Nursing and Midwifery

Our courses provide a high-quality educational experience in a friendly and supportive environment, helping you to develop into a healthcare professional who can make a real difference.

Choose your Specialism

Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Chester opens doors to careers in all major fields of nursing.

Adult Nursing

Become a confident, compassionate nurse with our full-time Adult Nursing degree -3 years (or 4 with a Foundation Year). Study an NMC-accredited course blending theoretical learning and study with simulated learning and real-world placements in diverse settings across Cheshire, Merseyside and Shropshire. Foundation Year available for those without standard qualifications.

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

Children's Nursing

Train as a skilled and caring children’s nurse with our full-time degree - 3 years (or 4 with a Foundation Year). Based in Chester, you'll combine NMC-accredited study, hands-on simulation, and real-world placements in a diverse range of settings across Cheshire, Merseyside and Shropshire to support children, young people, and families.

Mental Health Nursing

Become a capable, confident mental health nurse with our full-time degree - 3 years (or 4 with a Foundation Year). NMC-accredited and based in Chester or Warrington, the course blends simulation and real-world placements across acute, community, forensic, CAMHS, crisis, and substance misuse services.

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Learning Disability Nursing

Train to support people with learning disabilities across all ages through our full-time degree - 3 years (or 4 with a Foundation Year). Based in Chester, this NMC-accredited course combines simulated learning, real-world placements, and person-centred care in a diverse range of settings across Cheshire, Merseyside and Shropshire.

Integrated Masters

Our Integrated Masters provides you with an equally weighted dual field NMC qualification in two nursing fields (Adult/Child/Mental Health/Learning Disability). It gives you the unique opportunity to gain wider and more in-depth experiences of nursing to meet the changing and challenging healthcare environment.

A group of nurses working on children's nursing simulation ward.

Midwifery

Prepare for a rewarding career as a midwife with our full-time Midwifery BSc (Hons) - 3 years (or 4 with a Foundation Year). NMC-accredited, the course blends cutting-edge simulation with hands-on clinical practice, equipping you with the skills to deliver safe, evidence-based care.