Access to Higher Education Diploma – Osteopathic Sciences and Healthcare
Take your first step towards a degree in a healthcare discipline with this nationally recognised award.
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The Subjects Offered at Health Sciences University
We offer health education undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and professional short courses in the fields of chiropractic, medical imaging and radiology, psychology and sport, exercise and health science. Visit the subject areas that interests you and register your interest on a course.
Chiropractic
Training to becoming a chiropractor at Health Sciences University can be a hugely rewarding career choice. Our chiropractic courses mean you can learn the skills to diagnose, treat and prevent mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
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First Contact Practice
Allied Health Professions bring a unique set of skills to primary care. A First Contact Practitioner (FCP) is a registered allied health professional who is the first point of contact for patients, providing expertise and increased capacity to general practice and providing patients with faster access to the right care.
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Medical Imaging, Radiography and Radiotherapy
Our School of Radiology provides courses at undergraduate postgraduate level and short courses in ultrasound for a range of healthcare professionals.
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Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapists are creative problem solvers who enjoy enabling people to get the most out of life. As an Occupational Therapist, you'll empower people to overcome challenges that they are facing, so that they can live their lives as independently and fully as possible.
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Osteopathy
Osteopaths are highly trained professionals with particular expertise in the musculoskeletal system – the muscles, joints and their relationship with other systems of the body.
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Podiatry
A Podiatrist looks after the feet, ankles and lower limbs of a patient. Podiatrists are experts in the structure, function and health of these parts of the body. Podiatrists see anyone with a foot problem; treating patients of all ages, from babies to older people.
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Psychology
Where clinical experience and psychological understanding meet. Get to grips with your preferred study of the human mind and its functions.
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Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy offers a varied career path, with opportunities to make a real positive difference to people’s lives.
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Speech and Language Therapy
Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) is a specialised field focused on diagnosing and treating communication disorders and swallowing difficulties.
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Sport, Exercise and Performance
Discover our evidence-based, practical approach to improving elite sport, sports performance, public health, and the wellbeing of the population.
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Dietetics
Studying Dietetics offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on individual and public health by addressing nutritional issues and promoting healthy eating habits.
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Choose from a specialised selection of health science subjects at Health Sciences University. From chiropractic; psychology; sport, exercise and health science; physiotherapy to medical imaging, we have a range of degree courses which are supported by clinical expertise in our on-site clinics.
News
Discover and read all the latest news, press releases and happenings here at Health Sciences University.
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.
Health Sciences University has appointed internationally recognised clinician, researcher and educator Professor Jeremy Lewis PhD FCSP as a Professorial Research Fellow within its Institute of Musculoskeletal Health and Innovation (IMHI).
HSU graduate Sam Bigley studied BSc Exercise Science (Health and Rehabilitation) before progressing into respiratory and prehospital care.
