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- University of Derby Ranking
- University of Derby Course Ranking
- University of Derby US News & World Report Ranking 2025
- University of Derby The Guardian Ranking 2026
- University of Derby The Complete University Guide Ranking 2026
- University of Derby QS Ranking 2026
- University of Derby THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2026
- University of Derby ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2024
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A popular option for Indian students planning to study in UK, University of Derby is a globally ranked university. Let us take a look at how University of Derby is ranked this year and compare it with the previous year.
Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025 ranks University of Derby at #570 globally and #76 in UK. The global ranking has dropped when compared with its 2024 rank of #533 and has improved when compared with its 2024 national rank of #79. Shiksha Popularity Ranking assesses universities based on the aggregate of publicly available rankings from multiple global sources and shows them in an easy-to-understand manner. On the other hand in University of Derby, the global standing of University of Derby is #1201 for 2026, which is dropped trend when compared with 2025 which is #1001.
| Ranking Body | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QS | Not Ranked | 1001 | 1001 | 1201 |
| THE | 601 | 601 | 601 | Not Ranked |
| US News | 1389 | 1414 | 1489 | Not Ranked |
| The Guardian | 48 | 55 | 54 | Not Ranked |
| The complete Guide | Not Ranked | 100 | 95 | 79 |
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World rank by different ranking providers
Shiksha
#601QS Ranking
#402THE Ranking
#601US News Ranking
#1489University of DerbyUniversity of Derby Course Ranking
In University of Derby subject ranking 2025, many of the university courses are ranked among the top in the world. These courses, available in streams such as Engineering, Business & Management Studies, Law, Medicine & Health Sciences and Science, are also highly popular among international students. The Shiksha Popularity World Ranking has ranked University of Derby Engineering courses at #502 in 2025. This course was ranked at #451 in 2024. On the other hand, the THE ranks these courses at #501 for the Engineering courses, showing remained unchanged trend from 2024 rank of #501.
Apart from these courses, Shiksha Popularity Ranking also ranks its Business & Management Studies courses globally. Holding firm, this course was positioned at #486 in 2025. Overall, most of the courses offered by this university are notably appealing to international students.
According to Shiksha Popularity Rankings, here’s how some of the courses are ranked:
| Course Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | #416 | #451 | #502 |
| Business & Management Studies | #415 | #425 | #486 |
| Law | #349 | #230 | #238 |
| Medicine & Health Sciences | #428 | #443 | #527 |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | #403 | #460 | #495 |
University of DerbyUS News & World Report Ranking 2025
| Ranked by | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global Universities | 1389 | 1414 | 1489 |
University of DerbyThe Guardian Ranking 2026
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University | 55 | 54 | 59 |
| Accounting and Finance | 56 | 47 | 41 |
| Architecture | 44 | 40 | 16 |
| Business and Management | 91 | 74 | 51 |
| Civil Engineering | 26 | 32 | 5 |
| Economics | – / – | 43 | – / – |
| Electronic and Electrical Engineering | 28 | 38 | 6 |
| Journalism | 23 | 23 | 17 |
| Law | 52 | 33 | 65 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 49 | 60 | 49 |
| Media and Film Studies | 19 | 18 | – / – |
| Sociology and Social Policy | 26 | 44 | 24 |
University of DerbyThe Complete University Guide Ranking 2026
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK University | 100 | 90 | 79 |
| Accounting and Finance | 89 | 81 | 64 |
| Architecture | 38 | 43 | 46 |
| Art and Design | 68 | 70 | 69 |
| Biological Sciences | 89 | 86 | 82 |
| Business and Management Studies UK | 85 | 83 | 75 |
| Civil Engineering | 37 | 46 | 50 |
| Communication and Media Studies | 74 | 65 | 73 |
| Computer Science | 84 | 89 | 85 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 64 | 58 | 62 |
| Law | 73 | 71 | 66 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 72 | 70 | 59 |
| Nursing | 47 | 47 | 58 |
| Psychology | 88 | 89 | 89 |
| Sociology | 72 | 69 | 68 |
University of DerbyQS Ranking 2026
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | 398 | 399 | 402 |
| UK Ranking | – / – | – / – | 66 |
| World University | 1001 | 1001 | 1201 |
University of DerbyTHE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2026
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University | 601 | 601 | 601 |
| Engineering | 501 | 501 | 601 |
| Law | 251 | 251 | 301 |
| Medicine and Health | 601 | 801 | 801 |
| PG Business and Economics | 301 | 301 | 301 |
| Psychology | 301 | 301 | 301 |
University of DerbyARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2024
| Ranked by | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 201 | 201 |
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Answered 5 days ago
Ideally, for the University of Derby admissions, Indian students should upload the semester-wise or year-wise mark sheets.
It helps students show a detailed and individual semester performance. In case, you have already finished your degree, the consolidated marksheet is accepted by year wise is pre
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Yes, applying early for the University of Derby admissions is highly beneficial and very much recommended for Indian students. If you apply early, the given advantages are there -
- Better chances of securing a spot
- Allows more time for visa processing
- Allows you to apply for the University of Derby s
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After receiving the University of Derby offer letter, Indian students are required to show the proof of funds for the first year tuition fees and living expenses of GBP 1,171 (INR 1.51L) per month for Derby.
Look at the guidelines given below for the same -
- Show these funds for 28 consecutive days
- B
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For creative courses like Art, Design or Fashion at the University of Derby, it is important to submit a portfolio that showcases your technical skills and creative thinking. Indian students need typically 70% and the given requirements should be met -
- Prepare a digital portfolio (10 to 20 pieces)
- Fo
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Yes, the University of Derby accepts the 3-year UG degree for most of the PG programs which are awarded by a recognised university in India.
Generally, applicants are required to score at least 50% to 60%, depending on the specific programme and the subject competitiveness. Other than this, given b
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