A warm welcome
I came here to have a look around, was greeted by a big smiley face... I thought, Derby's the place for me!
”Scott Carlton, who studied our Foundation Degree in Professional Culinary Arts
If you want a friendly place to study and lots of support, this is the university for you.
There's no stuffy atmosphere here and everyone's really friendly. But don't take our word for it, here's what people say about us:
What our students say
"The University is really good - it's really supportive which I found useful being an international student...you never get homesick here"
Milena, a student from Poland studying Spa.
"I left school at 16 without any formal qualifications at all... I was worried about fitting in to uni as a very mature student, but both the lecturers and fellow students have been wonderfully supportive and encouraging throughout."
Noel, who studied Psychology and Counselling Studies.
What parents say
"Excellent welcome for freshers. Warm, friendly and well organised for new entrants."
"We've been impressed by the atmosphere every time we've visited; a good, positive, friendly place."
"Thank you for such a smooth and easy transition day from home
to University."
