Physiotherapy with Foundation Year | University of Derby

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Course summary

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.

Please note that it is not possible to apply directly to the following course. For this foundation year course, it is only possible to attain a place if you do not get the grades expected having been provided with an offer for the BSc equivalent.

We are now Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) approved. This means you will be eligible to apply for registration as a physiotherapist with the HCPC and membership of the CSP once you graduate.
You will learn in a health and social care focused environment alongside allied health, nursing, mental health and social care practitioners. Our staff bring expertise from a wide array of fields, and you will learn what constitutes good physiotherapeutic practice, whilst exploring the theories and subjects that influence it and applying your knowledge in work-based training.

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:: B16F
Institution code:: D39

Open days

University of Derby Experience Day
28 Mar 2026, 09:30
Derby
University of Derby Open Day
19 Jun 2026, 08:30
Derby
University of Derby Open Day
20 Jun 2026, 08:30
Derby

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Student Outcomes

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77 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

92 Go onto work and study

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