Wellbeing and mental health support available at universities

We've tried to list the most common forms available, but you should do your own research for the universities you are interested in to see what is available and what you need to do to access this support. 

Good search terms to use are 'Wellbeing support' or 'Mental Health support' or 'Student support' at 'University Name'. 

If you use the term 'Disability support' or 'Disclosing disability at University Name' this will normally lead you to a page which tells you how to formally share your mental health information with your chosen uni or higher education provider. 

There is lots of useful information on the Student Minds website including advice and information about mental health and wellbeing and how to get support! 

What’s the difference between university mental health services and clinical care?

Although universities may employ mental health professionals, they are not working as nurses, social workers, occupational therapists etc. but are using their skills and knowledge to apply to a mental health in education setting. They also have no powers of intervention. 

Any clinical care is always the responsibility of statutory services such as the NHS.

This includes: 

  • diagnosis
  • prescribing medication
  • reviewing medication
  • recovery, reablement and rehabilitation support
  • 24/7 or ongoing crisis care
  • early intervention in psychosis
  • hospital admission/inpatient care
  • care planning.