Supporting You

University is an exciting experience, but it can come with its ups and downs. Whether this relates to your studies, wellbeing or finances, there are many ways that you can access support to help you navigate university life, as outlined below.

So, whether you’re a first or fourth year, an Undergraduate or Postgraduate, please access support if you need it.

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Guild Advice

If you need support with anything from academia to housing, wellbeing or money management – get in touch with Guild Advice for confidential support.
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Accommodation

If you’re living in halls, we have a team of students who help you feel at home by providing support & offering advice to help you thrive in accommodation.
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Community

If you have concerns whilst living in the local area, you can get in contact with our team of students who ensure the neighbourhood is safer, cleaner and greener.

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Not On

If you wish to take a stand against sexual harassment, you can sign the Not On pledge or attend a consent workshop. Learn all about the Not On campaign.
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Guild Officer

Get in touch with your Welfare and Community Officer if you have any queries or concerns relating to your university experience or living situation.

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Support at the University

From a confidential 24/7 listening service, UB Heard, to Wellbeing Officers, the University has lots of support options.

Additional Services

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Academic Support

From revision tips to avoiding plagiarism, view our Academic Support Hub for lots of useful advice for your exams and assessments.
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Your Money Matters

From advice on how to maintain a budget to information about funding for undergraduate and postgraduate courses, explore our Money Matters hub.
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Housing Hub

Do you need advice on renting in the local community? Explore our Housing Hub for tips on everything from starting your search to setting up your new home.
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Community Pantry

Supporting students who may be struggling financially by offering one-off food parcels.
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Community Breakfast

Happening weekly, students are invited to come along for a free continental breakfast.
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Selly Express

Offering free transport between campus and Selly Oak during weekday evenings in term-time.

