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Supporting our students - wellbeing

mature students at the Business School

​Disability Assist Services

The Disability Assist Service (DAS) supports students with disabilities by providing:

  • support for students who are applying for the Disabled Students' Allowance and a specialist assessment service
  • special examination arrangements
  • dyslexia and work place assessments
  • initial training and support in the use of specialist technical equipment
  • study skills support
  • information in alternative format.

This is just an outline of the ways in which we can support our mature students with disabilities. You are encouraged to contact Disability Assist Services if you are affected by a disability, whether it is visible or unseen, and they will work with you to identify possible support arrangements.

Childcare – Freshlings Nursery

If you have young children you may need help caring for them while you are studying. Freshlings Nursery is situated on campus and offers childcare to the staff and students of the university. It is well- equipped, providing children aged between 0-5 years with every opportunity for development and stimulation. Run by a team of dedicated and qualified staff, your child is guaranteed a safe and caring environment.

Chaplaincy

The Chaplaincy works alongside the other support services to ensure students feel comfortable, supported and part of the university community. They provide practical help and friendship, regardless of religious background or belief, or indeed lack of it.

You can always drop into Chaplaincy House just to read the paper, or to be totally undisturbed in the quiet room, or to see a chaplain in confidence. Alternatively, there are social and thoughtful events organised - anything from walks on the moor to discussion groups. Use the chaplaincy service at any level that suits you.

Medical Centre​

The University Medical Centre provides general medical services for students at Plymouth University. Staff at the Centre are friendly and approachable, with doctors who are interested in student health and wish to ensure good physical and mental health during your time at university. Nurses at the centre can also offer advice, support and information about any health concerns you might have.

The Student Counselling Service

Whether you are returning to study after being in employment or resuming your education after taking a career break to have a family – your life as a student will require some adjustment.

A confidential counselling service is available to all students. When required, our personal counsellors seek to help students focus clearly on their problems and to work towards an outcome which the individual student feels to be appropriate – be it personal difficulties, family issues or exam stress – we don’t want it to prevent you reaching your full potential.