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Study at the University of the Year 2027

At the University of Derby, you're not just choosing a place to study - you're choosing to transform your future.

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Nursing courses starting in September

Our excellent facilities, hands-on learning techniques and impressive employment rates will give you a great start towards a rewarding career in nursing. Becoming a nurse is quite literally life-changing.

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Get in touch with our Clearing team to discuss your options and check course availability.

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Fill out a quick application form to formally express your interest in your chosen course.

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Receive your offer and confirm your place to start your journey with us.

Looking for Diagnostic Radiography?

Diagnostic Radiography is one of our most popular courses and places for this year are now full.

But there’s another way to start your journey towards becoming a diagnostic radiographer at Derby.

You can study Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) before progressing to our Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration) MSc. This is a postgraduate course specifically designed for graduates who want to become qualified diagnostic radiographers.

It’s one of only a small number of pre-registration Diagnostic Radiography MSc courses in the UK, and currently the only one in the region.

Same career destination. A different route to get there.

And you can begin that journey now, at the University of the Year 2027.

Want to talk through your route into Diagnostic Radiography? Call our team on 01332 592026 and we’ll help you explore the best way forward.


Keep Clearing simple – choose Derby

You could join NextGen Derby to get a head start before you arrive in September:

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Friday 14 August

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Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August

 Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 10am-2pm

Monday 17 to Friday 21 August

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Saturday 22 August to Sunday 23 August

 10am-2pm

Monday 24 August to Friday 28 August

 9am-5pm, 9am-4.30pm on Friday

Saturday 29 August to Monday 31 August

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Tuesday 1 September to Friday 9 October

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When you receive your provisional offer the next step is to add the University of Derby as a Clearing choice on your UCAS Hub.

Full details of the offer, next steps and T&Cs will be included in the provisional offer letter.

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How to apply through Clearing

Find tips for applying through Clearing and accepting your offer.

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Clearing FAQs

Got a question about Clearing? Our Frequently Asked Questions page may help.

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Open house events

Join us at an open house event where you’ll be able to visit all our inspiring teaching sites that are filled with industry-standard facilities, find information on student services and admissions, and tour a selection of our award-winning halls.

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Virtual Tour

Can’t make it to our campuses in person? Don’t worry, our virtual tour is the next best thing. Explore the University of Derby from wherever you are in the world and catch a glimpse of your new student life.

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We are gold

In September 2023, the University of Derby received the prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, making it one of the top universities in the UK for exceptional student experience and outcomes.

The TEF, administered by the Office for Students, is a national initiative designed to drive improvements and promote excellence in areas most valued by students: teaching quality, learning environment, and the achievement of positive results from their studies.

In addition to achieving an overall Gold rating, the University of Derby excelled in the individual components of the TEF, achieving Gold for student experience and Silver for student outcomes.

Read the full press release.

1stfor employabilityUni Compare 2027
No1University Housing (UK and Ireland)Global Student Living Awards 2022, 2023, 2024
No.1UK universityUni Compare 2027
94%of graduates in work/further study Latest HESA Graduate Outcomes survey
Top20in the UK for overall student satisfactionComplete University Guide 2026
Top20in England and Wales for social inclusionThe Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

Our students' Clearing stories

Planned paths might change, but our students seize every opportunity. Hear about some of their experiences below. 

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From Clearing to First Class Honours

Football fan Charlie always knew he wanted a career in sport but wasn’t sure what career path to take. He found Derby through Clearing and started on an amazing journey.

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From last-minute change to long-term success: Omoye's story

When Omoye last-minute changed her mind on where and what she wanted to study, Clearing was able to calm her nerves and help her secure the right place.

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How Clearing opened the door to Amelia’s Motorsport Engineering dream

Amelia Shackleton always had a keen interest in motorsport engineering. She didn’t believe that she would get the grades needed at A-Level to follow her dreams so when she did better than expect...

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Nicole launched her dream business to protect corals

Nicole is developing an early warning platform to help aquariums, reef keepers, and restoration teams spot signs of coral stress before damage becomes obvious.

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The perfect match

Lilly’s university journey didn’t begin as planned, but Clearing gave her a second chance. At Derby, she found everything she was looking for.

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Emily’s journey from clearing to co-founder

Emily’s path to University of Derby wasn’t the most traditional – she was already in her first year at another university when she was able to use Clearing to join University of Derby

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Sanjana's future proofed her career

When Sanjana was thinking about university, she knew she wanted a future in business. Inspired by watching her father start his own company, she planned to study Business Management.

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From Clearing to confidence

Katie Shephard has completed her first year studying Marketing at the University of Derby and says choosing to stay close to home has been the ideal decision for both her lifestyle and future.

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How Hannah followed her heart

Choosing whether to follow your head or your heart can be tough decision when it comes to deciding on a course and a university. Hannah initially followed her head, but inevitably her heart won.

Tips for applying through Clearing

Get tips for your Clearing application from our Head of Admissions Helen Mercado. We also have a guide to nailing your Clearing phone call.

admissions tips for Clearing by Head of Admissions Helen Mercad

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Guidance for parents and carers

Are you a parent or guardian of someone applying to university through Clearing? Browse our advice and information for how you can support them.

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Additional information

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Explore our subjects

Browse the subject areas and courses available at the University of Derby.

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NextGen Derby

Find out everything you need to know about the University by exploring our hub designed for students who are looking to start in September.

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Commute to university

Whether you’re looking to remain connected to home life, balance your studies with other commitments or save costs, commuting could be a great choice.