Category: Student Life

Moving to the UK for university is a big leap, but for Lana Holgado, Derby quickly became home. From navigating cultural quirks to thriving in her Therapeutic Arts programme, discover how she found purpose, community, and adventure here.

Built Environment student Bailey talks about the five standout moments he had during his first few weeks of joining the University of Derby.

From finding the right people to earning in spare time, Psychology student Cyrus Sheridan describes five features of university life that have made Derby the right place to study.

Is it possible to have it all? Marketing student Oliver Smith shares his attempts to build a brand, compete in motorsport, and navigate university life as a Student Entrepreneur.

Choosing a degree to study is a life-changing decision, as is picking the right university for you. Dan Mitchell from our Schools and Colleges Liaison Team shares his top tips for making the right choice.

Here are some top tips on making that all important call on results day and how to make a good impression when going through Clearing.

Derby is one of 10 institutions involved in International Tax Week, where students come together from across Europe to tackle contemporary tax issues. Final year Accounting and Finance students Asad Ahmed and Shakur Sackey reflect on their time at the annual event.

We’ve all be there. Exams are just around the corner, distractions are everywhere and the temptation to procrastinate is greater than ever. Kira Critchlow, a second-year BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance student, shares ideas to get you back on track when you’ve hit a brick wall and are struggling to get motivated.

Don’t know where to start with revision or struggling to get organised? Alexander Wood, Academic Librarian, explores four different revision methods to help you to study smart and set yourself up for exam success.

It can be overwhelming to get into preparing for exams or end of year assessments. Kate Wood helps identify which kind of behaviours to follow or avoid.