Derby College Group
Derby, United Kingdom
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 2000
Overview
Derby College Group (DCG) is a publicly funded further and higher education college group based in Derby, Derbyshire, England. Its vision is 'to make bright futures a reality for all'. The Group comprises four colleges: The Roundhouse (a technical and professional skills college on Pride Park), the Joseph Wright Centre (for academic studies and A-Levels), Broomfield Hall (an extensive working estate supporting land-based, leisure, sport and public services), and the Community College Ilkeston. DCG supports approximately 13,200 students per year and works in partnership with around 2,750 employers. It offers a broad curriculum spanning school leaver vocational and academic programmes, T Levels, apprenticeships, adult and community learning, and higher education including HTQs, HNCs, Foundation Degrees and Honours Degrees. DCG is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS) and is on the approved register of higher education providers. The Group plays a vital role in advancing social justice and economic prosperity across Derby, Derbyshire and the wider East Midlands region.
Fields of study
- Agriculture
- Animal Care
- Arboriculture
- Automotive Technologies
- Beauty
- Business and Management
- Construction
- Education and Early Years
- Engineering
- Equine
- Floristry
- Health
- Horticulture
- IT and Digital Skills
- Public Services
- Science
- Sport
- ESOL
Accreditation: Office for Students (OfS)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
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- Application deadlines
- Rolling admissions
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc Animal Management Module - Interactions, laws and ethics (opens in a new tab)Part Time | — | — | £600 / year | Varies | 2027-09-20 |
| BTEC NATIONAL EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN APPLIED SCIENCE (opens in a new tab)Full Time | — | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| FdSc Animal Management module – Zoo Husbandry (Level 5) (opens in a new tab)Part Time | — | 1 year | £600 / year | Varies | 2027-09-20 |
| FdSc Equine Science, Management and Training Module - Events Management (Level 5) (opens in a new tab)Part Time | — | 1 year | £600 / year | Varies | 2027-09-20 |
| FdSc Equine Science, Management and Training Module - Yard Management (Level 4) (opens in a new tab)Part Time | — | 1 year | £600 / year | Varies | 2027-09-20 |
| ILM Certificate in Leadership and Management Skills - Level 3 (bespoke - for employers only) (opens in a new tab)Part Time | — | 1 year | £2,000 / total | Varies | — |
| LEXIS Pre-Entry ESOL 16-18 - Sept Start (opens in a new tab)Full Time | — | 1 year | Varies | Varies | 2027-09-20 |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
