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Health Sciences University

Bournemouth, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 1965

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

1965

Type

Public

Location

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Ranking

Not ranked

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About the university

Health Sciences University (HSU) is a specialist health university based in Bournemouth, with a campus in central London. It began in 1965 as the first chiropractic training provider in Europe, was known as AECC University College, and took its current name in August 2024, when the University College of Osteopathy joined it as the UCO School of Osteopathy.

HSU teaches chiropractic, osteopathy, radiography, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, podiatry, dietetics, speech and language therapy, sport rehabilitation and healthcare management. For Indian graduates the main draw is the two-year pre-registration master's courses, which lead to the professional registration needed to work in these fields in the UK. Most international fees for 2026/27 are £17,684 a year.

Founded
1965, as the first chiropractic training provider in Europe
Name
Known as AECC University College until August 2024, when it became Health Sciences University
Degree powers
Taught Degree Awarding Powers gained in 2017
Campuses
Bournemouth (main campus), London (including the UCO School of Osteopathy) and Reading
Intakes
September for most undergraduate courses; January for most pre-registration master's courses; some courses also start in May

Rankings

    Popular courses with Indian students

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    Fees for international students

    Course fees
    CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
    MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration)2 years (full time)£17,684≈ ₹21.6 lakh
    MSc Global Healthcare Management12 months£15,000≈ ₹18.3 lakh
    MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration)2 years (full time)£17,684≈ ₹21.6 lakh
    MSc Dietetics (Pre-registration)2 years (full time)£17,684≈ ₹21.6 lakh
    MSc Podiatry (Pre-registration)2 years (full time)£17,684≈ ₹21.6 lakh
    MSc Speech and Language Therapy (Pre-registration)2 years (full time)£17,684≈ ₹21.6 lakh
    MSc Chiropractic (Pre-registration)2 years (full time)£17,684≈ ₹21.6 lakh
    MSc Osteopathy (Pre-registration)2 years (full time)£17,684≈ ₹21.6 lakh

    Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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    Scholarships

    • Master of Chiropractic (MChiro), including with Foundation Year (2027-28)

      Global Chiropractic Educational Scholarship

      Value: £5,000 off tuition fees each year of study

      Eligibility: New overseas fee payers with an offer for an eligible MChiro programme. Applied automatically; not normally combined with other HSU scholarships.

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    • Postgraduate

      Vice-Chancellor's Bursary (MSc Global Healthcare Management)

      Value: £2,500 off the £15,000 fee (2026/27)

      Eligibility: International students on MSc Global Healthcare Management.

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    • Undergraduate

      Global Partnership Scholarship

      Value: £3,000 off tuition fees in the first year only

      Eligibility: International students on undergraduate courses who meet the criteria in the Bursary and Scholarships Policy.

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    • Full-time courses

      Pay-in-full discount

      Value: £350 off

      Eligibility: International students who pay the full course fee within two weeks of registration (2026/27).

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    Admission requirements

    Undergraduate

    • Each course has its own international entry requirements; HSU publishes lists for chiropractic, sport and exercise science, psychology and radiography.
    • Apply through UCAS (institution code A65).
    • Some clinical courses, such as the MChiro, also need a police check or equivalent.

    Postgraduate

    • Pre-registration master's courses need a relevant bachelor's degree; MSc Osteopathy normally asks for a 2:1 or 2:2 in a health science-based subject.
    • Applications for January-start pre-registration courses are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close early.
    • International students pay a deposit to secure their place: 100% of the fee for courses of one year or less, or £2,000 for longer courses, at least six weeks before the start date.

    Documents

    • Valid passport
    • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
    • Degree certificate and transcripts (postgraduate)
    • IELTS or another UKVI-accepted English test
    • Personal statement
    • Reference

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    English language requirements

    English requirements
    Test or routeTypical requirement
    IELTS AcademicUndergraduate 6.0 with 5.5 in each component; postgraduate 6.0 or 7.0 depending on the course. Many clinical courses ask for 7.0 (6.5 in each), and speech and language therapy 8.0.
    PTE AcademicUndergraduate 59 with 59 in each component; higher-requirement postgraduate courses 68. Take it at a UKVI-approved centre if you need a Student visa.
    TOEFL iBTAccepted for admission (79 or 100 overall depending on level) but cannot be used for a Student visa.
    Indian Class 12 EnglishStandard XII from CBSE or ISC boards with 70% or above is accepted for courses that need IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component).

    Accommodation and living costs

    In Bournemouth, HSU's partner halls are run by Lulworth Student Company, with en suite rooms in 6- or 7-bed flats and studios, about a 10-minute bus ride from campus. You can book once you hold an offer; rents are set by Lulworth. Bills are included in hall rents. HSU also helps January starters and London students find housing.

    Accommodation and living costs
    ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
    Weekly food shopping in Bournemouth (university estimate)£40per week≈ ₹4,880

    Campus and location

    The main campus is in Bournemouth on the south coast, with teaching clinics where students treat patients. Osteopathy is taught in central London through the UCO School of Osteopathy.

    • Purpose-built teaching clinic with 33 treatment rooms, opened in 2009.
    • Open upright MRI scanner, installed in 2015.
    • Integrated Rehabilitation Centre, opened in October 2022.
    • Aldi, Lidl and ASDA within easy reach of the campus and halls.

    Careers and graduate outcomes

    Pre-registration courses prepare you for registration with the relevant UK regulator, such as the HCPC for physiotherapy, occupational therapy, podiatry and speech and language therapy, and are built around clinical placements. For post-study work rules see our UK country guide.

    Graduate outcomes
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    FAQs

    How much does HSU cost for international students?

    For 2026/27 most courses cost £17,684 a year, the sport rehabilitation master's courses £17,520 and MSc Global Healthcare Management £15,000 (£12,500 after the Vice-Chancellor's Bursary). 2027/28 fees were not yet published when we checked.

    When do the pre-registration master's courses start?

    Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, dietetics, podiatry, speech and language therapy and chiropractic pre-registration courses start in January. MSc Osteopathy starts with a summer school in August before a September start.

    Can I use Class 12 English instead of IELTS?

    HSU accepts Standard XII English from CBSE or ISC boards at 70% or above for courses that need IELTS 6.0. Clinical courses with higher requirements, such as IELTS 7.0, need a test score.

    Do I need to pay a deposit?

    Yes. For courses of one year or less the deposit is the full tuition fee; for longer courses it is £2,000. It must be paid at least six weeks before the course starts so the university can issue your CAS.

    Sources

    1. Health Sciences University: Tuition Fees 2026/27 (opens in a new tab)
    2. Health Sciences University: fees and payment information (opens in a new tab)
    3. Health Sciences University: MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) (opens in a new tab)
    4. Health Sciences University: MSc Global Healthcare Management (opens in a new tab)
    5. Health Sciences University: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
    6. Health Sciences University: international entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
    7. Health Sciences University: scholarships and bursaries 2027-28 (opens in a new tab)
    8. Health Sciences University: halls of residence (opens in a new tab)
    9. Health Sciences University: living costs in Bournemouth (opens in a new tab)
    10. Health Sciences University: our history (opens in a new tab)

    Official website: www.hsu.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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