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Access and Participation Plans

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Our Access and Participation plan

Our Access and Participation plan (previously known as our Access Agreement) aims to ensure all people we work with have equal access to Higher Education (HE) and for all students to have access to the support and encouragement they need to reach their potential. 

Our current Access and Participation Plan sets out how we plan to do this: Download 2020-26 Access and Participation Plan view this accessible summary version on our Reports and Statements page. 

Please note this Access and Participation Plan currently applies to UCO School of Osteopathy students.

The Plan

The plan explains how we aim to support students to access HE, complete and do well in their studies, and progress on to their chosen career with a range of outreach activities.  Outreach activities within our community and local schools involve inspiring students about science, their study options, key subject areas, and sharing insights into career options and university life. For all students who commence their Higher Education at Health Sciences University, we are keen to ensure: 

– Health Sciences University students all have equal chances of completing their studies. 

– students benefit from exceptional teaching and learning outcomes, to enable them to gain the skills and experiences needed to progress on to professional employment or further study after they graduate.  

See Plans

Did you know all HE providers charging fees (above £6,000 per annum) must have an approved Access and Participation Plan and the plan must be regulated by the Office for Students?   

Student Support

Our Student Services team offer support to students whether it’s academic or personal. Student Services are available to all students, all Schools and all years and our advisors will be happy to help you with any questions or queries.

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The welcome desk at the Health Sciences University health and support pop-up event

On Monday 6th October, staff and students from Health Sciences University opened the doors to its 6-day health and support pop-up event at the Boscombe Arts Depot in Boscombe High Street, at 616-622 Christchurch Road, opposite Costa Coffee.

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Following the recent announcement of Health Sciences University’s (HSU) outcomes in the latest Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) exercise, HSU is proud to announce its formal commitment to the Knowledge Exchange (KE) Concordat

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Research England has today published the results of the fourth Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF). Health Sciences University (HSU) was included in the STEM Specialists Cluster, along with eight other institutions. 

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