London Welfare

From academic concerns to personal challenges, our dedicated team offers guidance and essential support throughout your university journey.

As a dedicated group of support staff, we understand that navigating the challenges of academic life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and we are committed to ensuring your well-being and success.

The Welfare Team

The Welfare Team are on hand to talk through any academic or personal issues you may be facing during your studies. In addition to supporting and helping you access any other relevant support services; our team can authorise coursework extensions and discuss mitigating circumstances claims with you.

Your welfare is important to us, and we are committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for all students. Join us on your journey of personal growth and wellbeing, as we strive to ensure your success and happiness throughout your time at Loughborough University London.

For more information, reach out to the team via email.

Current students can book an appointment with the team via LEARN.

Mental Health Support

Our dedicated Mental Health Support Team provides support to students who face barriers affecting their ability to study as a result of their mental health.

Loughborough Nightline

Loughborough Nightline is a confidential, non-advisory, out-of-hours student listening service that you can contact by phone or email with anything that may be on your mind. Fully trained volunteers are available to talk, with no fear of being judged.

You can contact the Nightline service +44(0)1509 227 650. Phone lines are open from 8pm until 8am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday during term time.

Loughborough Nightline also has an instant messaging service available between 8pm and midnight during opening hours.

You can also email Loughborough Nightline.

Faith and Spirituality

The Centre for Faith and Spirituality, based on the Loughborough campus, is the focus of religious, spiritual, and faith-based activities for both our campuses. Chaplains from the major world faiths offer support and guidance, whatever your religious or spiritual beliefs.

The team works closely with faith groups located close to campus in London to ensure you have the opportunity to reach out to the community of people who share your faith.

Disability Support

We are a dedicated support network, creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all students. Our experienced team is committed to providing assistance and accommodations tailored to your specific needs. Whether you have a physical, sensory, learning, or mental health disability, we are here to ensure that you have the necessary support and resources to succeed.
 
Our services include: 

  • Support, advice and guidance
  • Recommending appropriate assessment arrangements
  • Arranging one-to-one support specific to students needs
  • Liaise with social services departments to help arrange funding for personal care needs (eligibility criteria applied) 

For more information about support during your time at Loughborough University London, email London Welfare, or call +44(0)20 3805 1351
 
To help us ensure adequate support is arranged prior to your arrival, we ask that you share some information with us about your disability and/or health circumstances via our online portal.

Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)

DSA is support to cover the study-related costs you have because of a mental health problem, long-term illness or any other disability. This can be on its own or in addition to any student finance you receive.
 
Download the link for the latest DSA forms for your academic year. You can contact the London Welfare Team for a discussion on how to complete the form and the next steps.

Disability Support Network (DSN) 

The DSN is a student-run association which represents disabled students at Loughborough University.

The DSN is here to support and develop the community of students on campus who self-identify as either living with a visible or invisible disability. They also aim to educate and raise awareness of all disabilities on campus in order to make the university as accessible and inclusive as possible.

Counselling Services

We offer online counselling to all students at Loughborough University London. You can talk to experienced staff based at the Loughborough campus about any personal, social or emotional concern, whether or not it is affecting your work or studies.

Counselling can help you find ways forward, make decisions, gain new perspectives, discover solutions and come to terms with and manage challenging life events. If you are a current student with us and you think you would benefit from online counselling, you can contact the service.

Health Care

We recommend you register with a local GP who will be your first port-of-call should you have any health problems.

Incident Reporting

We understand that incidents can occur, and we are here to support you every step of the way.  
 
Incidents can include but are not limited to: 

  • Domestic violence
  • Stalking
  • Mental Health & Wellbeing
  • Hate crime
  • Safeguarding
  • Sexual violence
  • Bullying / harassment
  • Substance misuse

All reporting is confidential and anonymous reports can be made.

Equality, Diversion and Inclusion

Our diverse community of students, academics and professional service staff brings together a variety of lived experiences, thoughts and perspectives to make Loughborough University more equitable and inclusive. We will prioritise activities that identify and remove systemic inequities, associated with protected characteristics and marginalised groups, as well as promote and progress equity and inclusion.

Explore the areas and find out more about our EDI strategy.