Postgraduate Open Event

University of Derby is holding its postgraduate open events on Sunday 8 November and Saturday 5 December, both from 9:30am to 12:30pm, across its campuses. They're for anyone thinking about postgraduate study, so if you've been weighing up whether to go back to university, these are the days to get a proper look at what's on the table.

It's a full-on morning rather than a quick drop-in. You can find out about the different courses they run, take a tour of the campuses, and meet the academics who actually teach them. There are current students there too, which is usually the best way to get the real story about what a course is like day-to-day. You can ask questions about the curriculum and get advice on your application and the next steps, and you'll get to see the facilities you'd be using. If you can't make it in person, they've got a virtual tour you can do from home.

One thing the university makes a point of is that its postgraduate courses are taught by staff who still practise in their chosen fields. The idea is that you're learning from people who are still working in the industry, so the teaching stays up to date and relevant to the job market rather than just staying in the classroom. It's worth keeping in mind if you're looking at something where the practical side matters as much as the theory.

So, if you're considering a postgraduate move, you've got two dates to choose from: Sunday 8 November and Saturday 5 December, both 9:30am to 12:30pm at the University of Derby campus. If you can't get there, there's a virtual tour available.