Category: Education

You may have heard about your tutors and the academic staff who support you, going to conferences to present and learn about the latest research and thinking. Perhaps you have been to a conference yourself? But if you have not, what are they? And why should you want to go?

The University of Derby's Professor Keith McLay writes about Remembrance Day, leadership and the lessons from history.  

Sian Burgess, Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at the University of Derby, discusses how PJ paralysis in long term patients can be tackled.

To mark National Youth Work Week, Simon Williams, University of Derby Senior Lecturer in Social and Community Studies, talks about this rewarding role.

Professor Malcolm Todd, Provost of the University of Derby, talks about the role higher education plays in promoting skills and employability.

Bowen Shang discusses her experience of transitioning to postgraduate study and shares advice for students thinking of progressing to postgraduate level.

Rachel Howe, BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies graduate, discusses the effects on children of gaining a sibling and how parents can help to smooth the transition.

Olivia Fox shares her journey of securing a fully funded Football Journalism Scholarship with the University of Derby, in partnership with Derby County Ladies.

The University of Derby is working closely with colleges and the D2N2 local enterprise partnership to develop the higher level skills required in today's job market.

Professor Keith McLay shares his thoughts on an overseas trip with Professor Judith Lamie visiting partners old, new and prospective in China and Hong Kong.