Relevent Events

Guild Advice drop in
6th May noon - 2pm
Guild Advice, Guild of Students
Guild Advice drop-ins. 12pm-2pm term time. Our Education and Welfare Advisors provide academic advice and guidance during these 15 minute sessions. Based at Guild Advice, Guild of Students.
Community Pantry
6th May 2pm - 4pm
Guild of Students - Third/Top Floor (see event description for full details)
Our Community Pantry is here to offer Cost of Living support to students. Emergency Food parcels are available to collect weekly, complete the online request form to arrange a parcel
Pace Yourself Information Stall
7th May noon - 3pm
University Centre
Free anti‑spiking items, snacks, and interactive activities with simple, practical safety tips.
Community Litter Pick
7th May 1pm - 2pm
meet at Bournbrook Pavillion
Come join us for a Community Litter Pick! We will be picking up litter around Selly Oak to give back to the local area. Come along to give back, meet some members of the local community and help make your local area that little bit cleaner!
Community Pantry
7th May 3pm - 5pm
Guild of Students - Third/Top Floor (see event description for full details)
Our Community Pantry is here to offer Cost of Living support to students. Emergency Food parcels are available to collect weekly, complete the online request form to arrange a parcel
Light Green banner with white letters spelling ''Sexual Health Advice Stall'' there is a lower tagline that reads ''Make the most from life in our accommodation'' Umbrella Sexual Health Stall
7th May 5pm - 7pm
Jarratt Hall, Common Room
Stop by the Umbrella Stall for free, confidential sexual health support at your student accommodation! Get expert advice, free contraception, and private STI testing – all in one place.
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11th May 10am - 4pm
Prittchatts Park, Social Space
Pop-Up Wellbeing Office, speak with your Residence Life Wellbeing Team - no appointment needed!
Umbrella Sexual Health Services Pop Up
11th May 11am - 2pm
Guild of Students, Reception Area
Umbrella Sexual Health Services Pop Up.
Pace Yourself Information Stall
11th May noon - 3pm
University Centre
Free anti‑spiking items, snacks, and interactive activities with simple, practical safety tips.
Guild Advice drop in
13th May noon - 2pm
Guild Advice, Guild of Students
Guild Advice drop-ins. 12pm-2pm term time. Our Education and Welfare Advisors provide academic advice and guidance during these 15 minute sessions. Based at Guild Advice, Guild of Students.
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13th May 5pm - 7pm
Prittchatts Park, Social Space
Pop-Up Wellbeing Office, speak with your Residence Life Wellbeing Team - no appointment needed!
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20th May 10am - 4pm
Tennis Courts, Social Space
Pop-Up Wellbeing Office, speak with your Residence Life Wellbeing Team - no appointment needed!
Guild Advice drop in
20th May noon - 2pm
Guild Advice, Guild of Students
Guild Advice drop-ins. 12pm-2pm term time. Our Education and Welfare Advisors provide academic advice and guidance during these 15 minute sessions. Based at Guild Advice, Guild of Students.
Self defence 20.05
20th May 6pm - 7pm
University House, room 108
Come along to a free self defence class. Learn some skills, refine some existing skills and meet some new people!
Green background with a pink text box in the middle, with white writing saying Residence Life Office Pop Up Residence Life 'City Zen Bus' Pop Up
26th May 10am - 4pm
Calthorpe Court, Social Space
Pop-Up Wellbeing Office, speak with your Residence Life Wellbeing Team - no appointment needed!
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26th May 10am - 4pm
Belgrave View, Social Space
Pop-Up Wellbeing Office, speak with your Residence Life Wellbeing Team - no appointment needed!
Community Coffee Morning - May
26th May 11am - 1pm
HeyBrew Espresso, Bristol Rd, Birmingham B29 6BD
Come along to our community coffee morning for a free coffee on us, opportunity to meet your local community and support a local Selly business!
Guild Advice drop in
27th May noon - 2pm
Guild Advice, Guild of Students
Guild Advice drop-ins. 12pm-2pm term time. Our Education and Welfare Advisors provide academic advice and guidance during these 15 minute sessions. Based at Guild Advice, Guild of Students.
Self defence 27.05
27th May 6pm - 7pm
University House, room 108
Come along to a free self defence class. Learn some skills, refine some existing skills and meet some new people!
Guild Advice drop in
3rd June noon - 2pm
Guild Advice, Guild of Students
Guild Advice drop-ins. 12pm-2pm term time. Our Education and Welfare Advisors provide academic advice and guidance during these 15 minute sessions. Based at Guild Advice, Guild of Students.
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3rd June 5pm - 7pm
Calthorpe Court, Archway
Pop-Up Wellbeing Office, speak with your Residence Life Wellbeing Team - no appointment needed!
Self defence 03.06
3rd June 6pm - 7pm
University House, room 108
Come along to a free self defence class. Learn some skills, refine some existing skills and meet some new people!
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4th June 10am - 4pm
Jarrett Hall, Social Space
Pop-Up Wellbeing Office, speak with your Residence Life Wellbeing Team - no appointment needed!
Umbrella Sexual Health Services Pop Up
4th June 11am - 2pm
Guild of Students, Reception Area
Umbrella Sexual Health Services Pop Up.
Light Green banner with white letters spelling ''Sexual Health Advice Stall'' there is a lower tagline that reads ''Make the most from life in our accommodation'' Umbrella Sexual Health Stall
9th June 5pm - 7pm
Battery Park, Reception
Stop by the Umbrella Stall for free, confidential sexual health support at your student accommodation! Get expert advice, free contraception, and private STI testing – all in one place.
Guild Advice drop in
10th June noon - 2pm
Guild Advice, Guild of Students
Guild Advice drop-ins. 12pm-2pm term time. Our Education and Welfare Advisors provide academic advice and guidance during these 15 minute sessions. Based at Guild Advice, Guild of Students.
Umbrella Sexual Health Services Pop Up
17th June 10am - 1pm
Guild of Students, Reception Area
Umbrella Sexual Health Services Pop Up.
Guild Advice drop in
17th June noon - 2pm
Guild Advice, Guild of Students
Guild Advice drop-ins. 12pm-2pm term time. Our Education and Welfare Advisors provide academic advice and guidance during these 15 minute sessions. Based at Guild Advice, Guild of Students.
Green background with a pink text box in the middle, with white writing saying Residence Life Office Pop Up Residence Life Office Pop Up
17th June 5pm - 7pm
Belgrave View, Social Space
Pop-Up Wellbeing Office, speak with your Residence Life Wellbeing Team - no appointment needed!
Guild Advice drop in
24th June noon - 2pm
Guild Advice, Guild of Students
Guild Advice drop-ins. 12pm-2pm term time. Our Education and Welfare Advisors provide academic advice and guidance during these 15 minute sessions. Based at Guild Advice, Guild of Students.

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