Faculty of Health, Medicine and Society

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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

Chester Medical School

School of Allied and Public Health 

School of Nursing and Midwifery

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School of Society

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Working in partnership with employers

We work in partnership with local employer stakeholders to develop and deliver curricula that appeal to students and in many cases lead to a career as a registered health professional.

Faculty Leadership

Professor Angela Simpson

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

Julie Bailey-Mchale

Associate Dean
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Professor Vicky Ridgway

Associate Dean
Dr Victoria Ridgway

Upcoming events

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PGDip Specialist Community Public Health (OH) Nursing event

Are you interested in taking your career in Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN) Occupational Health Nursing, to the next stage? 

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Postgraduate Art Therapy Open Event

Join us for an insightful Art Therapy Open Event at Wheeler, Chester

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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 othe

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.

Latest news and opinion

Results

Home of Medical Sciences officially opened by University of Chester Chancellor, Dame Jenny Harries

ChesterFaculty of Health, Medicine and SocietyHealth and Social CareMedical and Life SciencesUniversity News
January 29, 2026
Bache Hall Opening

Experts break down psychology of The Traitors historic victory, road to the finale and tactics for future contestants

Faculty of Health, Medicine and SocietyPsychology
January 28, 2026
From left to right: Dr Kevin Hochard, Dr Nicola Lasikiewicz and Connor Pell .

Nutrition tips and healthy living advice on offer at University’s free fair

ChesterFaculty of Health, Medicine and SocietyNutrition and DieteticsUndergraduateUniversity News
January 26, 2026
Interest is shown by a student in the 'Budget Friendly Bites' stall at last year's nutrition fair. A number of flyers are on a yellow tablecloth. There are people in the background at other stalls.

The latest developments in The Traitors unpacked by University Psychologists

ChesterFaculty of Health, Medicine and SocietyPsychology
January 21, 2026
Traitors - Nicola, Connor and Kevin

Study shows redesigned online learning environment boosts Nursing students’ engagement and confidence

BirkenheadChesterFaculty of Health, Medicine and SocietyNursing and MidwiferyWarrington
January 21, 2026
Nursing studying

New study highlights wide-ranging benefits and challenges of Professional Doctorates in health and social care

ChesterFaculty of Health, Medicine and SocietyResearch
January 20, 2026
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