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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: B920
Occupational Therapy
University of DerbyDerby, England
3 yearsDuration
£16,900Per Year (Intl)
£28,500Avg. Graduate Salary
92%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy at University of Derby is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Derby, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. We’ve been delivering Occupational therapy education for over 70 years. Join the thousands of occupational therapists who have benefited from our outstanding teaching and facilities. Pursue a profession with huge reach which will lead to a rewarding career, where you’ll make a real difference to peoples’ lives. International tuition fees are £16,900 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,000 within three years, and a 89% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Why choose this course?
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Opportunities and experiences
UCAS Code:B920
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB |
| UCAS Points | 106 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,900
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£50,700
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees stated for 2026/27 academic year
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Derby
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,000 | £28,500 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £23,500 | £26,000 | £28,500 |
| 5 years | £21,500 | £30,000 | £33,500 |
UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,000
UK average
£28,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£30,000
UK average
£28,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-06-07). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
85%Working
10%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
100%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
85%
Overall
Teaching on my course
92%Learning opportunities
85%Assessment and feedback
87%Academic support
85%Organisation and management
77%Learning resources
89%Student voice
81%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
89%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About University of Derby
University of Derby offers Occupational Therapy as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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