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Wellbeing and Support

Supporting your wellbeing and success with guidance and resources at every step of your student journey.

Emergency and Crisis Response

If you witness an emergency in or around campus, please call Security at +61 3 8344 6666 or (freecall) 1800 246 066.

If you believe the crisis is life-threatening, please call 000 immediately and then call Security to advise them of the ongoing emergency.

If you, a family member, friend or fellow student is facing a mental health emergency or crisis, please refer to Counselling and Psychological Services.

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Extensions

This section provides information on applying for an extension for all subjects for up to ten days and must be requested before the assessment is due.

Special consideration

Students who experience acute, short-term circumstances which impact upon their capacity to complete a piece of assessment are advised to apply for special consideration.

Ongoing support

Support for students requiring long-term, ongoing support and adjustments due to a disability; a chronic or permanent health condition; sporting, performance or service commitments; or religious and cultural practices.

UoM Student Health and Wellbeing Hub

The University's Student Health and Wellbeing Hub is your gateway to health and wellbeing resources, events, services and other health and wellbeing initiatives at the University of Melbourne.

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University Wellbeing Services

The University of Melbourne provides a comprehensive range of services designed to support student wellbeing.

Student health and wellbeing hub

Find self-help resources, connect with other students, book counselling or medical appointments and more.

Counselling & Psychological Services

Free, confidential, short-term psychological counselling to students and staff, as well as a range of workshops, mental health training, and helpful resources.

University health services

Experienced medical practitioners, nurses and mental health clinicians providing healthcare in a safe and welcoming environment.

Student Equity and Disability Support

Supporting students with a disability, health condition or eligible commitments to participate equally in University life.

International Student Support

Information about student visas, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and international student support services.

Safer Community Services

The program provides support and advice to members of the UoM community about inappropriate, concerning or threatening behaviour.

External resources

There are a range of community support services and local organisations designed to facilitate the continual and healthy management of wellbeing.

Beyond Blue

Australia’s most well-known, trusted, and visited mental health organisations.

Headspace

A national online and phone support service, staffed by experienced youth mental health professionals.

Orygen Youth Health

Providing specialist mental health services for young people living in the western and north-western regions of metropolitan Melbourne.