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We are a specialist health sciences university, delivering high quality education, research, clinical and consultancy services.
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Health Sciences University
Transforming lives through Health Sciences
We are a specialist health sciences university, delivering high quality education, research, clinical and consultancy services in chiropractic, physiotherapy, psychology, sports, exercise and health science, radiology and imaging sciences.
Our Purpose
Our mission, vision and community focus articulate our position as a specialist health sciences institution.
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Our Approach
Information on governance, leadership and our commitment to diversity and supporting our students, staff and alumni.
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Located in Bournemouth and London
Our Bournemouth Campus is located in Dorset, in between the neighbouring towns of Boscombe, Pokesdown and Southbourne, only a 10 minute walk to Bournemouth’s award-winning Blue Flag beach, with spectacular vistas of the Jurassic coast.
Our London Campus is situated in the vibrant Borough High Street area of Southwark, which offers an inspiring setting for learning. London’s reputation as a hub for health science and sport ensures unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth.
Our History
Since we opened our doors to students in 1965, we have been; providing the world with professionals who are enthusiastic, equipped and ready to make a difference.
For 60 years we have been leaders in musculoskeletal health and wellbeing and our expertise spans areas in chiropractic, physiotherapy; psychology; sports, exercise and health science; radiology and imaging sciences.
Latest News
Discover and read all the latest news, press releases and happenings here at Health Sciences University.
A pioneering community dance programme in Dorset is enabling older adults living with chronic lower back pain to move more, fear less and reconnect socially.
On Thursday 5th 2026, March Health Sciences University was delighted to host a vibrant evening celebration of International Women’s Day 2026 for the Dorset Police Women’s Inspire Network (WIN) and the Women’s Network at University Hospitals Dorset.
For Health Sciences University, training the next generation of highly skilled and compassionate speech and language therapists has never been more pressing, as the UK Government publishes its long-awaited Schools White Paper, Every Child Achieving and Thriving, which outlines “a vision for education for the next decade”.
Health Sciences University (HSU) and the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine (CICM) have confirmed that they have begun early exploratory discussions about the possibility of a future merger. HSU and CICM already have an established academic relationship, with HSU currently validating CICM’s degree provision. The discussions now underway are separate from, and additional to, this existing validation arrangement.
Nils Theuninck is a third-year Master of Chiropractic student at Health Sciences University with an impressive background in elite sailing. He has competed internationally as part of the Swiss National Sailing Team and has earned several podium finishes at major events. Most recently, Nils sailed with Alinghi Red Bull Racing in their challenge for the 37th America’s Cup. His dedication to both sport and chiropractic has been recognised with a 2025 International Sports Chiropractic Federation (FICS) Student Scholarship. We spoke to him about his sailing journey, how this influenced his decision to study chiropractic, and his goals for the future.
The National Student Survey (NSS) is now open and will close on 30 April 2026. If you’re a final‑year undergraduate, this is your chance to tell us about your experience of studying at HSU.
