Welcome to Sheffield Hallam!
We hope that you enjoy your first few weeks at University, settling in and meeting new people.
If you need any advice or support during your time at Hallam, please feel free to visit us at the Student Services Receptions.
Your Support Network
Starting at university is a big lifestyle change for most people. You may have moved house, moved away from your home town, leaving important support networks behind, such as friends, family, school or college, past work colleagues etc.
That’s why it’s more important than ever to ensure you build up a new team of support people and support services in your new life here at Sheffield Hallam. Studying in Higher Education can be challenging and you might have all sorts of demands on your time and resources. Let us help!
Student Advice and Information
At any time during your course, if you have a question about any aspect of university life, you can ask us! If we don’t know the answer, we will point you in the direction of someone who does. Visit us at the Student Services Receptions. Here, you can discuss any concerns or questions you may have about university life. We will help you to think through your options and will provide you with information about relevant support you may wish to access.
Faculty Student Support
During your time at Sheffield Hallam, it is a good idea to get to know your Faculty Student Support team. This team will help you if you experience problems on your course, for example if you feel you are going to miss a deadline or if you need to take time out of studying for exceptional circumstances. Each course has a designated Student Support Officer. Find out who this perosn is by visiting your Faculty Helpdesk or by searching on shuspace.
Coming to university may have meant a big change in your life – you might have left home, friends and family. These changes can be very upsetting and unsettling. If you feel you would like to discuss your feelings in a private and confidential space, with a trained counsellor or adviser, please contact our Student Wellbeing team. Visit shuspace for more information.
Studying at Higher Education level can mean a significant change from the way your have studied previously. Don’t get caught out. If you feel yourself starting to struggle with the demands of your course, access support! Visit shuspace for the latest details of Study Support sessions available.
If you are a disabled student and have not yet set up your support, it isn’t too late! You still have time to apply for DSA (if you are eligible) and to arrange for a learning contract to be set up.
Get advice about budgeting from the Students’ Union Advice Centre or contact Student Financial Support for fees / funding enquiries.
Sheffield Hallam University Students’ Union
Events at Hallam Union
The first week of semester one is Welcome Week at the HUBS. There will also be Freshers’ Fairs and poster sales as well as many other activities going on. Pop into the HUBS when you get a minute.
A great way to make friends and have fun is to join a club or society. See the website of Hallam Union for further information. You might also be interested in volunteering, learning a new sport, or getting some extra training.
