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A set of identical twins who both studied Nursing at the University of Derby were reunited at their graduation ceremony with the midwife who helped to deliver them 27 years ago.  

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Four academics from the University of Derby have been added to a prestigious global list of the world’s top scientists.

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Research by a team of academics into the effects of long Covid has been described as a ‘model for the future of health research’, after securing a global award.  

Students at graduation

A multiple British champion in motorcycling and an award-winning entrepreneur are among those who will receive Honorary Degrees from the University of Derby this month.

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The University of Derby’s College of Business, Law and Social Sciences has been accredited as a Bronze Carbon Literate Educator for its commitment to embed climate education and action into its ethos and facilitate a cultural shift towards a zero-carbon society.

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Research highlighting that engaging with nature supports good mental health by a team of Derby academics has been featured in World Wide Fund for Nature’s (WWF) new campaign.

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Award-winning British mountaineer and author Mick Fowler will receive an honorary degree from the University of Derby at its awards ceremony in Buxton next month.

Adam Lindley, Ros Liddane, Steve Ward, Charlotte Arnold and Ollie Shearer.

The University of Derby has taken the coveted Best University Housing accolade at the 2024 Global Student Living Awards (UK and Ireland) for the third year in a row.

Chief Nursing Officer for England with nursing students at the University of Derby

The Chief Nursing Officer for England visited the University of Derby to meet with nursing students to find out how they are learning to become the future generation of healthcare professionals.

Students walking into the University of Derby

As students look to explore their options ahead of the UCAS January submission deadline, the University of Derby is anticipating a record turnout for its first Open Day of the academic year.

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