Located in the heart of England, we build on our region’s
heritage of innovation to provide industry-relevant, expert teaching.
- #601 Ranking
- 2 PhDs
- 1,010 Academic Staff
- 14,941 Students
- 2,391 Students (int'l)
- 8,815 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Top reasons to study here
- Centrally located, with great industry and employer links.
- We were named University of the Year at the UK Social Mobility Awards 2020.
- We have won the Guardian University Award 2020 for Social and Community Impact.
PhD Programmes
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- Doctorate Health and Social Care Practice
Business & Management (1)
- D.B.A. Business Administration
Medicine & Health (1)
- Doctorate Health and Social Care Practice
About
History
We are at the heart of a region that has a proud heritage of innovation and creativity. Strong industry links and state-of-the-art facilities mean that you will build the practical and transferable skills you need to succeed, whatever path you choose.
Research
We use our research to inspire and inform our students and collaborate on projects with partners from other universities and from industry.
Our teams are exploring topics as diverse as health and wellbeing, criminology, education, the arts and creative industries, and much more. Our researchers’ focus is on making discoveries that can be used to benefit us all. It’s research with a purpose, helping us to move forward, overcome obstacles and bring about change.
Recent projects include: exploring how to ensure greater inclusion for young people with special educational needs and disability; creating high-quality safe sound systems for outdoor events and home listening; and studies into the power of nature to improve wellbeing.
Career
The Careers and Employment Service is proud to support all of our students on their journey towards their future career. No matter what course you’ve chosen or what your previous experience is, we will provide one- to- one, tailored support, with access to services and programmes to help you reach your career goal.
This high level of support means that we are accredited to the matrix Standard, the Department for Education’s measure of high-quality careers information, advice and guidance.
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
601
2022
601 200
2021
801
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
1001
2022
1001
2021
-
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
1389
2022
-
2021
-
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
There are a range of services to help and advise you, whether you're a new student or returning to your next stage of study. College Student Centres are your starting point for any questions about your academic progress.
The Student WellbeingCentres are the place to go if you need help or advice about your health or wellbeing.
Housing services
Our award-winning halls of residence provide a real home from home during your time at University. And you have the option to live in halls every year of your studies.
There is a wide choice of accommodation in Derby so you are sure to find something that suits your needs. There are en-suite and standard rooms, as well as single, double and studio accommodation close to the University sites and the city centre
Library services
The University provides access to library resources (print and online), information technology and study space to support students in their studies. Help and advice is available throughout the year from friendly and knowledgeable staff. There are computers and printers available on every floor of the Library.
ICT services
There are computers available to students within the Library and laptops that can be borrowed. Students also have access to the Microsoft suite to support their university work. IT services are available to students that have any queries about this.
Medical services
The University of Derby has its own on-site doctor’s surgery at Kedleston Road.
Student Life
Campus life
Derby sits in the centre of England and it is close to the M1 and M6 motorways, as well as being within easy reach of East Midlands Airport. By train, students can get to London in 90 minutes or to Birmingham in 35 minutes. The Derby Campus is home to the majority of our courses and it is made up of four sites.
Kedleston Road
Our Kedleston Road site is a hub of activity with regular markets and events and great options for food and drink, as well as being our main teaching location. Expect exceptional learning environments, including NHS-standard mock hospital wards, a multi-scene Forensic Training Facility and our Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab.
Sports facilities
The University of Derby Sports Centre is open to students, staff and the wider community all year round. Students can join as a member from as little as £99 for the year, but many of the activities and facilities are also available on a pay-as-you-go basis. There is a superb fitness suite and a range of weekly classes on offer and social sport activities to enjoy, keeping students healthy and well. Other top quality facilities include: squash courts, double-sized sports hall, indoor climbing wall, external 3G pitches and two outdoor tennis courts.
Student clubs
Societies are a big part of University life; they provide students with the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded people, develop a skill or a hobby or just try something new. There are over 60 societies at Derby, ranging from Academic, Active and Performance, to Charity and Campaigns and Religious and Cultural.
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