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4.04.13.61409 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsGreat university with a laid back atmosphere, a lovely campus and excellent faculty. They are always friendly and willing to lend a hand and the lecturers are always enjoyable.
Overall the university is good, has modern facilities and has a variety of resources to help students The nightlife is good but not the best, great for cheap drinks.
Staff are so supportive and are willing to give extra tuition if necessary. Learning a mixture of lectures/interactive/placement, so always interesting. As a mature student, I've always been made to feel part of the cohort and part of the fun :)
It is a fantastic University with connection to many industries in the midlands. therefore, if you are looking for engineering career, Derby University is the place for you.
Great uni, courses and lecturers are fun and good location with shopping center nearby. Don't know much about nightlife but I've heard Walkabout is good (less than 30 mins walk) and there's an alternative music club too (Mosh). Sainsburys Local right in the middle of halls area is convenient but prices are cheaper elsewhere - town centre is nearby. Markeaton and Brittania Mill campuses less than 10 mins walk away from halls, both campuses are great although food prices are high in cafeteria.
Very friendly and supportive. Enthusiastic about events and learning. Facilities are of plenty and very modern. Students are helpful and it's easy to settle in to the flow of the University.
A really wonderful, versatile learning environment that provides not only a service, but a lifestyle. The University campus retains a spacious, relaxed and peaceful feeling that breaches the gap for students from quieter backgrounds, and provides a deep breath of fresh air for those from busier city backgrounds. The facilities are constantly being improved and upgraded, and you only need to look around to see the effort that goes into the maintenance and running of the university. There are opportunities in every field that not only fulfill the expectations of students within their course, but beyond study and into the real world. A brilliant place to be, with the flexibility to make it the type of university you want it to be for you.
Good uni and my course is mostly well-run and enjoyable with a lot of support available. Lots of opportunities for competitions and awards during the course and good employment prospects.
Fab place to be, staff so down to earth and helpful. This was my second choice so a little disappointed on results day but now I wouldn't change anything , Derby is a great university, its small and personal, their student support is probably one of the best in the country. Loving it here.
University is really good. Trendy, modern, big library. Student accommodation is awesome. Derby itself is very safe place to live and study, no crimes at all. You won't make a mistake if you choose to study in the University of Derby.
Love this university! There is such a friendly community atmosphere and it is a great place for learning, meeting new people and enjoying the uni experience. The lecturers are great, very helpful and easy to contact. The area is great too because everything is within walking distance and there is everything that I could possibly need very close by. The halls of accommodation are great too. I prefer the smaller ones because they are generally quieter but they are definitely a great place for meeting friends.
The university is really good as the university buildings are all within walking distance and if you don't feel up to walking there's a free shuttle bus that runs to all the sites. The lecturers are friendly and willing to help. The night life is adequate to have a good time overall I've enjoyed my time so far!
As a top 50 University, Derby has the facilities, staff and career prospects to help you get ahead. The lecturers are professional and helpful, the personal tutors are always there to help. There is a study skills office for students struggling with assignments. The career department offers lot of opportunities for graduates, as well as CV checks and career advice. As an international student I received a lot of support to help me settle in and adjust. The international society is one of the most active ones in the Students Union, but there are plenty of other societies for virtually every hobby and interest. The halls are close to campus, safe and clean, and the Uni can help you find university approved student accommodation if halls is not an option. Finally, the recently opened Subway and Starbucks at the main campus are a great addition to the Uni facilities.
At the University of Derby everyone is very friendly and gets to know each other. There are great opportunities provided to help boost your CV and develop you as a person and they are willing to listen to your opinion.
Overall I thought Derby university was a great all round university to go to. I would defiantly suggest this university to go to to friends and family...........
The University of Derby is a fantastic university. When I went on the open day, I fell in love with the campuses and I knew this was the university for me. I'm now going into my second semester of my second year, and I have felt the same throughout. It was the best decision I ever made and I am so happy that I got into this university. The lecturers are on hand 24/7 and take a great interest in your work. This is especially nice as I am a photography student so its great to be able to have feedback and help around the subject.
Great teachers, lessons are applicable. Even it's a small uni, but people are really close and they are all lovely! I love my course, because it is truly a course that suits what I wanted to learn. Also getting in touch with all the latest technology helps increasing my competitiveness in music industry.
Overall, the Markeaton and Britannia campus are good however feel like less campuses when compared with the main Ketleston campus where everything seems to happen
The university isn't as large as some other universities thus making the quality of one to one teaching a lot more personal and regular, I believe this is key as part of a successful degree.
4.3
Derby unis a friendly and accessible place to study. With lectures that always put themselves out to be available and you just know you can trust that they want you to succeed. Modern and well designed buildings (specially the Britannia mill site) make studying a pleasure and the canteens always serving really nice food, all be it a bit expensive. Not a big city so not so busy, but I think that's part of derbyy charm. All together a great place to study.
Alright nightlife, not as busy as a main city but still good.
Not many, a few but not very well advertised.
Clean nice looking halls, things get fixed fast if they break.