Help and student support
The International Study Centre has dedicated staff who will ensure that you get the support you need during your studies. In addition the University also provides a range of quality support services.
Taking good care of you
The University's student support services are designed to be there for you and help you develop the skills to live and work independently and successfully. A range of services are available to you to maintain and develop your health and well being whilst at university. The opportunities for physical, social, academic or spiritual development are many and varied.
Our completion rate is excellent - we are a top ten university for the number of students that go on to successfully complete their degree with us.
Comprehensive support services
Life at university is enjoyable and stimulating but there may be times when you would welcome someone to talk to. Whether in relation to your academic study and learning, managing your money, handling your relationships with others, or keeping healthy and well, the support services at Leicester have plenty to offer you in terms of practical advice and help.
Student welfare
The Student's Union provides a range of services to support you throughout your time at Leicester, such as a safe transport service to get you home after a night out or in the library studying. We provide a comprehensive welfare service running campaigns and raising awareness on topics such as mental and physical health, student accommodation, racism and many other issues that affect students.
The Careers Service
The Careers Service provides valuable advice on careers, further study and related areas. Trained careers staff help you make the best use of up-to-date careers information on occupations, employers and postgraduate study. There are regular opportunities to meet graduate employers and professional bodies at presentations, talks and fairs throughout the year. Practical workshops dealing with CV writing and interview skills are offered as well as vacation work placements and voluntary activities.
Students with disabilities
Services for students with a specific learning difficulty, such as dyslexia, a disability or a long-term condition are based at the AccessAbility Centre. Staff offer pre-entry contact to discuss your requirements, the organisation of exams, and one-to-one specialist support. The Centre has networked computers, printing and photocopying facilities as well as space to read and rest. All academic members of staff are aware that they need to make reasonable adjustments to ensure that students can fully participate in their course.
Facilities for worship
All the major world religions have representatives on campus. They are part of the University’s Chaplaincy, an information resource for world faiths. World Faiths Advisers exist for Jewish, Muslim, Christian, Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist students. Muslim students have a prayer room set aside for their needs on campus. The Chaplaincy is a place to meet new friends, to eat an inexpensive lunch, to relax and to pray. Chaplains provide support, advice and counsel, and welcome everyone regardless of faith.
Health Centre
The Freemen’s Common Health Centre is a general practice, catering specially for the needs of students at the University. You must register either with the doctors of the Centre, or with a local general practitioner. The Centre is staffed by male and female physicians and four practice nurses. All members of staff are sympathetic to and conversant with many of the difficulties of students. All international students can expect free general practitioner treatment.
