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4.04.13.61409 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsIt's a very nice campus, needs more water fountains on higher floors as you have to walk all the way down to the bottom floor to refill your water Otherwise it's good
University gives you a sense of purpose that I simply can't and won't replace with anything else.
the university is perfect for me, it is close to home but still i didn't have to compromise on anything that i wanted or needed when looking for a suitable university. i have a mental health disability and the university have been very accommodating and supporting in ensuring i feel comfortable and safe on campus as well as supporting me in my work which can also be a struggle sometimes
I suggest that if students need a support so there is lack of sport available.
My allocated tutor hasn't arranged any meetings with me to see how I am doing and the university could be improved by making buses come more frequently as it gets very crowded. However, the great side of things of studying at the university of Derby is that the lecture rooms aren't too big, this means you can get more of a focused study environment, I have made new friends.
whilst at university, the lecturers make you feel welcome and are good at answering questions and involving students in the lessons
18-24 years
The University isn't too bad its actually okay but it could improve with better facilities however the city is just awful too many smoking spice, people causing trouble, people are horrible but sometimes to meet good people the city is just depressing you feel alone and make you want to snap overall my experience of derby is just bad
Good
All things considered, it’s a decent place to study. It being located in the centre of the country makes it easy to have a day out by train to many of the other cities if travelling is your fancy.
18-24 years
First gen student
Uni at derby is amazing! I have only been here around 3 months but am loving every second! The facilities here are brilliant!
really good photography facilities and equipment, really lovely lecturers Bit too many photography students this year
The university is in a great location, it has many new facilities. Parking nearby is cheap and quite close to the university. Lecturers on my course are friendly and extremely helpful and always willing to help. The multi faith centre is a nice place to relax and the staff are very friendly. There are many societies to be a member of and the atrium hosts many events throughout the year.
Lectures are hit or miss, building is pretty big but easy to locate rooms. The "tap in" system isn't great, new ID cards needed often. Student halls are anywhere between a 10 and 25 minute walk away. Communications isn't that great, questions asked through email may not get a response for a few days or may not be answered at all. The bursary scheme is helpful but not overly.
Derby uni offers a great experience for students, they have easy access to town via the free uni bus and catering in 3 of their campuses.
Best - Online facilities (using blackboard for course resources, etc), the library at Kedleston road campus, the support through wellbeing, and the student accommodation. Worst - Support with studying from some lecturers could be better, more support for mental health and finance.
18-24 years
First gen student
All campuses are so aesthetically pleasing and picturesque. The city has such a welcoming feel as it isn't too big but still has amazing social aspects. Nightclubs, mini golf, cinemas, bowling, many food outlets.
All staff is helpful, and are always ready to help. In my las year one of my leaders helped me to understand that I have dyslexia. They are very supportive and always a message away if needed. Location is very good as I commute from Tamworth and near have an issue with getting back and to the university.
25-34 years
Excellent Experience! being an international student I am really happy with my university, I selected this Uni because of its best excellence teaching skills as I read online and yeah! it is the best
Derby is a great place to study as it is inclusive, has a wide range of societies and is easy to navigate. It could be improved by having additional seating for busy lunch times, be better organised in the sense of enrolment (receiving the invitation earlier), getting timetables organised and sent out earlier to allow students time to put things in place before starting (childcare, work commitments etc).
4.3
18-24 years
I think that this university is a great place to study it is very welcoming. The support here is great, I was scared to move here and I felt very anxious but soon I began to feel comfortable and happy and excited to come here as I received great support and guidance I will definitely recommend this university to my children.
There is nothing negative I can say about my course I think It is very motivational.
Absolutely love my accommodation