Faculty of Health, Medicine and Society

The Faculty of Health, Medicine and Society’s purpose is intrinsically linked with developing the future NHS, Local Authority and health and wellbeing workforce.

The Faculty Schools

Faculty Leadership

Professor Angela Simpson

Pro Vice-Chancellor and Executive Dean, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Society
Angela Simpson

Julie Bailey-mchale

Associate Dean, Teaching and Learning
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Health and Social Care Doctorate Information Events

If you’re a registered professional working within health and social services, and thinking of studying for a doctorate, then join us at one of our online Doctorate Information Events.

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Return to Practice Nursing Events

Return to Practice Nursing (prospects) in-person and online events.

A group of nurses in an adult and children's skills training session on simulation ward.

University of Chester Riverside Museum open

The Faculty of Health, Medicine and Society (FHMS) Historical Society's Riverside Museum will be open between 1pm and 4pm for students, staff and other visitors. Based at the University’s Wheeler Building on Castle Drive, it contains a permanent collection of curiosities from the world of medicine, nursing, midwifery and social work, in addition to an original letter written by Florence Nightingale from Balaclava.

Various items found with a soldier, including a lantern, trench orders booklet, mirror, soap, mug, casualty cards, a variety of books and guides, field dressing, all of the items are placed on top of a wooden foldable camp bed used by some officers in WW1.

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