University of Derby

Finding casual employment is typically simple. But if you're not from the EEA, you shouldn't depend on it to support yourself. If you are a non-EU or non-EEA citizen. When you enter the country, you must be able to provide proof that you have the money to maintain yourself completely. You'll need to have enough cash set up to cover your living expenses, as well as those for food, clothing, books, and tuition. However, if you are planning to work part-time, you can do so.

Even if your passport has a stamp indicating that you are not allowed to work, you will still be permitted to do so throughout term time and unrestrictedly during your official university breaks. If you are participating in an approved work placement or internship that is required for your degree, these visa work regulations do not apply. The Student Employment Agency at Kedleston Road will assist you if you're looking for a part-time career or seasonal work while you're a student at Derby.

Majority of the programmes at Bachelors degree level and above at the University of Derbyrequire an IELTS score of between 6.0 and 7.0 with a minimum score required in all areas. (speaking, reading, writing and listening). Apart from IELTS, the Derby also accepts one of the below equivalent qualifications -

• Oxford English Language Level Test (ELLT)

 • Pearson Test of Academic English

• TOEFL iBT Overall score of 79 - 100 (with specific minimum score requirements for each component) • LanguageCert International ESOL SELT B2 – C1

• Michigan English Assessment Battery (MELAB) • Michigan Test: Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) • Cambridge English Scale: B2 – C1

 • International GCE O Level English Language: Grade C

 • International GCSE English or English as a Second Language: Grade C • Completion of University of Derby pre-sessional English language course: Pass

The University of Derby provides overseas students with scholarship opportunities. The bulk of scholarships are given out in accord with the merit and academic excellence of the applicants. They include, among others:

Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship - International undergraduate and graduate students who have excelled academically are eligible for the vice chancellor's scholarship. Students receive one year's worth of tuition for the programmes they choose.

International Excellent Student Scholarship: Students from abroad who excel in the classroom are eligible for a GBP 5,000 scholarship.

GREAT Scholarship: The institution offers international students who apply for postgraduate degrees a scholarship worth £11,000. International

Merit Scholarship: Students from India are eligible for a GBP 1,500 scholarship. To be eligible for this award, students must show exceptional academic accomplishment.

Postgraduate (PGT) Scholarship: International students enrolled in postgraduate taught programmes are eligible to apply for a GBP 2,000 postgraduate (PGT) scholarship.

For Indian Students, the entry requirements are as follows –

For Undergraduate courses

1) a score of at least 70% in Standard XII

2) With a minimum score of 75%, University of Derby will accept English from the CBSE, CICSE, and Maharashtra boards.

For Postgraduate courses

1) Bachelor's degree earned from government- or NARIC-recognized institutions

2) The requirements will change based on the institution's recognition and the grading system being employed. Applications are evaluated on an individual basis.

3) A score of 60% is equivalent to a UK 2:1, whereas a score of 50% is equivalent to a UK 2:2 plus work experience. English Language Evaluation University of Derby accepts UKVI or Academic IELTS at the appropriate score for your chosen course. The examination cannot be more than two years old. Evidence demonstrating the English language's medium of instruction will not be accepted.

The University of Derby provides undergraduate and graduate programmes in both offline and online formats. There are also a few short courses offered in a few specialisations. With a variety of degrees offered, University of Derby’s central focus is on practical skills & employability. As per online sources, marketing, hospitality, event, and tourism management, and media and film studies are among Derby's top 3 programmes in the UK.

Some of the other popular courses at the University of Derby include – 1) BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance 2) MSc Accounting and Finance 3) MBA 4) BA (Hons) Animation 5) MSc in Information Technology 6) MSc International Business 7) BSc (Hons) Psychology 8) BSc (Hons) Geography 9) BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering 10) MSc in Tourism Management

Every year, University of Derby’s halls community provides free beds, kitchens, and welcome kits to students from all over the world. The team will go above and beyond to assist international students in adjusting to the new surroundings. They are incredibly nice and helpful. The residence halls feature a 24-hour emergency contact line and 24-hour security. The annual cost of living on campus, as per the university’s website are as follows – Room Type (double) ay Agard Court- £6,597.36 Room type (double) at Darley Bank – Between £6,009 to £9,239.16 (depending upon type of accomodation) Room type (double) at Nunnery Court – Between £5,324.34 and £6,368.04