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Links to Support & Information Services

Studying Medicine can sometimes feel like a bit of a roller coaster ride. It's good to know that there are services you can turn to if you need advice. Knowing when to ask for help is a valuable strength. Below are some links you may find useful.

LUU Student Advice Centre
Tel: 0113 380 1300
E-mail: advice@luu.leeds.ac.uk
Independent, confidential and free, information, advice and representation from professional advisors covering issues such as; Money, Housing, Immigration, Academic procedures, Other University procedures, student welfare and your legal rights, Also provide condoms, pregnancy tests, attack alarms, leaflets etc. Information desk - Open: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm

Student Counselling Service
Telephone 0113 343 4107 (out-of-hours answerphone)
Email:
stucouns@adm.leeds.ac.uk
You might feel embarrassed calling the counselling service, but you can always send them a quick e-mail first to see what they think. They offer friendly, non-judgemental support to students who may be experiencing difficulties including; anxiety, bereavement, problems with alcohol and drugs, depression, eating disorder, examination anxieties, homesickness, anger, relationship problems, insomnia, abuse, concerns about sexuality, worries about appearance, etc.
Out of hours: 
Nightline: 0113 380 1381  The Samaritans: 0845 790 9090

Leeds Student Medical Practice
0113 295 4488

Accommodation Services
Tel: 0113 343 7777
Helps students to find suitable University accommodation, offers advice about accommodation problems, provides information about residential and non-residential Wardens and Sub-Wardens. Open: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm

UNIPOL
Provides information to students looking for accommodation outside that which the University provides.

Careers Centre
Tel: 0113 343 5295
 Offers  Information, advice and guidance about career planning, work experience, what employers want from you, and starting a business
Open: Monday 10.00am - 4.30pm
Tuesday to Friday 9.00am - 4.30pm

2007 Medical Specialities Report (requires Adobe reader)
Describes the career choices and prospects available within medicine before embarking on postgraduate training.

Work Placement Centre
Promotes and supports work placement activity throughout the University.

Central Student Administration
Tel: 0113 343 3998
 Provides central administration services taught students, including information about; Student Loans, Council Tax Exemption, Replacement Student Cards, Exam time-table problems, Resits and Appeals, Late registration, Access to Learning Fund Payments, Grant cheques, Fees (academic and accommodation)
Open: Monday to Friday 10.00am - 4.00pm

Chaplaincy
Tel: 0113 343 5071 (general enquiries)
Tel: 07780 613862 (out of hours)
A place of welcome and friendship for all - religious and non-religious alike.

Drugs and Alcohol info (requires Adobe Acrobat)

Disability Services
Tel: 0113 343 3927
Provides a range of guidance and support to disabled and dyslexic students, including advice about claiming Disabled Students' Allowances, trained note-takers, readers, interpreters, orientation for blind and visually impaired students, transcription of material into Braille, large print and on to tape, support with exam concessions and dyslexia strategy sessions, 24 hr personal assistance scheme.Open: Monday to Friday 10.00am - 4.00pm

Equality & Diversity
Tel: 0113 343 3927
Raise issues around equality & diversity and any unfair treatment with the LUU Welfare Unit or the Equality Unit. E-mail:
equality@leeds.ac.uk

International Student Office
Tel: 0113 343 3930
The international Student Office provides advice and practical help for international students and their families, including; drop-in information, enquiry service, student Lounge, advice on immigration and working regulations, social activities, trips and host visits, help in getting used to a new culture and systems, support with personal and academic problems, assistance and activities for families. Open: Monday to Friday 10.00am - 3.30pm

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Last updated 10th October 2008
Disclaimer: The information and views provided in these web pages are not those of the BMA, Leeds University, or Leeds University Union Union. They are those of the Leeds Intraschool Committee.