Health and Social Care Brochure - University of Chester

FACULTY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

Contents Our Programmes

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Our Programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Welcome to Faculty of Health and Social Care . . . . . . . . . . . 4

About the University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

The City of Chester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Why Study at Faculty of Health and Social Care?. . . . . . .7-8

International Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Our Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-33

- Undergraduate Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-17

- Postgraduate Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-30

- Research Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-33

Academic and Administrative Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Supporting Our Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

- Fees and Funding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

- International Offi ce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

- Learning Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

- Accommodation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Contact Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Undergraduate Programmes:

• BA (Hons) Health and Social Care

• BA (Hons) Social Work

• BSc (Hons) Community Health Studies

• BSc (Hons) Professional Practice

• BSc (Hons) Professional Nursing [with the opportunity to

undertake the Overseas Nursing Programme (ONP)]

Postgraduate Programmes:

• MSc Advanced Practice

• MA Art Therapy

• MSc Global Health

• MSc Health Improvement and Wellbeing

• MSc Intercultural Psychotherapy: Theory and Research

• MEd Professional Education

• MSc Professional Nursing [with the opportunity to undertake

the Overseas Nursing Programme (ONP)

• MSc Public Health

• MA Social Work

Research Opportunities:

• Professional Doctorate in Health and Social Care

• MPhil/PhD by Research in Health and Social Care

Welcome to the Faculty of Health and Social Care About the University

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The Faculty of Health and Social Care is one of the

major providers of health and social care education in

the North West of England, off ering a high quality and

exciting portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate

programmes for both the public and independent

sectors with an inter-professional focus. We work

with many national and international organisations,

including the UK Department of Health, the Health

Protection Agency and the European Centre for

Disease Prevention. The Faculty’s foremost aim is to

develop and educate individuals and organisations to

enable them to deliver high quality health and social

care in a variety of practice settings.

We are one of the leading providers, both nationally

and internationally, of a variety of health and social care

education and research disciplines, including nursing,

reproductive health, social work, community health,

mental health, learning disabilities, advanced clinical

practice and continuing professional education. The

scale of our infl uence in the health sector can be seen

in a number of North West organizations.

The programmes taught include bachelor degrees,

top-up degrees and specialised masters’ programmes,

which are focused on producing fl exible and adaptable

health and social care practitioners.

There are opportunities to register for a PhD with

supervision from recognised experts in their fi elds.

Individual Professors, Readers and Teaching Fellows

lead research developments in subjects closely related

to practice-based care.

We look forward to

meeting you!

Professor Mike Thomas

Pro Vice-Chancellor and

Executive

Dean of the Faculty of

Health and Social Care.

Modern facilities, the

University has invested over

£70 million in its campuses

over the past 6 years.

A modern, innovative

institution with over 16,000

students from more than 50

countries.

One of the oldest educational

establishments in the country.

The University of Chester has been consistently improving its presence and position

within various national higher education rankings. A number of subjects taught at

the University have been singled out by various major national newspaper league

tables as representing the very top of their fi eld in key areas of their work (for

instance: Geography: 1st in the country for Student Satisfaction, Education: Best in

the region and the 12th in the country for the delivery of Initial Teacher Training,

Social Work: overall subject ranking 9th in the country).

Among 3 most aff ordable in

terms of living costs (Sunday

Times 2012).

Located within 1 hour train

journey from Manchester and

Liverpool.

Part-time employment opportunities.

A truly British experience –

only 3% of students are from

overseas.

Graduation ceremony held in the Chester

Cathedral, a truly remarkable building, with a

history spanning almost two thousand years.

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recruitment service run by Careers and Employability

Why Study at the Faculty of Health and Social Care?The City of Chester

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When it comes to beautiful cities, Chester,

one of eight British Heritage cities, is one of

the loveliest and on every tourist’s ‘must see’

itinerary.

Located in the heart of the UK, not far from

Liverpool and Manchester, it attracts over 8

million visitors a year. The city, one of the best

preserved walled cities in Europe, dates back

to the Roman times.

As soon as you arrive in Chester you will

appreciate its unique atmosphere and sense

of history. One of Chester’s most outstanding

features is the world famous covered galleries

known as Rows, which are among a few British

sites bidding for World Heritage Site status.

There are many other fi ne buildings including

the Cathedral, Amphitheatre and the second

most photographed clock in Britain after the

Big Ben - the Eastgate Clock.

Chester off ers you an excellent backdrop for

your studies and you will see that the Faculty

of Health and Social Care is ideally placed to

furnish you with the skills, knowledge and

experience you need to fl ourish in the world

of health and social care.

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• The Faculty has a global reputation for delivering some

of the best health and social care courses in the UK. Our

size, infrastructure and resources enable us to off er an

unprecedented range of programmes which are

designed to deliver the relevant cutting edge skills.

• We off er programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate

and doctoral level and we aim to provide education that

develops the competencies, capabilities and

imaginations of our students to prepare them for real-life

challenges.

• Our programmes consist of a variety of modules which

students can choose from depending on their areas of

interest.

• Diff erent teaching methods are used to encourage

student participation. Our practical and innovative

approach to teaching has earned national and

international respect.

• The Faculty has strong collaborative relationships with

national and international public, private and

independent health and social care providers.

• The Faculty is based in a former Chester County Hall-

a prestigious 82,000 square feet building. Students

are provided with an inclusive and comfortable learning

environment, where personal tutors provide individual

academic support.

• The Faculty has its own modern and easy to use library

facilities that cover a wide range of journals and texts in

varying fi elds.

• In the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise a signifi cant

proportion of the University’s research was declared to

be of international quality.

• Our academic staff are at the forefront of research in

a number of areas including diabetes, eating disorders,

mental health, learning disabilities and pedagogical

studies. Our students therefore gain from the experience

of those researching in the most current topics and

formulating the latest ideas.

