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4.04.13.61409 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsGreat place to study as tutors have relevant knowledge on industry. I like Derby as a city, lots of things to do in the city whether partying or pubs. Collaborative projects aren’t really done which could be improved across all disciplines.
Great quality of teaching and lecturers are approachable and helpful, lots of support with academic skills and opportunities to get involved with the SU. Could have a wider variety of societies and have more activities going on, after about 3PM the campus is pretty dead.
The university has great facilities for many subjects, not just photography. Its great to know that 1 subject isn't being prioritised with specialist equipment and that a large range of subjects all have the equipment they need!
Best is halls, the people and societies, the worst is support system.
Derby uni is a wonderful place to study as it has brilliant facilities and really helps you with your next steps after completing your degree. The environment is amazing and the opportunities both in the university and in halls are extraordinary. I really recommend Derby uni to any future students.
Derby is a welcoming, friendly place that has become my new home
Wonderful staff, great facilities, affordable city
45-54 years
First gen student
Academics are so supportive and the international team are brilliant. I found Derby a little boring as I am from Auckland and its a bit quiet for me
18-24 years
First gen student
I like that Derby is a good base to travel to other parts of the UK. The campus is really modern. Library is great to find books, get your head down or meet with study groups.
Top aspects are the facilities and campus, location and approachable staff.
The best aspect is feeling like there is support available in various area such as IT services and wellbeing. Moreover, the library services are also quite good. The worst aspects were mainly Covid related issues.
18-24 years
First gen student
The main campus is cool! I enjoy being there, althought it can get a bit packed at times and it's hard to find an area to sit in.
An amazing institute to learn not only what you want to peruse but so many other transferable skills such as team work and public speaking. The staff in nothing but kind and caring as well as having so much experience within their fields
A very welcoming, community feel. They work hard to support students with their future careers, and even offer work through their own on campus employment agency. Many societies to choose from, with regular events happening!
18-24 years
First gen student
The University of Derby is a great place to study as the lecturers and support staff are so friendly and helpful. The campus itself has lots going on to get involved with and lots of places to meet up with friends over a coffee or some food. The library has lots of study spaces and books to help with my assignments. And I like that it's so close to the city centre.
No thanks
Derby university is focused on academics and less of practical. It should be the other way round. I did not have the best experience and anyone wanting to apply should rethink their decision.
18-24 years
First gen student
The people and the diversity and it’s not just one age group there’s different age groups and just people who can really teach you some good and honest life lessons
45-54 years
Derby is a great place to study, its a popular University but not over populated. The tutors are always pushing us to do our best when we are feeling pressured about our studies. They are very supportive in times of stress and very helpful getting us to think outside the box.
4.3
Good facilities, staff are very accommodating
covers a wide range of subjects, very well covered