Health, Medicine and Society | University of Chester

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

A young female student using a stethoscope on another student.

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

Upcoming events

Faculty of Health, Medicine and Society

Destination X for Doctors

Destination X for Doctors: put on your theoretical X goggles and come with the speaker on a high-level journey through some of the lesser-known medical specialities and career pathway opportunities.

Plastic Reconstructive Surgery - a life less ordinary

The varied life of the plastic surgeon - last true generalist - is to highlight the varied and rewarding nature of this, the latest surgical speciality.

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.