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.
Health Sciences University (HSU) joins other universities across the South including the University of Portsmouth, Southampton Solent University, the University of Chichester, Arts University Bournemouth and the University of Winchester, to create a Shared Virtual Technology Transfer Office (SV-TTO) - a first-of-its-kind collaboration for the Wessex region.
Health Sciences University (HSU) and UK Management College (UKMC) and have announced a new academic partnership that will expand access to high-quality higher education and create new opportunities for students across the north of England.
HSU graduate Ben Samways studied BSc (Hons) Sport, Exercise and Health Science before progressing into strength and conditioning with an MSc at Bournemouth University.
HSU graduate Nikita completed BSc Clinical Exercise Science before progressing to an MSc in Health Education and Promotion and a PhD in Tobacco Control at Maastricht University in the Netherlands.
HSU graduate Joel Kearney studied BSc Clinical Exercise Science before progressing into elite sport performance, biomechanics and strength and conditioning. Following an MSc at LJMU, UKSCA accreditation and a Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship PhD, Joel has worked with organisations including Liverpool FC, British Cycling, British Gymnastics and the FA, and is now Head of Strength & Conditioning at Championship Rugby Union side Caldy RFC.
Since joining HSU in 2023, Billy Coleman has been teaching across the BSc and MSc Sport Rehabilitation programmes while also coordinating student placements. A BASRaT-accredited practitioner and HSU MSc Sport Rehabilitation & Therapy graduate, they combine teaching with hands-on industry experience at Wimborne Town FC and Bournemouth Heart Club, supporting patients across cardiac, respiratory, diabetes and cancer rehabilitation.
