--- title: "'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' — check charity number SC052221 | CharityCompare" description: "Is 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052221. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fsem-or-fsem-uk retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:20:49.335Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' is a registered charity (number SC052221) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of health; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £863,455 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)'? Registered charity number SC052221 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £863,455 Website [www.fsem.ac.uk](http://www.fsem.ac.uk/) ## What does 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' do? We are a charity and professional membership organisation for Sport and Exercise Medicine (SEM) professionals and our vision is to improve the health of the nation though physical activity. We are dedicated to advancing education, health and science. We do this through exams, education, curriculum, training and accreditation. We set standards and establish clinical standards and best practice to benefit both healthcare professionals and their patients. We support and develop our medical specialty of SEM which is aimed at improving the health of people and populations. We also seek to improve… ## What causes is 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=fsem-or-fsem-uk&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.fsem.ac.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' a legitimate charity? Yes. 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052221) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)''s charity number? 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)''s charity number is SC052221. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052221? Search SC052221 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' do? We are a charity and professional membership organisation for Sport and Exercise Medicine (SEM) professionals and our vision is to improve the health of the nation though physical activity. We are dedicated to advancing education, health and science. We do this through exams, education, curriculum, training and accreditation. We set standards and establish clinical standards and best practice to benefit both healthcare professionals and their patients. We support and develop our medical specialty of SEM which is aimed at improving the health of people and populations. We also seek to improve… Does 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)' have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)'. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)'? 'FSEM' or 'FSEM (UK)''s website is http://www.fsem.ac.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC052221).