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Student support and wellbeing

No matter what's happening, we care about you. Get the support you need to feel safe and assured with your health, course, life-admin and community. 

Get 24/7 urgent support

Call 999 for emergency services if you or someone else is in immediate danger.

On campus (urgent support or first aid): call Campus Safety on 01904 32 3333 or use the SafeZone app.

If abroad, SafeZone can connect you to local emergency services.

More crisis contacts

Report an incident

Submit a named or anonymous report regarding staff or student misconduct.

Covers harassment, sexual misconduct, domestic abuse, safeguarding issues and other forms of interpersonal misconduct.

Report an incident via Report + Support

Frequently used

What do you need help with?

Healthcare, mental health, managing stress, disability and neurodiversity.
Budgeting, student finance, cost of living support, part-time jobs and accommodation.
Absences, academic skills, progress issues and departmental support.
Visas, immigration, working restrictions, entering and leaving the UK, and healthcare entitlements.
Tailored guidance, networks and facilities for your circumstances.
Student and staff conduct, complaints, academic appeals and policies.

Ask for support or advice

The topics above are a great place to start and find answers quickly. If you need tailored advice, our specialist teams are here to help.

Money, housing and academic progress

Student Advice:

Get advice on money and student loans – the team can even contact Student Finance on your behalf. You can also get help with private housing, formal academic processes and dedicated support if you're from an under-represented background.

Contact Student Advice (referral form)

Wellbeing Officers:

Your department-based contact for day-to-day pastoral support, course worries and personal guidance.

Online and research degrees:

Different academic processes can apply. Your department provides tailored advice to help with your academic progress.

Wellbeing and mental health (Open Door)
If you need immediate help, see our crisis support.

Wellbeing Officers:

Your department-based contact for day-to-day pastoral support, course worries and personal guidance.

Open Door:

Confidential appointments with mental health practitioners for psychological or mental health difficulties.

Contact Open Door (referral form)

Disabilities

The University provide a range of activities, services and support to help students with a disability get the most out of University life.

Disabilities can include physical disabilities, neurodiversity, specific learning difficulties (SpLD), long-term health conditions and mental health difficulties.

International students

International Student Support:

Dedicated support for international students. They can support you with matters relating to visas, immigration, working restrictions, healthcare entitlements, entering and leaving the UK, and opening UK bank accounts.

Contact International Student Support (referral form)

I'm not sure where to start (Student Hub)

Student Hub:

If you're not sure who can help, contact the Student Hub.

Open 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.

Student life and belonging

Every student belongs to a college, each with their own welcoming community. Colleges help you find your feet in a smaller community, offering vibrant new experiences and support.
Run by students, for students. Get independent advice, volunteer in the community, campaign on issues that matter to you or eat at a Students' Union venue on campus.
Societies are a great way to do what you love and try something new, to meet others and build skills. Each and every one is run by students, for students.