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Summary
The University of Derby has a great reputation for employability. It works with leading global companies that include Intercontinental Exchange, Rolls-Royce and McDonald’s UK and Ireland. The university offers an industry-engaged learning experience. Students can gain practical skills, specialist knowledge, and workplace experience, helping them towards an exciting career. This leads to nearly all students finding work or further study within 18 months of graduating.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate77%Postgraduate23%
Study mode
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Full-time64%Part-time36%
Student population LARGE
- 15,001–25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK86%International13%EU1%
Student gender
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Male 36%Female 64%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2027
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000575 58%71st
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Entry standards
/ Max 208108 52%98th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.22 80%16th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.52 63%108th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.25 25%102nd
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Academic services spend
/ Max 45921680 37%96th
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2556589 23%96th
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 9.313.543rd
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Continuation
/ Max 10089.8 90%81st
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10072.1 72%66th
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Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10072.8 73%69th
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Subject League Tables 2027
- Accounting & Finance
- Architecture
- Art & Design
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Building
- Business & Management Studies
- Childhood & Youth Studies
- Civil Engineering
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Counselling, Psychotherapy & Occupational Therapy
- Creative Writing
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Education
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- Forensic Science
- Geography & Environmental Science
- Health Studies
- History
- Law
- Manufacturing & Production Engineering
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Technology & Bioengineering
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
Overall ranking
74th out of 104
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10074.4 74%74th
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Entry standards
/ Max 20999 47%71st
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.32 83%26th
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Research quality
/ Max 42.37 59%82nd
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Continuation
/ Max 10089.5 90%57th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10047.0 47%87th
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Campus locations
Study options
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Frequently asked questions
The University of Derby is an industry-engaged university, which is reflected in its course quality and student employability. It also has expert researchers specialising in future-focused projects. These include carbonomics, which has the potential to change the course of history by finding leaner, greener business models that help growth. Derby has a fantastic location in the heart of the UK. It also offers award-winning accommodation, rated the best in the UK and Ireland for four years running, where students can make their home from home and make friends from day one.
Self-catered student accommodation at the University of Derby has been rated Best University Housing in the UK for four years running based on direct feedback from students in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. It was also crowned Best Value for Money in 2025. Students can find amazing facilities including common rooms with pool tables and TVs, as well as a dedicated social programme. The price of rent includes gas, electricity and water bills plus superfast Wi-Fi, meaning no unexpected charges. Safety and wellbeing are a number one priority for the university. Residents have a 24-hour contact number and a security team who ensure halls are a comfortable and happy place.
Derby combines vibrant city living with the best of British countryside to provide the perfect base for students. Students can spend their free time in bustling bars, browsing in Derbion shopping centre, or visiting cultural hotspots such as Chatsworth House. You could enjoy spectacular events at the new Vaillant Live performance arena. Or feel the excitement at Pride Park Stadium while watching Derby County Football Club. Derby is a Purple Flag city, which means it offers safe, varied and affordable evening entertainment. The nearby Peak District National Park is great for exploring; it features historic towns and villages, including Bakewell, home to the famous Bakewell pudding.