may want to bring with you a family member, guardian, or friend for support; it's always good to get a second opinion. You could also make a list of any key facilities you'd like to see during the Open Day - you can view our virtual tour before your visit to get an idea of some facilities to add to your list.
2. Attend a course exploration session - Talk to our tutors, student ambassadors and see our facilities.
3. Have some questions? Open Days are a great opportunity to quiz university staff and students – our student ambassadors will be able to answer questions about student life and accommodation options. Make a list beforehand to ensure you don’t forget to ask any important questions. Don't forget to visit the event help desk in The Hub who can provide any extra information you need on the day.
4. Enjoy a free lunch - Redeem you and your guests' lunch vouchers and check out our student catering provision at the same time.
5. Follow us on social media and share your experience using #RiseUp.
6. Finally, have fun and enjoy your visit!

Getting here

By rail

Take our free shuttle bus to campus from Coventry train station Warwick Road exit (Transport Interchange). The last shuttle bus returns at 4pm.

Or if you prefer to get a feel for the city, it’s just a 20-minute walk. Our ambassadors at the train station can help you with directions so look out for them.

By bus

Arriving at the central Pool Meadow bus and coach station? It’s just a short walk up Priory Street to campus.

Explore the map.

By road

You should pick up the yellow AA signs on the main routes into the city. Follow the signs to one of the two visitor car parks. Parking is free of charge on a first come, first served basis. 

Car park 1: Coventry University multi-storey car park, Gosford Street, Coventry, CV1 5DL.

• limited EV charging spaces
• disabled spaces.

Car park 2: Techno Centre, Coventry University Technology Park, Puma Way, Coventry, CV1 2TT.

Please note that the car parks under the flyover on either side of Gosford Street are Coventry city council car parks and parking in these is chargeable.  

Check-in

Location: Delia Derbyshire building, CV1 5PH

Time: Between 9am and 10am.

Just show the QR code that was sent to you by email. Don’t worry if you forget it on the day, we can still check you in.

You’ll receive a visitor guide, a campus map and a lunch voucher. Free lunch is available to all pre-application open day visitors between 11:30am and 2pm.

After check-in, head to The Hub to explore the Information Fair.

Open Day at a glance

Course exploration sessions

Details on specific course times and locations:

Please use the course search function to find your course of interest and the time and location of the session.

 

Location

 

Course session

 

Tutor drop-in

 

 

Got a session in the Sir Frank Whittle Building? Student ambassadors will guide you from The Hub steps on Jordan Well at 9:45am and 1:45pm.

Campus and accommodation tours

Campus tours

Starting at 9am from The Hub’s main entrance, these guided tours explore key areas on campus including The Hub, the Sports and Recreation Centre and the Lanchester Library.

Explore our campus.

Accommodation tours

Available on foot or by minibus, explore Coventry University-owned halls, including Bishop Gate, Godiva Place and The Cycle Works.

To join a tour, make your way to the far end of The Hub (ground floor), head for Square One and you will see the accommodation tour stand.

Explore our accommodation.

Information fair

Location: Ground floor, The Hub 9am - 4pm

Our Open Day Information Fair is arranged into three distinct areas, as outlined below. 

Application Zone – Square One venue, for help and advice related to applying to study at university.

• Admissions advice
• Fees and funding advice
• Postgraduate study

Student Support Zone – Square One venue, for information on the wide array of services we provide for our students.

• Academic support
• Careers and employability support
• Customer services
• Phoenix +
• Protection Services
• Student wellbeing

Student Life Zone – The Hub ground floor, to let you find out more about the social side of studying at Coventry, with a few games, just for fun.

• Accommodation tours
• Commuter students
• Sport Coventry
• Student accommodation
• Sustainability
• Your SU

Food and drink options

Enjoy a free lunch on us with your voucher, redeemable from 11:30am - 2pm at participating on-campus food outlets:

• Kitchen at the Courtyard (The Hub, ground floor) – 8:30am-2:30pm
• Food Court (The Hub, first floor) – 11am-2:30pm
• Union Streat Café, Alison Gingell Building – 9am-2pm
• Grind ‘n’ Grain, Sir Frank Whittle Building – 9am-3pm
• Leaf, Lanchester Library – 9am-2pm
• Fare, Richard Crossman Building – 9am-2pm
• Big Chef, Starley Gardens – 9am-2pm
• Fare, Delia Derbyshire Building - 9am -2pm

Our Food Court on the first floor of The Hub offers multiple hot food outlets serving world cuisine, pizza, pasta and burgers. There is also ample seating. To access, make your way up the stairs or use the lifts.

Please note that before 11:30am and after 2pm, drinks and food are charged for as normal (unless stated).

Explore the city

Coventry’s city centre is just a short walk away, offering a range of shops and dining options including Cosy Club, Turtle Bay, Five Guys and independent cafés and restaurants.

Looking for more to explore? Check out popular sites like The Herbert Art Gallery and Museum and Coventry Transport Museum or head to the Cathedral Quarter for a taste of Coventry’s rich heritage.

Check out some of our favourite places in this blog.

Thank you for joining us for our Open Day - we can't wait to meet you.