Business events

The Engineering and Technology Careers Fair on Thursday 29 October is ideal for students interested in careers and employers across the engineering and technology sectors, who are actively recruiting for graduate roles, placements, and internships.

Held on the first Tuesday of every month, 8.30 - 10am.

Visit Banks Mill during our winter Open Studios to meet over 50 artists, designers, makers and creative services businesses. 

The Event at a Glance: 08:30 - Registration and networking; Reflections on the Autumn budget one month on and the UK economy in Q3 (30min); The DIBS Top 200 businesses in Derby and Derbyshire: 2026 update (20-30min); A roundtable discussion with a panel of experts and businesses on the issues presented (45-50min); 11:00 - Close

The Civic Fund Celebration Event will bring together partners, fund holders and colleagues to celebrate the achievements of projects supported through the University of Derby’s Civic and Community Seed Funding Programme.