Welcome from the Course Leader
Congratulations on achieving your place on the BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation course and welcome to Health Sciences University.
This is an exciting milestone and the beginning of a rewarding journey towards becoming a highly skilled rehabilitation practitioner. Over the next three years, you will develop the knowledge, practical skills, clinical experience, and professional confidence needed to support individuals in recovering from injury, enhancing performance, and achieving their goals.
The team and myself are passionate about helping every student reach their potential. We will challenge you to think critically, embrace evidence-based practice, and continually strive for excellence, while providing the support and guidance you need to succeed. We recognise that each student arrives with different experiences and aspirations, and we are committed to creating an environment where you can grow, develop, and thrive.
You are joining a community of staff and students who share a passion for sport, health, and helping others. We encourage you to make the most of every opportunity, ask questions, build relationships, and immerse yourself in the learning experiences ahead.
We are delighted that you have chosen to study with us and look forward to supporting you as you develop into the very best practitioner you can be.
Phill Heritage
Course Leader, BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation
Health Sciences University
Welcome Week, Enrolment and Induction
Welcome Week 
Welcome Week is your chance to meet your tutors, university teams and, most importantly, your new classmates. You’ll also have the opportunity to get to know your campus, take part in social activities and start settling into university life.
Induction is your introduction to your course and life as an HSU student. You’ll get important information about your course, meet key members of your teaching and support teams, and find out everything you need to know to get started.
Both Induction and Welcome Week are important parts of starting your HSU journey. You can find your timetable below, including details of your sessions and activities.
View your Welcome Week timetable here.
View your Foundation Welcome Week timetable here.
Note: Welcome Week timetables are provisional and subject to change
Registration and Enrolment 
Information for your First Day
Where to go on your first day 
Please head to the main reception of the main building (accessible by foot directly from Parkwood Road). Please not that there is no onsite parking for students at the Bournemouth Campus.
What time to arrive 
What to bring 
It’s a cliché but bring a positive attitude and be open to meeting new people. Your event on Thursday is combined with another course to help you meet people outside of Sport Rehabilitation, Fridays events will involve the second and third years to help you meet others studying the same course.
We understand it can be daunting starting at a new place where you don’t know anyone and are here to offer support with introductions.
Dress Code 
There is no formal dress code for most teaching sessions, so we recommend wearing comfortable, practical clothing suitable for a university environment.
Some courses or specific practical sessions may require particular clothing or equipment, such as scrubs, laboratory coats or other specialist attire. If this applies to your course, we’ll let you know what you’ll need before these sessions begin.
Please wear appropriate footwear, particularly if you are taking part in practical or clinical activities.
Who to contact if you're delayed 
If you are delayed for any course activities please contact Phill the Course Lead on phill.heritage@hsu.ac.uk
We ask as a rule for you to let us know if you aren’t able to attend with as much notice as possible.
Timetable 
Generally your teaching is on Thursdays and Fridays. Other activities take place on Wednesdays including college visits for which we offer placement hours in return for helping out and the university offers payment so don’t miss out!
A session on accessing your timetable take place on Tuesday 8th September in DP lecture theatre in the Main Building.
Academic Preparation
Induction week starts on Monday 7th September with institutional welcome talks and registration (from 11am Monday 7th in Toggler’s Arms), please check your emails to check what time you need to be in each location. The registration is followed by welcome events from the Vice Chancellor and Students’ Union as we as your IT induction.
Tuesday (from 10:30am on campus) includes inductions on our Virtual Learning Environment (Moodle), from the registry team who look after all of the administration of the course and information on how to access your timetable (this is essential to know where you need to be and when the next day).
View your Welcome Week timetable here.
View your Foundation Welcome Week timetable here.
Note: Welcome Week timetables are provisional and subject to change
We do not provide pre-reading or preparation materials for the BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation course. After two years of hard work and in preparation for the next three years it is important you start university well rested.
Some exercises to consider doing in preparation for week one (which are dedicated to student skills and employability) are writing a CV, thinking about what you want to achieve from university, where you are currently planning to go after university and what skills and characteristics are strengths you bring to higher education and which areas need work.
