About the University

About the University

A forward-thinking Modern University at the heart of a Historic City.

1839the year our history began

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Modern Learning, Historic City

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Student Engagement Plan

Citizen Student Strategy

News andOpinion

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Latest Celebrity Traitors developments analysed in University of Chester Psychology team’s Spotify podcast

October 22, 2026
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Trailblazing national list recognises voluntary work of 16 Chester Law students

October 20, 2026
Law students at the Chester Civil and Family Justice Centre, where they acted as McKenzie Friends to those without legal representation.

Chester-based business helping thousands of international students and young people feel welcome

October 20, 2026
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Across the university

Work with us

Alumni

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Business

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Community

Partnerships

Schools and Colleges

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Information about...

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Equality and Diversity

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How to contact us

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Sustainability

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Upcoming Events

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Library Drop-In - Wheeler Library

Friendly library drop-ins across all sites. Get in-person support with finding resources, research, databases, search strategies and more.

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University Experience Week

University Experience Week (26-30 Oct): 2.5-hour subject tasters for post-16 students. Attend sessions and explore university study.

Outreach Taste of University session

University Experience Week

University Experience Week (26-30 Oct): 2.5-hour subject tasters for post-16 students. Attend sessions and explore university study.

Outreach Taste of University session