BSc Physiotherapy
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes multiple clinical placements across NHS, private practice, and third-sector settings, and is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff: 128 A level: ABB (including at least 40 points from either Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Physical Education or Social Science e.g. Health & Social Care, Psychology) T Level: Merit BTEC: DDM - BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science (excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking and Extended Project) GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with the equivalent of 128 UCAS points. This must include 24 Level 3 credits in a Science related subject in either Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology or Health and Social Care English language: N/A
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What students say
Based on about 122 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 71%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 205 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 69 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 11%
- Further study: 4%
- Unemployed: 3%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 66%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 5%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 4%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 4%
- Find their work meaningful: 86%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 74%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 73%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 140 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 6%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 7%
- East Midlands: 51%
- West Midlands: 14%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 4%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 60%
- Access course: 15%
- A degree: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a physiotherapist.
- Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamentals of Physiotherapy Practice
- Professional Skills and Practice
- Introduction to primary and community care
- Introduction to Secondary Care
- Practice Placement 1
- Professional Skills and Practice 2
- Scientific and Digital Skills
- Health Promotion, Illness Prevention and Wellbeing
- Applied Physiotherapy Practice
- Practice Placement 2a and 2b
- Preparation for Graduate Practice
- Ageing and Long-Term Conditions
- Specialisms and Advanced Practice
- Practice Placement 3a and 3b
- Dissertation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of Derby earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £27,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £32,000. The £27,000 median after five years is £6,000 less than the UK median for Physiotherapy.
What do graduates of BSc Physiotherapy at University of Derby do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Physiotherapy at University of Derby?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Physiotherapy at University of Derby?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 136 UCAS points.
Is BSc Physiotherapy at University of Derby accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a physiotherapist. Accredited by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
Does BSc Physiotherapy at University of Derby include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Physiotherapy at University of Derby?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.