From your first day on campus until your last, we’ll make sure the right support and guidance is there for you whenever you need it.
We understand that adjusting to university life can be a challenge. Your health, wellbeing and personal development are as important to us as your academic achievement. To help with this, we have a dedicated Student Wellbeing Officer in Dubai, who can assist you with any academic or wellbeing concerns that you may have during your time with us. We also provide specialist support locally and online through our Edgbaston campus where you will have access to additional services like counselling and mental health support. Please contact your Wellbeing department to understand how to access the service.
If you have study support needs related to a long-term condition - including dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties, long-term illness, sensory disabilities, mental health difficulties, autism conditions, or other health conditions – then our Learning Support, Disability and Mental Health Services can support you throughout your studies.
You can also take advantage of a wide range of opportunities beyond the curriculum including sports, community volunteering, arts and culture. From joining the gym or a sports club to meeting like-minded people in a society, you will have plenty of opportunities to socialise, network and enjoy your time at the University of Birmingham Dubai.
Dubai campus has a dedicated Student Experience & Wellbeing team to provide support and guidance for all students enrolled in Dubai.
For more information about our wellbeing and support activities:
Visit our wellbeing section on the Intranet Contact our Student Wellbeing Team
Appointments and drop-ins
The Wellbeing Team are available throughout the year and offer booked appointments and a drop-in service. Drop in service is available during teaching term.
Wellbeing availability
| Monday |
3pm - 6pm |
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| Wednesday |
12pm - 3pm |
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| Saturday |
1pm - 4pm (only postgraduate drop-ins) |
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For drop-ins, you don't need to make an appointment you can just come and see us at The Student Hub during our drop-in times.
To book an appointment slot:
Contact our Student Wellbeing Team
Location: Student Hub (located at the top of the Spanish Steps on the first floor).
What does wellbeing mean to our students?
For me, wellbeing means managing my workload. I want to ensure that I manage my time well and that I only take on work to the degree that I can manage it efficiently while also having some time to myself. I also like meeting people and talking to my friends. This is also wellbeing to me and interacting with others gives me joy.
Sriniwas Garg, BSc Accounting and Finance student
Wellbeing, for me, is a mixture of elements that each represent a different aspect of our lives - physical health, mental clarity, emotional stability, and social connections. It's about achieving a balance between all these elements to feel fulfilled and content with ourselves. As part of the student association, I'm passionate about creating a space and an environment where students can explore and prioritise their wellbeing in their own unique ways.
Abudullah Alhasemi, BEng Mechanical Engineering student
For me, wellbeing means being healthy and happy. In other words, it involves having good mental health, being highly satisfied, and feeling grateful for our lives. Moreover, it encompasses having a sense of belonging and purpose, as well as being able to manage our stress. Of course, each of us will experience moments of weakness, which is perfectly fine. However, it's important to always make ourselves stronger again by believing that God always does what is best for us. Utilising helpful tools such as meditation, yoga, and listening to music can aid in this process. Additionally, seeking professional help is important when needed.
Jaida Meselhy, BSc Business Management with Marketing student