What can I expect?
Get ready for a warm welcome from all our staff at Health Sciences University and prepare to join our health sciences community.
Starting university may seem daunting at first, but we provide academic and social support to guide you through this exciting chapter of your life. The University College is committed to excellence in teaching, providing you with the best learning environments and materials for your chosen course.
New Postgraduate Students Welcome Week January 2025
Our staff and current students have worked together to deliver you an introductory Welcome Week, combining online and on campus activities throughout the week.
The Welcome Week January 2025 Schedule can be found below.
Please Note: All new students starting a postgraduate HSU course in January 2025 will need to attend enrolment on Monday 6th January at the Bournemouth campus.
Remember to bring the original copy of your highest educational qualifications and photo ID, preferably your passport or driving licence, in order to complete your enrolment.
Overseas students must also bring a National Police Certificate (if applicable), passport and visa. If you have a Student visa you will need to bring evidence of the date you arrived in the UK (e.g. boarding card).
Welcome Week Itinerary – You can find the Welcome Week itinerary for your course below:
MSc Speech and Language Therapy (pre-reg)
MSc Occupational Therapy (pre-reg)
Your full timetable will be published during arrivals week – you will receive a notification on your University College email when it is ready to view online.
A blended-learning approach to teaching
At HSU we take a blended-learning approach to teaching with resources to support face-to-face (synchronous) teaching in both practical and in seminar sessions which can also be provided online via Moodle (the universities virtual learning environment).
Online materials may be provided either in advance of sessions to allow students to fully prepare creating the opportunity for further learning and expansion in class or provided post-session to reinforce and support further exploration of the topic. Importantly these materials are available for students 24/7 (asynchronous), allowing you to utilise at a time that best suits you and your learning style.
Discover your surroundings
Bournemouth has a long history as a coastal resort, but there’s also a much more vibrant side to this seaside town.
Relax on the beautiful beach, take scenic boat trips, or catch a show at the Pavilion. Looking for adventure? Ride the waves near Boscombe Pier, take up dry slope skiing at Snowtrax, or explore the New Forest National Park.
Bournemouth is a centre for wellbeing and wellness, digital and technology, and outdoor and leisure interests means this is the perfect place to live while you study.
Become a Student Ambassador
Health Sciences University are looking to increase the team of Student Ambassadors, Specialist Student Ambassadors and Student Services Student Ambassadors.
If you’re looking for a way to earn money, inspire other students, and have a job which earns you money whilst fitting around your studies – then becoming a Student Ambassador could be for you.
Discover our campus
Our Parkwood Campus and Garnet Campus are located on Parkwood Road, Boscombe, just a few minutes’ walk from beautiful Bournemouth beach. Our campus is home to our learning facilities, onsite clinic and specialist health science environment. Find more detail on our campuses below, including some of the state-of-the-art equipment that our student’s use in their studies and clinical work.
Meet our student services
We offer support, guidance and information
Our Student Services team offers 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.
News
Discover and read all the latest news, press releases and happenings here at Health Sciences University.
In a move to address the growing global demand for highly skilled healthcare professionals, Health Sciences University (HSU) has announced a strategic partnership with Oxford International Education Group (OIEG).
Ella Sandever recently completed the Masters in Sports Rehabilitation and Therapy course. She now works at Poole Town Football Club in a full-time role as a Sports Therapist.
Jessica Mead recently graduated from the Master of Chiropractic course. Jessica flew to Yei, South Sudan, to help The Brickworks charity provide education to healthcare students and staff about back pain.
This November we celebrated the achievements of UCO School of Osteopathy graduates at London's Bridge Theatre.
HSU will be delighted to welcome students, staff, alumni and members of the public to attend the lecture by Professor Stewart Cotterill.
Hope Beales was recently awarded Student of the Year at the United Chiropractic Association (UCA) Chiropractic Essentials conference.
