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More students to save from September as changes to 16-17 Saver Railcard come in

Thousands more young people are set to get half price travel as the Government extends eligibility for Railcards for those still in education or training in time for the new academic year. From 17th August 2026, 16-17 Saver Railcards will be valid for a full year from the date of purchase, rather than expiring when the holder turns 18. Previous rules meant over 70,000 students annually were left on average £175 worse off than their peers as they lost out […]

3 August 2026 6

Alice Roberts BBC natural History Presenter (second from left), with part of the team which won a silver medal for the Artist’s Garden - Ian Foster, Paul Derbyshire, Julie Spindler and Denise Rice (the designer).

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Silver medal glory for Derby College Group students at BBC Gardeners’ World Live

Horticulture students from Derby College Group (DCG) have scooped a Silver Medal at one of the UK's most prestigious horticultural events, BBC Gardeners' World Live at the NEC Birmingham, with their stunning show garden, 'The Artist's Garden'. The garden was designed and built entirely by students on the college's adult part-time Level 3 Horticulture Practical Skills course, based at DCG's Broomfield Hall site in Morley, Ilkeston. The project was constructed by the entire student group over a three-week period, under […]

24 June 2026 35

Derby

DCG students take part in knife crime awareness events to learn about safety and prevention

Students at Derby College Group (DCG) took part in three Knife Crime Awareness events designed to encourage open conversations about safety, the law and the real-life consequences of carrying knives. The events visited three Derby College Group campuses including Broomfield Hall in Morley as well as sites in Derby. At the events students were introduced to screening safety procedures before taking part in a range of activities and discussions throughout the day. Organised by the college’s personal development team, the […]

17 March 2026 54

The students engaging with the cyber crime exhibitors (Credit: DCG)

Derby

Hundreds of students explore future careers at Step Into Cyber event

Hundreds of students from across Derby College Group (DCG) gathered at the Roundhouse for Step Into Cyber, an inspiring event designed to raise awareness of the exciting and fast-growing career opportunities in cyber security. Organised by the University of Nottingham, the event brought together expert speakers, industry professionals and leading organisations to help students understand the growing importance of cyber security and explore potential future careers in the sector. Throughout the day, students attended talks, panel discussions and interactive activities […]

11 March 2026 62

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More students to save from September as changes to 16-17 Saver Railcard come in

Silver medal glory for Derby College Group students at BBC Gardeners’ World Live

DCG students take part in knife crime awareness events to learn about safety and prevention

Hundreds of students explore future careers at Step Into Cyber event

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