How can we support your studies?
We support your studies with our mix of friendly staff, specialist library, e-learning materials and technical support.
Our extensive, specialist library collection is highly regarded by our students and has been tailored and developed to enhance your learning and research experience. The Library stocks over 10,000 books and provides access to over 600+ e-books, 14,000+ online journals, medical databases, anatomical and other specialist software including Anatomy.TV. The Library & Learning Services Team are here to provide you with the essential learning support you need for the duration of your studies.
Library & Learning Services Team
We will meet you at Induction; our friendly staff will assist you in finding information and can work with you to help develop your digital literacy and research skills. The Library Team deliver teaching and training courses in a range of digital and Research Skills required for studying at University. You can get further help by popping in to see us or phoning or emailing the team.
We recommend you visit our LibGuides where you will be able to view information about the extensive resources and course materials.
The Library offers group study pods, desk space, comfy and relaxed seating areas and a self-service kiosk to check out books. With Wi-Fi throughout, crucial power and charging points, areas dedicated to group or independent study, laptops for loan, and helpful staff on hand, the Library is the ideal place to study. Please note that the Library is currently operating under Covid-Secure guidelines, full details will be provided at Induction for new and returning students.
All About LibGuides
LibGuides provide you with 24 hour access to subject specific material including but not limited to:
• Access to journals
• E-books
• Databases
• Specialist software and other medical websites.
Within LibGuides you will also find all the information you need on your borrowing allowance, returning, reserving and renewing books.
Find out more, take a look at the LibGuides getting started guide
LibGuides
Visit our LibGuides where you will be able to view information about the extensive resources and course materials.
Library help
The Library and Learning Services Team would love to hear from you, do give us your feedback anytime.
Email: learningservices@aecc.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0)1202 436306
Online: libguides.aecc.ac.uk
Twitter: @aeccls
Looking for a different kind of 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.
Latest News
Discover and read all the latest news, press releases and happenings here at Health Sciences University.
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).
This month, Claire Nadaf, Head of Engagement and Partnerships, and Sarah Herbert, Chief Nursing Officer at University Hospitals Dorset and Visiting Professor at HSU, embarked on a nursing delegation to China.
Health Sciences University (HSU) is delighted to announce its recent success in securing a capital funding bid from the Office for Students to the value of £2,136,638.