• Volunteering opportunities: The University has on

off er over 200 volunteer projects to choose from,

ranging from one-off events to long term placements,

from environmental projects to working with young

people, or people who are homeless to university based

opportunities such as academic representatives and

student ambassadors.

The picturesque Roman city of Chester is one of the places that outsiders probably always

expected to have its own university.

The Times

Midwifery Department Achieves UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative Accreditation

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Why Study at the Faculty of Health and Social Care?

The University is the only one in the region to achieve

this recognition and the eighth in the UK. The Baby

Friendly Initiative is a worldwide programme of

the World Health Organisation and UNICEF. This

achievement demonstrates not only the quality of the

teaching provision at the University of Chester but

also the commitment of our students who scored very

highly in the assessments, with many achieving 100%.

Health experts from the

University of Chester have

secured a bid from the

European Union to develop

a curriculum for those

overseeing human seasonal

infl uenza preparations across

each EU country.

Our Nursing and Midwifery

courses receive 7-8

applications per place whilst

our Health and Social Care

course has 5 applicants

competing for each place.

Faculty of Health and Social

Care is the largest faculty

within the University with

over 3200 students studying

at various levels at almost 50

programmes.

Our Social Work degree

has been ranked 9th in the

country out of 74 (Guardian

Subject League Table

2012) and 4th for student

satisfaction (The Times Good

University Guide 2012).

The Faculty of Health and

Social Care has attracted

over £1.3 million in external

research and knowledge

transfer funding during the

period 2007-11.

International Activities Chris Nisbet

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The Faculty’s global presence is reinforced by the participation of students and staff in a

range of development initiatives, cultural projects, overseas conferences which promote

greater understanding and interaction with a worldwide audience.

Faculty of Health and Social Care is involved

in the Kisiizi-Chester Project, which aims

to develop long-term links between the

Church of Uganda Kisiizi Hospital, in

Uganda, the Countess of Chester Hospital

and the University of Chester. It enables

all the institutions involved in the project

to share skills, knowledge and compare

approaches to healthcare management

and education. The project aims to make

a diff erence in transforming the lives

of 250,000 people living in the rural

communities and improving their long-

term prospects.

Second-year students, Claire and Beverly,

completed a two-week placement in

India as part of their degree programme.

Beverley, who is studying for a BSc in

Child Nursing, said: “We both have a real

interest in a global health and decided

to do our placement in India because

healthcare workers practice a lot of

holistic care, which is very diff erent from

the practices we use in this country; it

is very much focused on preventative

measures. It was very interesting to see

the diff erences between Indian and UK

healthcare systems.”

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“Studying at the University

of Chester has been both

challenging and extremely

rewarding. I have enjoyed my

time here and have

benefi ted from

excellent support.”

Chris Nisbet

Health and Social Care

See my video at:www.chester.ac.uk/chrisn

BA (Hons) Health and Social Care BA (Hons) Social Work

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http://www.chester.ac.uk/hci/ug/social

3 years full-time

September

UCAS code: L505

http://www.chester.ac.uk/international/fees/tuition

• International Baccalaureate: a minimum of 24 points.

• A GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics.

• A minimum of 240 UCAS points (or equivalent), of which 200 points must be obtained from GCE and/or VCE A Levels (12 or 6

unit awards), including a grade C in one subject. The remaining points may be achieved from GCE and/or VCE A/AS Levels, VCE

double award.

• Overall IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each band.

• For specifi c interview and entry criteria for this programme visit the University website.

Off ers of a place are dependent on a successful interview, group activity and written test; we require applicants to have evidence

of reasonable amount of relevant experience.

This degree will prepare you to undertake the complex and demanding role of social work and enables you to work with the

most vulnerable children, young people and adults in society. On successful completion you will be eligible to register with the

GSCC Social Care Register to practice as a Social Worker.

Year 1

• Skills for Practice

• People, Society and Ssocial Division

• Social Work: Methods, Models and Theories

• Social Work Law and Policy

• Introduction to Practice

Year 2

• Working with People Part 1 : Assessment: Purpose, Process and Approach

• The Critical Practitioner

• Social Work Law and Ethics

• Practice Placement

Year 3

• Working with people Part 2 : Intervention: Planning, intervention, process and approach

• Dissertation

• Practice placement

Programme Delivery

A combination of teaching methods is used including formal lectures and seminars where students are encouraged to

discuss and develop their own professional identity. These sessions also include scenario-based studies, action learning sets,

presentations, debates, lectures from social work experts and learning through practice. They are supplemented by individual

and small group tutorials.

Assessment

Assessment includes a range of written assignments, presentations, examination, portfolios, role play interview, a dissertation

and practice assessments.

Ann Keeler

Senior Lecturer

Telephone: 01925 534324

Email: [email protected]

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http://www.chester.ac.uk/hci/ug/hsc

3 years full-time

September

UCAS code: L510


• International Baccalaureate: a minimum of 26 points.

• A GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) in English Language, Mathematics and Science.

• A minimum of 240 UCAS points (or equivalent), of which 200 points must be obtained from GCE and/or VCE A Levels (12 or 6

unit awards), including a grade C in one subject. The remaining points may be achieved from GCE and/or VCE A/AS Levels, VCE

double award.

• Overall IELTS score: 6.0 and no less than 5.5 in each band.

This programme is designed to enable you to develop your skills and expertise in the policy, theory and practice (placement year

2) of health and social care. It will also give you an excellent grounding in communication skills which will enable you to work

with individuals and organisations.

Year 1

• Introduction to Health and Social Care

• Law and Policy

• Interpersonal Skills in Health and Social Care

• Developing Study Skills and Professionalism

Year 2

• Equality and Diversity in Health and Social Care

• Safeguarding Vulnerable People

• Interdisciplinary and Partnership Working

• Health and Social Care Research Methodologies

• Work Based Learning

Year 3

• Health and Social Care Dissertation

• Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care

• Personal Development

• Independent Study

• Contemporary Approaches to Health and Social Care Provision

• Public Health for Health and Social Care

• Rehabilitation and Reablement

Programme Delivery

The programme is taught using a variety of formal lectures and seminars where students are encouraged to develop their own

views and articulate them. These sessions also include scenario-based studies, presentations, debates, lectures from health

and social care experts and work based experience. They are supplemented by one-to-one or small group tutorials and online

learning.

