School of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
Welcome to the School of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, where our diverse disciplines — spanning life sciences, medical and healthcare professions, allied health professions, pharmaceutical and medical sciences, optometry, sport and exercise sciences, psychology, and geography and environmental science — make a meaningful impact locally, nationally, and globally. And in September 2026, we’ll launch our undergraduate Medicine degree, further strengthening our ability to address the urgent regional and national demand for healthcare professionals.
We take an innovative approach to education and research, ensuring our students benefit from expert teaching, hands-on learning, and placements that open the door to rewarding careers. Our dedicated academic staff are highly committed and supportive, creating an environment where students can thrive.
Our thriving research culture spans multiple disciplines, driving innovation and discovery that shape the future of healthcare, medicine, and life sciences. At the heart of our research excellence are our internationally renowned research centres, leading cutting-edge, world-class studies at the forefront of scientific enquiry.
Through strong partnerships with Local Authorities, NHS Trusts, sector providers, and industry, we ensure that our students gain invaluable real-world experience, while keeping our teaching and research deeply relevant to current and emerging challenges.
Our facilities are designed to enrich learning and research, and to provide dynamic and stimulating working environments for our staff. This includes our purpose-buil t Science Building, which features spacious laboratories and dynamic learning spaces, fostering multi-disciplinary collaboration and discovery.
At the heart of our School is a friendly, dynamic, and enterprising culture dedicated to providing exceptional opportunities for our students through innovative education, research and fantastic partnerships. We champion ambition, recognise talent, and empower potential, providing an inspiring environment where students and staff can excel and make a difference.
Our academic subject areas:
- Biological sciences
- Diagnostic radiography
- Geography, environment and planning
- Health professions
- Medicine and public health
- Midwifery
- Nursing (adult, children’s, mental health and learning disabilities)
- Nutrition
- Optometry
- Paramedic science
- Pharmacy and pharmaceutical science
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Sport, health and exercise
- Radiotherapy and oncology
- Social work
Our Research Centres:
- Centre for Agriculture, Food and Environmental Management Research (CAFEM)
- Centre for Applied Clinical, Health and Care Research (CACHE)
- Centre for Research into Topical Drug Delivery and Toxicology (TDDT)
- Centre for Health Services and Clinical Research (CHSCR)
- Centre for Research in Mechanisms of Disease and Drug Discovery (MoDDD)
- Centre for Research in Psychology and Sports Sciences (CRePS)
- Centre for Research in Public Health and Community Care (CRIPACC)