AECC University College

  • Founded: 1965
  • Address: Parkwood Road - Dorset, United Kingdom (Map)
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Since we opened our doors to students in 1965, we have been leaders in healthcare education and training, providing the world with professionals who are enthusiastic, capable and ready to make a difference to society. As the first chiropractic college in Europe, our success is built on a commitment to excellence.

Our continuous drive in innovation and growth has led to AECC developing a number of programs across healthcare specialisms. New courses in imaging and in sports and exercise, which are all supported by our onsite training clinic and state-of-the-art facilities, are further support of our commitment to public health and well-being.

Course and lecturers

At AECC University College we teach an array of undergraduate and postgraduate subjects in health sciences. along with our flagship Master of Chiropractic course, we also teach subjects in radiology, rehabilitation, medical ultrasound, sports psychology and lots more.

Whether you are looking for pre-university, undergraduate, postgraduate, CPD, or short courses we have a great choice of health science courses for you to choose from.

Undergraduate Courses

  • Masters in Chiropractic - MChiro (Hons)
  • BSc (Hons) Sport, Exercise and Health Science
  • BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging)
  • BSc (Hons) Radiography (Radiotherapy and Oncology)
  • BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation Science
  • BSc (Hons) Psychology
  • BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • BSC (Hons) Sports Rehabilitation

Postgraduate Courses

  • MSc Medical Ultrasound
  • MSc Chiropractic
  • MSc Chiropractic (Graduate Entry)
  • MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration)
  • MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology (Online)
  • MSc Sport Rehabilitation and Therapy
  • MSc Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation
  • MSc Psychological Therapy
  • MSc Paediatric Musculoskeletal Health

Clinical Facilities

As part of your degree you'll learn and train in one of Europe's largest placement clinics - right at the heart of our campus. Whether you're working in our high-diagnostic imaging facilities, our internationally-renowned chiropractic clinic, or the fully equipped Exercise and Sport Performance Centre, we'll help you get work-ready in a real-world clinical environment. Our clinics receive thousands of patients a year giving you a one-stop shop of patient care from diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation.

You won’t find equipment like this in every institution. We have one of only seven upright MRI scanners in the country, alongside digital x-ray equipment, quantitative fluoroscopy and high-specification Samsung ultrasound scanners. In our Human Performance Laboratory, you’ll master state-of-the-art testing and analysis equipment used to support professional sportspeople, and you’ll learn about rehab, injury resistance and performance enhancement in our Exercise Centre.

There are many benefits to studying at AECC University College, from our expertise and history in teaching health sciences, to our state-of-the-art facilities, on-site clinical training, and of course our location on the beautiful Bournemouth coast. Whatever your interest in health sciences, be it chiropractic, rehabilitation, sports psychology, radiography, you can do it all and more at AECC University College.

  • Leadership: Lesley Haig (Vice Chancellor)
  • Gender: Mixed (Co-education)
  • Number of Students: 1000
  • Postal Code: BH5 2DF
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  • Timings: Mon to Fri | 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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Community Reviews (2)

The transformative education at this University is truly remarkable, bolstered by an incredibly dedicated staff who ensure every student flourishes.
By Aisyah Rahman (Feb, 2024) | Reply

Myself, my son, my Husband and my Dad have been treated here (AECC Chiropractic Clinic) and I now (passed year) work here (AECC University College) Great place, excellent facilities, happy achieving students and lovely work colleagues. Highly recommend.
By Sarah Griffiths (Nov, 2017) | Reply