Assessment

Assessment includes a combination of written assignments, presentations, poster presentation, examination, portfolio,

refl ective account and dissertation.

Valerie Ebrahimi

Senior Lecturer

Telephone: 01244 511653

Email: v.ebrahimi@ chester.ac.uk

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BSc (Hons) Community Health Studies

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BSc (Hons) Professional Practice

U N D E R G R A D U A T E P R O G R A M M E SU N D E R G R A D U A T E P R O G R A M M E S

http://www.chester.ac.uk/hci/ug/profpractice

1 year full-time (Top Up)

September

Apply directly to the University of Chester


• Available to registered nurses and midwives and other registered allied health and social care professionals

• Applicants must be able to demonstrate attainment of 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5 in a health or social care

related subjects

• Access to relevant care environment

• Overall IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each band

This programme off ers a very wide range of modules for health and social care practitioners to allow choice relevant to their

own clinical area. Optional pathways are available for specifi c expertise such as oncology or critical care but there is more choice

for a variety of practice skills to be developed for the new emerging workforce roles.

• Evidence Based Practice in Health and Social Care

• Foundations in Leadership and Management

• Clinical Supervision

• Learning and Assessment in Practice

• Perspectives in Pharmacology

• Work Related Professional Skills

• Physical Health Needs Assessment for Individuals with Mental Health Problems

• Domestic Abuse

• Respiratory Care

• Care of Patient Requiring Chemotherapy

• Contemporary Perspectives in Cardiac Care

• Tissue Viability

Programme Delivery

Combinations of teaching methods are used for this very fl exible programme including formal lectures and seminars where

students are encouraged to develop their own views and articulate them. Also used are scenario-based studies, presentations,

debates, lectures from health and social care experts and work based experience. They are supplemented by one-to-one or small

group tutorials and online learning.

Assessment

A blend of written assignments, seminar presentations, individual case studies, portfolios and research critique are used.

Maureen Benbow

Senior Lecturer

Telephone: 01270 511034


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http://www.chester.ac.uk/hci/ug/chs

1 year Full-time (Top Up)

September

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• Available to registered nurses and midwives and other registered allied health and social care professionals.

• Applicants must be able to demonstrate attainment of 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5 in a health or social care

related subjects.

• Access to community care environment.

• Overall IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each band.

This is a very fl exible programme which will enable you to develop your skills and expertise as a community based health

and social care practitioner. It will enable you to acquire knowledge in community health and social care policy, theory and

practice to provide care to individuals and populations, thus maximizing their health potential. It will also give you an excellent

understanding of public health working with individuals and across organizations.


• Empowering Healthy Communities

• Interventions for Promoting Healthy Lifestyles

• Palliative End of Life Care

• Principles in Pain Management

• Principles and Practice of Infection Prevention and Control

• Long Term Conditions

• Management of Care for the Older Person

• Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups

• Cognitive Behavioural Interventions

• Mental Health Issues in the Adult Population

• Foundations in Clinical Leadership


Programme Delivery

The programme is taught using student centred methods including problem-based learning, real case scenarios, presentations,

debates, lectures from health and social care experts and work based experience seminars where students are encouraged to

share their own experiences and views. These sessions are supplemented by one-to-one or small group tutorials and online

learning.

Assessment

Various assessment strategies are used including: written assignments, presentations, poster presentation, portfolio and

refl ective account.

Pauline Alexander

Senior Lecturer

Telephone: 01244 511034


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BSc (Hons) Professional Nursing with Overseas Nursing Programme (ONP)

University Senior Lecturer Receives Top Nursing Honour

A Senior Lecturer in Nursing at the University of Chester has been given one of the highest

possible honours in health care after being accorded the title of Queen’s Nurse. The coveted

Queen’s Nurse title is awarded to around 20 nurses each year, making it one of the most

prominent and sought-after awards in the nursing profession.

Irene Cooke- Senior Lecturer, The Community and Child Health Team

http://www.chester.ac.uk/hci/ug/nursing

1 year full-time (Top Up)

September

UCAS code: L505


• Available to registered nurses.

• Applicants must be able to demonstrate attainment of 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5 nursing related subject.

• Overall IELTS 6.5 and no less than 6.5 in each band unless undertaking the ONP which requires IELTS 7.0 in all bands.

This programme is designed for nurses who qualifi ed overseas, and who wish to gain a UK degree in Nursing. It aims to build

on practitioner’s existing experience to enable them to acquire understanding, knowledge and skills to deliver, manage and

develop nursing practice.


• Clinical Context of Care

• Management of Clinical Care

• ONP

• Tissue Viability

• Infection Prevention and Control

• Empowering Healthy Communities

• Management of Care for the Older Person

• Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups

• Long Term Conditions

• Caring for People with Diabetes Mellitus

Programme Delivery

The programme is taught using with a combination of formal lectures and seminars where students are encouraged to develop

their own views and articulate them. These sessions also include scenario-based studies, presentations, clinical skills, lectures

from health and social care experts. They are supplemented by one-to-one or small group tutorials and online learning.

Assessment

Various assessment strategies are used including: written assignments, presentations, OSCE, poster presentation, portfolio and

refl ective account.

Eve Collins

Senior Lecturer

Telephone: 01926 534071


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U N D E R G R A D U A T E P R O G R A M M E S

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Harminder SinghMSc Advanced Practice

Harminder Singh is a remarkable lady who

has dedicated her life to charitable work in

India’s Punjab.

Harminder gained a fi rst class honours

degree in Nursing at the University of

Chester and now works as a hospital nurse.

