Universities can offer support in many ways
to ensure that the needs of students are
addressed. Under-represented students come
from an extremely wide variety of backgrounds,
subsequently there is no one way to support
them.
Many universities have a wellbeing, disability
and mental health team that are dedicated to
providing a confidential and non-judgemental
space, in which students can discuss any
issues that may be affecting their ability to
study.
Some universities offer support for all students
at a base level. At UCL for example, every
first-year undergraduate student is assigned
with a personal tutor. First-year undergraduate
students are also matched with a transition
mentor to offer guidance and advice in the
transition to university.
The additional support offered by universities varies but can include:
Universities are accessible and the support
is available to enable students to study as
independently as possible during their time
there.
Different universities will offer different types of
support as mentioned above. To support your
students who have additional considerations,
it is worth advising them to research what
support systems are available at their chosen
universities. Often students in need of additional support
can contact universities prior to joining to
discuss support to help with the transition to
higher education.
Some groups that may be able to access
additional support at universities include care
experienced students, estranged students,
disabled students, forced migrants, mature
students and young adult carers.
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