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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: B16F

Physiotherapy with Foundation Year

University of Derby
Derby, England
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4 yearsDuration
£16,900Per Year (Intl)
£28,500Avg. Graduate Salary
94%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by University of Derby, the BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy with Foundation Year provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in health sciences. Based in Derby, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Study with us to develop the expertise, knowledge, and skills to practice as a physiotherapist. Our expert team at the University of Derby prepare you to be part of a multidisciplinary health and social care team with the clinical, leadership, digital and research skills for the future. Our approach is practice based, and you learn in a stimulating environment with a focus on efficacy and the holistic well-being of the patient. International tuition fees are £16,900 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years, a 80% continuation rate, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Foundation Year Scientific Principles
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Clinical Practice and Patient Care
Movement and Exercise Science
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Neurological Physiotherapy
Research Methods and Evidence Practice
Professional Practice and Leadership Skills
UCAS Code:B16F
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points80

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£16,900

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£67,600

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Derby

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£28,000£28,500£30,000
3 years£18,000£24,000£28,000
5 years£19,500£27,000£32,000

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▼ 16% below UK average salary
This course
£24,000
UK average
£28,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£27,000
UK average
£28,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £3,000 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). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

80%Working
10%Studying
5%Work & Study
45%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

Subject area average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
94%
Learning opportunities
91%
Assessment and feedback
93%
Academic support
91%
Organisation and management
85%
Learning resources
91%
Student voice
88%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Subject-group average for this provider

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About University of Derby

University of Derby offers Physiotherapy with Foundation Year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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