She returns to Punjab fi ve or six times a year

to work for ASR Charitable Trust, a health and

education focused charity of which she is the

Treasurer and her husband the Chairman.

Harminder graduated from the University of

Chester in September 2009 and now plans

to progress her training to Masters level.

She will be specialising in diabetes care, a

course which will be particularly useful for

her voluntary work, as diabetes is relatively

common in Punjab.

Harminder said: “I come from the Amritsar

region of Punjab, where many people have

little money and often cannot aff ord to

pay for education or healthcare. I started

volunteering at the age of 10, helping out in

an old people’s home, and since then have

always wanted to help other people.

I started my Nursing course in 2006, around

the same time we set up ASR Charitable Trust.

I chose the University of Chester because

the Faculty of Health and Social Care has a

strong reputation.”

Harminder Singh

BSc Nursing

P O S T G R A D U A T E P R O G R A M M E S

http://www.chester.ac.uk/node/7908

1 year full-time

September


• Registration on the appropriate part of a professional register for their chosen pathway.

• A minimum of 2 years’ post registration experience.

• Successful completion of a degree in nursing or a health-related fi eld, or equivalent.

• Support from the employer.

• Evidence of practice in a closely related area of specialism.

• IELTS level 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in any band.

This course is suitable for health and social care professionals who would like to develop higher levels of professional knowledge

and expertise in their sphere of practice. The course aims to prepare practitioners to be able to exercise higher levels of

judgment and problem solving in relation to Advanced Practice. The diff erent pathways facilitate learning in the practitioner’s

chosen fi eld.

• Diagnostics and Health Assessment

• Clinical Examination Skills

• Inter-Professional Practice

• Research

• Dissertation

Programme Delivery

Methods of learning and teaching emphasise student-centred techniques. This enables you to become increasingly autonomous

learners, able to identify your own learning needs and goals within the parameters of the programme aims and outcomes.

The focus is on recognising that you will be expected to lead change in the workplace.

Assessment

Within the programme there are a range of assessment strategies including Objective Structured Clinical Examinations, analysis

of the impact of competency frameworks, presentations .

Glenda Hardy

Senior Lecturer

Telephone: 01270 612533


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Nursing student dedicates life and learning to Punjab charity.

I arrived at Chester fall 2011 to start my MSc in Public Health at the

University of Chester already having a good impression from the

application process. Throughout the application process and after

receiving my letter of acceptance I got plenty of help, answering

all my questions and supplying me with all the information that

I needed. I still fi nd that the University of Chester has a friendly

approach towards international students, with help always available.

I have found that there are few diff erences between studying in

Sweden and England. The major diff erence for me has been to study

several modules at the same time, something I have not been used

to from home. I chose to study abroad to get a better impression of

the public health fi eld and to enhance my possibilities to start my

career. University of Chester is helping me to do that; to inspire me

and boost my skills to get the job I want in the future.

I am very grateful for the opportunities that the University of

Chester have presented me with and in encouraging me to

continue in public health research and apply for PhD studentships.

I have had the opportunity to study at a great institution in the

beautiful, historical city of Chester, whilst also enjoying the social

part of the university life as well. I am a member of the Chester

Women’s Basketball Team and I have made many new friends

from all over the world, which just have made my experience even

better. I would recommend anyone to apply for postgraduate

studies at University of Chester as it is a great institution with all

the resources that you need as a postgraduate student, as well as

off ering a range of extracurricular activities.

Lisa Schölin

MSc Public Health

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Lisa SchölinMA Art Therapy


http://www.chester.ac.uk/postgraduate/art-therapy

2 years full-time

September


• Possess an appropriate degree in art or appropriate professional qualifi cation (e.g. occupational therapy, nursing, teaching,

counseling, social care).

• Demonstrate appropriate artistic expression and understanding of the academic basis of artwork, through the submission of a

portfolio at interview.

• Demonstrate personal maturity, self-awareness, commitment and suitability compatible with training as an art therapist.

• Have one year’s practical experience of working with clients in a care setting.

• Undergo a Criminal Records Bureau check to enable registration with the Independent Safeguarding Authority, in order to

provide protection to vulnerable clients.

• Complete a health questionnaire to demonstrate fi tness to practice.

• Be aware that students have to have personal therapy for the duration of the course (the cost of which is borne by the student

and is in addition to the course fees).

In addition, in order for students to achieve the Health Professions Council’s Standards of Profi ciency for Art Therapists,

applicants must be able to communicate in English to the standard equivalent to IELTS 7, with no element below 6.5.

This programme will provide you with a broad understanding of the theories and practices of art therapy necessary for safe

and eff ective clinical work and to establish you at the forefront of art therapy within a contemporary setting. The course off ers

experience of clinical art therapy practice and supervision as well as group work and current theory.

• Theoretical Perspectives

• Therapeutics and Communication

• Integrating Theory and Practice

• Placement Preparation

• Placement Experience

• Research

• Art Therapy Dissertation

Programme Delivery

There will be an emphasis on experiential learning, where you will actively create meanings through critical refl ection on your

own perceived experiences, and receive the views of others in the context of supervision, group discussion, tutorial support

and peer review. Strategies for learning include experiential learning through the use of practice placements. Art therapy

supervisors in placement will enable you to develop your skills throughout the practice placement. Further opportunities

to practise and develop skills will be provided during interactive lectures, practice-related activities, seminar presentations,

tutorials, discussion groups, problem-based learning, university placement supervision groups and peer and self-directed

learning.

Assessment

Assessments of the programme will be through the use of written work, seminar presentations, visual logs, practice placement

records and refl ective commentaries.

Susan Young

Programme Leader

Telephone: 01244 512267


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University of Chester is very proud of its commitment to

teaching and promoting the student experience. Our ultimate

goal is to promote an optimum learning experience, which

can only be achieved by providing a friendly, supportive and

stimulating environment in which to learn. We have developed

an appropriate infrastructure to respond to the requirements

of both home and international students. We work closely with

local public health organisations to ensure the currency and

relevance of our programmes, and to ensure that students learn

from people with current experience in the fi eld. We actively

promote the integration of international and home students

into the life of the institution, creating a positive experience

so that all can truly benefi t from the cultural diversity of the

student population.

