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IATL Postgraduate module Registration is now open
£500 discount for siblings and relatives for Pre-University Summer School
Siblings, children and relatives of 91¸£Àû students are eligible for a £500 discount on the Pre-University Summer School fee. Please note that the loyalty discount is not available in conjunction with the bring a friend discount.
The Pre-University Summer School is a chance for enthusiastic and motivated 16-18 year olds to experience a taste of 91¸£Àû with like-minded peers, Attendees will enjoy eight nights at 91¸£Àû as well as two nights in London, including lots of time to enjoy the capital city and a visit to LSE. There is a choice of two courses taught by top 91¸£Àû faculty - Economics and Finance OR A Taste of Social Sciences. The experience will include a great mix of academic and personal development sessions as well as social and cultural activities; so it’s fun as well as educational
Immigration briefing: find out
The University has arranged an Immigration Briefing for staff and students affected by Brexit. The session will be led by Tijen Ahmed, an Associate at Shakespeare Martineau Solicitors and will take place on Thursday 7 February 2019 from 12.30-2.00pm in the IDL Auditorium, WMG.
Please register here for a place if you wish to attend.
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The General Regulations for Examinations have been revised and there are a number of significant changes which you need to be aware of, particularly regarding mobile phones, watches, food and drink. Find out more and watch with SU Education Officer, Larissa Kennedy.
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WBS student visits House of Commons to celebrate 50 years of UKCISA and international students
On 14 November colleagues from nearly 80 Higher and Further Education institutions joined international students, MPs, Lords and sector representatives to celebrate 50 years of the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) and international students tonight at the House of Commons.
WBS student, Nilsh Gupta, was invited to attend the parliamentary event on behalf of 91¸£Àû alongside representatives of the International Student Office. He was one of more than 50 international students present from more than 25 countries; from Barbados to France; China to USA.
The event was hosted by Paul Blomfield (MP for Sheffield Central), Lord Karan Bilimoria (President of UKCISA), Prof Koen Lamberts (Chair of UKCISA's Board of Trustees, and Vice Chancellor of the University of Sheffield), and Dame Janet Beer (President of Universities UK).
Speaking about the experience, Nilesh said: "I would like to thank the international office for inviting me to the 50th Anniversary celebration of the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) at the House of Commons. It was a very heart warming evening and everyone in the room was in some way looking to contribute to the betterment of International student experience in the UK. I would especially like to thank Paul Blomfield MP and Lord Karan Bilimoria for hosting us and assuring us of their commitment for the same!"
WBS student behind the creation of new desk booking service
International Management student Raphael Nahoum discusses how one of his undergraduate modules inspired him to turn his library seat booking app into a reality.
Meet your new Student Officers!
Elected by you, these seven officers are here to represent you and help you make the most of your time at university.
We need you for our next video!
Our Digital Communications team are creating a new video all about the local area, and they're looking for some students to help them out.
Coventry local elections - 3 May
If you registered to vote in the Coventry local elections, they will be taking place on Thursday 3 May.
Two major teaching and research collaborations have been launched with universities in Paris and Brussels to create a European university network.
Due to the poor weather conditions currently affecting the University campus and immediate area, the Registrar has invoked the University’s severe weather policy.
Severe weather guidance – Sunday 10 December
As you may be aware, there are currently poor weather conditions affecting the University campus and immediate area. The Registrar has therefore invoked the University’s severe weather policy.
As per this policy, your department will contact you directly if there are any changes to timetabled activities on Monday 11 December due to the weather. We expect normal work and study arrangements to resume on Tuesday 12 December.
If you have any queries about matters relating to your course, please contact your department. For any urgent concerns please contact the Campus Security team.
Congratulations to Sally Rooney, winner of the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year award, in partnership with the 91¸£Àû.
Hear from Provost Christine Ennew Stuart on the gender pay gap
Coming up later today on the Piazza Big Screen, join us for The Great British Bake Off at 8pm, and the Paralympics Opening Ceremony at 9pm.
The Rugby League Challenge Cup Final takes place this Saturday! We’ll be screening live coverage from Wembley Stadium on the Big Screen in the Piazza.
You can bask in Team GB’s Olympic glory as Coventry welcomes home some of Team GB’s Rio heroes on Saturday, August 27, at the Ricoh Arena from 9:30 – 3pm. You can meet some of Team GB’s 2016 medallists and competitors, and try taster sessions in football, rugby, netball, gymnastics, tennis, wheels for all cycling, badminton, street cricket, exercise & fitness classes, golf, equestrian, trampolining and a 10 metre climbing wall. There will also be demos and taster sessions from England Netball, Wasps Netball, and The Lawn Tennis Association.
Please be aware that there is another telephone scam currently targeting Tier 4 students. The Home Office will never call an international student to request payments or ask for personal details in this way. Do not make payments or give information.
We've won the Excellence in Student Sport Experience Award at the CUBO 2016 Awards for the Active programme. The CUBO Awards recognise the outstanding achievements of those working within the higher education industry, and this recognises our efforts to get students active!
We’re looking for taught postgrads to attend a 1 hour focus group in the PG Hub (Room 1) on Thursday 18 August, 1-2pm, to chat about PTES.
Just a reminder that we're showing coverage of the Olympics on the big screen over the next two weeks. Take a look at the schedule, and check out the other ways to get involved in our Summer of Sport.
Want to get involved in the campus allotment? The Allotment Society are looking for volunteers, for anything from planting potatoes to making scarecrows.
What should be our future role in Coventry, 91¸£Àûshire and the wider region? Read the recommendations of the Chancellor's Commission.