IT'S TIME TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Welcome to the home of health, social care, sport and psychology. This is the place you will be taught by experts, develop your skills in outstanding realistic facilities and get the one-to-one support needed so you can make a difference in the lives of others. Whether you're just starting your learning journey or looking for a higher level of study to improve your skills and qualifications, we're here to help you discover everything you're capable of.
Our Health Professions courses are ranked 1st in the North West for career prospects in the Guardian University Guide 2025.
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Being a midwife is a rewarding and exciting profession. With our courses, you'll be able to confidently take the next step in your career, whether you're just starting out or taking it to the next level.
Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and taught by highly experienced midwives, our courses will equip you with the skills and experience you need to become a successful midwife.
Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), our courses deliver the high standard of education and training you need to prepare for a successful career in nursing.
You'll be taught by expert lecturers who have professional experience they bring into their teaching. These lecturers will also provide you with support and guidance so you can successfully complete your degree.
Our Social Work, Youth work, Young people's wellbeing and Health and Social care programmes are suitable for those already working in, or who wish to work in, a wide range of health and social care settings.
You'll develop your skills with the support of expert subject lecturers alongside work and placement experience to boost your employability prospects and confidence when you graduate.
If you have an enquiring mind and enjoy investigating and debating ideas? On our courses, you'll explore the student experience across a vast range of contexts and lifespans and how you can make a difference in the lives of others.
All of our courses are BPS (The British Psychological Society) accreditation and after completing our Counselling and Psychotherapy course you'll be eligible to apply for membership of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
Our medical imaging courses include BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography and MSc Medical Imaging (Ultrasound).
Our Medical Sciences department has a national and international reputation for medical imaging and specialist research. Your learning will be enhanced using real digital imaging equipment and clinical skills labs to develop your practical skills.
You'll benefit from the close relationships we hold with NHS and private health care partners, allowing you to boost your skills during placements learning from professionals and developing your networks within trusts.
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We're one of the biggest providers of paramedic professionals in the North West. Our expert team of lecturers are committed to providing the best possible grounding to start or further your paramedic career.
We've invested in brand new paramedic teaching facilities to enhance your learning experience allowing you to develop your skills and confidence so you graduate a competent and confident paramedic.
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Our sport courses have a strong career focus, friendly learning environments, the opportunity to complete work-based experience and outstanding student support.
Both our courses are accredited by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) and Sport Rehabilitation is also accredited by BASRat (British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers).
Our Physiotherapy courses offer you a chance to make a difference in the lives of others. Develop your practical skills and communication skills using our realistic facilities including a physiotherapy suite, mock wards, creative spaces and a realistic home space.
Our lecturers are experts in their fields and have a wealth of professional experience they will share through their teaching. Research is being completed in specialist areas within the departments that will inform your learning.
Explore our subjects
Being a midwife is a rewarding and exciting profession. With our courses, you'll be able to confidently take the next step in your career, whether you're just starting out or taking it to the next level.
Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and taught by highly experienced midwives, our courses will equip you with the skills and experience you need to become a successful midwife.
Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), our courses deliver the high standard of education and training you need to prepare for a successful career in nursing.
You'll be taught by expert lecturers who have professional experience they bring into their teaching. These lecturers will also provide you with support and guidance so you can successfully complete your degree.
Our Social Work, Youth work, Young people's wellbeing and Health and Social care programmes are suitable for those already working in, or who wish to work in, a wide range of health and social care settings.
You'll develop your skills with the support of expert subject lecturers alongside work and placement experience to boost your employability prospects and confidence when you graduate.
If you have an enquiring mind and enjoy investigating and debating ideas? On our courses, you'll explore the student experience across a vast range of contexts and lifespans and how you can make a difference in the lives of others.
All of our courses are BPS (The British Psychological Society) accreditation and after completing our Counselling and Psychotherapy course you'll be eligible to apply for membership of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
Our medical imaging courses include BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography and MSc Medical Imaging (Ultrasound).
Our Medical Sciences department has a national and international reputation for medical imaging and specialist research. Your learning will be enhanced using real digital imaging equipment and clinical skills labs to develop your practical skills.
You'll benefit from the close relationships we hold with NHS and private health care partners, allowing you to boost your skills during placements learning from professionals and developing your networks within trusts.
We're one of the biggest providers of paramedic professionals in the North West. Our expert team of lecturers are committed to providing the best possible grounding to start or further your paramedic career.
We've invested in brand new paramedic teaching facilities to enhance your learning experience allowing you to develop your skills and confidence so you graduate a competent and confident paramedic.
Our sport courses have a strong career focus, friendly learning environments, the opportunity to complete work-based experience and outstanding student support.
Both our courses are accredited by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) and Sport Rehabilitation is also accredited by BASRat (British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers).
Our Physiotherapy courses offer you a chance to make a difference in the lives of others. Develop your practical skills and communication skills using our realistic facilities including a physiotherapy suite, mock wards, creative spaces and a realistic home space.
Our lecturers are experts in their fields and have a wealth of professional experience they will share through their teaching. Research is being completed in specialist areas within the departments that will inform your learning.
Our Occupational Therapy courses offer you a chance to make a difference in the lives of others. Develop your practical skills and communication skills using our realistic facilities including our simulated home space, mock ward, and cutting-edge immersive simulation room.
Our lecturers are experts in their fields and have a wealth of professional experience they will share through their teaching. Research is being completed in specialist areas within the departments that will inform your learning.
What Our Students Think
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![Abigail Sing, Diagnostic Radiography]()
What has stood out most to me during my time at university so far is the experience I’ve gained on placement, particularly the opportunity to work with a diverse range of patients. Each patient presents unique challenges and interacting with people from all walks of life has enriched my learning experience, helping me improve my ability to communicate and connect emotionally with others.
Abigail Sing, Diagnostic Radiography
Second year Diagnostic Radiography student Abigail reflects on her journey to studying at Cumbria, from volunteering to provide medical equipment to developing countries to transferring in to Cumbria to follow her dreams.
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![Carly Dawson, Psychology with Counselling & Psychotherapy]()
Before starting university as a mature student, I was concerned that I would be the only one who was slightly older, and it may be quite a lonely experience for me. That has not been the case at all. Not only are there other mature students on my course, but we are also all friends with each other, regardless of age. I have already, within the first year, made some great friendships and we have had some fantastic nights out.
Carly Dawson, Psychology with Counselling & Psychotherapy
Starting university is a big step for anyone, but for Carly, a student on our Psychology with Counselling and Psychotherapy course, it’s the fulfilment of a long-held ambition. Motivated by her own experiences with mental health support, Carly is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Despite taking time away from education to raise her family, she never lost sight of her career goals.
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![Aliyah Patel, Children's Nursing]()
The hospital teams were so welcoming, and they taught me so much. Their knowledge is obviously very different to ours and they really wanted to explain more about their healthcare system. They also really wanted to know about what we did at home too, so in some ways, there were mutual learnings, which was unexpected and great.
Aliyah Patel, Children's Nursing
Students on our undergraduate nursing degrees have the opportunity to complete a three-week elective placement abroad. Children's nursing student Aliyah grasped this chance, spending time working and sightseeing in the Philippines – an experience she'll never forget!
Alternative levels of study
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Placements
The Placement Team are dedicated to providing information and support for practice placement related learning and are committed to offering learning opportunities that enhance the student experience. The University of Cumbria recognises placement learning as being a core component of its programmes whilst being a fundamental element that prepares students for their future career. Programmes have been specifically designed to meet professional body requirements (where appropriate) in conjunction with our placement partners across the North of England and beyond.
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