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4.04.13.61409 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsI really enjoy making friends at university and one of the aspects I appreciate the most is the small class sizes. In these settings, it feels much easier to contribute to discussions and engage with the material. This enhances my learning and the combination of small classes and the opportunity to meet new people has made my university experience incredibly fulfilling. The only thing I would improve is more choices for lunches that also cater to a Halal diet.
I live how diverse the university is. It is filled with all different types of people with different back stories and experiences. I also love the food. I so wish the subway had halal meat thought. I also love my course. We talk more freely instead of putting hands up. The lecture doesn't treat us like a everything is black and white. We get a chance to express ourselves and share our story. We get a chance to learn from each other and debate with each other too.
Large open space, many areas for study, lots of opportunities.
The faculties are clean and we have access to loads of scientific equipment.
I really like how welcoming everybody is, as well as how much information the tutors give us about our assignments and upcoming lessons. It is quite laid back and easy to keep on top of, with the thrill of being challenged.
If you're looking for an amazing campus with everything you could need, accommodation on site etc I would look elsewhere. However, the uni is amazing for those who like a city based uni and that uni gives you chance to explore a new area rather than being on a campus. Academia-wise, the facilities, buildings, support etc is amazing and it has a really homely feel.
25-34 years
The best aspects of Derby Uni are that there is so much space in the atrium and just the whole place, the accessible places, the tutors, and making friends. However, I feel that the management of the foundation course could be better due to situations that could have been avoided and students that don't take courses seriously.
It is a great place to study. The lecturers are helpful, and the location is good.
Honestly UOD has a lot going for it great facilities, supportive lecturers, and a real focus on practical learning. The campus feels modern, and the staff genuinely seem to care about student success. But when it comes to the ACS, there’s definitely room for improvement.
Great facilities to help with getting ready to go on clinical placement, also great teaching.
I just love it here
Great fashion studios.
Lovely welcoming University, so so helpful with every need!
Good.
It is amazing studying here. In my opinion best thing is teaching method and worst thing is University timing.
Communities and clubs. Isolation in in study weeks.
The atmosphere of Uni and the support from the lecturers.
Good.
The student union could do more nights out for students.
4.3
Student life around the city often revolves around clubbing and the night life, unfortunately for students like myself who don’t drink or enjoy such environments it can be a struggle to fit in, we don’t feel comfortable in most societies due to the pressures of having to partake in uncomfortable activities.
There is a severe lack of female toilets in my building (friar gate- law and social science building). On the main floor there is only male, disabled and gender neutral toilets, me and other women do not feel comfortable using these facilities. On a positive note, my course content is very interesting and interactive for all students on my modules, my lectures and polite and well educated and always offer support when needed.
Extremely overpriced, location has never felt safe do to gang activity in local neighbourhoods, constant noise in streets outside accommodation. No access to common room for entirety of stay.