Get Involved

There's loads of things you can join us in doing during your time at university. From fundraising and volunteering to sports and social societies. We even have our own newspaper and radio station if you're a budding journalist. Go on, have a look around!

Sports Events

Union Sports BUCS Cycling & Para-Cycling 10 Mile Time Trial Championships 2024-25
27th April 8am - 8pm
Cropwell Bishop Memorial Hall, Quarry Farm Nottingham Road, Cropwell Bishop, Colston Bassett, NG12 3BA
A chance to represent the University of Derby in national competition.
Rugby Union Women's 5K Fun Run/Walk
2nd May noon - 3pm
Sturges Field
A 5K fun run/walk for the British Heart Foundation. Sturges Field (Behind the Jonty Farmer) on 02/05/2025. Arrive no later than 11:30am; the run begins at 12pm. Fancy dress.
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Union Sports BUCS Athletics Outdoor Championships 2024-25
3rd May 8am - 5th May 5pm
Manchester Regional Arena, Gate 13, Ethiad Campus, Rowsley Street, Manchester, M11 3FF
A chance to represent the University of Derby in national competition.
Football Men's Charity 5-a-side Tournament
7th May noon - 4pm
Lower Pitch, University of Derby Sports Centre
This will be a 5-a-side tournament between 16 teams and will have a group stage, then a semi-finals stage and then a final. All money raised will go to a Derby-based charity called Children First. We will also have a raffle on the day as well.
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Football Men's Football v Futsal Charity match
14th May 12:30pm - 3pm
Upper pitch, University of Derby sports center
Men's Football will be playing a full 11 aside match against the Men's Futsal club. This event was very successful last year raising over £500 for charity. We aim to better this with all donations going to the British Heart Foundation.
Union Sports Sports Awards 2025
15th May 7pm - 11pm
The Reach, Derby
Celebrate the end of the University sporting year in style...
Union Sports BUCS Cycling Road Race Championships 2024-25
18th May 8am - 6pm
Petroc College (Tiverton), Tiverton Campus, Bolham Road, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 6SH
A chance to represent the University of Derby in national competition.
Union Sports BUCS Archery Outdoor Championships 2024-25
14th June 8am - 15th June 6pm
Lilleshall National Sports Centre, Lilleshall, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 9AT
A chance to represent the University of Derby in national competition.
 
 
 

Society Events

Occupational Therapy Wellbeing wednesday
5th March 1pm - 29th May noon
Kedleston Rd T012
All students welcome. Crafts, games, social. Bring your own crafts if you wish !
Occupational Therapy Wellbeing wednesday
5th April 1pm - 29th June noon
Kedleston Rd T012
All students welcome. Crafts, games, social. Bring your own crafts if you wish !
Advertisement for Session Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Wednesday Session
23rd April 4pm - 7pm
Kedleston Road Campus - Room N108
Join us for our weekly Wednesday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!
Occupational Therapy D.O.T.S Dog Walk - nottingham
26th April 11am - 1pm
Rushcliffe Park, Nottingham
Free Well-being walk with dogs Free for anyone, family friendly, any age You don't need a dog, you can just come cuddle and walk ours with us Great socialising event for dogs and humans too
Advertisement for Session Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Saturday Session
26th April noon - 5pm
Kedleston Road Campus - Room N405
Join us for our weekly Saturday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!
Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
28th April 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
Advertisement for Session Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Wednesday Session
30th April 4pm - 7pm
Kedleston Road Campus - Room N108
Join us for our weekly Wednesday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!
Advertisement for Session Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Saturday Session
3rd May noon - 5pm
Kedleston Road Campus - Room N405
Join us for our weekly Saturday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!
Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
5th May 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
Advertisement for Session Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Wednesday Session
7th May 4pm - 7pm
Kedleston Road Campus - Room N108
Join us for our weekly Wednesday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!
Psychology Hotpod Soundbath Trip
8th May 2pm - 3:30pm
Hotpod Yoga, Perkins Yard, Derby.
A restorative yoga stretch session followed by a calming sound bath, designed to help you release sensory stress and find deep relaxation...perfect for managing your wellbeing through your studies!
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Advertisement for Session Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Saturday Session
10th May noon - 5pm
Kedleston Road Campus - Room N405
Join us for our weekly Saturday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!
Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
12th May 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
History Quiz night
12th May 7pm - 10pm
Mr grundys tavern 32-34 Ashbourne Rd, Derby DE22 3AD
Test Your Knowledge: History Society's Final Quiz Night!
Advertisement for Session Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Wednesday Session
14th May 4pm - 7pm
Kedleston Road Campus - Room N108
Join us for our weekly Wednesday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!
Anime and Manga End of Year Event!
16th May 5pm - 11pm
Advertisement for Session Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Saturday Session
17th May noon - 5pm
Kedleston Road Campus - Room N405
Join us for our weekly Saturday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!
Education Soc Education Summer Ball
17th May 7pm - 11:59pm
Derby Cricket Club
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Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
19th May 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
Advertisement for Session Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Wednesday Session
21st May 4pm - 7pm
Kedleston Road Campus - Room N108
Join us for our weekly Wednesday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!
Occupational Therapy End of Year Party
22nd May 7pm - 23rd May noon
The Old Bell Hotel
`Celebrate the end of the academic year with us! There will be a bar, music and dance floor ! - Maximum 40 people OT students, you are welcome to bring a friend however they must purchase a ticket (OVER 18's ONLY).
Advertisement for Session Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Saturday Session
24th May noon - 5pm
Kedleston Road Campus - Room N405
Join us for our weekly Saturday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!
Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
26th May 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
2nd June 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
History End of Year Party
2nd June 6:30pm - 11:30pm
The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Sadler Gate, Derby DE1 3NQ ·
Come join us for our end of year party.
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Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
9th June 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
16th June 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
23rd June 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
30th June 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
7th July 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
Medieval Reenactment Crafts!
14th July 6pm - 9pm
N502
Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.
 
 
 

SLS Events

There are currently no SLS Events planned.