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Chief Midwifery Officer for NHS England with students and academics from the University of Derby

The Chief Midwifery Officer for NHS England visited the University of Derby to meet with students, academics and healthcare partners to learn more about how the University is nurturing talent to strengthen maternity services across the country.

Stephen Pepper and Steve Jones in the new Derby Business School

From learning about construction at the University of Derby to helping build its new seven-storey Business School in the heart of the city, two alumni share their full-circle career moment.

Edu Rubio on football pitch

An innovative project which uses virtual reality to enhance the mental wellbeing and resilience of young athletes is attracting the attention of major sporting organisations across the UK.  

guests socialising at university of derby alumni event

A selective group of distinguished alumni, partners and donors of the University of Derby gathered for an exclusive event to hear about its latest projects and plans.

People stand smiling after signing a deal on a new initiative

A coalition including the University of Derby and 14 Midlands university partners has launched a new initiative that is set to revolutionise how research and innovation are translated into real-world impact across the region. 

A young person shows interest in a stand at the University of Derby

Almost 2,000 young people from schools and colleges across the UK came together in Derby to find out more about university life as they consider their future options.

University of Derby building in the sunshine

University of Derby academics and students comment on the urgent need for ‘greener’ energy sources for Earth Day 2025

University of Derby applicants pitch side at Derby County

Ahead of starting university in September, prospective students had the chance to step into the world of professional football during a VIP experience event at Derby County Football Club.

Clayton project team in front of freight train

An innovative project exploring the use of hydrogen fuel cell technology in the rail freight industry.

Outside shot of the University of Derby's Kedleston Road site

Researchers have created a new scale designed to capture and measure the concept of self-criticism in children, as mental health concerns rise across the world.

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