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Presenting opportunities to study in the UK. Introduction. Richard Gatward: Principal Lecturer in Computer Science richardg@coventry.ac.uk Irene Glendinning: Academic Manager for Student Experience ireneg@coventry.ac.uk. Introduction. Study: Internationally recognized qualification - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Presenting opportunities to study in the UK
IntroductionRichard Gatward: Principal Lecturer in Computer Sciencerichardg@coventry.ac.uk
Irene Glendinning: Academic Manager for Student Experienceireneg@coventry.ac.uk
IntroductionStudy: Internationally recognized qualification Educational philosophy Postgraduate prospects Money:Costs to studyCosts of livingEarning possibilities
Social and Cultural:The life of a student in Coventry Language
City of CoventryWhere is Coventry?
Coventry UniversityFounded in 1843 18,000 students What sort of university are we?
International Profile3000 international students
100 countries worldwide
28 years of European exchange experience
What sort of students come to Coventry
Faculty of Engineering and ComputingOne of the largest technical faculties in the UK4800 Students 250 teaching staff150 support staff
Industrial connections Jaguar, Land-Rover, Aston Martin, O2 12 active research groups High student satisfaction and employment
Entry RequirementsTo enter our bachelor programmes you will require a minimum of 120 ECTS credits
You will need a suitable level of EnglishEvidence of language studied orRecommendation from a member of staff from your home institution
A bachelors degree with honours is achieved if you study and pass a further 60 ECTS credits at Coventry UniversityHow can you achieve a bachelor degree?
Study Methods
A bachelor degree with honours is completed by EU students in two partsSeptember to June Students will study 5 modules (50 ECTS credits) AugustProject Management module studied via distance learning (10 ECTS credits)
Results published in September
Graduation in November for successful studentsHow do you acquire the 60 ECTS credits?
Honours Degree, TechnicalTechnical Programmes
B.Eng. (Honours) in European Engineering Studies
B.Sc. (Honours) in Informatics
B.Eng. (Honours) in European Construction Engineering
Honours Degree, ManagementManagement Programmes
B.Sc. (Honours) in European Engineering Business Management
B.A. (Honours) in European Logistics
B.Sc. (Honours) in European Information Technology Management
General Programme
B.A. (Honours) in European Combined Studies
Post graduate progressionsEasy progression to higher degrees at CoventryM.B.A. M.Sc. M.A. Ph.D.
Work or further study in an Anglophone country(Canada, U.S. New Zealand, Australia etc.)
Return to study on the E.U. mainland
Professional employment prospects
Placement opportunitiesWhat can you do after you have completed your degree?
Leonardo da Vinci projectWork placements (6 months) post graduation in EU companies
Free language training provided (if required)
Opportunities in all EU countries eligible except country of origin and the UK
Coventry is the largest provider of Leonardo placements in the UK
Benefits: up to 1,800/month, free employability training, EUROPASS certificate,Possible job offers after placements
Study Options, MastersUK Masters degree is studied over 52 weeks (90 ECTS)
We offer taught masters degrees in the following topic areas:
Engineering Management and ManufacturingInformation Technology and ManagementComputer Science and ForensicsNetworks and CommunicationsSystems and Control EngineeringMechanical and Automotive EngineeringCivil Engineering and ConstructionAssistive Technologies
Also masters degrees by Research and PhD programmes
LanguageAll teaching in English
Study of English (as a subject/module)
Encourage involvement in social activities
What are the language requirements?
Educational philosophyLess hours in class, more guided project work and an open-research based culture
Excellent support facilities LibraryIT facilities Open Door policy
Flexible timetables individually arranged
How do we study?
