Be inspired by the success of our learners. See how their dedication to learning and our high-quality teaching has helped them on their way to rewarding careers.

Derby College has a significant impact on many individuals, businesses and the wider community. We are committed to producing a talent pool equipped with the right skills and attitudes to meet the needs of employers. We are proud of our contribution to economic growth and social prosperity.

By guiding people onto learning pathways that lead to positive destinations, we encourage progress and aspirational outcomes.

Many of our learners have gone on to achieve great things since leaving the College and we want to share their inspirational success stories with you.

Tyrone Smith

Derby College higher apprentice Tyrone promoted to plant engineer

Tommy Featherstone

Derby College shaped career direction for garage owner Tommy

Lizzy Henry

Apprentice welder Lizzy sets long-term sights on supervisor role

Ephraim Barabu

Doosan apprentice Effy recommends DCG welding course 100%

Ashley Peppiatt

Restoring motorbike puts welder Ashley on road to new career

Matt Crowston

Derby College welding course leads to top apprenticeship for Matt

Lee Royal

Lee owes top welding apprenticeship to Derby College guidance

Georgia Herbert

DCG foundation degree student Georgia glad she fell into business.

Jade Howell

Former DCG student Jade studying for MSc in Criminal Investigations

Charis Oliver

Trainee police officer Charis found DCG degree course invaluable

Kacper Bidniuk

Business student Kacper is enjoying exploring his options

Melissa Smedley

Higher education student Melissa would like a career in play therapy

Archie Wensley

Work placement leads to Swingate Farm apprenticeship for Archie

Karam Singh

Former Broomfield student and breaking champion in training for 2024 Olympics

Richard Mylemans

Creative Practice foundation degree broadens music student’s skills

Kyle Harwood

Broomfield zoology student Kyle has sights set on being a zookeeper

Chunyan Baker

Cert Ed tutors dedicated to supporting students says Chunyan

Luby Sisson

Maintenance engineering apprentice Luby follows in grandad’s footsteps

Ryan Pickering

Maintenance apprentice Ryan values on the job learning at Moy Park

Kyle Traynor

BTEC Level 3 Extended diploma helps Kyle is prepared for business degree