Studying at degree level can mean quite a life change, particularly if you have to move away from home. There’s so much to think about - how you’ll get on with your course, who you’re going to make friends with, what the area will be like and where you’ll live. Don’t worry though. Staff at our Student Advice Centre will provide guidance and support on a range of issues to make your life here run as smoothly as possible. For students with disabilities and learning difficulties, additional support is available from our dedicated Support and Guidance Team.

Ways we can help

At our Student Advice Centre, you’ll receive professional and practical help not just with degree-related issues, but also with:

• paying for your course and living costs and accessing financial support
• planning your career
• any personal difficulties, through our counselling service and Chaplain
• registering with local health services

Childcare

Blackpool Children’s Information Service (T: +44 (0)800 092 2332) can give you details about available local childcare. You might even qualify for help with the costs – speak to our welfare advisers for details.

Extra support for those who need it

If you have a disability (including a specific learning difficulty or mental health issue), rest assured you will receive all the support you need throughout your time with us. At our Technical Assessment and Support Centre, we will determine your individual support needs, which may include specialist support tutors, assistive technologies, communication aids, notetakers and scribes, and material adaptation.

For further information, or if you would like to discuss your personal requirements in confidence, please contact us.

Contact us

For advice and information about student welfare and support, please contact the Student Advice Centre.

Telephone: +44 (0)1253 504298/504496

Email:

To find out how we can help with disabilities and learning difficulties, please contact the Support and Guidance Team.

Telephone: +44 (0)1253 504356

Textphone (Minicom): +44 (0)1253 355755

Email:

Our Advice Centres are accredited to the matrix quality standard, giving you the highest level of service possible.