This page brings together everything you need to prepare for your first weeks at HSU, including key information about enrolment, your course, student support services, accommodation, and what to expect when you arrive.
Starting university is an exciting milestone, and we are delighted that you have chosen to join our HSU community. Whether you are moving away from home, returning to study, or beginning the next step in your healthcare career, we are here to support you every step of the way.
As a specialist health university, you’ll join a community united by a shared ambition to improve lives through healthcare, wellbeing and education. You’ll learn from experienced academics and healthcare professionals, gain valuable hands-on experience, and begin building the skills and confidence needed for your future career.
We’ll continue to update these pages with useful information over the coming weeks, so please check back regularly.
We look forward to welcoming you to Health Sciences University and helping you make the most of your student experience.
Congratulations on securing your place at Health Sciences University. On behalf of everyone at HSU, I am delighted to welcome you to our vibrant and growing community.
You are joining us at an exciting time in our history. As one of the UK’s leading specialist health universities, HSU brings together expertise across a wide range of health, wellbeing and performance disciplines, united by a shared commitment to improving lives and shaping the future of healthcare.
Studying at HSU is about much more than gaining a degree. It is about becoming part of a community that is passionate about making a difference. You will learn from experienced academics and healthcare professionals, develop your skills through hands-on learning in our specialist facilities and teaching clinics, and gain the confidence, knowledge and practical experience needed to thrive in your future career.
Along the way, you will have opportunities to challenge yourself, build lifelong friendships, explore new perspectives and discover what you are truly capable of achieving. Whether your ambition is to care for patients, lead innovation, improve population health or influence the future of healthcare, we are here to support you every step of the way.
At HSU, we are proud of our welcoming and inclusive culture, where every student is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. We look forward to helping you achieve your goals and celebrating your successes throughout your time with us.
I wish you every success in the months and years ahead and look forward to welcoming you in person very soon.
Professor Lesley Haig
Vice Chancellor
“A huge congratulations and welcome to the Health Sciences University family!
You’ve worked hard to get here, and we can’t wait to help you settle in, make friends, and enjoy every moment of student life. Keep an eye out for our welcome events and activities — this is just the beginning of an amazing journey!”
Best wishes,
The SU Team
Get connected before Freshers’ Week begins!
Join our WhatsApp groups to find out what’s happening, meet new people, and stay up to date with everything going on during Freshers’ Week.
Whether you’re heading to Bournemouth or London, our groups are the easiest way to:
Our Admissions team will email you information and registration instructions ahead of the start of your course, along with details of any documentation or other checks you need to complete as part of the registration process.
As part of this information you’ll be sent a link to our online registration form which takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. By registering you’ll also be agreeing to abide by our Student Terms & Conditions and our regulations and policies. More information about these will be sent with your registration instructions.
For the majority of our courses you will need to complete your enrolment in person during Welcome and Induction Week. You will be sent the date and time of your enrolment session via email. Details can also be found in Important Information about your course below.
Our Welcome and Induction Weeks are designed to help you settle in to university life and include opportunities to meet with your course team, find out more about services available to you, familiarise yourself with campus and the local area and get to know your fellow students at social events organised by our SU team.
Some elements are compulsory and others optional, but we encourage you to take part in as much as you can. Details of your Welcome Week Schedule will be sent to you prior to the start of Welcome Week and can also be accessed below.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your Access course, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your BSc (Hons) Radiography (Radiotherapy and Oncology) studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your Foundation Year, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your Master of Chiropractic studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your Master of Osteopathy studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your MSc Advanced Clinical Practice Integrated Degree Apprenticeship studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your MSc Musculoskeletal Paediatric Health studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your MSc Performance Psychology studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
More information to come – please check later.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
More information to come – please check later.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your MSc Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
More information to come – please check later.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your MSc Sport Rehabilitation Therapy (Pre Reg) studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your MSc Osteopathy (Pre-reg) studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
Find out more here.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your PgCert Medical Ultrasound studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
More information to come – please check later.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your MSK Medical Ultrasound studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
More information to come – please check later.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your Research Degree studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
More information to come – please check later.
Find everything you need to prepare for the start of your PGCert First Contact Practice studies, including a welcome from your Course Leader, introductions to the teaching team, and useful information to help you get ready for life at HSU.
More information to come – please check later.
During your welcome and induction week there will be lots of opportunity to explore your campus and the surrounding area, but you can start to familiarise yourself ahead of arrival with our handy guides below.
Register with a GP near your term-time address so you can access healthcare while you’re at university. You can find local GP surgeries and NHS dentists on the NHS website. It’s also a good idea to register with a dentist early, as NHS appointments can be limited.
You’ll usually register with a GP near your term-time address, but you can still receive treatment near your permanent home as a temporary patient during holidays if needed.
Academic Writing Skills
Study Support
Pastoral Care
Access and Inclusion Advisers
Financial Support
Careers and Employability Services
Council Tax: Most full-time students don’t have to pay Council Tax. If you live only with other full-time students, your home is usually exempt. If you live with non-students, different rules may apply.
TV Licence: Students need a TV Licence if they watch or record live TV or use BBC iPlayer. If you only watch on-demand services like Netflix or Disney+ (and don’t watch live TV or BBC iPlayer), you don’t need one.
Find out more about parking at our Campus: LONDON or BOURNEMOUTH
Feeling nervous before starting university is completely normal. Many students feel the same way, whether it’s about meeting new people, living independently, or adjusting to a new routine.
If you’re feeling unsure or anxious, get in touch with us. We can arrange an online chat or you can pop in for a chat over a cup of tea. We can answer your questions and connect you with our specialist student services, who can provide practical support and advice to help you settle in.
If you need support during your studies, HSU’s Student Services team is here to help. Whether you have questions about your studies, wellbeing, finances, or personal circumstances, the team can provide advice and connect you with the right support.
You can contact Student Services with any questions or concerns — even if you’re not sure what help you need. They’ll listen, offer guidance, and help you access the right service for you.
Health Sciences University
Bournemouth Campus
Parkwood Road
Bournemouth
BH5 2DF
Health Sciences University
London Campus
275 Borough High Street,
London
SE1 1JE
Health Sciences University
Reading Campus
19 Castle Street
Reading
RG1 7SB