I have worked at the University of Chester for more than fi ve

years. I have a mixed role which includes teaching and research.

My research interests are mainly in epidemiology, social

epidemiology and public health ethics. I have been involved in

several international research projects, and my work has been

published in international peer-reviewed journals. I use aspects

of my research in all the modules that I teach.

Prior to joining the University of Chester, I worked for several

institutions; the warm atmosphere of the Faculty of Health and

Social Care is something I have not experienced at any other

institution. At the University of Chester we do it together.

Mzwandile A. Mabhala

Senior Lecturer in Epidemiology

Mzwandile A. Mabhala

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MSc Global Health


http://www.chester.ac.uk/postgraduate/global-health

1 year full-time

September


• A fi rst degree (second class honours or above) or equivalent qualifi cation.

• In certain circumstances, candidates without a fi rst degree but with exceptional, high level professional responsibility,

experience and motivation will be admitted directly to Masters level study on the provision of evidence demonstrating their

capability to study at this level.

• Applicants should provide evidence of recent study or writing at an appropriate level.

• Applicants will be required to attend an interview.


This programme is specifi cally designed for health professionals, policy makers and managers working in the area of health,

environment and social care development; it aims to equip you with the skills, knowledge and approaches to develop and

deliver eff ective community-based programmes in developing and developed countries. It will appeal to those who work

for governments’ health ministries, including nurses, medical doctors, allied health professionals, social workers etc., and

international non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and environmental agencies. Undertaking this programme will increase

your employability in situations where knowledge of global health developments is a desirable or an essential requirement.

• Global Health in Action

• Global Health in Context

• Global Health Policy for Development

• Principles of Global Health Epidemiology

• Dissertation and Research Methodology

• Health Economics

• Promoting Public Health Practice

• Global Perspectives of Child and Maternal Health

• Global Public Health Protection

• The Environmental Determinants of Health

• Global Mental Health


Programme Delivery

A combination of teaching methods is used including small group work, discussion, interactive lectures, seminar presentations,

project work, case discussions, tutorials, problem-based learning, action learning sets, experiential learning activities, audio-

visual material, blended and e-learning, work-related activities, peer learning and self-directed learning.

Assessment

Knowledge, understanding and intellectual skills, including thinking and cognitive ability, are assessed through written

assignments, examination, seminar presentation, individual case studies, competency self-assessment and a refl ective account.

Andi Mabhala

Senior Lecturer

Telephone:01244 511024


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CONTACT:

MSc Health Improvement and Wellbeing

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MSc Intercultural Psychotherapy: Theoryand Research

P O S T G R A D U A T E P R O G R A M M E S P O S T G R A D U A T E P R O G R A M M E S


1 year full-time

September






• Applicants must have had relevant workplace experience.



• IELTS level 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band.

This programme is specifi cally developed to meet the changing needs of students from a wide range of health and social care

backgrounds who are engaged in improving the health and wellbeing of the population. The programme content is designed for

fl exible inter-professional learning and incorporates international, national and local policies and perspectives. By undertaking

this programme you will increase your employability in situations within health, social, private and public sector organisations.

• Health Improvement and Wellbeing

• Epidemiology Approaches to H&WB or Inequalities in Health

• Promoting Public Health

• Research or Option

• Dissertation or Dissertation with research methods

• Protecting Population Health

• Contemporary Health Promotion

• Cognitive Behavioural Interventions

• Health and Social Care Commissioning

• Leadership, Development and Change

• Infection, Prevention and Control

• Other options as available

Programme Delivery

A facilitative approach to learning will be used including small group work, discussion, interactive lectures, seminar

presentations, project work, case discussions, tutorials, problem-based learning, action learning sets, experiential learning

activities, blended and e-learning, work-related activities, peer learning and self-directed learning.

Assessment

Modules will be assessed by a variety of assessment strategies including written assignments, examination, seminar

presentation, individual case studies, competency self-assessment and a refl ective account.

Frances Wilson

Senior Lecturer

Telephone: 01244 511651


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CONTACT:


1 year full-time

September




This programme off ers a unique opportunity to explore the emerging fi eld of cultural competence in psychotherapies. You

will explore the core values of and approaches to a culturally competent model of psychotherapy. This will include using tools

to refl ect on personal cultural values and the impact these have on styles of communication; the integrity of the world view

of traditional approaches to health and healing; and a critical exploration of diff erent therapeutic models in a multicultural

context.

• Intercultural Communication

• Traditional Healing and Healers

• Intercultural Approach – Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy

• Intercultural Approach – Art Psychotherapy

• Intercultural Approach – Group Psychotherapy

• Research

• Dissertation

Programme Delivery

Methods of learning and teaching emphasise student and group-centred techniques. This enables you to become increasingly

autonomous learners, fostering personal, professional and academic development, within the parameters of the programme

aims and outcomes.

Assessment

Within the programme there are a range of assessment strategies including self-guided refl ection, presentations and written

assignments, examination, seminar presentation, individual case studies, competency self-assessment and a refl ective account.

Matt Bowen

Senior Lecturer

Telephone: 01244 511961


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CONTACT:

MEd Professional Education

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MSc Professional Nursing with Overseas Nursing Programme (ONP)

27P O S T G R A D U A T E P R O G R A M M E S P O S T G R A D U A T E P R O G R A M M E S


1 year full-time

September









This programme is specifi cally designed for health and social care professionals who want to develop the educational focus

of their roles. It will enable participants to engage with current educational theory and pedagogical research to develop an

in-depth understanding of professional education. It will equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to use a range of

learning and teaching strategies, to implement appropriate assessment and evaluation approaches and to develop curricula

relevant to their own contexts of practice. It will appeal to educationalists and senior health and social care professionals within

the independent, private and public sector health care providers. Professionals undertaking this programme will be prepared to

develop and deliver programmes of study relevant to their own profession.

