Student Wellbeing
During your time at Edinburgh Napier University you may find that you require some support or advice on different aspects of your study. Here at the Business School there is always impartial and confidential advice available if you need it.
Our Student Wellbeing team work alongside other staff to help you achieve your personal goals. They aim to support you and help you get the most out of the University – from joining and induction onto your programme of study; to working your way through your programme; to finally graduating and employment.
They help by offering information, support and guidance through a well maintained website, regular drop-in sessions, workshops and seminars, quick queries answered via email and one-to-one sessions with experts when required. There is also a 24-hour contact line offering emotional support during a crisis. For further information contact the Student Wellbeing team.
Careers
Our Careers Unit liaises closely with all Faculties, employers and alumni to provide a range of careers information, guidance, skills development and employment opportunities. They can help you with: Programme options; Work placements; Part-time and vacation jobs; Graduation vacancies; Work and study abroad; Skills updating; CV preparation; Interview skills; Funding for postgraduate education and training; Employer information.
When you are ready to look for full-time or part-time career opportunities, Careers can advise you on making applications, presenting yourself to employers and up-to-date interview techniques. Workshops and seminars are organised throughout the year. The team offers 'Quick Query' sessions allowing you to drop in with queries each day during the working week.
You’ll find 100s of employer vacancies throughout Scotland and the UK (including vacation and part-time work) on our Vacancies Online system allowing up-to-the-minute, easy searches over a broad range of vacancies. Local and national employers regularly offer seminars to students to talk about their industry and to highlight available opportunities.
Students with Disabilities and Special Needs
Staff at the Business School can talk to you about meeting your learning support and other needs (exams, transport, equipment and software) and about applying for Disabled Students’ Allowances. They can arrange assessments for dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties and provide individual and group learning support.
We have an adaptive Technology Centre and expertise on specialist software and equipment to help a wide range of students. The staff liaise with contacts at the Business School to prepare programme leaders to support you and to resolve difficulties as soon as they arise. You can contact them to talk about facilities, equipment and support and if you would like, to arrange a visit (see related link below).
Counselling
Carrying out academic work isn’t always easy. You might have personal or financial problems which distract you, or you might find the going tough, or you may be suffering from trauma or depression. Individual Guidance sessions with a counsellor are available every weekday and are a quick, easy and confidential way for you to access immediate support. You may then opt for a series of counselling sessions. For further information contact Student Wellbeing.
Chaplaincy
Our team of chaplains is based within local churches and faith communities. Some have particular areas of interest or expertise e.g. bereavement, HIV, healing. The Chaplaincy Service is completely confidential and is available to anyone associated with Edinburgh Napier.
We might be able to help you if you are feeling lonely or isolated, if life is a bit of a struggle and you're not sure which way to turn. We can offer non-judgemental support for as long as you need it and have access to a broad network of support within the community.
24hr helpline 0131 447 2375
