Coventry University
West Midlands, England
How much do Coventry University graduates earn by subject?
Coventry University graduates earn a median salary of £31,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Architecture, building and planning at £41,600, while Performing arts graduates earn £24,500.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture, building and planning | £30,000 | £30,000 | £43,500 |
| Engineering | £30,000 | £30,500 | £37,000 |
| Computing | £30,000 | £28,000 | £35,000 |
| Economics | £30,000 | £22,500 | £28,000 |
| Politics | £25,000 | £21,000 | £26,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | £31,000 | £25,500 | £31,000 |
| Medical sciences | £28,000 | £29,500 | £32,500 |
| Business and management | £28,000 | £26,000 | £32,000 |
| Allied health | £25,250 | £25,500 | £31,000 |
| Languages and area studies | £25,000 | - | £32,100 |
| Biosciences | £23,000 | £22,500 | £28,500 |
| Psychology | £24,000 | £23,500 | £27,500 |
| Creative arts and design | £24,000 | £22,000 | £27,500 |
| Health and social care | £28,500 | £27,500 | £31,000 |
| Performing arts | £25,000 | £24,500 | £30,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is Coventry University?
In 2024, Coventry University received 48,670 applications and accepted 9,140 students, giving an acceptance rate of 18.8%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £16,600 to £19,800 per year in tuition at Coventry University.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at Coventry University?
85% of Coventry University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 26 subjects with median salaries ranging from £24,500 to £41,600. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture, building and planning | 82% | £41,600 |
| Engineering | 86.9% | £40,900 |
| Computing | 88.4% | £38,000 |
| Economics | 92% | £37,600 |
| Politics | 66.2% | £34,100 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 93.4% | £33,900 |
| Mathematical sciences | 83.8% | £33,200 |
| Medical sciences | 89% | £32,800 |
| Materials and technology | 83% | £32,800 |
| Business and management | 84% | £32,500 |
| Allied health | 91.4% | £32,100 |
| Languages and area studies | 87.1% | £32,100 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 89.2% | £31,900 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 87.2% | £29,600 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 84.8% | £29,600 |
| English studies | 88% | £29,200 |
| Biosciences | 74.7% | £28,800 |
| Psychology | 89% | £27,700 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 89.9% | £27,400 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 87% | £27,400 |
| History and archaeology | 75.4% | £27,200 |
| Creative arts and design | 88.2% | £26,600 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 83.3% | £26,300 |
| Law | 85.2% | £25,900 |
| Health and social care | 85.6% | £25,200 |
| Performing arts | 80% | £24,500 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Architecture, building and planning £41,600
- 2 Engineering £40,900
- 3 Computing £38,000
- 4 Economics £37,600
- 5 Politics £34,100
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Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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