Study at Derby this January

Looking for your next adventure? Take a look at our available courses starting in January 2026 and book your place at an upcoming undergraduate open day or postgraduate open event to visit us on campus.

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New Year, new ambitions

If you'd like to get the New Year off to a great start and take your first step towards a rewarding career, look no further.

Here at the University of Derby, we have a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses starting in January, across full-time, part-time and online study modes.

If your ambitions have changed or if you don’t want to delay your professional and personal development until September, our January starts courses give you the opportunity to begin your studies earlier. It's also another way to get started if you needed more time to complete your most recent qualification.

You won't miss out on anything - you'll experience the same expert teaching team, course content, and receive the same support and benefits as students who start in September. Plus, you'll be welcomed into the new intake during January's second Freshers' week.

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Discover Derby at our Open Day

Get to know your future campus and book an Open Day where you can find out more about your subject, take a campus tour, explore our facilities and meet our excellent teaching staff.

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Derby is a compact but versatile city, the ideal size. Located in the Midlands, it’s in the heart of the UK, so you can explore the rest of the country. Just get in the car, jump on the bus or take the train to start your new adventure.

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