Welcome to the University of Chester
Joining us in September or October 2025?
We’ll be sharing everything you need to know to help you prepare for your arrival and induction at the University of Chester. New information will be added in the lead-up to your arrival, so keep checking back for the latest updates - we can’t wait to welcome you!
Introducing the University of Chester
Congratulations on getting your place at the University of Chester! Here you'll find everything you need before starting your University experience.
Keep in Touch
Whether you are a new student, returning for another term, or joining us later in the academic year, if you have questions or need assistance with your induction or arrival, our Student Experience Team is here to support you.
University of Chester Riverside Museum open
The Faculty of Health, Medicine and Society (FHMS) Historical Society's Riverside Museum will be open between 1pm and 4pm for students, staff and other visitors. Based at the University’s Wheeler Building on Castle Drive, it contains a permanent collection of curiosities from the world of medicine, nursing, midwifery and social work, in addition to an original letter written by Florence Nightingale from Balaclava.
A Great Medical Pioneer, Lost from Collective Public Memory, was Rediscovered
Janet Vaughan lived from 1899 to 1993. One of the few women to qualify as a doctor in 1925, within 10 years she published a classic book on the anaemias and was teaching in the British Postgraduate Medical School at Hammersmith. She was seventh female fellow of the Royal College of Physicians from 1939, and first female Councillor from 1943.
PGCE Open Evening
Join us for one of our upcoming PGCE Open Events, and discover how our teacher training courses can help you develop into a confident, reflective, and inspiring educator. We host a number of events throughout the year, giving you the choice to join us at a PGCE-exclusive Open Evening or as part of our University-wide Open Events.
Chester graduate steps into national spotlight in ITV fashion series
September 17, 2025
