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Front entrance of the Cavendish Building

The doors of The Cavendish Building – the new home of Derby International Business School – are open to the public as the University of Derby hosts its first Open Day of the academic year.

Institute of Carbonomics

The UK’s first Institute of Carbonomics - a groundbreaking research institute dedicated to reshaping how businesses reduce emissions and transition to a low-carbon economy has officially launched.

Theo Paphitis, Professor Kathryn Mitchell, Lord William Burlington

University Chancellor and Chair of the Devonshire Group, Lord William Burlington, together with retail entrepreneur and TV Dragon, Theo Paphitis, today officially opened The Cavendish Building – the University of Derby’s state-of-the-art business school building – putting Derby firmly on the map for global business education and sustainable innovation.

Theo Paphitis outside the Cavendish Building

High-profile entrepreneur and noted Dragons’ Den star, Theo Paphitis, has been appointed as Visiting Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Derby.

Group of children outdoors

A new report has revealed the powerful impact of immersive nature experiences on the wellbeing and environmental awareness of young people, particularly those from disadvantaged groups.

A man wearing a white lab coat examines some coral

World-leading aquatic research is helping to tackle urgent global challenges such as climate change, marine conservation and ecosystem health. 

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Community trailblazers were celebrated for their dedication and impact at the University of Derby's annual Civic Awards.  

People walking through the University of Derby atrium

Prospective students are being invited to experience university life this summer before making their application decisions.

A big building with lots of windows is seen in the sunshine
Two men stand smiling

Sport science students have been given a unique opportunity to take part in preparing Derby County Football Club Men’s first-team for the upcoming season. 

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