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 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.
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?
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.
Discover and read all the latest news, press releases and happenings here at Health Sciences University.
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.
Our campuses in Bournemouth and London will be closed from 6pm Wednesday 24th December 2025, and will re-open at on Monday 5th January 2026.
An innovation developed through HSU’s Centre for Osteopathic Research and Leadership (CORaL) has been selected by the World Health Organization as one of just 21 projects worldwide to feature at the WHO Global Summit.
Advance HE has published a new report that explores the merger which brought together AECC University College in Bournemouth and the University College of Osteopathy in London to create Health Sciences University (HSU).
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