At UCLan Careers we offer a one stop service to help you progress to a successful future. Whatever stage of study you are at, or whatever your future aspirations are, we can help.

Students who declare their caring responsibilities to Student Services will be supported in a number of ways. For Care Leavers, please see Estranged students below.

Our Pre-School Centre offers a high quality, professionally run nursery and welcomes children from age 6 months – 4 years and facilitates up to 90 children.

The Counselling, Mental Health and Wellbeing service can help students experiencing a range of difficulties that are affecting their wellbeing. If you feel overwhelmed, stressed, experience difficulties with your health, personal life, or studies, please access confidential support and advice as early as possible from the CMHW team.

UCLan has one of the highest number of estranged students in all UK HEIs. The decision to attend university is a big one for anyone – more so if you don’t have family support. We provide specialist support and guidance throughout your studies.

The <i> - is the first point of contact for any non-academic student query. Our team includes specialists from key services such as wellbeing, disability and financial support, so we will ensure you get the right type of support. Based in the library, we have extended opening hours which include evenings and weekends.

We are fully committed to enabling access to all individuals who seek to benefit from our educational activities. We strive to remove any barriers for those with disabilities as far as possible, to ensure that we provide an inclusive environment.

Whether you are feeling ill, want contraception advice, are concerned about your sexual health, or need information on vaccinations for a trip abroad, the staff at the University Medical Centre provide you with a caring and confidential service on these and a wide range of medical matters.

The Oasis Faith and Spirituality Centre exists to encourage people in the pursuit and development of their faith, and to promote understanding and respect amongst members of different faiths. It also offers a neutral space where the chaplaincy team offer pastoral and spiritual support for all.

UCLan has a zero tolerance policy towards bullying, harassment, sexual assault and harassment, domestic abuse, hate crime and discrimination. If you, or someone you know, would like to report any issues, please visit our site, which also has a range of resources to help advice and support all our students.

Our Safety and Security team provide support for students 365 days a year and 24 hours a day. Our supportive team offer immediate (sometimes emergency) support and can signpost to professional student support colleagues in Student Services.

UCLan have two key sports facilities - the multi-million pound Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre, and one of the region's best multi-sport facilities, the UCLan Sports Arena. UCLan students based at the main Preston campus are entitled to free sports membership to these excellent facilities.

Our Student Financial Support Team provides advice and guidance to students in relation to financial matters. The team also manages the Access to Learning Fund and several bursaries that are open to students, for example, care leavers.

The SU can offer a range of information and advice on general health, mental health, sexual health, drugs and alcohol and personal safety.