School of Allied Health and Life Sciences

A School of the Faculty of Sport, Technology and Health Sciences.

The School of Allied Health and Life Sciences offers you vocationally-relevant, professionally-accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programmes of the highest academic standards in the field of allied health, nutrition, and psychology.

You will be taught in high-quality, specialist teaching facilities by expert staff, who are either research-focused, or specialised practitioners in their field, or both.

We offer and continue to develop an attractive portfolio of research-informed and professionally accredited programmes. You will develop key transferable skills, and experience real-life situations that will equip you to contribute to a modern global society.

Life as a student

At St Mary’s, your student experience goes far beyond the classroom. You’ll benefit from outstanding teaching shaped by cutting-edge research, while immersing yourself in real-world learning that brings theory to life.

Our strong partnerships with local and national organisations open doors to unique placement opportunities across diverse professional settings. From the NHS and private clinics to sports teams and residential care homes, you’ll gain hands-on experience that builds confidence, sharpens your skills, and prepares you for a successful career.

Students participating in a Physiotherapy session.

Services and facilities

When you join St Mary’s, you become part of a vibrant, inclusive community of students and staff who share a passion for learning and professional growth. We’re here to support you every step of the way, with a wide range of pastoral and academic services designed to help you thrive and achieve your career ambitions.

Our campus is home to world-class facilities that bring your learning to life. Explore our BASES-accredited Exercise Physiology Laboratories, experience hands-on training in the Naylor Building Simulated Learning Environment, and access specialist spaces like the Anthropometry and Body Composition Suite and Nutrition Suite. For those with a sporting edge, you’ll find the iconic Sir Mo Farah Athletics Track and our cutting-edge Performance Education Centre right on campus.

And because we’re based in London, you’ll enjoy access to leading organisations locally, nationally, and internationally—opening doors to opportunities that can shape your future.