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Student life, wellbeing and support

Everything you need to know about the student services, resources and events available to support you while you study.

Get help in an emergency: We are committed to providing a safe environment for all students.

Health and wellbeing

University Health Service

Comprehensive and accessible healthcare facilities are available for all students on campus.

Wellbeing and counselling services

We offer a range of wellbeing and mental health services so you can be mentally and physically healthy at University.

Safer communities

Specialist staff experienced in providing an immediate response to those that have experienced sexual misconduct, domestic violence, bullying and harassment and issues relating to modern slavery.

Inclusion and disability

Students who have a disability can gain access to the adjustments and services they need to succeed in their studies.

Academic support

Learning hub (Academic Language and Learning)

Develop your academic communication, research and study skills and access learning support at any stage of your studies.

Degree planning and academic advice

If you need help understanding your degree requirements or structuring your course, see our Planning your course pages.

For specialised degree or discipline advice, contact an academic advisor from your faculty or school.

Learning hub (Mathematics)

Develop your confidence and ability in mathematics and statistics.

Make choices to shape your future

Understand what opportunities are available throughout your degree that will help shape your future beyond your studies.

Access one-on-one support to help you make study-related decisions that will help you achieve your personal and academic goals.

The Library student support

Find out how to access places to study, the resources you need for your course, exam support, events, training and more.

Academic progression

Understand our academic progression process and how we can support you if you encounter academic or personal challenges in completing your studies.

Personal support

Financial support

If you experience financial difficulties that impact on your studies, we have a number of bursaries and interest-free loans to assist with essential study and living costs.

Student advocacy

You can access independent advice, advocacy, and support through your student representative organisation.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support

The Gadigal Centre can provide all students with pastoral care, social and cultural opportunities, and referrals to other support services.

Accommodation services

Experience life in an inclusive, supportive and authentic environment with students from all over Australia and the world.

Ally network and LGBTIQ support

A trained group of staff and students who support and advocate on behalf of everyone who identifies as LGBTIQ.

Multifaith Chaplaincy

Members of our chaplaincy come from a range of faiths. They work with student faith organisations and societies to provide spiritual guidance and leadership to students.

Get connected

Connect with our social community

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Sports and recreation

Join the gym, play social sport, learn to swim or sign up to one of 40 sporting clubs with Sydney.

Clubs and societies

With more than 200 student-run clubs and societies, you’re bound to find a few that pique your interest!

Peer support

Do you have any questions about student life at the University? Connect with one of our experience Peer Support Advisors (PSA).

Student life grants

Access funding and support to create innovative projects that resonate with other students.

Welcome hubs

Available until 31 March

Located in Carslaw West Learning Hub and Anderson Stuart Building, our welcome hubs are the perfect place to chill out and meet other students, get information about activities on campus and seek advice from our Peer Support Advisors, who are also current students.

Carslaw West Welcome Hub and Anderson Stuart Welcome Hub are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm until 31 March.

Careers

Right from your first year at university, you have access to an abundance of career counselling services and resources to help put you in the best career position by the end of your degree.

Transition to Sydney

Whether an international student travelling to Sydney from overseas, or a domestic student transitioning to uni life, we have info and support services to help you settle in.

Keeping our campus COVID-safe

Find out about our COVID safety precautions as well as what to do if you test positive.