Department of Medical Science & Public Health Discover more about our work in the fields of human sciences and public health and find out about how we influence policy in these areas.
Department of Midwifery & Health Sciences The Midwifery & Health Sciences department supports the development of professionals for midwifery, paramedic science and operating department practice.
Department of Nursing Science Learn about the training we offer in nursing and clinical sciences, as well as what research we're conducting in this field.
Department of Rehabilitation & Sport Sciences The Department of Rehabilitation & Sport Sciences supports the development of allied health professionals (Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists), Nutritionists, Sports Therapists and Sport and Exercise Scientists.
Department of Social Sciences & Social Work Read about how our research into the fields of social sciences and social work has an impact on people's lives and find out how that feeds into our courses.
Meet our staff We’re home to a team of dedicated, research-active staff spread across five different departments. By working together with regional healthcare partners, our international research is helping people live better, healthier lives and age well.
CPD for you and your employees See what Continuing Professional Development (CPD) units we offer and find out how completing these could lead to a Master's qualification.
Simulation-based education Our healthcare students are supported in developing clinical skills and simulation-based learning so that they can develop and rehearse their skills in realistic but safe scenarios.
Public Involvement in Education and Research Find out how we include carers and service users in our work, from our research and teaching to our admissions process and course development.
National Centre for Cross Disciplinary Social Work The National Centre for Cross Disciplinary Social Work (NCCDSW) at Bournemouth University is dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by enhancing professional health and social care practice.
Faculty of Health & Social Sciences Research Institutes and Centres Read more about our research institutes and centres and how we collaborate with experts in other fields.
Hospital wards Find out about our patient wards where you can practice your skills and get used to working in a hospital ward setting.
Operating theatre Experience what it’s like to work in surgery within our operating theatre/anaesthetic room simulation suite.
See more of our facilities Explore the other facilities we make use of within the faculty and find out how they can improve your learning experience.
Bournemouth Gateway Building See around the purpose-built home for the Faculty of Health & Social Sciences.
09/10/2024 Bournemouth researchers to develop project to help public detect skin cancer sooner More people may be able to recognise the early signs of skin cancer as part of a new project being.
09/09/2024 BU-UHD Leadership Conference looks at innovation and best practice to inspire improvement A leadership conference designed to inspire NHS and university leaders through innovation and equality has taken place at BU.
11/07/2024 Minority groups face additional barriers in accessing domestic abuse services, research finds The research, undertaken by Bournemouth University in partnership with Yellow Door and Stop Domestic Abuse, explored the experiences of LGBTQ+, black and ethnic minority, and disabled victims of domestic abuse.
27/06/2024 Research influencing women’s health services in Dorset and beyond BU hosted the Women’s Health Research Symposium 2024, showcasing women’s health research in Dorset and outlining key priorities in women’s healthcare.