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: 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.

Scrutiny Panel - Disabled Students' Officer: 17th June 10:30am - 11am; Microsoft teams

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.

Scrutiny Panel - Ethnic Minorities Officer: 17th June 1pm - 1:30pm; Microsoft teams

Scrutiny Panel - Postgraduate Officer: 17th June 2pm - 3pm; Microsoft teams

Scrutiny Panel - Welfare & Community Officer: 17th June 3:30pm - 4:30pm; Microsoft teams

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!

Umbrella Sexual Health Stall: 17th June 5pm - 7pm; Metal Works, 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.

NEW DATE: Scrutiny Panel - Sports Officer: 18th June 11am - noon; Microsoft Teams/Mandela

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 Pantry Eco Shop: 19th June noon - 1pm; Guild of Students - Car Park; £5 food shop thanks to FareShare.

Junkbusters 22.06: 22nd June noon - 3pm; See Event Description; Every year, we host collection stalls in and around Selly Oak. All you need to do is dig out the things you no longer need, drop them into a bin bag and pop along to one of our collection points with your items.

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.

Junkbusters 27.06: 27th June noon - 3pm; See Event Description; Every year, we host collection stalls in and around Selly Oak. All you need to do is dig out the things you no longer need, drop them into a bin bag and pop along to one of our collection points with your items.

Junkbusters 28.06: 28th June noon - 3pm; See Event Description; Every year, we host collection stalls in and around Selly Oak. All you need to do is dig out the things you no longer need, drop them into a bin bag and pop along to one of our collection points with your items.

Junkbusters 29.06: 29th June noon - 3pm; See Event Description; Every year, we host collection stalls in and around Selly Oak. All you need to do is dig out the things you no longer need, drop them into a bin bag and pop along to one of our collection points with your items.

Postgraduate & International Student Forum: 30th June 2:30pm - 4:30pm; Amos, Guild Of Students; Share your experiences with University leads to create change!

Postgraduate and Ethnic Minority Students' Summer Social: 9th July 1pm - 3pm; Beorma Bar; Come and join your Postgraduate and Ethnic Minority Officers for a relaxing summer social - kick back, unwind and get creative!

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