The University of Derby spreads across two campuses and five centres within the East Midlands. The two main university campuses sit 30 miles from each other: one in the compact, bustling city of Derby and the other in the picturesque spa town of Buxton.
Background and History
The University of Derby's origins go back as far as 1851, when the Diocesan Institution for the Training of School Mistresses was first created. After a series of mergers with different colleges, the institution became known as the Derbyshire College of Higher Education and later, in 1992, the University of Derby. In 1998, High Peak College Buxton joined with Derby to make it the only university offering both further and higher education. The university is now considered the leading provider of post-secondary education in Derbyshire.
Location and Accessibility
Road: Derby campus is situated just outside Derby city. To get to the campus, exit from the M1 onto the A52 towards Derby. Follow the A52 through Derby until reaching the A38. Take the A38 north and Derby campus will be on the left, shortly after Markeaton Park. Buxton campus sits in the middle of the Peak District right in the centre of Buxton town. Routes into Buxton run from both the M1 and M6.
Rail: Both Derby and Buxton have train stations close to campus. Once you arrive at Buxton station, you will likely need to take a bus or taxi. From Derby station, however, it is possible to walk.
Derby University runs a Student Support Plan, which assesses the needs of each student during their time at university. Support Plans are valid for the duration of a student's university stay and can be updated whenever necessary.
What's on Offer
ACCA, BA, BSc, BEd, DPP, EdD, EIPD, EPIC, FdA, FdSc, FdEng, HNC, HND, LLM, LPC, MSc, MDes, MBA, MPhil, PG Cert, PG Dip, PhD, RED.
Entry Requirements
Each programme at Derby has its own particular entry requirements. Some courses will ask for UCAS points while others will put more importance on experience and previous employment. Check the courses section of the University of Derby website for details on the specific course requirements.