Student
support

Life as a student is exciting and fun, but it can also feel daunting at times. We offer a range of services to support you during your application and when you start studying with us.

Whether you have questions about your course, concerns about your wellbeing, or just need some advice or reassurance, our friendly expert teams are here to help.

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Careers and employability support

We’re serious about getting you started in your career, whether you’ve already decided what you want to do or need to find inspiration. Our Careers and Employment Service also has plenty of expertise

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Support with English language skills

The Derby English Language Centre (DELC) offers support to students who are struggling with the English language. Support is available both as pre-sessional courses and during your degree.

Your first weeks

During your first weeks there are lots of activities to help you settle in to your studies and to life as a student at Derby.

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College Student Centres

Our College Student Centres are here to help you with a wide range of information, advice and guidance to support you through your studies and time with us, whether you're a new or returning student. We can help with academic queries, extensions, timetables and much more.

Find out more about our College Student Centres and get in touchFind out more about our College Student Centres and get in touch
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Health and Wellbeing Support

The Wellbeing Centre provides information and guidance to help you look after your health and wellbeing during your time at University. We can help with support plans, disabled students allowance as well as physical and mental health.

Find out more about Health and Wellbeing Support and get in touchFind out more about Health and Wellbeing Support and get in touch
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Student transfer arrangements

As a University, we support efforts in the United Kingdom to facilitate student transfer between higher education providers where this proves necessary or desirable. We have a number of arrangements t...

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Union of Students

You can get independent advice and guidance from the Union of Students.

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Support out of hours

As well as our Student Support at the University, we’ve pulled together resources and contacts to support your wellbeing and welfare no matter when you need it and at any time of day

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Study Skills - Enhance Your Learning
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Faith and religion

Whether you have religious questions or just need to talk things through, our team of chaplains and faith consultants are on hand at the Multi-Faith Centre.

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Student Space

Student Space is a new nationwide initiative to help with a range of issues you may face during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Student Wellbeing Centre

The Wellbeing Centre provides information and guidance to help you look after your wellbeing during your time at University.

What support services are available?

Alice explores the teams in place around the University that help our students feel welcome, supported, and on track to do their best. Sarah Richardson shares the broad support offered by Student Services, and Natalie Clarson introduces the first point of contact, the College Student Centres.

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View What support services are available? video transcript

Virtual Open Day: Student Support

Follow Jewel around a tour of Kedleston Road to meet everyone who will enhance your university journey.

Virtual Open Day: Student Support

View Virtual Open Day: Student Support video transcript