Education

WELCOME TO THE EDUCATION SOCIETY PAGE!

The Education Society was a new society for the 2023/24 academic year and this year we have some amazing plans in store to make this a memorable year with fantastic opportunities, so thank you for showing an interest!

- What can Education Society offer me?

The Education Society offers amazing opportunities to meet like-minded people, either studying similar courses to you across all stages, or working towards a career in education.

Furthermore, there will be chances to fundraise for various different charities and volunteer in local schools to help boost your CV. These will be organised by our amazing fundraising and volunteering secretaries, Eva and Freya! Last year we completed a 12-mile Walk, it was tiring, but we raised a huge £1,500! This charity event gained recognition throughout the Union and we won an award for Event of the Year 23/24! Another walk like this is currently in the works...

We host socials every Wednesday, student night. These socials are based around different themes and events, chosen carefully by our social sec, Elise. Once you sign up, a calendar with events for the year will be available for you - but trust us, you don't want to miss out on any of them!

At the university, the education department is full of helpful people and we have a great relationship with all of them! We are in contact with them a lot and they are always a great way to support us in our studies, in our applications or in any trouble that we might face.

- Do I have to be studying an education-based degree?

Asbolutely not! The Education Society is an all-inclusive society. We accept members no matter their degree. If you study an education-based degree, if you have an interest in a career in education or if you just want to join - you're more than welcome!

- How much will a membership cost me?

£8. We try to keep our memberships as low as possible! This £8 will allow you access to all of the Education Society events across the year. Some events throughout the year may incur a small extra fee however we aim to keep costs minimal for all members.

You don't want to miss our...Christmas Party and Summer Ball!

In 2024 we hosted a Summer Ball at The Farmhouse in Mackworth. Guests were dressed to the nines, including some of the lecturers! This was a great event, letting all four stages of the course mix and enjoy one of the last events for the year. There was a welcome drink on arrival, food throughout the night, a photobooth and of course a well-loved dance floor (I think some of the lecturers enjoyed this!). All this for one ticket fee! 

In 2024, we attended the Union Awards, where we won the University of Derby's Largest Society! As well as New Society of the Year, Event of the year and Academic Society of the year!

There is lots to look forward to this year, we are so excited to get started! Make sure you sign up today!

Please don't hesitate to get in contact with us via our email address or via any of our socials. We are always more than happy to answer any questions.

Don't forget to come and visit us during Freshers Fair!

 

Looking forward to seeing lots of you very soon,

The Education Society Committee 24/25!