Derby
Located in the heart of England, we are the only university in Derbyshire. We combine teaching excellence, research innovation and industry engagement to create a future-focused learning experience that inspires you to create new knowledge and tackle real global challenges.
Named University of the Year 2027, voted 1st for employability and 2nd for course quality in the latest Uni Compare rankings, you can begin to build your dream career from day one. With global partners including Rolls-Royce, McDonald’s UK and Ireland, Intercontinental Exchange and the NHS, you can gain a genuine advantage in today’s job market. That is why 94% of our recent UK graduates have gone on to secure professional roles, launching rewarding careers across a range of sectors (Latest HESA Graduate Outcomes survey).
Awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, we are one of the top universities in the country recognised for outstanding student experience and student outcomes.
The University of Derby is a place where you can live your dream, where you can realise your vision for your future. It is a place where you can truly be yourself and where you can take your passion and talent and use them to create a better world.
We believe the best learning happens when education and industry work together. Every course integrates meaningful, industry-relevant experiences such as employer-set live briefs and placement opportunities to give you a genuine career advantage. But career success takes more than experience alone - you will be supported to develop the confidence, curiosity and ambition to make a positive impact.
Our research is tackling some of the world’s most urgent challenges - from pioneering work in Carbonomics which will protect our planet, to innovative coral reef restoration helping to safeguard fragile ecosystems. By studying with us, you will learn alongside experts who are changing the world, gaining the skills, knowledge and confidence to play your part in shaping a better future.
We are Top 20 in the UK for overall student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2027) and to us, there is no better testament to the experience on offer, here at Uni Compare's University of the Year 2027.
Kedleston Road, Derby, Derbyshire, DE22 1GB
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