Postgraduate taught degrees and professional courses
- Postgraduate taught degrees
- Professional postgraduate courses
- ACCA, CIMA, CIPS, and CIM courses
- PGCE courses
- Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP)
- International students
- Applying for part-time courses
- Will I be interviewed?
- Visits and open days
- Contact us
Postgraduate taught degrees
You will normally be expected to have an appropriate undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification, a professional qualification of equal standing, or a substantive portfolio of work.
We consider applications for postgraduate taught degrees throughout the year, but we recommend applying at least six weeks before your expected start date.
- Entry requirements for taught degrees and professional courses.
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Professional postgraduate courses
We consider applications for professional courses throughout the year, but we recommend applying at least six weeks before your expected start date.
Apply directly to the University for all professional postgraduate courses, apart from PGCE, GTP, ACCA, CIMA, CIPS and CIM courses.
As part of your application you will need to complete a personal statement.
If you’re unable to apply online please 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.
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ACCA, CIMA, CIPS, and CIM courses
To apply for ACCA, CIMA, CIPS, and CIM courses, download an application form.
PGCE courses
For PGCE courses you need to apply online through the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR).
Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP)
Application to the Graduate Teacher Programme is a joint one between yourself and a local school where you'll be employed as an unqualified teacher during your training period.
You need to apply online through the Training and Development Agency (TDA) for Schools.
International students
Make sure you look at our checklist for international students before you apply. Visit the international pages to find our more.
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
Contact us
If you've got any questions about applying, please contact us:
E: askadmissions@derby.ac.uk
T: 01332 591167
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