Student support

If you need a hand, be assured that help is readily available. We aim to provide a supportive service in an informal, flexible and, where appropriate, confidential way.

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Academic support

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive study environment where everyone gets the support they need.

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Career services

The courses offered at SRUC are very varied and open up a huge range of possible career paths.

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Health & wellbeing

The SRUC has a variety of advice and support available for the physical and mental well-being of our students.

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International students

Studying in a foreign country means there will be some different customs and culture; or even a lot.

With a little preparation and knowledge this can be an exciting opportunity to learn and grow and be part of something new!

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Educational and personal support FAQ

Need some advice or extra support? No problem.

: If you think that you have made a decision that is not right for you, speak to your Year Tutor and Student Support staff. We can support you with why you may be feeling this way and look at your options.
: At the start of each academic year, students are given a tour of the campus and introduced to staff. We have a one-stop shop for support, with all the team in one room. Pop in and see us and we can make sure you can access the support that is right for you.
: Contact pastoral support, we can make sure you know who to speak to and where to find them.

Using our Personal Learning and Support Plans, we can make sure you feel confident that staff are aware of your needs and you have a clear plan for your support.
: Yes, we can carry out a dyslexia screening. Contact education support to arrange a screening.
: Yes, you can make an appointment to meet with education support who will help you with your coursework outside of class time.
: Yes, this can be arranged, we will need to have some evidence as to why this is required, contact education support to discuss.
: That can be arranged if required, please contact student support to discuss your requirements.
With your consent, we can also link in with your school to discuss the support that has been in place and offers transition visits.
: We have our own Careers Advisor at the campus and can book in an appointment for support.
: Yes, we have a counsellor that you can make an appointment to see on campus.

We can offer appointments with our Counsellor, usually within a couple of weeks. This support is confidential and is organised during your college day to help support your wellbeing, without having to go on a long waiting list or travel to attend appointments.
: You will meet with a member of the support team and open a personal learning Support Plan, this will detail what support you need and how this will be provided. This information will be shared with academic staff (with your permission) to ensure you have the required support in all classes.

We would recommend that you disclose this information on your application so that we can make sure we can discuss with you what support works best for you. Getting things set up from the start of term puts you in the best place to fulfil your full potential.

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Open days

During our online open days you can talk to course tutors and students and find out why studying at SRUC is such a unique experience.

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Virtual Experience

We've created a Virtual Experience platform for students where you can find great videos and examples of what it’s like to study our courses, along with campus and facility tours.

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