• Professional Education (theory and practice)

• Assessment and Evaluation of Learning

• Curriculum Design and Development

• Leadership, Development and Change

• Research

• Dissertation

• Engaging with Masters Study

• Learning and Assessment in Professional Practice


• Health Economics

• Global Public Health Protection

• Managing Changes in Health Care

• Managing in Health Care Organisations

• Applying Theories of Health Care Management

Programme Delivery

A variety of teaching and learning strategies will be used to meet the programme learning outcomes. Emphasis, however, will

be placed on small group work, discussion, seminar presentations, work-based learning, e-learning, problem-based learning,

action learning sets, micro teaching and learning through the practice of teaching. Self-directed, inter-professional learning and

peer-learning will be encouraged throughout, consistent with the philosophy of the programme.

Assessment

You will be exposed to a variety of assessment methods designed to ensure that the content, outcomes and level of the modules

are measured. Examples include assignments, seminar presentations and refl ective accounts.

Dr Janice Gidman

Senior Teaching Fellow

Telephone: 01244 513384


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CONTACT:

http://www.chester.ac.uk/postgraduate/professional-nursing

18 months full-time

September


• Be registered as nurses overseas.

• Have at least one year’s post-qualifying experience.

• Have academic qualifi cations to degree level (120 credits at levels 4, 5 and 6 equivalent).


In addition those students wishing to undertake the Overseas Nurses Programme must:

• Meet the NMC standards for registration – a decision letter from the NMC will be required. Visit www.nmc-org for further

details.

• Have achieved International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 7. Students with a score greater than 6.5

but less than 7 can commence the Masters in Nursing Programme and access the Overseas Nurses Programme once they have

achieved the IELTS of 7.

The Masters in Professional Nursing programme is designed for nurses who qualifi ed overseas, and who wish to gain a UK

Master’s degree in Professional Nursing. We aim to build on practitioners’ existing experience to enable them to acquire

advanced understanding, knowledge and skills to deliver, manage and develop nursing practice.

Whilst undertaking this Masters programme you will be given the opportunity to complete the Overseas Nurses Programme

enabling you to register on the NMC professional register and improving your global employability in health and social-care

settings.

• Clinical Context of Nursing

• Leadership in Nursing

• Research in Nursing

• Dissertation

• Overseas Nurses Programme

• Health Promotion

• Infection Prevention and Control

• Leadership Development and Change

• Clinical Examination Skills

• Global Health Improvement

• Organisation and Management of Palliative Care

• Engaging with Masters Study

Programme Delivery

You will experience a range of teaching and learning methods designed to facilitate the achievement of all learning outcomes

within a student-centred approach, and to foster personal and professional development. Methods of learning and teaching

will include formal lectures, scenario-based learning sessions, tutorials, seminars, presentations and debates, refl ection,

practice-based workshops, directed study, private study sessions, and e-learning packages.

Assessment

A blend of written assignments, seminar presentations, individual case studies, coursework assignments, portfolios, research

critique, dissertation/change proposal and practice assessment.

Alan Massey

Senior Lecturer

Telephone: 01925 534693


COURSE DETAILS:


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CONTACT:

MSc Public Health John Okikiolu

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My name is John Okikiolu and I am from Nigeria. I did my fi rst

degree in pharmacy and have worked in diff erent fi elds of

pharmacy since then.

When deciding where to study, I checked and contacted several

schools but my choice of the University of Chester was based on

a combination of factors. Most important of those factors was

the response and support I got from the international offi ce in

making an application. My enquiries were answered promptly

and in great detail. Another key factor in choosing university of

Chester was the location of the university. Chester came across

to me as a city that will be peaceful and away from the ‘buzz’ that

will be associated with cities like London or Manchester. Such

environment will support good learning and distractions will be

minimal. The cost of the course was also very attractive when

compared with similar institutions in the UK.

The most enjoyable thing I have found about my course is the

level of personal attention given to each student by the tutors.

The adequate attention has helped me to settle down faster

into the UK system of education which is quite diff erent from

what I had during my undergraduate days in Nigeria. The tutors

were also very approachable and I didn’t fi nd it diffi cult to walk

into any of their offi ces if I had anything to discuss. The lecturers

always succeed in stimulating the students’ interest in the

subject matter, making use of very recent and contemporary

issues to achieve this.

Settling down in the UK, particularly Chester has been very easy

for me because people are friendly and always ready to help.

The series of programs organized by the international welfare

team has also been very eff ective in helping international

students socialize and make friends from all across the globe.

I am proud to say I now have American, Indian, Malaysian,

Ghanaian friends and it has been fun interacting with them and

learning their diff erent cultures and lifestyles. This is in addition

to my numerous British friends.

“The most enjoyable

thing I have found

about my course is

the level of personal

attention given to

each student by the

tutors.”John Okikiolu, MSc Public Health



1 year full-time

September


• An appropriate fi rst degree (with a minimum of 50% pass), or equivalent professional qualifi cations.

• Applicants should have fl uent writing skills and be numerate.


This programme is suitable for non-medical and medical graduates who are currently working in public health or health

improvement roles, or for those who wish to move into this fi eld. The MPH aims to develop a broad understanding of public

health by developing knowledge, understanding and skills in the core disciplines of epidemiology and statistics.

• Protecting Population Health and Wellbeing

• Epidemiology and Statistics for Public Health

• Contemporary Issues in Public Health

• Research Dissertation

• Promoting Public Health Practice

• Research

• Philosophy, Theory and Practice of Research

• An introduction to Statistical Methods for Quantitative Research

• An introduction to Qualitative Research

• Advanced Statistical Methods for Quantitative Research

• Advanced Qualitative Research

• Evidence-based Public Health: Concepts, Principles and Methods

• Quantitative Research Design and Survey Methodology

Programme Delivery

A variety of learning and teaching methods are used to meet the programme aims and learning outcomes. These include

tutorials, small group work, discussion, seminar presentations, formal lectures, project work, computer-based workshops and

experiential learning activities. Self-directed and peer learning are encouraged throughout, consistent with the philosophy of

the programme.

