Did you know? Your Coventry main campus has a medical centre just for you. Read on for three key reasons why you should register with them, plus links to further information on the NHS and GP services for students not based in Coventry.
1. Your GP is just for you.
The Coventry University Medical Centre is here to help students. Registering with them will give you access to your very own student-dedicated GP plus a host of other medical services who are used to supporting students specifically. With a great service and minimal waiting times, the medical centre is located right on campus, meaning it couldn’t be easier to access during a busy day of lectures. You’ll find it on the second floor of The Hub, via the Jordan Well entrance directly opposite the Richard Crossman building.
2. Your GP service is free.
University medical services, including having a registered GP, are completely free at point of use for all students. International students will just need to make sure that they’ve paid the International Healthcare Surcharge as part of their visa application. Registering with the Uni medical centre = access to free healthcare whenever you need it. What have you got to lose?
3. Your future self will thank you.
You may be wondering ‘why should I register with the Uni medical centre when I’m not even sick yet?”. The answer is simple. At Uni, your health is your priority, it affects everything you do. So when you’re feeling unwell you will want to get help to feel better as soon as possible. The only way you will be able to do this is to register with your Uni medical centre before you get sick. You will then have instant access to appointments with people who can help you as soon as you need it. Registration is simple, with one quick registration form to fill in. But lets face it, who wants to be filling out forms when they’re not feeling well? So what are you waiting for? Be prepared and register today to be able to take full advantage of this amazing service.
Still have questions? Find out everything you need to know about the NHS and its services on our The NHS Explained page – including how to register with your local GP if you are not based in Coventry.