Sometimes it is hard to know where to turn for support. If you're not sure where to start or the thing that's worrying you doesn't feel like it fits any of the other support information found on our support pages, then this is a summary of what support is available to you from the University.
University support for students and staff
- UWS Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Team can be contacted via email at equality@uws.ac.uk. The team provides advice, support and guidance on equality, diversity and inclusion related issues to students, academic advisers and other staff in student-supporting roles.
- The University's Mediation Service offers an alternative dispute resolution approach; it is confidential and can help resolve a disagreement or conflict with a colleague in the workplace or a fellow student.
University support for students
- The Hub is the first point of contact for support or questions that you may have during your student journey at UWS. There’s a Hub on every campus and online information and guidance can be accessed by clicking here. The Hub offers support and advice on issues affecting your student life, with signposting and referral to more specialist services. If you're not sure where to go, this is a good place to start.
- The University's Counselling Service provides confidential support via a team of professional counsellors. This service is available to all UWS students. You can make an appointment by contacting hub@uws.ac.uk.
- UWS Union Advice Service is a free confidential, impartial service where students can get advice and information on academic and personal issues, including advice on academic appeals and representation at hearings. The Advice Service is also a hate crime reporting centre.
- Personal Tutors. If you are a student you can talk to your personal tutor if you have concerns that are affecting either your course or within your personal life. If you do not know who your personal tutor is, you can find out by logging into Self Service Banner and clicking on 'personal tutor' from the menu.
- Residence Life Team. If you are a student living in student accommodation you can access support from the Res Life Team by calling Paisley 0141 848 3159 or Ayr 01292 886316 or emailing accommodation@uws.ac.uk. The team can be an important source of guidance and support for students.
- Extenuating Circumstances. If you feel your studies have been affected by something that has happened you can consider applying for extenuating circumstances. You can speak to your personal tutor if you have any questions or speak to a member of staff at The Hub. You can also get advice on the process from the Advice Centre in the Union.
University support for staff
- People & Organisational Development. Your HR team members will be able to provide guidance and identify the support that’s available for you. You can email the team by clicking here.
- Health Assured is the University’s employee assistance programme. All UWS staff and their immediate family can instantly access free personalised health and wellbeing advice and resources 24/7 365 days of the year. You can access full details of how to get in touch with Health Assured on the staff hub.
- Occupational Health is available to support you with any specific concerns you may have about your health and its impact on your wellbeing and role. You can find out more information and details on how to access this confidential service via the staff hub.
For more information on other types of support available, please visit our support pages.