Undergraduate courses in Health and Wellbeing

Learn using sector leading simulation and immersive facilities

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Centre for Health Innovation, Stafford

Equipped with cutting-edge technology and facilities for you to learn with at our Stafford campus

Real-world learning

Gain access to our extensive placement network for opportunities within a range of settings

4th for Children's Nursing

Guardian University Guide, 2024

Our health and wellbeing degrees equip you with the skills and knowledge you need for a rewarding career in the healthcare industry. By studying with us, you will get hands experience through using our sector leading immersive and simulation facilities combined with the opportunity to undertake work placements in a range of settings.

We are continually investing in the latest facilities for your learning, including state-of-the-art simulation suites and immersive clinical skills education environments. In 2022, we opened the doors to our brand new facilities at our Stafford Centre for Health Innovation, housing state-of-the-art technologies designed around equipping students with the skills they need for the workplace.

Whichever course you choose, you’ll learn using the most advanced equipment, laboratories and facilities, as well as having access to the expertise of research-active academics and a wide variety of placement opportunities.

Our courses span a wide range of areas across health and social care sector. Subject areas include Biomedical Science, Health and Social Care, Midwifery, Nursing, Operating Department Practice, Paramedic Science and Social Work. 

Start your journey with a course that focuses on your development, academic skills and subject knowledge, as well as giving you the practical training and techniques you need to succeed. We’re committed to ensuring that you have the skills needed to become a competent and confident practitioner when you leave us to go into the workplace.

Courses

Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)/ MSci

Study options
Full-time
Foundation year
Placement year
Integrated Masters

Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)/ MSci

Study options
Full-time
Foundation year
Placement year
Integrated Masters

Health and Social Care BSc (Hons)

Study options
Full-time
Foundation year

Midwifery BMid (Hons)

Study options
Full-time

Nursing Practice (Adult) BSc (Hons)

Study options
Full-time

Nursing Practice (Child) BSc (Hons)

Study options
Full-time

Paramedic Science BSc (Hons)

Study options
Full-time

Social Work BA (Hons)

Study options
Full-time

Sport and Exercise Psychology BSc (Hons)

Study options
Full-time, distance learning
Part-time, distance learning

Sports Therapy BSc (Hons)

Study options
Full-time

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