Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences

With over 450 inspiring staff and over 8,000 aspiring students, the Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences strives to provide higher education with impact and positive benefits for society.

The Faculty is a large, diverse and dynamic part of the University, bringing together experts from Allied Health Professions, Applied Sciences, Health and Social Sciences and Nursing and Midwifery.

Departments

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Department of Allied Health Professions

The Department of Allied Health Professions brings together specialists in the areas of Diagnostic Imaging, Radiotherapy and Oncology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Sports Therapy.
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Department of Applied Sciences

We have an excellent reputation for the quality of our teaching and approvals from external bodies such as the Forensic Science Society, the Institute of Biomedical Sciences and the Institution of Environmental Sciences.
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Department of Health and Social Sciences

If you want a career in health and social sciences, our inspiring courses will teach you to apply what you've learnt so you can start making a difference as soon as you graduate.
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Department of Nursing and Midwifery

The Department of Nursing and Midwifery brings together specialists in adult nursing, children's nursing, learning disability nursing, mental health nursing and midwifery.

Our research

The Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences (HAS) brings together experts from the Allied Health Professions, Applied Sciences, Health and Social Sciences, and Nursing and Midwifery.

Faculty research

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