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DCG Campus and Course Locations – Joseph Wright Centre

The Joseph Wright Centre boasts exceptional resources for academic studies such as A-Levels and advanced vocational programmes. Based in the city centre, it includes IT suites, modern science laboratories, a dance studio, a music basement and a games development suite. It is the ideal base for academic, creative, media and digital studies, with the most up-to-date facilities.

Where is the Joseph Wright Centre – Map

The Joseph Wright Campus, Cathedral Road, Derby DE1 3PA

Joseph Wright Centre – Course Listings

L0 PT

Adult Functional Skills English – Various Levels

Course Type: Adult and Community
Subject Area: Adult English, Maths and Science
Start Date: 15/09/2025

L0 PT

Adult Functional Skills Maths – Various Levels

Course Type: Adult and Community
Subject Area: Adult English, Maths and Science
Start Date: 15/09/2025

L1 PT

Basic British Sign Language

Course Type: Adult and Community
Subject Area: Adult Community Learning
Start Date: Flexible

L0 PT

Essential Digital Skills – Various Levels

Course Type: Adult and Community
Subject Area: Adult Digital
Start Date: 15/09/2025

L2 PT

GCSE Biology for Adults – Blended Learning

Course Type: Adult and Community
Subject Area: Adult English, Maths and Science
Start Date: 10/09/2025

L2 PT

GCSE English Language – Adults

Course Type: Adult and Community
Subject Area: Adult English, Maths and Science
Start Date: 10/09/2025

L2 PT

GCSE English Literature – Adults

Course Type: Adult and Community
Subject Area: Adult English, Maths and Science
Start Date: 08/09/2025

L2 PT

GCSE Maths – Adults

Course Type: Adult and Community
Subject Area: Adult English, Maths and Science
Start Date: 08/09/2025

L5 FT

Foundation Degree in Software Development (FdSc) – 2 years (HTQ)

Course Type: Higher Education
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science

L3 FT

Applied Law (Level 3 Extended Certificate)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Applied Psychology (Level 3 Extended Certificate)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Applied Science (AAQ)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Biology (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

BTEC National Certificate in Applied Science

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Business Studies (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) – Level 3

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Chemistry (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Computer Science (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Criminology (Level 3 Diploma)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Economics (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

English Language (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

English Literature (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Ethics, Philosophy and Religion (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Film Studies (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Fine Art (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Foundation Diploma in Music (A-level pathway)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

French (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L2 FT

GCSE Plus

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: GCSE Plus

L2 FT

GCSE Plus – Remote Programme

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: GCSE Plus

L3 FT

Geography (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Geology (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

History (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Law (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Mathematics (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Media Studies (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Physics (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Politics (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Psychology (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Sociology (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Spanish (A-level)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

Sport and Exercise Science (Level 3 Extended Certificate)

Course Type: School Leaver - Academic
Subject Area: A Levels

L3 FT

BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Science

L3 FT

Computer Games Development: Design – Level 3

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Games Design and Esports

L2 FT

Creative Digital Games Production – Level 2

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Games Design and Esports

L1 FT

DCG Diploma in Esports, ICT and Games Development

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science

L3 FT

Foundation Diploma in Information Systems – Level 3

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science

L1 FT

Level 1 Diploma: Pathway to Esports

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Games Design and Esports

L1 FT

Level 1 Diploma: Pathway to Media and Fashion Business

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Business, Leadership and Management

L1 FT

Level 1: Pathway to Art and Design

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Art and Design

L2 FT

Level 2 Award in Art and Design

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Art and Design

L2 FT

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Media Skills

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Creative Media (Moving Image and Audio) and Digital Multimedia

L2 FT

Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Art and Design

L2 FT

Level 2 Diploma in Esports

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Games Design and Esports

L2 FT

Level 2 Diploma in Fashion Business

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Business, Leadership and Management

L2 FT

Level 2 Extended Certificate in Creative Media Skills

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Creative Media (Moving Image and Audio) and Digital Multimedia

L2 FT

LEVEL 2 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION AND CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science

L2 FT

Level 2 Extended Certificate in Music Industry Skills

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Music

L2 FT

Level 2 Extended Certificate in Performing Arts

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Performing Arts

L3 FT

Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Art and Design

L3 FT

Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Performing Arts

L3 FT

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media: Esports

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Games Design and Esports

L3 FT

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media: Digital Multimedia

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Creative Media (Moving Image and Audio) and Digital Multimedia

L3 FT

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media: Moving Image and Audio Production

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Creative Media (Moving Image and Audio) and Digital Multimedia

L3 FT

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Fashion Business

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Business, Leadership and Management

L3 FT

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music (Performance or Production Pathway)

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Music

L3 FT

Level 3 Higher Foundation Studies in Art & Design

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Art and Design

L1 FT

Pathway to Music and Performing Arts: Level 1

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Music

L3 FT

T LEVEL IN DIGITAL PRODUCTION, DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science

L3 FT

T LEVEL IN DIGITAL SUPPORT SERVICES

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science

L3 FT

T LEVEL IN SCIENCE PATHWAY: YEAR ONE

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Subject Area: Science

Joseph Wright Centre – Success Stories

Bhyrel John

School Leaver Academic

A young man stood on a blue podium that reads ' The Guardian Foundation' delivering a presentation

Kainaat Imran

School Leaver Academic

Young lady with dark hair wearing a set of headphones.

Ryan Duggan

School Leaver Academic

Young smiling adult

Ashton Mandaza

School Leaver Academic

A young smiling student.

Audrey Mandaza

School Leaver Academic

Young woman smiling, holding a piece of paper.

Hadi Sabith

School Leaver Academic

Smiling young man holding a sign with writing on it.

Maya Hussain

School Leaver Academic

Smiling young lady

Nayab Aslam

School Leaver Academic

Young woman smiling stood against a blue background

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What is Happening at the Joseph Wright Centre

Latest News

Hubbub Theatre Company workshop highlights integrated theatre opportunities

Performing Arts students at the Joseph Wright Centre

Students share city experiences

Students at the Derby Book Festival at the Joseph Wright Centre

New public art celebrates Ilkeston’s heritage

Students stood by the obelisk in Ilkeston

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Upcoming Events

DCG Creative & Digital Exhibition – 25/06/2025

25-06-2025

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