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
Postgraduate taught degrees and professional courses
Apply directly to the University for all professional and postgraduate courses, apart from PGCE, GTP, ACCA, CIMA, CIPS and CIM courses.
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.
Unable to apply online?
Contact our friendly Admissions team on 01332 591167 or at askadmissions@derby.ac.uk and they'll guide you through the process or offer you an alternative way to apply.
ACCA, CIMA, CIPS, and CIM courses
PGCE courses
You need to apply online through the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR).
Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP)
Application to the programme is a joint one between yourself and a local school where you'll be employed as an unqualified teacher during your training period.
To request an application pack, please email us with the name of the school and your postal address, or telephone the GTP Administrator.
GTP Administrator
Faculty of Education, Health and Sciences
University of Derby
Kedleston Road
Derby
DE22 1GB
E: gtpadministrator@derby.ac.uk
T: 01332 591608
Postgraduate research degrees
You can find out more about MPhil/PhD research degrees, including how to apply, on the Research Office website.
Entry requirements
You can see our entry requirements for taught and research degrees here.
International students
Make sure you look at our checklist for international students before you apply.
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.
