Derby

The University of Derby is ranked under many ranking bodies such as QS, Times Higher Education, Shanghai Rankings, The Guardian and many more. The top-ranking bodies that rank only the UK universities, like the Guardian, put Derby at #59 in the UK. 

Look at the other rankings by other bodies - 

• The Complete University Guide: #71
• QS World: #66

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)
• Focusing on original work and sketchbooks
• Interview preparation 
• Originality in projects 

The September intake at the University of Derby offers the largest range of courses for Indian students. 

This intake serves as the main intake when Derby University courses at the UG, PG and research levels are available. Other than this, there are other intakes which are given below - 

• January Intake (Secondary Intake): Offers many UG and PG courses and is beneficial for those who miss the primary intake. 
• May/Spring Intake: Very limited intake and restricted to only ot the research programs.

Derby is a beautiful city in the UK having numerous international students from around the world. Because of large number of international student population, migrating to the city as a newcomer is easy. Internatioanal students might have to pay anywhere from £1,038 to £1,282 per month. Therefore, yes Derby is cheap for international students.

Also read: Cost of Living in the UK for International Students in 2026

If English is not the first language, then international students must have English language proficiency tests score. The below table has the IELTS test score required for admission in undergraduate and graduate programs:

• PTE Academic
• TOEFL iBT with an overall score of 79 - 100