Fitting in
It's common to worry about making friends and fitting in at university. Try these practical resources to help you feel you belong.
Am I good enough?
- Self-Compassion
Find out what self-compassion is, the three elements of self-compassion, guided meditations and exercises. - How to overcome imposter syndrome
How you can combat feelings of self-doubt and feelings that you don't deserve your success.
Culture shock
If you have arrived in the UK from another country you may experience culture shock. You may notice differences between the way things are done and what you are used to at home. It is very common and there are things you can do to make it better.
- What's on: events and activities for current students
Online or in-person events and activities where you can connect with fellow students and build your Bristol community. - The Global Lounge
Share experiences and make friends through a range of cultural events and activities. Open to all students and most events are free. - Student Minds: Transition into University
Transitions offers a single source of resources with helpful tips for navigating university life.
Inclusion
- Students' Union networks
Networks are an exciting way to build communities. Free and open to all students. - Freedom (Off the Record)
Freedom is gender and sexuality social action project run by Off the Record. - Your Amazing Mind podcast: Marginalisation and Mental Health
Listen to Khadija's experience as a Muslim medical student. - Your Amazing Mind podcast: LGBTQ+ and Mental Health
Ruth shares her story of self-discovery and self-reflection and acceptance into the LGBTQ+ community.
Workshops
Find out what workshops we offer to support you.
Self-care
Our short guide will help you make a self-care plan to boost your resilience, improve self-awareness and help you deal with life's ups and downs. There is also an accessible version.
Being Well, Living Well toolkit
This toolkit has practical tips and tools to help you feel settled, support friends and get help if you need it.
Follow the self-enrol link to join. If you don’t see the self-enrol link, you’re already enrolled.