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Jeanette Ashmole

A practising criminal barrister and TV crime adviser who studied at the University of Derby has been telling guests at a parliamentary reception how studying for a degree transformed her life.

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New cutting-edge imaging equipment at the University of Derby is helping future health professionals develop their skills and support plans to grow the NHS workforce and reduce waiting times.

University of Derby The Future is You

More than £1.2 million has been awarded by the Office for Students to the University of Derby to support the development and expansion of degree apprenticeships, addressing skills gaps in key shortage areas within Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.

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A new fund to support local groups, organisations and individuals is now open. The University of Derby is inviting applications from anyone in Derbyshire who is seeking funding and would like to work in partnership with the University to bring their ideas to life. 

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Students spoke to the RT Hon Emily Thornberry, Shadow Attorney General during her visit to the University of Derby's law facility.

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The University of Derby's Dr Stefano Valvano and his team working on the AETHER project have received a High Commendation at this year's Hydrogen Awards.

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More than a thousand year 12 and 13 pupils met leading local employers and expert academics at an event at the University of Derby designed to inspire them to start planning their future careers.  

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A groundbreaking partnership aimed at revolutionising professional development and career advancement opportunities has been launched by the University of Derby and In Professional Development.

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New scientific research published by leading wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation and the University of Derby has revealed that counting butterflies reduces anxiety by almost 10%.

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Students and graduates from the University of Derby have been blazing a trail for equality in the film industry, working with Academy Award-winning film director John Stephenson and female trio Remember Monday on their new music video, released this week.