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Sexual Health

TW: Mentions of domestic abuse, sexual violence, harassment and rape.

We want to ensure you all the information available to you to support your sexual health. Keep reading to see available services and to learn about our We Love Consent campaign.

Sexual Health Services
Pregnancy and Childcare
Healthy Relationships
Domestic Abuse Support
Consent Information

Sexual Health Services

Umbrella Health

Umbrella Health is a free sexual health service provider for Birmingham and Solihull, offering contraception, and STI testing and treatment, with no need to see a GP first. Umbrella regularly visit the Guild to provide information and support to students.

Birmingham LGBT

Birmingham LGBT, supported by Umbrella Health, is committed to providing quality, accessible, and appropriate sexual health services for the LGBT community. They offer weekly sexual health and wellbeing clinics for all LGBT people.

Other Services

From access to contraception to testing, treatment and advice for sexually transmitted infections, a wide range of confidential services are available. You can find more information about Sexual Health Services and locate local sexual health clinics on the NHS website.

If you think you have a sexually transmitted infection (STI), the earlier you're tested, the sooner treatment can be given if needed. Many people with STIs do not get symptoms, so it's worth getting tested even if you feel fine.

Free STI Testing Kits, condoms, and period products are available outside the Guild Advice office and in Guild toilets.

Pregnancy and Childcare

You can find information and advice around pregnancy and having a child whilst studying on the University’s website.

Many postgraduate students have dependents, which can increase financial and other pressures whilst studying.  For additional support, learn about the childcare grant on GOV.UK (only available to students eligible with Student Finance England). You can also view information on free early education and childcare.

Healthy v Unhealthy Relationships

Signs of a
Healthy Relationship

  • makes you feel positive
  • makes you feel safe
  • you feel free to be yourself
  • has mutual respect
  • can be open with each other
  • enjoy safe communication
  • is consensual

Signs of an
Unhealthy Relationship

  • feeling unhappy
  • feeling unsafe
  • feeling a lack of respect and choice
  • experiencing threats
  • physical violence
  • emotional abuse

If you are experiencing any of these then it is important to tell someone and seek help.

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Service at the University can help you access any support you need.

Guild Advice is a free and independent service offering in-person and online support and our experienced advisors will be happy to help.

Domestic Abuse

TW: Mentions of domestic abuse

Domestic abuse includes incidents or patterns of controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading, or violent behaviour – both mental and physical. It is never acceptable.

Domestic abuse can happen to anyone, by anyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, or age. It can occur within intimate relationships or involve family members, carers, children, or ex-partners.

Visit Victim Support for more information and support or the National Domestic Abuse Helpline which offers 24/7 confidential support, safety planning and access to local services.

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