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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Community Pantry

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

Community Breakfast

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

Selly Express

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

Relevent Events

Community Breakfast: 27th May 9am - 11am; Guild Reception; You are invited to come along for a free continental breakfast.

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!

Litter Pick - 28.05: 28th May 1pm - 2pm; meet at Bournbrook Pavillion; Join us to help clean up Selly, meet members of your local community and give back!

Community Pantry: 28th May 3pm - 5pm; Guild of Students - 2nd/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. Please complete the online request form to arrange a parcel.

NUS Referendum - Campaign Briefing: 2nd June 4pm - 6pm; Rosa Parks; Join us for a briefing for Campaigners for the NUS Referendum

Community Breakfast: 3rd June 9am - 11am; Guild Reception; You are invited to come along for a free continental breakfast.

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.

Residence Life Office Pop Up: 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!

Residence Life 'City Zen Zone' Pop Up: 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.

Community Pantry: 4th June 3pm - 5pm; Guild of Students - 2nd/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. Please complete the online request form to arrange a parcel.

Community Pantry Eco Shop: 5th June noon - 1pm; Guild of Students - Car Park; £5 food shop thanks to FareShare.

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.

Community Breakfast: 10th June 9am - 11am; Guild Reception; You are invited to come along for a free continental breakfast.

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.

Community Pantry: 10th June 2pm - 4pm; Guild of Students - 2nd/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. Please complete the online request form to arrange a parcel.

Community Pantry: 11th June 3pm - 5pm; Guild of Students - 2nd/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. Please complete the online request form to arrange a parcel.

Community Breakfast: 17th June 9am - 11am; Guild Reception; You are invited to come along for a free continental breakfast.

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.

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!

Community Pantry: 18th June 3pm - 5pm; Guild of Students - 2nd/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. Please complete the online request form to arrange a parcel.

Community Breakfast: 24th June 9am - 11am; Guild Reception; You are invited to come along for a free continental breakfast.

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.

Community Pantry: 25th June 3pm - 5pm; Guild of Students - 2nd/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. Please complete the online request form to arrange a parcel.

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