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Settling into University

Starting or returning to university can be a fantastic and exciting experience, but it can also bring its own unique challenges, and we hope this video normalises any difficulties students may face, whilst encouraging you to be kind to yourself.

Student Support Zone

Student Support Zone is your ultimate guide to wellbeing at Imperial College London. Here you can find information and advice on a range of common concerns, alongside quick links to all the student support services such as the Chaplaincy and Careers. Get support for all aspects of university life including your health, wellbeing, and personal development.

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Imperial College Union

Imperial College Union is a community of all Imperial College London students working to achieve the best experience for every student. Everything you need to know about clubs, societies, activities, campaigns and services is right here.

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International Student Support

Imperial is a truly international community with students coming from over 140 different countries all over the world. Visit this webpage to find out more about information specific to different regions around the world and to get involved with upcoming activities and events run by the international student support office.

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Online Connect

At a time when life may feel unsettling and overwhelming, it’s good to have the opportunity to talk and connect with others who may be experiencing life in a similar way. Online Connect groups are facilitated by a Student Counsellor and Study Mentor (Mental Health) and there is no fixed agenda, just a great space to connect with others and feel supported!

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Transitions: Making Sense of Life's Changes

Transitions, by William Bridges, remains the essential guide for coping with the inevitable changes in life. Transitions takes readers step-by-step through the three perilous stages of any transition, explaining how each stage can be understood and embraced.

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Staying Well and Safe at University

This illustrated pocket book offers advice, practical tips and useful exercises for students who want to safely navigate the unique pressures and pleasures that life at university brings. Written by a mental health specialist, this easy-to-read guide will ensure that readers have all the tools they need to combat issues around leaving home, exam stress, socialising, safety, sex, and substances, so that they can truly make the most of their time as a student.

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Urgent Care

If you need urgent help please contact your doctor, or Imperial College Health Centre on 020 7584 6301.

You can also ask to see someone at the Accident and Emergency department of your nearest hospital. Information about your local A&E services can be found here - Find your nearest A&E - NHS (www.nhs.uk) Call 999 if you need help straight away

Other urgent out of hours mental health support

Samaritans - for people experience high levels of distress including suicidal feelings. Call 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org, this service is 24 hours.

Shout crisis text service - offers a 24 hour text service, free on all major mobile networks, for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. Text 'SHOUT' to 85258.

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Fitness to Study Procedure Inclusivity Statement Student Mental Health Code of Practice and Guidelines

Let us know what you think

If you have any comments, thoughts, or encouraging stories you want to share with us as a result of this week's topic, or any of the Kind Mind Series, please email us at counselling@imperial.ac.uk.

Settling into University