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"Attending open days and starting volunteering really were the steps that put the wheels in motion on my journey into Midwifery, and made me decide it was for me."
Discover the exciting simulation facilities in our School of Health Sciences.
You learn so much so quickly while on placement. I have worked with some great mentors who have taught me lots about midwifery and pushed me to help me meet my full potential.
Laura Pitfield, BSc (Hons) Midwifery
Ash Brownett, a final year Paramedic Science student, describes a typically busy and exciting day and night on placement with South East Coast Ambulance Service.
Many of our graduates are initially employed by the NHS Trust in which they had their practice experience, before going on to further studies and employment opportunities.
Our students explain why they decided to come to Surrey and share what they love about living and studying here.
We challenged our students to sum up the University of Surrey using just one word.
Over the past five years, more than 2,300 partner organisations have worked with us to give students valuable experience in the professional environment.
University of Surrey undergraduate nursing students put their clinical skills to the test during Surrey’s annual nursing simulation event.
The School of Health Sciences is very pleased to announce that Professor Jill Maben OBE will be joining them in September 2017 as a Professor in Nursing.
Richard Lyon, Professor in Pre-Hospital Emergency Care at the University of Surrey, has been awarded an MBE in the 2017 Queen’s Birthday Honours List for services to emergency healthcare.
Damage caused to the liver by a low protein diet can be repaired, a new study just published in the prestigious journal ‘Nutrition’ has found.
Delaying school start times in the UK is unlikely to reduce sleep deprivation in teenagers, research from the University of Surrey and Harvard Medical School has found. The research, conducted in collaboration between mathematicians and sleep scientists, predicts that turning down the lights in the evening would be much more effective at tackling sleep deprivation.
Find out what you could do with a degree in health sciences and discover some of the jobs Surrey health sciences graduates have secured over the past few years.
How and when people are referred to palliative care should be prioritised according to cancer patients, a new study in the Oncology Nursing Forum has found.
Coinciding with World Cancer Day, researchers from the School of Health Sciences at the University of Surrey have completed the first ever systematic review of cancer survivors’ experience of online and telephone telehealth interventions in cancer care, a new study in the Journal of Medical Internet Research reports.
New research published in BMC Public Health has found that increased body vigilance may contribute to early cancer diagnosis.
In the first study of its kind, researchers from the University of Surrey who received funding from Cancer Research UK, found that people who are more body vigilant were more likely to seek professional medical help.
Ever wondered what happens inside your brain when you stay awake for two days before you finally go to sleep? Professor Derk-Jan Dijk at Surrey has found the answer.
From shadowing community midwives to writing essays, discover a typical week in the life of first-year BSc Midwifery students at Surrey.
From Concepts of Caring lectures to surgical placements, discover a typical week in the life of first-year DipHE Operating Department Practice students at Surrey.
From Personal Tutor meetings to simulated practice sessions, discover what a typical week looks like for first-year nursing students at Surrey.
From ambulance shifts to lunch by the campus lake, discover what a typical week looks like for first-year BSc Paramedic Science students at Surrey.
Our bodies use two main types of fuel: fat and carbohydrates. Research at Surrey's Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences reveals that timing when we exercise and eat can affect how our bodies burn fat.
New research has found that ambulance control workers require support to reduce sickness absence and job-related stress.
Research published today in the British Journal of General Practice has shown that worrying about wasting their GP’s time is stopping people reporting cancer alarm symptoms.
World-renowned academics will be serving up pint-sized measures of their cutting edge research in a ground-breaking project to hit Guildford pubs.
Learn more about Ruby Wax OBE, Surrey’s Visiting Professor in Mental Health Nursing.
"The academic staff are great – there’s always someone willing to help you when you need it."
"My course has made me question the actions I make, both inside and outside of University. I feel that I have matured and am becoming a professional member of society."
"My placement has given me real-life experience and the confidence to care for people effectively."
"Attending open days and starting volunteering really were the steps that put the wheels in motion on my journey into Midwifery, and made me decide it was for me."
Discover which books our academics recommend and take the quiz to find out which one you should try first.
A new vaccine, which aims to enable our immune systems to fight against advanced cancer, is due to be trialled at the University of Surrey.
A cancer false alarm could put people off checking out cancer symptoms they develop in the future, according to a University of Surrey cancer research expert and scientists from University College London (UCL).
