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Coventry University

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Coventry – The History

• Established by Anglo-Saxons

• The city rose to prominence as a

central hub for trade during

medieval times

• Early 20th Century Coventry was a

major manufacturing centre, and

the centre of Britain’s car industry

and it was the birthplace of mass

produced bicycles!

• Industry became vital during

WWII

• The city is now twinned with

Dresden, and has been a part of

a number of peach and

reconciliation initiatives

Coventry – The City

• Historic Cathedral Quarter located right next to the University

• £33 million Skydome complex including an ice rink; home to Coventry Blaze, a multiplex cinema, bars, clubs…

• 32,000 seat Ricoh Arena, home to Coventry City Football Club and London Wasps Rugby Union team. The arena also hosts concerts and other events

• Close to Shakespeare’s

Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and the castles of Kenilworth and Warwick

• Situated in the heart of the Midlands– Birmingham is 20 minutes away by

train.

– London is 1 hour away

– Manchester is 2 hours away

– Liverpool is 3 hours away (by train)

So what about the University?

Mission Statement:

“We aspire to be a dynamic, global, enterprising university.

We will work in partnership with external organisations

through our research and engage our students as partners

in a community of learning.”

The University

Modern University

We are a forward-looking, modern university with a proud

tradition as a provider of high quality education and a focus

on applied research.

Coventry University has a long tradition as a provider of

education. Our roots go as far back as Coventry College of

Design in 1843.

24,000 students, with over 6,000 international and EU students.

Modern and purpose built site – 75 acres within the city centre.

The University of Choice

Leicester

Sheffield

York

Norwich

Birmingham

Cardiff

Manchester

Liverpool

LONDON

Exeter

Birmingham

International Airport is

only 15 minutes away

from Campus by train

Coventry Campus in the

Centre of the UK

Scarborough Campus in the

North of the UK

London Campus in Central

London

Easy to reach other vibrant

multicultural cities

• Languages Centre

• £5 million Student Centre and Graduate Centre

• £16million Award-Winning Lanchester Library

• Dedicated Graduate and Continuing Professional Development Centre

• New high-tech Engineering and Computing Faculty Building

• Student Social Learning Space and Royal Institute of British Architects Awarded building “The HUB”

• £4 million Sports Centre

• Square One 3D Cinema and Multi Purpose Venue

• Wire-Less Smart Campus

World Class Facilities Available

This modern and striking building houses

the main University library, and was

completed in 2001.

It has been named after the Coventry

based designer of the first British petrol-

driven car. With a number of different

study zones across 5 floors, it provides

an invaluable central study and

resource space for staff and students.

It is equipped with over 350 computers,

group and individual study rooms,

books, journals, and electronic

resources.

Frederick Lanchester Library

This modern and striking building houses

the centre for environment engineering

and computing

The EC building is one of the

centrepieces for Coventry University as

we move towards a green, sustainable

University.

It is equipped with over 350 computers,

group and individual study rooms, and

a multitude of electronic resources.

Graduates from Engineering go on to a

multitude of careers in the motorsport

industry

EC Building

The HUB

The HUB is a central base for students to study,

socialise, meet new people and access a wide

range of support services.

Here, you will find:

• The Health and Wellbeing Centre

• Medical Centre

• The Institute of Applied Entrepreneurship

• Students’ Union

• Sports Clubs, Societies, Advice Centre, Course Reps and

more

• Thefutureworks; Coventry University’s own student employment

bureau

• Convenience store and catering services

• SQUARE ONE 3D Cinema and Multi-Purpose Venue

Won a prestigious award from the Royal Institute

of British Architects (RIBA) at the annual regional awards.

Designed by London-based architects Hawkins\Brown, The HUB won the Architecture West Midlands Award in recognition of its architectural excellence in 2012.

Post graduate study

The Courses:International Law LL.MInternational Business Law LL.MLaw LL.MOil, Gas and Energy Law LL.M

Law LL.MIf you choose this course you could benefit from:an in-depth understanding and analysis of international law through the study of a range of contemporary modules in areas such as public international law, international human rights law and international business;

extensive guidance on research, study and writing skills together with research design and methods, in preparation for writing assessments and researching and submitting your dissertation; a range of contemporary international law modules to allow specialism in international diplomatic relations, human rights law, business law, corporate governance and environmental law;

the study of legal subjects and research and academic skills alongside home and EU students and a wide range of international students, thus gaining a rewarding and varied academic and personal experience.

International Law LLM

International law regulates almost every aspect of state law and practice, whether in business, human rights or the environment, and also regulates the relationship between different states and governments.

If you choose this course you could benefit from:

an in-depth understanding and analysis of international law through the study of a range of contemporary modules in areas such as public international law, corporate governance, environmental law and international human rights law;

extensive guidance on research, study and writing skills together with research design and methods, in preparation for writing assessments and researching and submitting your dissertation;the study of a range of contemporary international law modules to allow specialism in international diplomatic relations, human rights law, corporate governance and environmental law;

the study of legal subjects and research and academic skills alongside home and EU students and a wide range of international students, thus gaining a rewarding and varied academic and personal experience.

International Business LawInternational business and business law has an impact on all manner of companies who need to adjust to the demands of global trade. International Business Law embraces the legal framework and environment in which transnational business is conducted, providing an opportunity to learn the principles of that framework and the specific laws and regulations pertaining to areas such as international sales, intellectual property and corporate governance.

Courses are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect new developments and the requirements of the profession, together with the needs of industry and new legislative and other changes. The mandatory modules on the programme provide basic research skills and methodology and tuition in the core substantive legal areas:

Research Skills, Research Design, Dissertation, International Business Law, International Trade Law, International Corporate Governance

International Environmental Law, International Corporate Crime, International Competition Law and Practice, Optional modules are generally studied in semester 2, although it is possible to study some in semester 1.

Oil, Gas and Energy Law LL.MThe Oil, Gas and Energy Law LLM is one of a portfolio of degrees offered by Coventry Law School. It seeks to develop industry professionals working within the energy sector who are looking to gain a deeper understanding of the wider legal issues surrounding the oil, gas and energy sectors, and those who wish to enter the sector.

• Offering an international student experience,• The opportunity to undertake an internship

The LLM will take into account the dynamic nature of the energy industry, as signposted in the Contemporary Issues in Oil and Gas module. Specifically the LLM incorporates mandatory modules on Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility within the energy sector, Furthermore with the opportunity to gain a Chartered Management Institute award (CMI). As part of their studies, students will be given the opportunity to complete a dissertation in an approved related topic, or to undertake an internship (subject to competitive application) with a host organisation within the energy industry. Both the dissertation and internship will be facilitated by training in research skills and research methods.

Accommodation

Any questions? Direct them to Aaron Cooper

ab8918@Coventry.ac.uk

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We hope to see you soon!