Supporting you
Support for students
We want you to experience university life to the full, so the support we offer is aimed at helping you reach your potential.
Whether it is practical, personal or study support that you need, help is available and easily accessible.
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Ways we can help
Funding advice and support
- Need help sorting out your student finance or loan? The team can help you contact Student Finance England.
- Interested in a bursary or scholarship? We offer a range of funding options and can help you apply.
- Are you an international student? The team can advise on applying for work visas and finding jobs.
Cost of living support
We recognise that the economic climate is currently making things extremely tough for students to make ends meet, and UWL is here to support you.
Working with UWLSU, departments across the University have identified ways we can support you at this challenging time – whether the support you need is connected to your finances, your wellbeing or simply ensuring you can access life’s essentials.
Your wellbeing
We want you to experience university life to the full. We are here to help you with any health matter that is affecting your studies or general wellbeing. We offer:
- Contacts for registering with local health services
- Counselling sessions and support
- Mental health support
Get the most from your studies
We have a range of ways to help you get the most from your studies:
- A daily, confidential, drop-in support service
- A range of academic skills masterclasses to refine your essay writing or presenting skills
- A Peer Mentoring Scheme so you can connect with other students who can support you and share their experiences
Your welfare matters
You never know when you may need a helping hand.
Our Welfare Team are here to help should you have any personal difficulties or problems with accommodation, your course or an issue with another student of member of staff.
Careers advice, not just for university but for life
- We can help you find a part time job during your studies, a placement as part of your degree or a full time graduate role.
- We offer masterclasses to help you tailor your CV or refine your interview skills.
- You can get specialist careers advice to help you decide what you want to do when you graduate.
Disability and specific learning differences support
We want all students to have equal access to their course and the facilities at UWL. We can provide confidential, specialist advice to help address any physical, study or communication barriers you may find in the university environment.
- Find out how our library can support you on our library services for disabled students page
- Find out about access arrangements on our campus at AccessAble
Support for care leavers
From application to graduation, we are here to help you make the transition from care through university life.
We offer a wide range of support and guidance to help with specific questions or concerns you may have.
We can help you with choosing a course and making your application and will continue to offer dedicated support throughout your time with us.
Faith Service – Care and support for all
We offer inclusive pastoral support to all students and staff, regardless of religious or non-religious belief.
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Interfaith Adviser
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Prayer and contemplation spaces
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Pastoral care
Student experiences
In this student vlog, Ellen, a BA (Hons) Acting and Theatre-Making student, talks realistically about what she spends at university.
Rebekah, a BMus (Hons) Performance and Recording student, gives us her tips and advice on looking after your mental health while at uni.
International students - Discover your future with us
Taking you beyond the classroom into the world of work
Our courses and facilities are designed to take you beyond the classroom into the real world of work and focus on developing the qualities and expertise that your future employer will look for.
- Find out about available courses, fees and funding options and entry requirements on our international students page
- Discover our wellbeing top tips for international students
Find out more
Student Services can be found right in the middle of The Street at our St Mary's Road site and is open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. Or, contact us anytime by email or telephone 020 8231 2345.