The University of Derby gained university status in 1992, but its experience in education dates back to 1851. The university offers high-quality education that is relevant to today's world and guarantees students solid preparation for a successful career. It emphasizes practical work, and many programs include a compulsory work placement. 96.7% of graduates go on to work or further study. In 2011 the University of Derby received The Higher Education award for "Outstanding Contribution to the Local Community" - it supports local businesses and industry through its new multimillion-pound research center for engineering and manufacturing. Overall, 75% of the university's research is considered "internationally significant", for example in reducing the costs of cancer treatment and the latest cloud computing technologies. The University of Derby is ranked 94th in the UK and is home to 16,000 students.
The city of Derby, where the university is located, is the most central city in the UK. It is considered the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution and is home to the world's first factory - Lombe's Mill. Thanks to its central location, the city became the center of the British railway industry. Today it is home to the world's second largest aircraft engine manufacturer - Rolls-Royce - as well as the only remaining train manufacturer in the UK. One of the city's greatest cultural landmarks is the tower of Derby Cathedral, which is 64 meters tall. Derby has everything a student could need, whatever their interests - museums, cinemas, theaters, music festivals, clubs, bars and much more. The Sunday Times named it the cheapest city to live in in the UK in 2011.
Main programs and majors(For a detailed list, ask one of our advisors)
- Accounting and Finance
- American Studies
- Animation
- Applied Social and Community Studies
- Architecture and Built Environemtn
- Art and Design
- Asphalt & Pavements
- Becoming a Teacher
- Biological Sciences
- Business and Management
- Civil Engineering
- Coaching
- Commercial Photography
- Computing
- CPD in Education
- Creative Writing
- Criminology
- Early years
- Education Studies
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Emotional Intelligence
- Engineering
- English
- Environmental Studies
- Estimating
- Events Management
- Fashion
- Film and Television
- Film and Video
- Fine Art
- Forensic Sciences
- Geography
- Geology
- Graphic Design
- Health & Social Care
- History
- Hospitality and Culinary Arts
- Human Resource Management
- Humanities
- Illustration
- Law
- Leadership
- Management and Leadership
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
- Media
- Mental Health and Therapeutic Practice
- Minerals
- Motorsport
- Music
- Music and Media Technology
- Nursing and Healthcare Practice
- Occupational Therapy
- Outdoor Recreating
- Photography
- Product Design
- Project Management
- Psychology
- Purchasing and Supply
- Quarrying and Asphalt
- Radiography
- Social Care
- Social Science
- Spa
- Sports
- Sports and Exercise
- Team Building
- Textiles
- Theatre
- Travel and Tourism
Key information
Duration of study:
2-4 years for Bachelor's programs
1-2 years for Master's programs
Academic year:
2 semesters - September and January
Start of the year:
September and January (for some Bachelor's and Master's programs)
Admission deadline:
January 15 is the recommended deadline for most majors. The final cutoff is June 30, but those applications will not be given priority.
March 24 for art and design.
There is no deadline for Master's and PhD/doctoral programs, but the university advises applying as early as possible. For PhD/doctoral programs you can apply from mid-August to mid-September, in the first 2 weeks of January and in the first 2 weeks of April.
Admission requirements:
Applicants with a high school diploma with a GPA of at least 5.0 will be considered. Master's admission requires a Bachelor's degree.
IELTS
For Bachelor's and Master's programs - 6.0. For PhD/doctoral programs - 7.0.
Cambridge English: Advanced/Proficiency
For Bachelor's and Master's programs - B2.
Scholarships and loans
The tuition fee for Bachelor's programs is between £8,500 and £9,000. The UK government provides student loans with favorable repayment terms. Students only start repaying the loan once they earn an annual salary of more than £21,000. For more information, ask one of our advisors.
Master's programs range from £2,000 to £10,000, depending on the major. Getting a loan for them is more difficult, but not impossible.
Accommodation:
University residence halls cost between £3,366 and £6,061 per year, depending on the hall and room type. Private accommodation in the city costs £54-£115 per week.