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Support and wellbeing

Wherever and however you are studying within the University of London, you have a wealth of support available to help with any challenges to your wellbeing. 

All the support services we reference below are free of charge for all our students. Please reach out for help if you need it.

Support is available

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Involve those closest to you. Let them know if you're finding things difficult. Activate your web of social support. It can often be a huge relief and a powerful source of help and comfort.

We strongly encourage you to keep in touch with the people in your life who care about you. This may be family, friends, or someone else whom you trust. If there are times during your university experience when you feel upset, "down", or unwell, or if you ever feel things are too much, talk to the people who care about you. Let them know if you're finding things difficult. Activate your web of social support. It can often be a huge relief and a powerful source of help and comfort. 

Everyday tips to support your wellbeing 

We recommend these resources for practical advice about simple activities to support mental health and wellbeing: 

  • Every Mind Matters from the UK National Health Service - Answer 5 questions to get your "Mind Plan" of top tips and advice that work for you. 
  • StudentSpace from Student Minds - Explore a range of trusted information, services, and tools to help you with the challenges of student life. 
  • TheMix support service for young people - Take on the problems, questions, and thoughts that young people often have. 
  • Charlie Waller – Practical advice and relevant information based on clinical evidence and research into what works. 

Health and wellbeing on CampusLife 

Our University of London CampusLife website has a whole section for health and wellbeing information and articles for you explore. 

Hub of Hope 

If you’re in the UK and looking for professional help with something specific, you could try a search on Hub of Hope - available online or as an iOS app / Android app

Feeling sad, overwhelmed, or suicidal

If you’re worried about someone else

Safeguarding 

If you are worried that a vulnerable member of the University of London community is at risk of harm due to abuse, exploitation, or neglect, please see our safeguarding page and policy for how to report your concerns and get help.