Health, safety and wellbeing
Your health and wellbeing are an important part of student life. Our student services are here to help you stay healthy, feel supported and make the most of your time at university.
Explore the advice and resources available to help you thrive while you study.
Your health
Looking after your physical health is an important part of making the most of your time at university.
Register with a doctor near you
We advise registering with a doctor (GP) near your new home as soon as possible. This is so that you can access medical care quickly and easily if needed.
UK students may already be registered near your family’s address, but it will be easier to go to appointments or get medicines from a local GP.
Free NHS treatment is accessible to:
- all UK students
- EU and International students on a full-time course lasting more than 6 months.
You may need to pay for prescriptions, dental treatment and eye care.
You can choose to register with any local GP.
Get wellbeing support
Life at university can be exciting but also daunting. We’re here to support you in all areas of your student life.
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glitter make up at the private view, 2017 London College of Fashion, UAL | Photograph: Ana Escobar
Make friends and find your community
Meet new people and join activities to help you settle in and thrive at UAL.
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Clemency Jones, 2021 MA Textile Design, Chelsea College of Arts, UAL | Photograph: Alys Tomlinson
Access online mental health support
All UAL students can get 24/7 online mental health support with Togetherall.
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Students in the Digital Labs, 2023, Central Saint Martins, UAL | Photograph: Bruce Basudde
Visit the Wellbeing hub
Explore the support we offer, from drop-in advice sessions or online resources, to counselling services and group workshops.
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Sophie Brameld, 2021 BA Textile Design, Chelsea College of Arts, UAL | Photograph: Rianna Doran
Out of hours and emergency support
Hopefully you’ll never need to use it, but it’s always good to know how to get help.
Health, safety and security
We want UAL to be a safe place for all students, staff and visitors. From first aid to studio and workshop safety or risk assessments for different activities, find out more about student health and safety.
Student security
Find out about security at UAL and safety tips for living in London, including cycling and transport, nightlife and cyber security.
What to do in an emergency
On-site security
We want to make sure you always feel safe on our sites. If you have an urgent security concern, report it to the site reception or to one of the security team.
Or you can report any damage, trespass or crime through our security incident reporting form.
Get emergency help
For emergencies, either call 999 and ask for an ambulance or go to the nearest Accident and Emergency (A&E) department in a hospital.
For non-emergencies, call 111. They will give you professional advice and make you an appointment with your doctor or nearest walk-in centre.
Evacuation assistance
In an emergency, or when the fire drill sounds, the lifts will be closed. If you need support to evacuate, tell your course leader. If needed, they will arrange a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) for you.
Your PEEP will outline what you need to do in an emergency and any assistance that will be provided to you.
Creating a safe and welcoming environment
We are proud of our diverse student communities, and we are committed to ensuring UAL is an inclusive and supportive environment for everyone.
There is no place for racism, bullying, harassment or sexual violence at UAL. Use our Tell Someone form to report incidents and get support.