Student support
Whether you’re concerned about your studies, need financial or career advice or have emotional or health concerns, our student support services are here to help.
Guidance for all students
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is the online support portal for current students. Students can get advice about anything from careers to accommodation to welfare support – all available in one easy to use place.
Students also:
- have access to resources 24/7
- are able to access support services and book onto events
- make an enquiry via the portal and be connected with the relevant staff member.
Health and Wellbeing Centre
The Health and Wellbeing Centre is home to the and the and can be found opposite the Student Centre. You can self-refer for therapy and find out more online. The Student Wellbeing Canvas site also has details of where to find the weekly wellbeing stall.
The Student Centre
The Student Centre offers support on a range of welfare issues. We can help with:
- concerns affecting study progress
- health and wellbeing issues
- money matters
- improving your academic performance.
You can during the week and book appointments with experienced advisers.
See inside the Student Centre on the ßÏßÏÊÓƵ campus
- Video transcript
Transcript starts:
Impressive aerial views of the ßÏßÏÊÓƵ campus, descending into the entrance way of the Student Centre.
Text on screen: The heart of your student experience. Have you been inside yet?
A barista hands over a coffee cup.
Text on screen: Grab a drink. See what’s going on.
Walk-through views of tables, chairs, spaces, nooks and quiet corners.
Text on screen: Find a place to study or to take a break. Stay solo or invite your friends.
Text on screen: Bring your own lunch.
A student putting food in a microwave.
Text on screen: Facilities for everyone.
Glimpses of toilets and changing areas.
Text on screen: Spaces for events and workshops, and to take a breath.
Inside large, brightly-lit rooms with acoustically treated ceilings. Gliding out into an airy courtyard with a relaxing fountain.
Text on screen: Find confidential support, or any extra help you need.
A student advisor shows the way into a confidential room. Two welcome desk staff smiling and pointing towards a wide staircase.
Text on screen: More spaces upstairs, plus drop-ins and services.
Meandering through stylish corridors, students working quietly, towards an open door, where another advisor waits to help.
Text on screen: Your Student Centre.
Views of the foyer and the building from outside.
Transcript ends.
Specialist support
We offer a range of tailored support for all students.
Residential Life team
If you live in University-managed accommodation you can also speak to our Residential Life team. They offer welfare support and run a drop-in service on campus during the week.
Security is available 24/7 including public holidays via phone at 01273 678234, or via e-mail at security@sussex.ac.uk.
Disability support
You can also get advice if you have a disability, long term physical or mental health condition, autism spectrum condition, or specific learning difference through our specialist support services.
Our network of expert staff includes specialist advisors, support workers, mental health mentors, note-takers and study skills tutors.
Support is available to applicants, who may discuss their adjustments prior to starting, and to all current students with additional needs.
Find out more about disability support for current students at ßÏßÏÊÓƵ.
Students with families
We have a range of facilities for students who come to study at ßÏßÏÊÓƵ while caring for children or other dependants.
On-campus nursery
We have a nursery and pre-school on campus. Places can fill up quickly so it’s best to apply as early as possible.
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International student advice
At ßÏßÏÊÓƵ, you’ll join an international community of students and staff from more than 140 countries. Our support begins before you start at ßÏßÏÊÓƵ – we can help you apply for a visa and find out what to expect when you arrive.
Throughout your studies, you’ll be invited to activities and events to help you make new friends and settle into life in the UK. We also provide careers support, including advice on visas and how to get a job in the UK.
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Careers support
To ensure you get the best possible start to life after University, we offer specialist careers guidance, support to start a business, and opportunities to engage with employers.
You will also have access to graduate, placement, internship and part-time job vacancies, as well as a menu of work experience exclusively for ßÏßÏÊÓƵ students.
Find out more about career development at ßÏßÏÊÓƵ.
English language skills
Once you’re here, our English Language for Academic Study service offers free workshops, one-to-one tutorials and writing sessions. Our aim is to help you develop your English and adapt to UK academic study.
Faith and spirituality
The Meeting House is the base for our on-campus chaplaincy, with services spanning a range of faiths and deonominations. The campus also has a Muslim Student Centre and prayer facility.
Student Communities
We want to ensure that every student, including those who identify as belonging to the following communities (LGBTQ+, trans and non-binary, care-experienced and estranged, BAME, disabled, parents carers and mature students), are – so you get the most out of your time with us.
Commitment to inclusion
All members of our community, including our students, will have equal access to opportunities and we will support them to achieve their potential.
Support through the Students’ Union
If you want to make an academic complaint to the University, our Students’ Union can to help you through the process.
The Students’ Union also , including issues surrounding housing, transport, equality and higher education policy.
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