Wellbeing Support for International Students
Don't be afraid to ask for help if you are feeling overwhelmed or struggling with adjusting to life in a new country. There are many resources available that can provide you with the support you need throughout your studies.
If you have any questions or concerns related to your status as an international student, your first point of contact is our International Experience team. The advisers can discuss subjects such as your visa status, BRP cards, permissions for working alongside your studies or travelling while you are a student.
- For information about additional English language support see the Centre for Academic English and Skills webpages.
- Find out more about the international team on our International Advisers webpage
For situations which are not related to your status as an international student, there is support, information, and guidance available from the University and the Students' Union.
Housing:
Where you live during your studies can have a significant effect on your wellbeing and consequently impact on how well you do on your course.
- If you are having difficulties while living in University accommodation, you can speak with the Accommodation Team or see our webpage about problems in your accommodation.
- If you are in private accommodation, you can contact the Students' Union
- More information about accommodation
Wellbeing:
The Student Support and Wellbeing Advisers provide a confidential support service on a broad range of pastoral and welfare issues and would be happy to meet with you about any concerns that are affecting your time at the University of Worcester.
- You can book an appointment with an adviser by emailing studentlife@worc.ac.uk or by contacting firstpoint.
- For a more informal way to chat and meet other students, look out for their Fancy a Cuppa events during term time.
- More information about the Student Support and Wellbeing Service
Mental Health
The University is committed to supporting you if you're experiencing emotional or psychological problems, so that you can gain maximum benefit from your university experience and develop your potential to the full.
- You can access support through a STAR appointment.
- More information about Counselling and Mental Health support
Money and Finance
If you would like to discuss your finances, including advice on budgeting and opening a bank account in the UK, you can speak with a specialist money adviser.
- You can make an appointment with a Money Adviser through firstpoint.
- If you need to contact the Finance Department to discuss your tuition fee payments, you can email feesinternational@worc.ac.uk or phone 01905 542890
- More information about the Money Advice Service
Careers
For help finding part-time work, completing job applications, writing a CV or getting tips for an interview, you can speak with a careers adviser.
- All of their resources, including how to book an appointment, can be found on the myCareer portal.
- More information about the Careers and Employability Service
Disability and Dyslexia
The University is committed to supporting students who have a disability, medical condition or Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD) including dyslexia.
- If you would like to discuss a condition or additional need, you can book an appointment with a disability adviser.
- You will also need to speak with this team if you need special arrangements for exams, and this should be done a minimum of 4 weeks in advance.
- More information about the Disability & Dyslexia Service
Course and Studies
There are several teams who can offer support and advice if you have difficulties with your course, depending on what concerns you have.
- For specific questions about your course, your first point of contact should be your Personal Academic Tutor (PAT).
- Programme Advisers can discuss module changes, progression, and reassessments, although you may also need to speak with an international adviser if you are having to retake modules.
- For academic writing, work planning and referencing advice, please see our Study Skills webpage.
- More information about timetables
Students' Union
The Students’ Union is an independent charity, devoted to the educational interests and welfare of all students studying at the University. Its members are all students (full-time and part-time) registered for a course of study with the University of Worcester.
- If you want to connect with other students, the SU's sports clubs and societies is a great way to meet new people. You could also set up your own club!
- More information about the Students' Union