Board of Governors
The University is directed by its Board of Governors acting under these Articles of Association.
Learn MoreHealth Sciences University operate within frameworks set by Government, regulators and our own internal policies and procedures.
Our Governors and Executive Board ensure that external and internal objectives are met, monitored and achieved.
The University is directed by its Board of Governors acting under these Articles of Association.
Learn MoreThe University Strategic Plan for 2021-2026 which has been reviewed and approved by our Board of Governors.
Learn MoreOur quality framework outlines the policies and procedures to ensure maintenance and enhancement of the quality of our academic standards and student experience.
Learn MoreFind our our latest academic policies, quality assurance policies, academic regulations and procedures.
Learn MoreHere we outline our Governance structure and the roles and responsibilities of all those involved in the leadership of the Health Sciences University.
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It is governed by its Articles of Association which were last amended in August 2024.
The University is directed by its Board of Governors acting under these Articles of Association. The Board has ultimate responsibility for the strategy, performance and sustainability of the institution. It approves the University’s mission and strategy, monitors institutional performance and ensures its effective management. The current Chair of the Board is Ms Jeni Bremner.
The Articles of Association mandate that the number of Board members (who fulfil the role of directors for company law purposes) is not less than twelve and (unless otherwise determined by ordinary resolution) not greater than twenty-five.
The Vice-Chancellor of the University, the Staff Governor, and the Student Union President and Vice-President are ex officio members. The rest of the Board members are independent lay members appointed for their expertise.
The Board actively endeavours to maintain the skills mix required for an effective Board, and where a skills gap is identified, nominations for new Governors are sought in a variety of ways, including advertising, through National Associations, and publicising vacancies to staff and graduates of the University. Applications for independent governors of the Board are considered by the Governance & Nominations Committee before a recommendation is made to the Board. Appointments are for four years and may be renewed for a second term of office. All new governors receive a full induction. A Register of Interests is held by the University Secretary and details the interests of members of the Board; this is renewed annually.
The Board meets at least four times a year. It has a number of standing Committees which meet regularly between Board meetings:
The management and academic committee structure is overseen by the Board of Governors and Academic Board
For more information see our Governance Management and Academic Committee structure.
Our mission is to ‘create a healthier society through education, research and clinical care’ and is as relevant today as it was 57 years ago.
Our mission, vision and community focus articulate our position as a specialist health sciences institution. Discover more about our community partnerships, access and participation projects and upcoming events; promoting and sharing our knowledge of health sciences.
We foster positive relationships with universities, funding bodies, governments, student associations, businesses and communities both nationally and internationally.
We may have a global outlook, but we’re also firmly rooted in the local community and love to get involved wherever we can.
Discover and read all the latest news, press releases and happenings here at Health Sciences University
Kerry Ewins-Strowger is a Second Year MSc Podiatry (pre-registration) student at Health Sciences University. Kerry shares the personal story that led her to study podiatry. She also tells us about how she has recently used VR as a distraction method at a clinical placement.
Taryn Ingleheart-Lee is in her first year of the BSc (Hons) Radiography (Radiotherapy and Oncology) course at HSU.
Dexter Sykes is a 2nd year BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) student. He tells us about the importance of Diagnostic Radiographers.
Health Sciences University (HSU) proudly celebrated its official launch today, marking a significant milestone in its journey as the first university in the UK to carry "Health Sciences" in its title. This momentous occasion was marked by the installation of Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal as the university’s inaugural Chancellor.
University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) is pleased to have launched an additional diagnostic imaging centre based at Health Sciences University.
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