Introduction
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Studying for Medical and Health Science careers can be a long and demanding journey. The University has various support services available to help you on the way.
Students can access all University facilities and services throughout their entire time on the course, even if you are in your placement stage and not based on campus. Please click here for more information.
Life as a student can be difficult and sometimes things can get imbalanced or a little overwhelming. The University's Wellbeing, Skills and Diversity team can be contacted about any issues that you may be struggling with, whether it is general student life problems or more personal issues. Their SharePoint site can be found here or you can email them to arrange an appointment to speak with one of their team: wellbeingskillsanddiversity@buckingham.ac.uk.
The Faculty also has its own Mentors, based at both Buckingham and Crewe, who will work with students to provide support in developing strategies and tools to help you as a student. Contact them directly to arrange a meet up, or contact Student Support for more details.
Looking after yourself - You should try to keep a good balance between work and relaxation while on the course. Pursuing interests, sports and hobbies will help keep you in good shape, both physically and mentally. The University has a lively Student Union with various clubs and societies for students to join. If you can't find something you like, try a google search for a local-based community group instead. Get outdoors in the fresh air as much as you can - our campuses have easy access to nearby parks and green-walks - take a look at the Campus sections for links to other resources in your area.
The Faculty Student Support Team are here to assist with specific problems that are affecting your ability to study on the course and to assist students going through various University and Faculty procedures. Take a look at the various sections below to see what areas we are involved with.
Please do contact the Team if you are experiencing any difficulties that are affecting your ability to study. This could include issues regarding your health (both physical and mental), learning difficulties, disabilities, academic issues, professionalism issues etc.
We can be contacted using our FMHS-studentsupport@buckingham.ac.uk email address.
Meet the Faculty Student Support Team
IMPORTANT - MEDICAL STUDENTS
As Medical Students, you have an added layer of professional expectation. We strongly recommend that you read the GMC (General Medical Council) publication "ACHIEVING GOOD MEDICAL PRACTICE" and refer to this document regularly throughout your time on the course, so you are familiar with the expectations the GMC have of all UK Medical Students. The Faculty has designed the course, and professional expectations of you as a Medical student, based on these guidelines.