Tailored support

A range of tailored support options are available to you, including support for your transition to university, wellbeing and mental health support, and careers guidance. Student Wellbeing Services is available to offer support through practitioners from a variety of backgrounds and specialisms and in a wide range of languages. You can also find support through your students' union's (LUSU) Advice Service, a free, non-judgemental service ready to fight your corner if things go wrong.

Training for all students

All new students are asked to complete our Lancaster Values and Behaviours online induction course which helps ensure everyone has a shared understanding of their role in creating an inclusive community at Lancaster University. Access it through the Portal or the student induction hub after you have registered online.

Societies, groups and networks

You can join a diverse range of societies supported by the Students’ Union (LUSU), including groups based on different faiths and nationalities, as well as interests and campaigns. The union also supports six liberation groups that represent disabled, international, LGBTQ+, women, mature and Black students. You will have the opportunity to meet people from different groups during Welcome Week, and find out more about what they offer.

Representation

You choose who you want to represent you in roles that cover important areas such as welfare, equality and education. Students are represented by their Students’ Union officers, as well as by elected representatives in their colleges, and academic reps within their faculties.

Inclusive Lancaster

Lancaster University has a dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) team. Visit their EDI site to find the University’s EDI Calendar of Events, as well as policies, advice and guidance on a number of topics, aimed at creating a fairer and more inclusive University.

Anti-Harassment and Bullying Team

The Anti-Harassment and Bullying Team are available to support and guide students and staff who are concerned about incidents of harassment or bullying. They are an independent, trained group that operates outside of the University's formal processes to provide confidential and compassionate support.