Your wellbeing
Support services
We understand that at times you may want to discuss matters of a personal or academic nature.
There is a range of support systems in place across the University, including your direct supervisors, advisor, Division PGR tutor, the Doctoral Academy and central University support services.
Faculty support
If you're not sure where to go for advice, the Doctoral Academy will be able to point you in the right direction, or talk to you confidentially.
It is important, where possible or appropriate, that you keep your supervisor and/or advisor informed of any personal circumstances that affect your ability to study, whether it is ill health, financial or other personal problems, particularly if these may lead you to request an interruption or extension.
You can also ask to speak to your advisor or Division PGR Tutor in confidence, and issues raised in this manner will not be discussed with any member of your supervisory team or any other individuals that you specify without your permission.
University support
You will find the most comprehensive information on student support services on the central Student Support website.
If you don't want to talk to University staff, you can contact the Students' Union by emailing advice.su@manchester.ac.uk or calling 0161 275 8066.
The University also has a web-based platform called Report & Support that allows students, staff and visitors to securely report bullying, harassment, sexual harassment or discrimination and get confidential advice from a Harassment Support Advisor. You can also report something anonymously.
External support
- Alcoholics Anonymous (tel: 0161 236 6569)
- George House Trust - HIV and AIDS helpline (tel: 0161 274 4499)
- Citizens' Advice Bureau (tel: England 0800 144 8848 / Wales 0800 702 2020)
- Manchester Brook Advisory Centre - abortion/sexual health (tel: 0161 237 3001)
- Manchester City Council Housing Aid (tel: 0161 234 5000)
- Greater Manchester Rape Crisis (tel: 0161 273 4500 / 0161 273 4591)
- Samaritans (tel: 0161 236 8000)
General wellbeing
Wellness looks at how you concentrate on more than just physical health, exercise or nutrition. It is about the whole you and how you nurture all areas of physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing.
Resources
University Counselling Service
An extensive timetable of free group sessions that help support your mental wellbeing, as well as your physical health.
Everyone at the University can access free online mental health and wellbeing support with TogetherAll, any time, any day.
Information on supporting your wellbeing through activities and self-reflection.
UoM Sport: Sport and activities
Information on the Be Active programme of fitness classes for all levels, as well as running and walking groups and general wellbeing services.
Trips, groups and activities that bring together our international students and staff.