"The staff at Surrey are really helpful and supportive."
Surrey’s Student Learning Advisors offer tips and advice on the things you can do throughout the year to help you make the most of your study time.
Find out what our students like about studying here and why they think Surrey was named 'University of the Year' and 'University of the Year for Student Experience' by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2016.
Ash Brownett, a final year Paramedic Science student, describes a typically busy and exciting day and night on placement with South East Coast Ambulance Service.
Surrey has climbed two places in the Times Higher Education Table of Tables 2016, achieving seventh position.
The University of Surrey has increased its position the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
The University of Surrey has been ranked within the top one per cent of universities in the world - and one of the top 20 institutions under 50 years old - by the QS World University Rankings.
Final-year students at the University of Surrey are still among the most satisfied in the UK, according to the latest National Student Survey (NSS).
96.9 per cent of graduates in work or further study, according to official figures.
The School of Health Sciences at the University of Surrey has today appointed Ruby Wax as a Visiting Professor in Mental Health Nursing.
Joanna Rodriguez, Senior Tutor, and Nadine Page, Teaching Fellow (Integrated Care), from the School of Health Sciences discuss why smartphones could help promote mental wellbeing.
Professor Hardev Pandha's team awarded almost £50,000 from Prostate Cancer UK's Movember Foundation.
A clinical trial examining the effectiveness of mechanical chest compression for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest has won the Trial of the Year award from the Society for Clinical Trials.
‘Time for Dementia’ pairs undergraduates with dementia sufferers and their carers as part of their programme.
The University of Surrey has been named second best university in the UK for nursing degrees in the latest league table from the Complete University Guide.
The University of Surrey has soared from twelfth to eighth place in the Complete University Guide 2016 league table, including top ten positions for twelve of its subjects.
Student paramedics from the University of Surrey have appeared in a film about the UK’s shortage of paramedics.
“Although the demands on my time and energy were challenging, I received unbeatable support from the team at Surrey.”
Nursing degree students at the University of Surrey will be among the first in the UK to benefit from a new method of teaching where staff wear full costumes and silicon face masks to become patients.
On Wednesday 4 February, the University of Surrey will host a programme of events to mark World Cancer Day - a worldwide event which takes a positive and proactive approach to fighting cancer and demonstrates solidarity to those affected by it.
Five-year collaboration with Eli Lilly and Company will explore health outcomes for people with the disease.
The University of Surrey’s three-year BSc Midwifery programme has been fully accredited by the UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative for excellence in infant feeding education.
Physics Professor and Radio 4 Life Scientific presenter Jim Al Khalili interviewed comedian and mental health campaigner Ruby Wax as part of Surrey’s first Mental Health Awareness Week.
Simon Jones, Professor of Epidemiology and Head of Integrated Care Research, is part of a team of leading scientists who have identified a significant rise in the number of people diagnosed with a serious heart infection alongside a large fall in the prescribing of antibiotic prophylaxis to dental patients.
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"The Mental Health Nursing course is challenging, but there is something new to learn every day."
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Hayley shares highlights from her time as a student nurse and explains how an Erasmus placement in Norway enhanced her University experience.
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"The Health Sciences staff are very friendly and work hard to help you achieve your best."
"Being on placement was the most challenging and the most rewarding part of the course."
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"My placements at the Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals have been incredible. The staff are very good at guiding you through practice while allowing you to be independent enough to test your skills."
The University of Surrey’s nursing programmes have secured a top position in the latest Times/ Sunday Times Good University Guide.
Dr Lisa McCann, Senior Lecturer and Lead of e-Health within the School of Health Sciences, played a key role in the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games – taking part in both the baton relay and closing ceremony.
Pioneering study into the metabolism of breast cancer cells could spark new ways of classifying and treating the disease.
New report suggests GPs are well well-placed to act on concerns about issues such as child neglect and emotional abuse.
Visiting Professor Andy Newton awarded the Queen’s Ambulance Service Medal (QAM) for distinguished service.
Surrey programmes ranked 13th in both the Guardian and the Complete University Guide league tables.
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week (May 12-18), Surrey Mental Health Teaching Fellow Clive Tobutt shares some top tips to help reduce anxiety.
Learn more about the exciting simulation facilities in our School of Health Sciences.
Surrey study reveals positive link between the survival of heart attack patients and the use of an electrocardiogram (ECG) by ambulance crews.
