University of Derby
East Midlands, England
How much do University of Derby graduates earn by subject?
University of Derby graduates earn a median salary of £26,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Engineering at £38,100, while English studies graduates earn £21,500.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | £32,000 | £29,000 | £33,500 |
| Computing | £29,500 | £24,500 | £32,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | - | £26,000 | £32,500 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £27,500 | £26,500 | £33,500 |
| Medical sciences | £28,000 | £28,500 | £31,000 |
| Allied health | £28,500 | £27,000 | £30,500 |
| Health and social care | £28,500 | £24,000 | £27,000 |
| Business and management | £25,000 | £21,000 | £26,500 |
| History and archaeology | £25,000 | £18,500 | £22,500 |
| Education and teaching | £25,000 | £19,500 | £24,000 |
| Psychology | £25,000 | £19,500 | £23,500 |
| Biosciences | £24,000 | £21,000 | £26,000 |
| Creative arts and design | £22,000 | £18,500 | £23,000 |
| Performing arts | £26,000 | £23,500 | £27,500 |
| Languages and area studies | £24,000 | £20,500 | £23,500 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Derby?
In 2024, University of Derby received 28,815 applications and accepted 6,710 students, giving an acceptance rate of 23.3%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Derby?
90% of University of Derby graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 24 subjects with median salaries ranging from £21,500 to £38,100. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 92% | £38,100 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 87.8% | £35,000 |
| Computing | 88.4% | £35,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | 89% | £34,300 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 86.4% | £34,300 |
| Medical sciences | 89.8% | £33,600 |
| Allied health | 88% | £31,000 |
| Health and social care | 92.7% | £28,100 |
| Business and management | 85.8% | £28,100 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 89.8% | £28,100 |
| History and archaeology | 93.1% | £27,000 |
| Law | 89.1% | £26,600 |
| Education and teaching | 93.2% | £26,600 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 91.3% | £25,900 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 88% | £25,900 |
| Psychology | 86.3% | £25,600 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 92.6% | £25,600 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 85.7% | £25,600 |
| Biosciences | 86.9% | £24,800 |
| Materials and technology | 82.2% | £24,500 |
| Creative arts and design | 84.2% | £24,500 |
| Performing arts | 85.2% | £23,400 |
| Languages and area studies | 89.3% | £23,000 |
| English studies | 85.9% | £21,500 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Engineering £38,100
- 2 Nursing and midwifery £35,000
- 3 Computing £35,000
- 4 Mathematical sciences £34,300
- 5 Architecture, building and planning £34,300
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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