Queen's University Belfast
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Support and Wellbeing
SUPPORT AND WELLBEING
SUPPORT FOR OUR STUDENTS
HERE TO HELP YOU
At Queen's, we want you to make the most of your time here and reach your full potential. Our network of support services is dedicated to helping you throughout your university journey.
Our support teams can help you look after your health, emotional wellbeing, education, study needs, financial security, and future career.
WHERE CAN I GET SUPPORT?
We have a range of specialist services and sources of advice and guidance available to you throughout your time in Belfast. Find out more about our services and how you can get in touch with our teams below:
STUDENT CENTRE
The Student Centre is the first place to visit for information, support, advice and guidance including:
- Careers Service
- Wellbeing and Counselling
- Accessible Learning Support
- Student Finance
- Student Support
- Learning Development Servicer
- Student Administration
Learn more about One Elmwood Student Centre
[Accessible Learning Support
Our team can help you with in-course support, exam requirements and assistance with applications for the Disabled Students' Allowance.](https://www.qub.ac.uk/home/Study/student-life/Support-and-wellbeing/disability/)
Resilience, Wellbeing and Counselling
The Student Wellbeing Team are on hand to offer a friendly and comprehensive range of support services.
Careers, Employability and Skills
Our Careers team are committed to ensuring you have access to the right experiences to develop future-ready skills.
International Student Support
Queen's starts providing international student support before arrival. Our Immigration Support Service Team can help you make the most of your time here.
[IT Services
New students are invited to orientation sessions that outline the IT facilities and services available to them.](https://www.qub.ac.uk/is/)
Childcare
Offering a range of childcare support, including full-time day care, out-of-school care and a summer activities scheme.
[Faith, Culture and Belief
Our chaplains and other religious representatives serve students and staff across 12 faiths and denominations.](https://www.qub.ac.uk/home/Study/belfast/faith-culture/)
[Healthcare
Find out more about registering with a doctor during your studies.](https://www.qub.ac.uk/sites/my-queens/support/university-health-centre/)
INFORMATION
MENINGITIS
The Admissions and Access Service has been asked by the University’s Occupational Health Service to bring the following information to your attention.
Local, EU and international students aged up to 25 years and starting university for the first time, should get the Meningitis ACWY vaccine from their GP before going to university. The Meningitis ACWY vaccine will increase protection against four Meningitis groups (A,C,W and Y).
There is an increased risk of infection with meningitis spreading when people live closely to each other such as in university halls of residence and other shared accommodation. It is therefore recommended that students receive vaccination at least 2 weeks before starting university.
Meningococcal bacteria can cause:
- meningitis (inflammation of the lining in the brain)
- septicaemia (blood poisoning) often leading to a rash of dark spots
Meningitis can cause death or long-term health problems including:
- amputation
- deafness
- epilepsy
- learning difficulties
Symptoms of meningitis:
Meningitis can affect anyone, but is common in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults. Symptoms of meningitis develop suddenly and can include:
- a high temperature (fever) over 37.5C (99.5F)
- vomiting
- a headache
- a blotchy rash that doesn't fade when a glass is rolled over it (this won't always develop)
- a stiff neck
- discomfort or pain to the eyes due to light exposure
- drowsiness or unresponsiveness
- seizures (fits)
All students who are changing their GP or who are registering with one for the first time should choose a GP in the local area when starting university. If not already vaccinated, they can arrange to get this vaccine and other vaccines as appropriate. This should be done straight away – ideally in the first week of term – don’t leave it until later.
If you would like further information about meningitis vaccination, visit: https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/men-acwy-vaccination-teenagers-and-students
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