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Support and guidance


When you join Sheffield Hallam, you’ll be supported from the start

You’ll have access to academic, wellbeing and career services designed to help you succeed and plan your future with confidence. You’ll also be part of a welcoming community where you can belong, reach your goals and make the most of university life.

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Wellbeing and mental health

If you need someone to talk to, or want to access support for a friend, we’ve got you covered.

Talking to a wellbeing practitioner, accessing self-help resources, or connecting with others through peer support are just some of the ways to get help that works for you. We're here to help you manage challenges and feel part of the Sheffield Hallam community.

Find support that works for you

Practical and financial support

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Careers and employability

We can help give you an edge in the job market, with access to work experience, internships and paid work opportunities.
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Student budget hub

We’ve created this handy guide to bust common myths, share our top tips and help you feel confident and financially prepared for starting university.
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Working while you study

A lot of our students work part-time while at university. We can help you find a job on or off campus to fit around your study and free time.

Helping students who face challenges going to university

From skills workshops, to practical support such as making a course application and managing finances, our friendly team are here to answer any questions and give the support that you need.

Our student programmes
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Community and belonging

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Multi-faith chaplaincy

Available to students and staff of all faiths and none. Offering welcoming prayer spaces, events and guidance for all faiths and backgrounds.
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LGBTQ+

We encourage you to be you. Wherever you’re from, whoever you are, however you express yourself or identify, you’re welcome here.
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Helping you feel at home

Welcome to Sheffield Hallam! Your go-to guide for enrolling, preparing and settling into university life with key resources and next steps.
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Your Students’ Union

Here to support every Sheffield Hallam student with free and confidential advice to help you with money, housing, academic issues and wellbeing.
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Mature students

Sheffield Hallam has many mature students, and we provide support and community connections to help you succeed, no matter how long since you last studied.

Specialist support

Disabled student support

Our disability advisers can answer all types of disability enquiries and arrange support for your studies.

Support for refugee students

We welcome refugee students and offer support with your university application, scholarships, funding and settling into the city.

Armed forces community

If you're serving, have served, a reservist or have family who are serving, we offer financial support, application guidance and opportunities to build employability skills.

Student parents and carers

Balancing uni, work and childcare can be a juggle, but we make it easier to manage. Explore flexible study, our nursery, financial support and additional carer resources.