University of Derby

University of Derby

The University of Derby is an ambitious, innovative and modern university focused on real world learning.

Awards and Rankings

• No 1 in the UK for the International Student Centre (2015 international student  barometer).
• No 1 for student support
• No 1 for graduate employment

Teaching

The university aims to provide our students with a top class international experience and help them to develop their skills to ensure they succeed in their careers. Based at one of three campuses in Derby, Buxton and Chesterfield, students can study for a foundation, undergraduate, postgraduate or research course across a wide range of subjects including Forensic Science, Music Production and Civil Engineering.  Be inspired by our teaching staff. With a wealth of industry experience, many of the lecturers still work part-time in their field so you know their skills are up to date and reflect latest developments in their area.

Industry and Employability

Employers say they want work-ready graduates and that’s why leading employers want to work with our international students. The University of Derby can help you achieve your goals. The University of Derby prides itself in securing jobs for international students in the UK. The university has strong strong links with national and international employers will help to find you work placements, internships in the UK for international students and gain valuable work experience.

Location: from small Roman fort to engineering and manufacturing giant

Located in the heart of the UK there is no better place to explore the rest of England in your free time.  Our main campus is in the city of Derby and is easy to get to by road, rail and air. London is 90 minutes away by train. Derby is home to some of the world’s greatest engineering companies such as Rolls-Royce and Toyota, making Derby the UK’s most hi-tech city. £150 million into the state-of-the-art facilities over the past 10 years.

Internationalism

As a UK University the University of Derby has welcomed over 800 international students from over 100 countries.