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4.04.13.61409 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsI have received a lot of support from the uni and my lecturers. I honestly couldn’t imagine studying anywhere else. I have had lots of struggles over the last 3 years but the uni has been very supportive and helpful. The library is my favourite place on campus (kedelston) as it has 3 noise levels and places you can hire out for up to 3 hours so that I can really be focused on work or use the individual seating pods for a more relaxed study session. There are plenty of food options however I have noticed that the main canteen closes quite early (around 2pm) which could be better improved for those working later. But that is mainly the only criticism. I like that we get free transport from derby centre to uni and to and from other campuses. There is also n on-site doctors surgery and well-being services which can be accessed by any student but are especially helpful for those in halls. Although I chose to commute I don’t mind at all as it help me be more awake and ready for lectures.
Derby is a good university! Student life is very good with the student union taking a more active role in student night out in 2022/23. When COVID-19 hit, Derby was one of the few universities that allowed students to forfeit the last payment for accommodation in 2020 as well as carrying this on for the 2020/21 academic year when lockdowns 2 and 3 occurred. Welfare is okay to an extent but is highly subscribed so can be difficult to get help. The union can be helpful and will listen to any concerns as it is run by previous students. Overall Derby is a great uni and I would highly recommend it to everyone!!
Overall good location. Markeaton Campus should definitely be more relevant in open days though.
The university truly has a great atmosphere with good social spaces being available. The lecturers, who are amazing and friendly, are very helpful with our problems and I find the coursework provided by them very interesting. The library has great facilities with a lot of space to study and find books of your interest. I can find myself spending my whole day in the library and not feeling exhausted because of the quiet and calm atmosphere inside. The food shops inside are great with good deals for students in the student shop, but we could do with more variety of food joints. The sports facilities are top tier and I love spending my time in the gym as it's very clean and has all the equipment you would need. I would suggest the addition of social rooms where people could come together to play some table games or video games, as there is a lack of activities to do with a group in the whole area. The distance between the campuses gives me a great opportunity to get some steps in as I would typically be sitting all day, and if you don't like walking there is always the option of using the university bus (which is free of charge!). The class timetables could be improved as many of my classmates have complained about the evening class schedules. For example, I have a class at 5pm for an hour of math quiz, and I have to travel from a long way just for that. So maybe a better integration of class timings would be great. The costs of living in Derby are very reasonable so I would highly suggest coming over here compared to other spots. In conclusion, I am very happy with my decision to study in Derby as I have been having a good experience so far.
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Quality of my degree course, content and delivery of lectures, supporting resources and overall welcome has been second to none. I truly feel part of a learning community. In addition, when I needed support, the support I have been given has been exemplary As a commuter student, commuting is the only part of the whole experience which is not altogether positive and enjoyable. No other negative to mention.
Its a great place to meet new people and socialise and network
I have been at the university for 4 years now, and I have to say that even during the Pandemic the staff and student union have been fabulous. The support at the university is amazing, they're very helpful and will accommodate for you. The course staff has an immense knowledge base and will provide you with many opportunities that will help you stand out on your CV. The facilities at the university are great, very clean, with many options food-wise. Study wise there are many different areas for studying, that also allow you to either silent, talk or group study so you always find an area for the thing you're working on. The only downside to the university is that after the pandemic they've cut down on the times the university bus runs, it used to be every 10 min, now its every 15min for a few hours in the morning, followed by 30min and 1hr breaks between bus times.
Enjoying my experience at Derby so far, love the law/criminology/policing campus. Great facilities.
The University of Derby is a great place to study as it offers multiple amazing facilities, from the library, to the gym, to the amazing variety of food places on campus. Everyone is so welcoming, creating a real sense of value and community.
18-24 years
First gen student
The uni has loads of facilities like libraries, campuses and places to eat/drink on campus. There’s different zones in the library so you can go somewhere quiet to concentrate or just study in general with a bit of noise. I haven’t heard the greatest about student support from my friends, which isn’t ideal as they advocate a lot for support. The union seems decent, don’t really interact with them much but they have a lot of societies and clubs which are great to get to meet people. There’s a big sports centre on campus, and football, tennis and a rugby pitch. There’s a gym which is relatively cheap for students. The unibus to and from campus isn’t great, it wasn’t great in my first year and it has only improved slightly this year. There’s way too many people that rely on the bus and yet there isn’t room for them. The buses also drive off if they’re early, or don’t come at all, and you’re not informed if they’re is an issue with them. There should be trackers on the buses to track where they are or when they’re coming.
The University is really clean and all the tutors are amazing and understanding.
It's such a happy and calm environment to study in, the campus isn't too big to find yourself getting lost, it's just the right size. The staff is all friendly, especially the student union, they are always listening to our opinions and giving us guidance. there are always businesses big and small coming into the university campus. It's hard to think of any improvements but maybe have more free societies and possibly more food places within the university.
Lacks student experience
Derby could understand how hard it can be for students that travel to attend hour lectures when they travel more than that, it would be helpful to have jam-packed days and be there less so we can fit part-time work in because student loan doesn't cover many living costs.
The university has lots of facilities which are easy to access, such as uni library being 24/7 which is great for students who need to be able to access the computers or laptops.
It is well administrated; any issues I had were taken care of very quickly and the learning itself is done very well by the lecturers of the subject.
I am very happy to be part of the university of derby all the facilities are quite good, and the lecturers are amazing teaching to a high standard and giving all the support needed through the course.
Great fake wards to practice skills but don't spend enough time in there. Feel like my knowledge around the body, different conditions and diseases, and the different medications.
4.3
University of Derby is brilliant. The staff are all lovely and always on hand to help, you are treated as an adult. There is plenty of space within the uni and a variety of food and study areas. The uni is constantly striving to meet the needs of it's students. There is also a gym onsite that you can access at great student prices. The only downside for me as someone who commutes to uni is that the parking is costly although you can access a pass to cheaper parking that is a 10 minute walk from the uni or a free bus ride.
I feel my course is a great combination of tutor based teaching and self study time. I have been able to access work experience over the duration of my course and gained lots of new skills.