Help and advice for students
This page is for students or soon-to-be students
If you're a leader who is looking for ideas to support someone heading to university, visit our supporting students page.
Your University Chaplain
Most universities have a Chaplain, who works to support students across the campus/colleges. There are a number of Methodist Chaplains who you can connect with either before you go to university or whilst you are there.
They can help to link you with other faith-based student groups, or local churches or could just be someone to talk to or offer advice. Look at your Uni website for more details.
Other sources of help and advice
Student Christian Movement
The Student Christian Movement (SCM) is a student-led movement, responding to the call of Jesus to follow him and show the love of God on campus, in our communities and in the world. SCM groups come together as an ecumenical and inclusive community, exploring faith through worship, discussion and action.
The SCM website can help you find an SCM group that meets at your university. You can also use the site to help you find a local student-friendly church. There are quite a number of Methodist Churches listed!
movement.org.uk/get-involved/find-scm-near-you/
UCCF
Universities and Colleges Christian Fellowship (UCCF) is an organisation that helps support Christian Unions in colleges and universities. Their website features resources, advice for Freshers and short videos to provoke debate, amongst many other things!
Most universities have a Christian Union. To find out if there is one at your university see uccf.org.uk/christian-unions
Fusion
The vision of Fusion is to serve students and local churches as they get involved with mission in campuses and universities. They offer resources and training for students, help run small groups, as well as host a podcast. There is also a church link up function, to help you find student friendly churches near your university.
See: fusionmovement.org
Just Love
Just Love is an organisation that wants to support and encourage Christian students to get involved in issues of social justice. Just Love has groups at various universities who are involved in campaigning, volunteering, praying and fundraising. The website lists which universities have a Just Love group, as well as advice on how to start one.
Young Minds
The mental health charity, offers some helpful advice for students.
youngminds.org.uk/blog/university-a-freshers-survival-guide/
The Mix
Offers lots of advice for those aged 16-26, with some specific areas on its website for students.
themix.org.uk/work-and-study/student-life
The Uni Guide
Has a wealth of resources, including advice about preparing for uni life.