Support over the summer break

At UAL, support doesn’t stop when term does. Wherever you’re spending the summer break, you can access services that help you look after your wellbeing and feel connected.

Below you will find tips for taking care of yourself over the break, as well as details on how to access support services and facilities during this time.

Taking care of your wellbeing

The summer break can be a great time to socialise and enjoy the weather as well as slow down and reset so you feel ready for the new term.

Below are some ways to look after yourself across the break.

Make time to rest

After a busy term, giving yourself moments to pause can help you feel more grounded and ready for the new academic year ahead. Rest can look different for everyone, you might want to see loved ones, spend time on a hobby or simply take a step back and reflect.

Check out the Wellbeing Hub for more tips, or Student Minds for resources on making the most of the break.

Be creative

Take the time to explore more within your practice without academic pressure and get inspired from recent work from UAL Showcase.

Explore the city

If you're staying in London over the break, take advantage of offers like Student Art Pass discounts or your college specific local guides to discover art, culture and experiences in your local area.

Halls Life have shared why you should stay in London this summer. Find out what the city has in store!

Student Services

Student Services staff will be available during the summer.

This includes:

• Counselling
• Health advice and chaplaincy
• Disability services
• Immigration and money advice

Need urgent support?

If you have a serious emergency over the break, call emergency services (999 in the UK) immediately, or visit our out of hours support page to find someone to speak with. If you're an international student, you may also want to get in touch with your embassy or consulate for help.

Togetherall

All UAL students have access to Togetherall, a free online mental health tool. You can access Togetherall 24/7 throughout the break:

• Speak to others in a one-to-one chat or a community group
• Take online self-help courses exploring anxiety, sleep, depression, problem solving, assertiveness and more
• Complete self-assessments to help you understand more about yourself and how you are feeling, set goals and track your progress

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