How to Apply
When to apply
We consider applications for postgraduate taught degrees and professional courses throughout the year, but we recommend applying at least one month before your expected start date.
You can apply for a research degree at any time of the year.
Contact us
If you've got any questions about applying, please contact us:
E: askadmissions@derby.ac.uk
T: 01332 591167
For research enquiries contact:
E: researchoffice@derby.ac.uk
T: 01332 591060
You will need to apply directly to the university for all our taught postgraduate courses apart from the PGCE Primary and Graduate Teacher Programme.
You can apply online here.
As part of your application you will need to complete a personal statement. Here are some tips that will help you to write your personal statement.
PGCE Primary applications
You need to apply online through the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR)
Graduate Teacher Programme applications
When applying for our Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP), it is a joint application between yourself and a local school where you'll be employed as an unqualified teacher during your training period.
For an application pack and further information on closing dates and details of the secondary subjects that we support, please contact the GTP Administrator on 01332 591608 or gtpadministrator@derby.ac.uk.
Postgraduate taught degrees
For our Doctor of Health and Social Care Practice, and also our Doctor of Education, you will need to apply online here.
Postgraduate research degrees
You can find out more about other MPhil/PhD research degrees, including how to apply for these, on the Research Office website.
Entry requirements
You can see our entry requirements for taught and research degrees here.
Will I be interviewed?
Most suitable applicants will be called for interview. This gives us the opportunity to explore your academic experience and knowledge of specific subjects.
Visit us at an open day/evening
We hold open days and open evenings throughout the year.
