Hailing from Maghera in County Derry, Maeve is a first-year medical student. She has moved from her hometown to live in Derry for her course, staying in student accommodation. ”On her experience in Derry, Maeve said: “I’m loving it so far; it’s a very lively city. Everyone is nice, and the Derry people are very friendly.” Maeve and her friends have explored the town, enjoying establishments such as The Thirsty Goat and Peadar O'Donnell's in the city centre.placeholder image
Hailing from Maghera in County Derry, Maeve is a first-year medical student. She has moved from her hometown to live in Derry for her course, staying in student accommodation. ”On her experience in Derry, Maeve said: “I’m loving it so far; it’s a very lively city. Everyone is nice, and the Derry people are very friendly.” Maeve and her friends have explored the town, enjoying establishments such as The Thirsty Goat and Peadar O'Donnell's in the city centre.

Watch: Freshers arrive at Ulster University's Magee Campus in Derry

By Jack Tibbetts
Published 26th Sep 2025, 12:41 BST

New faces have arrived at Ulster University's Derry campus, with freshers hailing from various towns and counties, descending on the Magee College campus for the new academic year.

The new intake are embarking on an exciting chapter of their academic and personal lives. Join us as we meet some of the new students making Derry their home away from home.

Have you got any recommendations for the new students in Derry?

Photos by George Sweeney.

Personalised medicine first year student Ellie May and Tilly are both living in Derry for their course. Ellie May from Donegal said Derry is a lovely city. “It has a good buzz about it.” Belfast woman Tilly said: “It’s so nice. Everyone is so jumpy. It's so funny.” Ellie May added: “Everyone is so friendly and easy to get along with.” The two have visited The Bentley and the Thirsty Goat so far, declaring the night life in Derry as good craic.

5. Ellie May and Tilly

Personalised medicine first year student Ellie May and Tilly are both living in Derry for their course. Ellie May from Donegal said Derry is a lovely city. “It has a good buzz about it.” Belfast woman Tilly said: “It’s so nice. Everyone is so jumpy. It's so funny.” Ellie May added: “Everyone is so friendly and easy to get along with.” The two have visited The Bentley and the Thirsty Goat so far, declaring the night life in Derry as good craic. Photo: George Sweeney

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