Urgent wellbeing help
Do you need to speak with someone urgently because you're concerned about your own or someone else’s immediate wellbeing or safety?
If there is an immediate emergency requiring ambulance, police or fire services, dial 999.
There is a University mental health advisor on duty Monday – Thursday 08:30–17:00 and Friday 08:30–16:30. You can contact them by calling the Student Hub at +44 1752 587676.
What to do if you are feeling actively suicidal when usual services may be closed:
If you are about to harm yourself or have already done so, phone 999 or immediately go to the Emergency Department at your local hospital.
If you require support on campus or University of Plymouth managed halls you can contact
campus security 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: +44 1752 588400 / security@plymouth.ac.uk
If you have no immediate plans to harm yourself, the below free services may be helpful:
- Mindline South West Text and Chat Service – 24/7 text and webchat service.
- NHS 111 – National Health Service non-emergency number for physical and mental health.
- Samaritans – A supportive phone line, 116 123.
- SHOUT – Crisis text service – text SHOUT to 85258.
TalkCampus – An online, global wellbeing community for students.
Sexual violence
If you have been recently subjected to sexual assault or violence, or are unsure if you have been, there is immediate help and support available for you. You do not have to report to the police to get support.
- Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) – Self refer for medical, practical and emotional care and advice with specially trained NHS doctors, nurses and support workers.
- Police – Call 999 if you want to report a recent assault or if you're in immediate danger.
- Student Wellbeing Services – We will be guided by you, are here to support and explain available options to you.
Speak Up – The University’s online reporting tool for reporting incidents of hate, harm or abuse, including sexual assault, or if you wish to make a complaint about another student/staff member.University Sexual Violence and Misconduct (SVM) Policy – Outlines support and options available if you have experienced any form of SVM.
Domestic abuse support
- Plymouth domestic abuse service – Call 0800 458 2558 or online self referral available on the website.
- Refuge – Freephone 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247.
When to contact security?
Security are available on campus 24/7.
- If you are seriously concerned about your own safety or the safety of another student.
- If you have called the emergency services as security will guide them to the correct building.
- If a serious incident has occurred on campus or in University halls and you need immediate support.
- If you or someone you know has a mental health crisis out of hours.
Student Wellbeing Services
Student Hub, Charles Seale-Hayne Library, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA