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!

We’ll update this page with dates of specific Freshers events for the next intake soon. 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.

Events

Students painting tote bags Societies: Coventry Society Activity Planning Workshop
11th October 10am - 11am
AS120C
Join the Activities Engagement Coordinators Talking about all things Society Events, How to make the most of planning, Hosting, Success measures and more.
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | Societies | Badge
Students posing with Your Students' Union frame Communities BHM SU Takeover
11th October 12:30pm - 2:30pm
CU Coventry, Mile Lane Campus Foyer
Find out a bit more about Black history month and opportunities you can get involved in, Meet your Global Majority Community Engagement Lead, and take part in short quizzes to win some freebies.
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry | Global Majority Students
Your SU Young, Wild & Three
11th October 11pm - 3:30am
147 Nightclub, Far Gosford Street, Coventry
Your Students' Unions recommend Friday night pick is the fantastic value all-new Fridays at 147 Nightclub on Far Gosford Street; Young, Wild n' Three!
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry
Your SU: CU Coventry CU Coventry: Halloween Chillout
15th October 12:30pm - 2:30pm
North Atrium, 8 Mile Lane, Coventry CV1 2TU
Join us for a spooktacular afternoon of relaxation and creativity at our Halloween Chillout and Mindfulness Afternoon!
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry
Your SU Turnt Up
15th October 11pm - 17th October 6am
Glamorous
Your Students' Union's weekly student night, we've partnered with Glamorous to be your official destination every Tuesday night!
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry | Welcome | Societies | Sports
Your SU Now you are enrolled... what next?
16th October noon - 4pm
GEG31, George Eliot Building
This event is split into two sessions to provide essential guidance for a successful semester: Support and Tips (12:00 - 14:15) and Journey and Skills (14:00 - 16:00). You can book tickets for both or for either session.
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry | Welcome | International Students | Societies | Postgraduate Students | Your Voice | Focus Group and Roundtable
Your SU Get Social
16th October 9pm - 3am
The Phoenix
Your Students' Union's weekly student night, we've partnered with The Phoenix to be the official destination for your student group socials every Wednesday!
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry | Welcome | Societies | Sports
A member of Dominos staff advertising a free slice of pizza! Your SU Re-Freshers Fair
17th October 10am - 3pm
The Hub
Come to The Hub for free pizza and exclusive student only discounts from some huge brands!
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry
Your SU: CU Coventry CU Coventry: Halloween Chillout
17th October 12:30pm - 2:30pm
North Atrium, 8 Mile Lane, Coventry CV1 2TU
Join us for a spooktacular afternoon of relaxation and creativity at our Halloween Chillout and Mindfulness Afternoon!
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | CU Coventry
Students posing with Your Students' Union frame Communities BHM SU Takeover
18th October 11am - 1pm
SU Welcome desk area, 1st Floor, The Hub
Find out a bit more about Black history month and opportunities you can get involved in, Meet your Global Majority Community Engagement Lead, and take part in short quizzes to win some freebies.
Coventry University (Coventry campus) | Global Majority Students
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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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