Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons)
University of Derby
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 55 graduates of Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) at University of Derby for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25500 | £23000 | £28000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23000 - £26000 | £20000 - £26500 | £21500 - £30000 |
All Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy courses of University of Derby
Salary of all UK Graduates of Counselling, Psychotherapy and Occupational Therapy
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25731 | £21977 | £25315 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24646 - £27975 | £16358 - £26533 | £17846 - £30192 |
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Course Description
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.
Why choose this course?
The programme at Derby was created by the NHS, for the NHS and you’ll join an institution with a wealth of knowledge specific to the profession. You’ll take your first steps towards a career where you can help people facing physical and mental challenges to overcome barriers to their independence.
Is this course for you?
This course is for people who are interesting in working with people and want to make a difference to the lives of others. It equips you with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills and experience to support people with wide-ranging difficulties to perform the everyday activities which are key to their wellbeing – from work, sport and leisure to self-care.
How you will learn
You’ll learn from registered occupational therapists who have worked in a variety of settings and who are specialists in various areas of research. We offer superb training facilities, including an NHS-standard hospital ward and rehabilitation kitchen. Our investment in the latest technology means you can also learn in virtual and immersive environments.
Opportunities and experiences
The course includes three periods of practice-based learning where you will work full time in practice for a set number of weeks. You will work in three separate areas of practice to ensure you build the optimum range of skills for becoming a qualified practitioner.
Professionally accredited
Our degree is designed to meet rigorous professional standards. It is accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Careers and employability
Occupational therapy is an exciting and fulfilling career choice. When you graduate, you’ll be eligible to apply for registration as an occupational therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council, as long as you meet the HCPC’s requirements. You could progress to important roles in many areas of the NHS, such as acute medical care, paediatrics or mental health but could also go into social services, charities, schools, prisons, businesses or private practice.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) at University of Derby
| 80% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
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Costs
Tuition Fees Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons)
| EU | £14900 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £14900 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
UCAS application code:
B920
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Student composition of University of Derby
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Derby by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 13155
- postgraduates:
- 2515
- Total:
- 15670
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Occupational Therapy”: 270 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) | University of Southampton | 91% | 10% | 5% | £9250 | £28900 | 153 | Southampton |
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Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) | Ulster University | 92% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £15840 £16320 | 156 | Coleraine |
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Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) | Sheffield Hallam University | 75% | 0% | 4% | £9250 | £15860 £16655 £18155 | 129 | Sheffield |
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Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) | University of Cumbria | 86% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £16000 | 150 | Carlisle |
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Occupational Therapy (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) | Bournemouth University | - | 0% | 13% | £9250 | £18800 | 129 | Poole |
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Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) | Oxford Brookes University | 58% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £18050 | 142 | Oxford |
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Occupational Therapy BHSc (Hons) | York St John University | 92% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £14000 | 149 | York |
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Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) | Bournemouth University | 77% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £18800 | 142 | Poole |
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Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) | University of Gloucestershire | - | 0% | 4% | £9250 | £15000 £15450 £16600 | 149 | Cheltenham |
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Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) | University of Derby | - | 5% | 1% | £9250 | £14900 | 144 | Derby |
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FAQ about Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) University of Derby
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £25500 15 months after graduation, £23000 3 years after graduation and £28000 after graduation.
- Elementary occupations (80%), Administrative occupations (5%), Business and public service associate professionals (5%), Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation (5%)
- Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at University of Derby.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 144 which makes it one of the 5.88% most difficult courses to enter among all Occupational Therapy students in the UK.