Assessment

A diversity of methods will be used to assess your work including essay-type assignments, analysis of case studies and oral

presentations.

Andi Mabhala

Senior Lecturer

Telephone: 01244 511024


COURSE DETAILS:


START DATE:

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CONTACT:

MA Social Work

3130

http://www.chester.ac.uk/postgraduate/social-work

September


• 2:1 fi rst degree or equivalent (2:2 will be considered only if the candidate has an extensive social care work experience).

• Good standard of physical and mental health.

• Candidates need to demonstrate substantial experience of working in the social care sector with children, families and/or

adults - preferably a mix.

• Candidates short-listed for interview will have demonstrated their knowledge and understanding of social work roles, tasks

and functions; their awareness of social injustice; discrimination and oppression within society and their commitment to social

work as a professional ambition/career.

• Any off er given will be subject to enhanced CRB clearance.

• IELTS level 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in any band and 6.5 in speaking.

• English language and Mathematics at Grade C GCSE or equivalent.

This degree will prepare you to undertake the complex and demanding role of social work and enables you to work with the

most vulnerable children, young people and adults in society. On successful completion you will be eligible to register with the

GSCC Social Care Register to practice as a Social Worker. Signifi cant emphasis is given to inter-professional learning.

Year 1

• Social Work Theory in Practice

• Integrating Social Sciences: Themes for Social Work

• Social Work Law and Ethics

• Practice Placement 1 (100 days)

Year 2

• Working with People

• Practice Placement 2 (100 days)

• Research

• Social Care Organisations and Inter-professional Practice

Programme Delivery

A combination of teaching methods is used including formal lectures and seminars where students are encouraged to

discuss and develop their own professional identity. These sessions also include scenario-based studies, action learning sets,

presentations, debates, lectures from social work experts and learning through practice. They are supplemented by individual

and small group tutorials.

Assessment

Assessment includes a range of written assignments, presentations, examination, portfolios, role play interview, a dissertation

and practice assessments.

Julie Bywater

Programme Leader and Admissions Tutor

Tel: 01925 534332


COURSE DETAILS:

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CONTACT:


Chukwuemeka Nwaneri

The Faculty off ers the opportunity to undertake a programme of research leading to the awards of

Master of Philosophy, Doctor of Philosophy or Professional Doctorate. The University off ers expert

supervision in fi elds such as: clinical interventions in eating disorders, supporting individuals with

learning disabilities in the penal system, interventions in forensic mental health, supporting carers

and users of services, safety factors for single practitioners in the community and pedagogical

research. For more information please visit: http://www.chester.ac.uk/research/degrees

I am a Nigerian medical graduate and practitioner, and a global

health specialist, earning my primary medical degree MBBS from the

University of Ibadan, Nigeria.

Presently, I am a doctoral researcher (PhD) in type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

at the University of Chester, Faculty of Health & Social Care under the

auspices of the Gladstone Fellowship.

A PhD degree in the fi eld of diabetes epidemiology will expose

me to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to becoming an

expert and help in the development and continual progression

of my country’s healthcare service programmes especially in

diabetes medicine and education. My course provides me with the

opportunity of evaluating diff erent variables of data extracted from

the Wirral Diabetes Database, examining factors which infl uence or

contribute to mortality in type 2 diabetes mellitus. Most interestingly,

is the fact that I am able to determine areas of professional and

academic developments towards achieving my goal.

My lecturers and supervisors are well grounded and do show

continued enthusiasm on their role and in their various areas of

the programme. They are very friendly, thorough and practical and

would not leave any stone unturned.

Chukwuemeka Nwaneri, PhD student

Professional Doctorate in Health and Social Care

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3 years full-time

September/January (fl exible entry dates)


• A Master’s degree related to their professional discipline (the latter usually completed within the fi ve year period prior to

entry).

• Normally, at least fi ve years’ post-qualifi cation experience in their professional fi eld. It is expected that students will be

working within health or social care in a professional post, and intending to continue within such practice.


• Admission requirements are applied fl exibly.


The professional doctorate has been developed to address the future career needs of professionals in health and social care. This

programme will enable you to develop critical skills in advanced research methods, perspectives and theories and to engage

critically with self-directed learning, advanced scholarship and refl ection.

The programme will allow you to integrate your prior learning and build upon existing knowledge. This will enable you to

apply appropriate research methods to professional practice to inform policy formulation and identify new initiatives. The

programme content is designed for fl exible inter-professional learning and incorporates international, national and local policies

and perspectives as well as actively engaging students in the research process. Participants undertaking this programme will

increase their employability in situations which require practice development through creative innovation, change management

and transformational leadership.

The programme will ensure you develop a high level of expertise which will enhance your professional knowledge. You will

create and conduct research within the professional environment.

• Research Methods for Professional Enquiry

• Leadership Development and Change

• Policy Analysis for Integrated Services

• Doctoral Studies in Context

• Analysing Professional Practice using Social Theories

• Thesis in Context

• Writing for Publication

• Supervised Thesis

Programme Delivery

You will engage in a variety of learning experiences to facilitate your learning. These include: lectures, seminars, group work

presentations, independent and collaborative study.

Assessment

Assessment methods include reports, assignments, essays and a fi nal thesis.

Professor Elizabeth Mason-Whitehead

Programme leader

Telephone: 01244 511640



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CONTACT DETAILS:

R E S E A R C H O P P O R T U N I T I E S

MPhil/PhD by Research in Health and Social Care

3 years full-time

Individually negotiated

• The equivalent of an upper second class British Bachelor degree (i.e. 2.1 or a 1st) in a subject relevant to that which you wish

to study. If you have a lower second class degree (2.2) then you will also be required to have the equivalent of a British

Master’s degree.

