New to Coventry?

Everything you need to know about Your Students’ Union (SU) can be found here. For each intake, we plan a line-up of events, activities, and fairs to welcome you and help kickstart your university experience with unforgettable memories.

We also offer a range of support services to help you settle in. Whether you need advice on housing, finances, or academic issues when your course starts, our independent, confidential advice service is here to help.

Official freshers events include our Freshers Fair and Activities Fairs at the Hub. If you’re a CU Coventry student, we host events at your Mile Lane campus too!

In the meantime, there’s loads of information here that you should find helpful, no matter when you arrive.

So, what is the SU?

The SU exists to enhance your experience as a student. We're independent from the university, non-profit and we’re here right from the moment you start through to graduation with events, opportunities, advice, campaigns and more.

If you are a Coventry University Group student, you’re automatically a member of the SU. Here’s just a quick snapshot of what we offer, and how you can get involved:

We’re run by students for students. You can give feedback via Student Reps, apply to be a Rep yourself, or stand in our annual elections to lead the SU in a full or part-time officer role.

We have societies, sports clubs and volunteering opportunities so you can try something new or continue something you love while making new friends.

Our independent Advice Service provides free, confidential advice on housing, finance and academic issues as well as wider support around safety, wellbeing and sexual health.

We facilitate student communities and run campaigns for positive change, helping to ensure your university experience is inclusive, safe and supportive.

Our skills team offer opportunities to broaden your knowledge and boost your employability with workshops, digital badges, placements, and awards to recognise your involvement in extra-curricular activity.

Upcoming Events

BSL sign language being displayed Your Skills British Sign Language Club (week 6)
2nd July 1:30pm - 3pm
RC123
If you have any experience of British Sign Language, whether that be from our previous BSL Club sessions, BSL Modules, or even from day to day life - this is a great way for you to elevate your skills and learn more complex terms, words and phrases!
CU Coventry | Skills | BSL Club
Your SU Wednesday wellbeing Crafternoon - International Asteroid Day
2nd July 2pm - 4pm
Ground Flor, The Hub
Your weekly Wednesday wellbeing crafternoon is back! If you have 5 minutes to spare and want a chance to decompress, unwind and get creative with crafting, Drop in to our Wednesday session.
Coventry University (Coventry campus)
BSL sign language being displayed Your Skills BSL Club
9th July 1:30pm - 3pm
RC123
If you have any experience of British Sign Language, whether that be from our previous BSL Club sessions, BSL Modules, or even from day to day life - this is a great way for you to elevate your skills and learn more complex terms, words and phrases!
CU Coventry | Skills | BSL Club
Your SU Focus Group: Inspera Originality
9th July 2pm - 3pm
MS Teams
Be the first ones to test out a new system being introduced by the University and have your say!
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | Badge | Your Voice
Your SU Wednesday wellbeing Crafternoon - Thank You Day
9th July 2pm - 4pm
Ground Flor, The Hub
Your weekly Wednesday wellbeing crafternoon is back! If you have 5 minutes to spare and want a chance to decompress, unwind and get creative with crafting, Drop in to our Wednesday session.
Coventry University (Coventry campus)
Your SU Quiz Night - The Big Quiz of the Academic Year
11th July 6pm - 8:30pm
Square One, The Hub
Think you’ve been paying attention this year? Join us for The Big Quiz of the Academic Year – the ultimate test of your knowledge in events, news, sports, and pop culture from the past year.
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry
Your SU Lazy Sunday Cinema Club
13th July 11am - 7pm
Square One, The Hub
Join us at Square One on Sunday for Lazy Sunday Cinema Club – your escape into epic storytelling and cosy vibes.
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry
Your SU Wednesday wellbeing Crafternoon - World Chocolate Day
16th July 2pm - 4pm
Ground Flor, The Hub
Your weekly Wednesday wellbeing crafternoon is back! If you have 5 minutes to spare and want a chance to decompress, unwind and get creative with crafting, Drop in to our Wednesday session.
Coventry University (Coventry campus)
Students painting tote bags Communities Craft and chat with the Global Majority Community
17th July 2pm - 5pm
LEAF at the Library
Meet your Community Engagement Lead Nutan, Take 5 minutes to craft and chat and get a free hot drink on us.
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry | Global Majority Students | Communities
Your SU Wednesday wellbeing Crafternoon - Malala Day
23rd July 2pm - 4pm
Ground Flor, The Hub
Your weekly Wednesday wellbeing crafternoon is back! If you have 5 minutes to spare and want a chance to decompress, unwind and get creative with crafting, Drop in to our Wednesday session.
Coventry University (Coventry campus)
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Useful Guides

We can’t wait to meet you when you arrive!

Until then, there are a few things you can do…

  • Watch our welcome video
  • Follow us on Instagram @covunistudents (or @yoursu.cucov if you’re studying at CU Coventry Mile Lane)
  • Follow our WhatsApp channel and turn on notifications so you get the latest updates straight to your phone
  • Log in to the website and create your profile (or update your preferences if you’ve already logged in) so we can tailor your experience to you

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