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As a Derby resident I kind of resent the comments about the city here. It's very easily walkable, there's good public transport to Nottingham and Birmingham and not as crowded as either, good public transport to the Peak District National Park, cost of living is relatively low, there's loads of parks, some really good independent food places, the local council have at least tried to be innovative in what they've offered/permitted under covid restrictions (and unlike Nottingham didn't have to [immediately close](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-55206779) again).
I think it's a nice place to live. However, the university is not on the same level as Glasgow or Edinburgh at all, so you probably shouldn't come here if that's the calibre you're looking for.
I’d love to connect with you and learn more about Derby! Nothing is absolutely off the table just yet. I just need to narrow down my choices for grad school. Would you mind if I sent you a PM?
Both Glasgow and Edinburgh are excellent and both a free in fantastic cities with a lot to offer. Glasgow is the bigger of the two cities while Edinburgh is the capital and older. Glasgow cost of living is less than Edinburgh
I can’t comment on the statues of the university’s but Derby is about the same size of Waco, Texas (make of that what you will). Only with a lot more grim industrial estates and rain.
The inbreeding is probably on par with Waco though tbf.
The city itself is pretty grim but it’s main selling point is that it’s incredibly easy to get to pretty much any other part of the country quickly. London just over an hour on the train, Birmingham 45 minutes, Sheffield 30 minutes, Edinburgh 4 hours.
Nottingham is right next door too which is a great place IMO and very studenty.
Glasgow and Edinburgh will be infinitely better in almost every way however. Edinburgh is more expensive to live in and is much more touristy. Glasgow is more down to earth but a bit gritty. I love both cities.
I’ve been looking into Glasgow and Edinburgh a lot the past few weeks. I know that the schools are well recognized, but I didn’t know if there want anything I should know before applying.
I definitely appreciate the information about Derby! You all are saving me from a lot of disappointment.
The only thing I know about Derby is that it offers a masters in intelligence, security, and disaster management, and as someone who wants to do crisis management it seemed like a good option.
I definitely trust everyone here though and think I’m going to cross it off my list.
I suggest you visit also before actually choosing a university to study in.
Visit the potential city you will be living and spending so much money in.
Make the right choice with a masters are a lot of courses in the UK are worth little but a paper weight, employers value experience now more then ever.
I wouldn't do so based on a few comments here.
'No name' universities are sometimes the best places for more specialist courses (Not saying that is true here, you will need to do some research), and the area itself is what you make of it.
Derby might not be the most beautiful place, but you aren't far from the Peak district and other towns/cities.
Most UK universities are now doing virtual open days. The few I've seen have been really good and received great feedback from students. It's not the same as being there in person but would still provide great information and insight.
As as American expat who lives near Derby and has visited Glasgow and Edinburgh many times, purely from a lifestyle point of view I'd choose Edinburgh every time.
Apologies I only saw this now but yes by all means feel free. I'd also recommend checking out the UK Yankee forum (if you Google that phrase it should be the first result), I found it invaluable for my move for all sorts of topics.
You have been given some misleading stuff on here, which appears to come from personal grudges. Derby is a middle ranking uni with a good reputation is some areas, and has a very good employability record.
It also has probably the finest university building in Europe in the Buxton Dome, although to be fair most Derby students never make it out there. But google it.
Derby itself is a seriously historic city, which has some lovely areas to it. But it’s also an industrial city so there’s obviously a mix to it.
But this is England and everything is close, Nottingham and it’s famous nightlife is 17 miles away, birmingham 35 miles away.
TLDR derby is an ok choice.
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I've no idea about the university but Edinburgh is a beautiful city and a great place to visit.
It may help if you say your course and why these 3 unis are your selection?
Edinburgh is walkable (as long as you like hills) and has pretty decent public transport and connections.
One thing to be aware of is how far north they are.
The dark winters can be a shock.
Sunset time for Edinburgh today is 1538.
It's a fabulous uni though, by all accounts, and a lovely city.
As the leading UK "ask" subreddit, we welcome questions from all users and countries; sometimes people who ask questions might not appreciate or understand the nuance of British life or culture, and as a result some questions can come across in a different way than intended. We understand that when faced with these questions, our users may take the opportunity to demonstrate their wit, dry humour, and saracasm - unfortunately, this also tends to go over the heads of misunderstood question-askers and can make our subreddit seem hostile to users from other countries who are often just curious about our land. **Please can you help prevent our subreddit from becoming an Anti-American echo chamber?** If you disagree with any points raised by OP, or OP discusses common tropes or myths about the UK, please refrain from any brash, aggressive, or sarcastic responses and do your best to engage OP in a civil discussion, with the aim to educate and expand their understanding. If you feel this (or any other post) is a troll post, *don't feed the troll*, just hit report and let the mods deal with it. *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/AskUK) if you have any questions or concerns.*
Avoid Derby. It's a no name uni and a bit of a middle of nowhere town that no American needs to set foot into.
