Stafford Centre for Health Innovation

Student spaces

Specialist facilities

You'll get hands-on in practical sessions in our skills labs. We have Clinical Simulation Suites and a fully equipped ambulance for a true to life experience in a safe environment.

You'll learn from tutors at the top of their profession with extensive experience of working in clinical practice and committed to the highest standards of training.  

Birth Simulation

A simulation scenario in our Midwifery Simmersion space.

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Emergency Department Simulation

Our Centre for Health Innovation provides the perfect interdisciplinary environment.

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Operating Theatre Simulation

Develop a range of clinical skills.

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Clinical Simulation Suites

Resources at our Stoke campus range from clinical task trainers to a Hi-Fidelity CAE Juno simulator.

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Smaller Immersive Suite

Train in an environment as close as possible to 'real life'.

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Learning and collaboration spaces

You can use our specialist healthcare library from 6am - midnight (Weekdays) and 6am - 10pm (Weekends) with spaces for quiet and group study as well as room to get some headspace.

You can also relax, study or unwind in our social spaces on campus.

Library and IT Centre (BHL)

Integrated library and computer lab with PCs containing specialist software, seating areas, group and silent study rooms.

The Atrium

Relax, study or unwind in our Atrium in Stafford.

Social Space (1st Floor)

Your space to relax at the Centre for Health Innovation, Stafford.

Life beyond lectures

Clubs, societies and networks

If you have a specialist interest or you’re just curious to try something new – you’re sure to find a club, society or network to join. 

At our Stafford campus, you can get involved in health care societies and clubs where you can meet linkeminded students no matter their age, background or stage in the course. 

Further afield, at our Stoke campus, you can get involved in sports clubs, religious and cultural societies and networks to meet the needs of all students.

Sport

For some of our students, sport is the backbone of their university experience. Whether you’re representing the University in the weekly British University & College Sports League or keeping your mind and body fit with a casual game of your favourite sport.

University sport takes place at our Stoke campus, however, in Stafford there are indoor and outdoor sporting facilities at the Beacon Sports Centre where you can take out a membership. 

Competitive sport

Our clubs give you the chance to compete at several different levels, including competing against universities across the country.

Social sport

Social Sport is all about getting involved, making friends and trying something new that fits alongside your studies and other commitments.

Beacon Sports Centre

Beaconside Sports and Fitness comprises a state-of-the-art gym, multi-sports hall, fitness studios and football pitches.

The local area

You can head into nearby Stafford town centre for a mix of high street and independent shops, eateries, bars, live music venues and theatres.

World of Wedgwood

Looking for inspiration? Celebrate 260 years of the finest British craftsmanship. Experience the V&A Collection at the museum, tour the factory, throw a pot or design your own unique piece, check out the contemporary tea room, restaurant, flagship store and factory outlet.  

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Gatehouse Theatre

Gatehouse Theatre offers a range of touring shows and in-house productions, covering big name acts and top touring companies to home-grown talent and popular summer school shows.

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The Liquor Tank

The Liquor Tank serves delicious small plates, pizza and cocktails which are served up in a light and open space with an outdoor terrace.

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Trentham Gardens

Whether it's a peaceful afternoon you're after, or an action-packed day out - Trentham has it all. It's a completely different experience depending on the season, so you can keep going back time and time again.

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A great place to live