Enterprise support

Banks Mill Studios is an innovation space for creative and digital industries, located in a landmark building within the heart of Derby City Centre. 

Open to students and recent grads starting a creative practice, this award offers rent-free studio space, business support, collaboration and a chance to exhibit work and join a creative community.

Our Enterprise Service from the University of Derby collaborated with JDR Group by launching the Digital Impact Mentorship Competition, celebrating their 20th anniversary. This initiative marked two d...

Enactus UK is a student-led community offering entrepreneurship opportunities, skill-building and support. Committees, advisors and staff help students develop projects and connect with others.

Freelancer Club is a platform designed specifically for students who want to learn more about working as a freelancer or who need support around starting and growing a side hustle or small business.

A live student and graduate pitching event with awards and prizes, celebrating innovative ideas, offering networking opportunities and live voting for the People's Choice winner.

Join our Game Changer Club where you can network with likedminded invidividuals and access a wealth of support and resources to develop, test or scale your ideas, passions and drive innovation.

Based in The Cavendish Building, our lab is a co-working space to work on your business ideas and network with like-minded individuals and industry leaders.

We have a wealth of support to tap into including programmes such as the Business Builder, access to the King's Trust and drop-in sessions with industry leaders such as HSBC and Nelsons Solicitors.

Join us and connect with enterprising students, industry partners and local businesses for Butties and Business. Network and make connections over complimentary food and drinks.