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Derby named UK’s top university in 2027 student rankings

Students have had their say – and the University of Derby has been named UK University of the Year in the 2027 Uni Compare rankings. More than 24,000 students reviewed 323 universities nationwide. The outcome of these reviews resulted in Derby being placed at the top of the 2027 league table. The University climbed six places to secure the number one position overall. It was also ranked first in the UK for employability, second for accommodation and second for course […]

9 June 2026 28

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Nursing lecturer wins national award for innovative approach to preparing future workforce for major incidents

A nursing lecturer who led an innovative emergency simulation to prepare students for real-life crises has won a major national award. Danielle Dunne, Lecturer in Adult Nursing at the University of Derby, was named ‘University Educator of the Year’ at the Student Nursing Times Awards 2026 in London, which celebrates the UK’s most inspiring student nurses, midwives and educators. Danielle was recognised for leading a large-scale major incident simulation based on a ‘rave’ scenario which brought together students from nursing, […]

4 June 2026 26

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Award-winning Ilkeston actor reflects on impressive career at exclusive event

One of the most recognisable faces to have appeared on British television in recent years shared insights into a career spanning more than five decades during an intimate event in Derby. Ilkeston-born Robert Lindsay, celebrated for roles in television classics including  My Family, Citizen Smith, G.B.H and, more recently, Channel 5 drama Missed Call, reflected on the highs and challenges of a life in the arts that has seen him win a BAFTA, a Tony Award, and three Olivier Awards […]

28 April 2026 74

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University of Derby part of consortium set to strengthen UK’s nuclear skills capabilities

The University of Derby is part of two university consortia that have been awarded funding to lead new doctoral training programmes designed to develop the UK’s future nuclear workforce. The government recently announced a £65.6 million investment for a bespoke nuclear Doctoral Focal Award. Delivered by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and match-funded by industry, the programmes will train more than 500 doctoral students at universities across the country, over the next four academic intakes. The University of Derby is […]

16 March 2026 31

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Derby named UK’s top university in 2027 student rankings

Nursing lecturer wins national award for innovative approach to preparing future workforce for major incidents

Award-winning Ilkeston actor reflects on impressive career at exclusive event

University of Derby part of consortium set to strengthen UK’s nuclear skills capabilities

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