The course-focused activities take place on Thursday (a joint workshop with the BSc Diagnostic Radiography team will take place from 3pm) and Friday (from 9:30 – this session is compulsory – in the Cavendish House Computer Suite in the Main Building) after which there is an SU event at the beach.
There are no additional costs beyond those outlined in the course materials.
HSU polo
You are required to have an HSU polo for labs, placements and practical/presentation assessments. These can be ordered from the following link HERE Please make sure you order a royal blue “Student” polo.
Accommodation and Living Costs
You will be responsible for arranging and paying for your own accommodation and day-to-day living expenses while studying at HSU.
Limited student accommodation is available for students studying at our Bournemouth campus and is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Our Student Services team can also provide advice and guidance on finding suitable accommodation.
Travel
You will need to cover the cost of travelling to and from the University, as well as any travel required for placements or other course-related activities. Costs will vary depending on where you live and where your placement is based.
Some UK students from low-income backgrounds may be eligible for travel bursaries. Further information is available on our Scholarships and Bursaries pages.
Placements
If your course includes placements, you may need to budget for additional travel and, where necessary, accommodation costs. These will depend on the location and duration of your placement.
DBS and Police Checks
Some healthcare and professional courses require an Enhanced DBS Check and, where applicable, additional Police Checks. If this applies to your course, you will be responsible for these costs, which are non-refundable.
You will also be required to subscribe to the DBS Update Service for the duration of your studies so your DBS status can be checked when required.
Current costs are approximately:
- Enhanced DBS Check: £58
- DBS Update Service: £16 per year, plus a £5 administration fee
- Police Checks (where required): Costs vary depending on local charges.
Uniforms and Specialist Clothing
Some courses require students to purchase uniforms or specialist clothing for practical classes, placements or clinical activities. If this applies to your course, you will be provided with full details, including where to purchase any required items, before teaching begins.
Professional Memberships and Course Requirements
Some courses recommend or require membership of a professional body, specialist training, or additional qualifications as part of your studies or to meet professional registration requirements. If applicable, your course team will provide further information, including any associated costs.
Study Materials and IT Equipment
Most teaching materials are provided electronically through the University’s Virtual Learning Environment.
Core textbooks are available through the library, although many students choose to purchase some of their own. We recommend waiting until your course begins before buying any books, as your teaching team will advise which texts are most useful.
You should also have access to a suitable laptop or tablet to support your studies. Printing and photocopying are available on campus but are chargeable, except where printing is required for specific clinical activities.
Student ID Card
Your first HSU Student Card is provided free of charge when you register. Replacement cards are available for a non-refundable fee of £10.
Gym Membership
Students studying at our Bournemouth campus can choose to join the on-site gym. Membership is optional, although it may be required for participation in some Students’ Union sports clubs and societies.
Current annual membership fee: £75.
Social Activities
The Students’ Union organises a wide range of social events throughout the year, including activities during Welcome Week. Participation is optional, but you may wish to budget for social activities.
Some UK students from low-income backgrounds may be eligible for financial support towards Welcome Week events through the University’s bursary scheme.
Lockers
A limited number of lockers are available to rent through the Students’ Union for the secure storage of personal belongings.
Current annual cost: £10 (non-refundable).
Graduation
If you successfully complete your course, you’ll be invited to attend a graduation ceremony. Attendance is optional.
Graduates attend free of charge but are required to hire a graduation gown. Guest tickets, travel and accommodation are additional costs.
Typical costs include:
- Gown hire: approximately £39
- Graduate ticket: Free
- Guest tickets: approximately £20–£25 each
- Travel and accommodation: Costs vary.
Meet your Teaching Team
Course Leader
Phillip Heritage
MSc, PGCert, Bsc (Hons), FHEA, MBASES - Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Physiology - Course Lead for BSc Sport Rehabilitation
Phill is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Physiology and current Course Lead for the BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation.
Full bio
Any Other Information
Read our course page HERE.
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