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

Julie Bailey-Mchale

Associate Dean

Professor Vicky Ridgway

Associate Dean

Upcoming events

See all Faculty of Health, Medicine and Society events

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.

Health and Social Care Workers from Overseas

Currently, one in five NHS staff are non-UK nationals and since the launch of the NHS in 1948, workers from overseas have played a pivotal role.

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 on