The School of Health Studies has a strong research profile which focuses on the following themes, all of which have a direct impact on the quality of patient care:
Our research aims to be locally and internationally significant, undertaken in collaboration and partnership with NHS organisations and social care providers.
The 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) recognised 75% of research at the School as being of international quality in terms of originality, significance and rigour.
Our excellence in research also has a positive impact on the student learning experience. The majority of our research active staff also have teaching responsibilities ensuring that our students learn in a research active environment and are taught by leaders in their field.