Higher Education & Undergraduates
Take your ambitions to a higher level - with the fantastic range of Higher Education courses available at Derby College.
Whether you’ve just finished your A-levels, are returning to education after a break, are planning a career change or are keen to expand your mind and explore your potential, we could have just the opportunity you are looking for.
Studying a higher level course at Derby College gives you the best of both worlds - you’ll enjoy expert tutoring from staff with higher education experience in an environment that’s maybe not quite as daunting as that of a large university. And right on your doorstep too.
Our portfolio of Higher Education courses is constantly developing. It now includes Foundation Degrees, Higher National Diplomas, Higher National Certificates and Access courses. All are high-quality, innovative and designed to meet the needs not only of learners but also of employers. You can download a copy of Derby College's Higher Education Prospectus.
Our excellent links with industry - from small and medium-sized enterprises to multinational businesses - mean that our teaching is directly relevant to the world of work.
We also enjoy dynamic partnerships with Universities such as the University of Derby, Nottingham Trent University and the Sheffield Hallam University. These collaborations enable us to run a number of courses at the College which allow you to gain your final qualification from the University. You may then be able to progress to the University to obtain an honours degree in a relevant academic area.
Derby College also work in patnership with Leap Ahead, the Lifelong Learning Network for Derbyshire. If you would like any further information about the Leap Ahead project please click here.
As a Higher Education student, you may need to balance your learning with family or work commitments - or you may have concerns about financial restraints. You’ll find, however, that our outstanding student support service can provide you with advice and information to smooth your progress and help you overcome any barriers to your learning ambitions.
Your next step starts right here.