"I’ve been on a wide variety of placements during the course, including hospital wards, community nursing, a special school and a children’s hospice. I enjoy being able to apply the theory we learn at University in a professional environment."
"You learn so much so quickly while on placement. I have worked with some great mentors who have taught me lots about midwifery and pushed me to help me meet my full potential."
Our exciting Paramedic Science degree will help you develop the knowledge and skills required to work as an articulate and confident paramedic.
Molecular microbiologist Dr Simon Park and Nadine Page, Tutor in Mental Health, warn of the long-term impact of flooding on health.
International Care Ethics (ICE) Observatory aims to shine new light on ethics in health and social care.
'Think Family' project aims to improve support for vulnerable children with a seriously ill family member.
Inspiring lecture reveals the benefits of exercise for people living with cancer.
The University’s four faculties got together on 16 January to celebrate the achievements of the three-year MILES programme and the launch of its successor, Collaboration Surrey.
Study into the psychological impact of young caregiving featured in Nursing Children and Young People.
The Department of Health Care Management and Policy (DHCMP) runs introductory medical statistics course.
Surrey Health and Social Care students now benefit from even better patient simulation facilities, thanks to a £55,000 donation from the Ted Adams Trust.
"There have been many exciting days and there’s so much to learn."
"I like how the tutors arrange for actors to come in and take on the role of patients – it makes it feel so real."
Dominic, who is in his final year of our Mental Health Nursing degree, reveals why he chose to come to Surrey and is passionate about training to become a mental health nurse.
Surrey students joined hundreds of police, fire and ambulance personnel for a high adrenaline professional training exercise.
Surrey academics join continent-wide coalition of organisations to revolutionise benefit/risk assessment of vaccines.
Students on our Adult Nursing programme have been selected for the NHS Care Makers scheme, a pioneering project to promote nursing’s core values and improve patient-centred compassionate care.
Professor Nora Kearney will join the University of Surrey in January.
"When I decided to train for a career as a paramedic, Surrey felt like the perfect match for me."
Jessica Collins, a third year Child Nursing student, reveals why she chose to come to Surrey and is passionate about training to become a nurse.
New study suggests giving oxygen to people having a heart attack could do more harm than good.
Dr Dan Jackson, Senior Research Fellow in Health Economics, has won an award from the British Medical Association for his recent textbook ‘Healthcare Economics Made Easy’.
The University of Surrey has maintained its excellent ranking in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2014.
Johnjoe McFadden, Professor of Molecular Genetics, will lead on work to boost the global impact of Surrey's world class research, enterprise and teaching.
Looking for a challenging and rewarding career in healthcare? Andi Sambrook, Director of Studies for Operating Department Practice, answers key questions about training and working as an Operating Department Practitioner (ODP).
Researchers from the University of Surrey’s School of Health and Social Care have designed a new tool that aims to improve the confidence and skills of newly qualified nurses.
Surrey Health and Social Care students will be among the first in the UK to benefit from new training mannequins that make learning and perfecting CPR more accurate, interactive and fun.
Derk-Jan Dijk, Professor of Sleep and Physiology and Director of the Surrey Sleep Research Centre, named Associate Dean (research) for the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences.
Teenagers got a glimpse into life as a student nurse or midwife at the first Surrey Nursing Summer School.
Dr Ann Gallagher comments on the ethics of force-feeding.
The University of Surrey has joined more than 480 organisations in the Dementia Action Alliance (DAA).
No two days are ever the same for the emergency services. The same could be said for student paramedics at the University of Surrey.
A new organisation that aims to improve the health of people in the south east by promoting greater collaboration between the NHS, academic institutions and industry is under development, and the University of Surrey is playing a key role.
An organisation that provides support and advice to health and social care researchers in the South East has been awarded £5.2m to continue its work.
Just 13 per cent of women who have had gestational diabetes receive the right care after giving birth — a shortfall that leaves many at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
Dr Karen Ballard spent an extraordinary year working with mothers-to-be in Ethiopia
Partnership pledges to improve the health of millions of people in the South East.
Professor Tom Quinn, Associate Dean for Health and Medical Strategy in the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, has been awarded the top research prize at the TRUST ‘Making an Impact: what’s new in emergency pre-hospital care research?’ conference in Cardiff.
