Support

Wellbeing

We're here for you every step of the way

We're committed to making student life better. As such, we're here to help you on a variety of academic issues. If you're struggling with hitting deadlines, have educational needs that aren't being addressed or are being accused of academic misconduct, you can come and speak to us at any time.

Contact

Here at Brighton SU Support we can help you explore your options and the implications of your choices. In all cases, the earlier you contact us the more assistance we will be able to give you.

For help with any of these issues above please contact us and we can arrange to provide one-to-one advice and support.

Sexual Health

On Campus help

Sexual Health Drop-Ins

The Students' Union in conjunction with the NHS run sexual health testing at the Moulsecoomb campus at specific times during the academic year. NHS staff provide information and advice about sexual health and they will be able to discuss any concerns you may have. You will be able to pick up free condoms and lube, and will also have access to free chlamydia testing kits.

All events are term-time only.

Off Campus help

The Students' Union also has wellbeing cupboards placed at each campus. These include free resources such as condoms, lube and pregnancy tests for you to take if you need them. If you are unsure of where the wellbeing cupboard is at you campus please ask at the SU reception who will be happy to tell you where it is.

Brighton and Hove sexual health and contraception service (SHAC)

Brighton and Hove sexual health and contraception service (SHAC) is a free and confidential specialist service open to everyone regardless of age and sexuality.

Phone: 01273 242 091

Phone: 01273 523 388

C-Cards for free condoms

If you are under 25 you can get a C-Card which gives you access to free condoms, femidoms and lube across the city.

Students are also able to pick up tests from the c-card pharmacies around Brighton and also from Cockcroft GP surgery, you do not need to be registered

Phone: 01273 523222

Email: sc-tr.brightoncash@nhs.net

Emergency Contraception

If you have sex without using contraception, or if there is a risk that your contraception may have failed (eg, split condom, forgotten a pill), then you can use emergency contraception to prevent a pregnancy.

Mental health and Wellbeing

On Campus Help

BSU Support services:

You can book an appointment to see one of our Union Support advisers who will offer free, impartial advice and support to you no matter what course or campus you are on. Appointments and contact with the team are always confidential, non-judgemental and friendly.

Email: bsusupport@brighton.ac.uk

Phone:

SSGT’S and WELLBEING (University of Brighton):

The University offers help to students who may need advice or support through Student Support and Guidance Tutors (SSGTs) and a wellbeing service. Initially you may be directed to an SSGT who will try to help with any concerns you have, they can also help you get in touch with the counselling team if you feel this is the best option for you. You can find all the contact information that you may need here if you wish to speak to an SSGT or register for wellbeing services.

Off campus help

Samaritans

If you need crisis support they have A 24/7 Helpline that you can call. They also offer, advice, help and support to anyone who needs it, or are just there to listen to you if that’s what you need.

Phone: 116 123 (UK)

Email: jo@samaritans.org

Mind Brighton & Hove

Mind offer a range of advice about mental health for people needing support and for those supporting others. They also provide useful information of services that you can access in the area for more help.

Phone: 01273 666950

Email: info@mindcharity.co.uk

YMCA Downslink

YMCA downslink offer a range of services such as general advice drop-ins, housing advice and counselling. There website contains links to the different projects they run depending on the support you need.

Phone: +44 (0)1273 222550

Email: reed.house@ymcadlg.org

Drugs & Alcohol

On Campus Help

BSU Support services:

You can book an appointment to see one of our union support advisers who will offer free, impartial advice and support to you no matter what course or campus you are on. Appointments and contact with the team is always confidential, non-judgemental and friendly.

Email: bsusupport@brighton.ac.uk

Phone: 01273 642876

SSGT’S and WELLBEING (University of Brighton):

The university offers help to students who may need advice or support through Student support guidance counsellors and a counselling service. Initially you may be directed to an SSGT who will try to help with any concerns you have, they can also help you get in touch with the counselling team if you feel this is the best option for you. You can find all the contact information that you may need here if you wish to speak to an SSGT or register for counselling services.

Off campus help

Brighton & Hove Recovery Service

Pavilions provide information, advice, and treatment for anyone who needs it around drugs and alcohol.

Phone: 01273 731900

Email: brighton.referrals@cgl.org.uk

F.R.A.N.K

FRANK provide a wide array of information. Find out everything you need to know about drugs, their effects and the law.

Phone: 01273 666950

Email: talktofrank.com/contact