University of Derby

Developing as an Evidence Based Practitioner

University of Derby

Course overview

• critically appraise current literature • critically debate the contribution of this evidence to a field of enquiry • develop academic skills required to study further modules at Master’s level • Professional registration in a health and social care role • The opportunity for work-based experience • Email: [email protected]

Key highlights

  • Builds skills to critically appraise current research literature
  • Critically debate how evidence contributes to a field of enquiry
  • Develops academic skills needed for further Master's-level modules
  • Opportunity to gain work-based experience

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Discount

    All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • 25% 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
  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Talented Athlete Award

    Please contact the provider.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Registered nurse
  • Allied health professional
  • Social worker
  • Clinical practitioner
  • Health and social care practitioner

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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