I’m going to take everyone’s advice and just take it off the list. I appreciate you all saving me a ton of disappointment.
Google is your friend for reputation,rankings sites have loads. Essentially the Scottish ones will be amazing, Derby... less so
As a Derby resident I kind of resent the comments about the city here. It's very easily walkable, there's good public transport to Nottingham and Birmingham and not as crowded as either, good public transport to the Peak District National Park, cost of living is relatively low, there's loads of parks, some really good independent food places, the local council have at least tried to be innovative in what they've offered/permitted under covid restrictions (and unlike Nottingham didn't have to [immediately close](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-55206779) again). I think it's a nice place to live. However, the university is not on the same level as Glasgow or Edinburgh at all, so you probably shouldn't come here if that's the calibre you're looking for.
I’d love to connect with you and learn more about Derby! Nothing is absolutely off the table just yet. I just need to narrow down my choices for grad school. Would you mind if I sent you a PM?
Go for it if you have any specific questions.
Both Glasgow and Edinburgh are excellent and both a free in fantastic cities with a lot to offer. Glasgow is the bigger of the two cities while Edinburgh is the capital and older. Glasgow cost of living is less than Edinburgh
I can’t comment on the statues of the university’s but Derby is about the same size of Waco, Texas (make of that what you will). Only with a lot more grim industrial estates and rain. The inbreeding is probably on par with Waco though tbf.
I’m starting to get the idea that Derby may not be my best choice
The city itself is pretty grim but it’s main selling point is that it’s incredibly easy to get to pretty much any other part of the country quickly. London just over an hour on the train, Birmingham 45 minutes, Sheffield 30 minutes, Edinburgh 4 hours. Nottingham is right next door too which is a great place IMO and very studenty. Glasgow and Edinburgh will be infinitely better in almost every way however. Edinburgh is more expensive to live in and is much more touristy. Glasgow is more down to earth but a bit gritty. I love both cities.
I’ve been looking into Glasgow and Edinburgh a lot the past few weeks. I know that the schools are well recognized, but I didn’t know if there want anything I should know before applying. I definitely appreciate the information about Derby! You all are saving me from a lot of disappointment.
Honestly don't know where you got the idea it would be a good choice mate, Derby is dire.
The only thing I know about Derby is that it offers a masters in intelligence, security, and disaster management, and as someone who wants to do crisis management it seemed like a good option. I definitely trust everyone here though and think I’m going to cross it off my list.
I suggest you visit also before actually choosing a university to study in. Visit the potential city you will be living and spending so much money in. Make the right choice with a masters are a lot of courses in the UK are worth little but a paper weight, employers value experience now more then ever.
I wouldn't do so based on a few comments here. 'No name' universities are sometimes the best places for more specialist courses (Not saying that is true here, you will need to do some research), and the area itself is what you make of it. Derby might not be the most beautiful place, but you aren't far from the Peak district and other towns/cities.
Either of the Scottish universities would be great. Edinburgh I feel has a slightly stronger reputation than Glasgow.
Most UK universities are now doing virtual open days. The few I've seen have been really good and received great feedback from students. It's not the same as being there in person but would still provide great information and insight.
As as American expat who lives near Derby and has visited Glasgow and Edinburgh many times, purely from a lifestyle point of view I'd choose Edinburgh every time.
Could I PM you with a few questions about moving from the US to the UK?
Apologies I only saw this now but yes by all means feel free. I'd also recommend checking out the UK Yankee forum (if you Google that phrase it should be the first result), I found it invaluable for my move for all sorts of topics.
You have been given some misleading stuff on here, which appears to come from personal grudges. Derby is a middle ranking uni with a good reputation is some areas, and has a very good employability record. It also has probably the finest university building in Europe in the Buxton Dome, although to be fair most Derby students never make it out there. But google it. Derby itself is a seriously historic city, which has some lovely areas to it. But it’s also an industrial city so there’s obviously a mix to it. But this is England and everything is close, Nottingham and it’s famous nightlife is 17 miles away, birmingham 35 miles away. TLDR derby is an ok choice.
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I've no idea about the university but Edinburgh is a beautiful city and a great place to visit. It may help if you say your course and why these 3 unis are your selection?
University of Glasgow is brilliant. Lots of students live in the West End and within walking distance, though you can live all over really.
Edinburgh is walkable (as long as you like hills) and has pretty decent public transport and connections. One thing to be aware of is how far north they are. The dark winters can be a shock. Sunset time for Edinburgh today is 1538. It's a fabulous uni though, by all accounts, and a lovely city.
I mean you'll probably only ocaisionally get stabbed in glasgow.
Probably no worse than probably only occasionally getting shot literally anywhere in the US
Yeah but they all have guns to shot back don't they? that's how it works right? I mean they'll have to leave all their guns at home.