Category: Student Life

First-year Journalism student, Cecília Dettmer Gonçalves, shares her advice on how to deal with homesickness as an international student. 

University is often our first experience of being financially independent. Final year student Izzy shares her strategy of making it easier to manage money.

Computer Science student Robert headed to Thailand for a month to expand his scientific and mathematic knowledge. 

Final Year BA (Hons) Journalism student, Johnathan Cowden, provides his advice on the best things to do in Derby.

Masters Creative Writing student, Medha Godbole, provides her advice on how international students can be prepared for their journey with the University of Derby.

Deadline season is upon us, which can create stress for many students balancing university submissions, part-time work and socialising with friends and family. Here's Izzy's advice on how to get back on track.

With five years of studying behind her, postgraduate student Lauren shares some of her favourite places in the city for current and future students. 

Rhian explains how moving to Derby has given her new experiences and places to see. 

Find out what to enjoy and love about Derby city while living and studying here from second year student Liv.