English Language requirements:

• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) Postgraduate 58

• Applicants will be required to attend an interview

• IELTS level 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in any band

To prepare you with the theoretical ,methodological and technical skills to work at an advanced academic research level.

• Community Care

• Learning Disability

• Midwifery

• Mental Health

• Pedagogy

• Health and Social Care Policy

• Long Term Illnesses

• Palliative Care

• Research Methods

• Sociology Applied to Medicine

• Public Health

• History of Nursing and Social Work

Professor Helen Cooper – Chronic disease; promotion of disease self-management skills in relation to diabetes mellitus.

Professor Maureen Deacon – Mental health nursing; promotion of the mental health of people experiencing physical health problems.

Dr Janice Gidman – Pedagogical research and practice development.

Professor Elizabeth Harlow – Organisation, management and delivery of social work; coaching and mentoring; gendered careers.

Dr Andy Lovell – Forensic learning disability.

Professor Elizabeth Mason-Whitehead – Stigma; social exclusion; teenage pregnancy and nurse education.

Dr Annette McIntosh – Pedagogical research; promotion of student support and experiences; sleep promotion - education, attitudes

and practice.

Professor Mike Thomas – Eating disorders and organizational psychology.

• Research investigating the process by which people with learning disabilities enter the criminal justice system, the nature of

off ences involved, the context and the encompassing legal framework.

• The Application and Evaluation of Blended e-Learning within Post Registration Multi-professional Health Care Education.

• Population based retrospective cohort study of type 2 diabetes in the Wirral Peninsular.

• The impact of domestic abuse on maternal and fetal wellbeing and on the mother’s quality of life.

• The emergence and development of social workers as an occupational group 1905 - 2007.

Research Degrees are assessed on the basis of a thesis reporting individual research, and involve a substantial research training

component, provided by our Graduate School. Your thesis should be as concise as possible, with an absolute upper limit of

60,000 words for MPhil and 100,000 words for PhD, including footnotes and appendices.

Professor Elizabeth Mason-Whitehead

Programme leader

Telephone: 01244 511640



START DATE:

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

COURSE AIMS:

SPECIALIST SUBJECT AREAS:

MEMBERS OF STAFF AND THEIR RESEARCH INTERESTS:

EXAMPLES OF RECENT M/Phil/PhD PROJECTS:

ASSESSMENT:

CONTACT DETAILS:

R E S E A R C H O P P O R T U N I T I E S

Academic and Administrative Staff

Choosing to study at the University of Chester means becoming part of a very friendly and

supportive community. It is an extremely exciting place to study with a very committed

team of academic and administrative staff , who are renowned for the support they give

to both national and international students. We look forward to welcoming you to the

Faculty of Health and Social Care where we are committed to enhancing global health,

skills, research and scholarship.

Annette McintoshDeputy Dean, Faculty of Health and Social Care

Ann BryanAssociate Dean (Business and Enterprise)

Supporting Our Students

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FEES AND FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR NON-EU INTERNATIONAL

STUDENTS

For current overseas fees and funding information please visit

The University of Chester website at http://www.chester.ac.uk/

international/fees/tuition. All fees are liable to review and change

yearly. For more information please see the International Student

Guide.

International students (Non-EU) who meet our entry criteria; accept

our off er; and pay tuition fees in full before or upon enrolment at the

University of Chester may be eligible for an international bursary. This

bursary is given in form of a discount off the tuition fees. Please check

this website for details http://www.chester.ac.uk/international/

fees/bursaries

SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS

The University of Chester has welcomed international students for

many years, and faculty of Health and Social Care is no exception.

We will do our very best to make your time studying with us as

enjoyable and fruitful as possible. The University has a dedicated

and confi dential student advice and welfare service which aims

to provide all students help with any personal, social, academic or

fi nancial issues. Services and assistance are also provided for disabled

students and students with additional support needs. The University’s

International Welfare Offi cer meets students at the airport or train

station when they fi rst arrive and organises international induction

and social events throughout the year. Workshops run each semester

to help you adjust to UK study methods and teaching styles.

INTERNATIONAL OFFICE

The International Offi ce is the fi rst point of contact when international

students are making an enquiry and application. Whether you are

an international student interested in applying to Chester or you

have joined us and need information and assistance related to your

studies, personal or immigration matters, the International Offi ce is

there to help you.

LEARNING RESOURCES

The Faculty is located in a state-of the-art building situated in a prime

location at one of the city’s gateways. It off ers outstanding learning

facilities including a number of practice simulation labs and a two-

storey library open to students until midnight, with study areas and

140 computer terminals in three suites. The University library holds

over 300,000 books, journals and multimedia materials. Through the

virtual library students can access the University’s collection of over

180,000 electronic books and journals 24 hours a day from anywhere.

Students are able to take advantage of fi rst-class facilities. Each teaching

room, including those large enough to host seminars, is equipped

with interactive audio visual aids and smart boards. The new clinical

skills room replicates the actual work environment of hospitals, with

its specialist equipment such as computerised mannequin patients,

patient’s beds, lockers, sinks and curtains. This enables our students

to experience education and training that they can directly apply to

the workplace. We also provide English language support which is free

of charge, to any degree student whose fi rst language is not English.

ACCOMMODATION

All international students are guaranteed accommodation if

accommodation applications are received by the specifi ed deadlines.

The University off ers a variety of aff ordable accommodation choices

ranging from modern, self-catering fl ats, right through to traditional,

fully catered collegiate-style Halls of Residence.

CONTACT US:

INTERNATIONAL OFFICE

(for undergraduate and postgraduate international admissions)


Tel: 01244 512465, 01244 512472, 01244 512335

Web: www.chester.ac.uk/international

www.chester.ac.uk/international

Documents

Health and Social Care Brochure - University of Chester