Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration)
University of DerbyDerby (Kedleston Road), United Kingdom
Course overview
• Boost your professional credibility on a course accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists • Gain invaluable experience through practice-based learning which makes up almost half of the course • Learn from a dedicated and skilled team who have worked in a broad spectrum of occupational therapy roles • Improve your practical skills in our superb facilities ranging from a rehabilitation kitchen to virtual learning opportunities • Join the programme with a 2:1 or higher (other entry requirements apply) • Evidence Based Practice, Research and Quality
Key highlights
- Accredited by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists
- Approved by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists
- Practice-based learning makes up almost half of the course
- Taught by staff experienced across diverse occupational therapy roles
- Practical facilities include a rehabilitation kitchen and virtual learning
- Covers evidence-based practice, research and quality
Entry requirements
- Additional condition: occupational_health — We will contact you with information on how to complete this once you have applied An Occupational Health Assessment and Clearance by the University is required for this course.
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Occupational therapist
- Mental health occupational therapist
- Paediatric occupational therapist
- Community occupational therapist
- Rehabilitation occupational therapist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year of study* | International: £17,500 per year of study
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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