Study Resources
400000 books
2500 Electronic databases
Open 08450000
7 day access
Subject specialist librarians
Bookable study resourcesLibrary
Study resources
24/7 access
Extensive professional software
Wireless access in all buildings
University residences have broadband access
CU OnlineComputing on Campus
Study resourcesOpen door tutorial policy
Staff availability and contact details published
Access not restricted during office hours (within reason)
Specialised admin support
Staff Access
Student careStudent Centre
The Student Centre offers guidance to students oncareersaccommodationfinancecourse registrationfunding issues
Open normal business hours
Employment prospectsCareers Guidance
We support our graduates throughout their career with advice and guidance on their next step
Dedicated, specialist advisorsGuidance on CV writing Job HuntingInterview technique Selecting further study
Economic considerationsCosts to study in a English University
Costs of living (in Coventry)Earning some money - Part-time jobs
Undergraduate feesTuition fee for 2010 is 1650
Undergraduate students who are non-Erasmus are liable for the tuition fee
Payment after you enrol or via instalmentsWhat will be the cost for non-Erasmus?
Costs to study, MastersMSc Approximately 3720MBA Approximately 7800
Fees can be paid in a number of instalments
Living costsOverall cost of living for students in Coventry is about 350 to 550/month
This covers the cost of:Accommodation possible through the University
Food - eating like an English student
Transport good links from Coventry to most places
Social life Coventry has a large number of students
How much does it cost to live?
Earning some money
Part-time employment:
Some jobs in bars, restaurants, supermarkets, through agencies and the University
Jobs available in the Faculty and the University
About 70% of students work part-time
Normal pay is 6 to 8 per hour
Recommendation, no more than 12 hours per week
Social and culturalStudents Union, based in 2 buildings on campus
Advice: legal, social, psychological
Commerce: for student needs
Societies: currently over 80 different activities organised
Bars and clubs:
Sports and ActivitiesSports Centre
Reasons to study abroadEnhances your C.V.
Improved understanding of cultural difference
Once in a lifetime opportunity
The best decision
Coventry University
Contact details
For further advice please contact:
admissions.ec@coventry.ac.uk
BSc (Hons) European Engineering Business Management (EEBM)This course is popular and is designed for students with a commercial background
It introduces the study subjects required for successful operation of a commercial enterprise
The 4 Mandatory modules include: Group business project Manufacturing business organisationsProject management English language
The 2 Optional modules from: Marketing, Finance, HRM, Industrial Entrepreneur, Purchasing, Logistics, International Business, etc.
BSc (Hons) European Information Technology Management (EITM)Course is intended for Management students with an background in IT
It introduces the study subjects required for successful operation of an IT company or enterprise
The 4 Mandatory modules include: Individual Information Technology project Computer Project Management Digital Technology and SocietyEnglish language.
The 2 Optional modules from: Business Info Mgmt. Strategy, M-commerce applications, Business simulation, Advanced Information Systems
BA (Hons) European LogisticsCourse is intended for Management students with a Logistics background
It introduces the study subjects required for successful operation of an IT company or enterprise
The 6 Mandatory modules include: Individual Logistics Project Global LogisticsProcurement and InventoryDistribution ManagementProject ManagementEnglish language
BEng (Hons) European Engineering StudiesCourse is taken by the majority of technology students
This allows a student to specialise in a chosen area and/or mix subject areas
1 Mandatory modulesIndividual Project
5 Optional Modules:From a range of modules including mechanical, electrical/electronic, aerospace, manufacturing management, motor sport, computing, telecommunication etc. English LanguageAll students must study (or have studied) an element of management
BSc (Hons) InformaticsCourse intended for students who wish to focus their study on computing and information systems related subjects
1 mandatory modules to include:Individual project in computing and information systems
5 Optional modules from: Knowledge and Information Management, Computer Science, Systems Engineering and Mathematical Sciences.
BEng (Hons) European Construction EngineeringCourse intended for students who wish to focus their studies on Civil and Construction subjects
1 mandatory modules to include: Individual project in Civil / Construction topic
5 Optional modules from:Building, Architectural Design, Surveying, Construction etc.All students must study (or have studied) management topicsEnglish Language
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