De Montfort University Admitted Student Profiles & Alumni

De Montfort University has a proud tradition of producing successful and accomplished alumni in a range of fields. From business leaders and entrepreneurs to artists and academics, the university has nurtured talent and provided its graduates with the skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen careers.

Some of the most notable alumni from De Montfort University include:

1. Paul Smith - The world-renowned fashion designer who graduated from De Montfort University in 1969 with a degree in tailoring. Today, his eponymous brand is a global success, with stores in cities around the world.

2. Sir Peter Soulsby - The current Mayor of Leicester, Sir Peter Soulsby, studied at De Montfort University and graduated with a degree in politics and sociology in 1974. He has since gone on to have a distinguished career in local politics.

3. Katie Piper - A television presenter and philanthropist, Katie Piper graduated from De Montfort University with a degree in English and media studies in 2003. She is best known for her work in raising awareness about burns and scars, and for her charitable foundation, the Katie Piper Foundation.

4. David Olusoga - An award-winning historian, writer, and broadcaster, David Olusoga graduated from De Montfort University with a degree in history in 1992. He is the author of several books and has presented a number of documentaries on BBC television.

5. Rupal Rajani - A journalist and broadcaster, Rupal Rajani studied at De Montfort University and graduated with a degree in media studies in 1995. She has worked for the BBC and ITV and is currently a presenter on BBC Radio Leicester.