Support
We are here to support international students through hospitality, partnering with university services and signposting to local charities.
Meet with Local Hosts (Local Link)
One of our students’ favourite experiences is being able to spend time with a local hosts, often visiting their home. Our Local Link programme gives you an opportunity to do this – simply use the Local-Link section of our App to sign up!
A few reasons you should sign-up to find a Local Link host:
- Experience a local home
- Enjoy a home-cooked meal or other activities
- Meet friendly local people
- Visit more than once if you wish
How can we support your health & wellbeing?
Sometimes life in a different country can be tough. We would recommend the following resources in supporting your health an wellbeing. We are always here if you would ever like advice or to talk.
Surrey Chaplaincy
Both Lilli and Phil are part of the 16 person (multi-faith) Chaplaincy team. They are here to listen to and support you in a safe, relaxed environment on campus.
MySurrey Wellbeing
Specialist advice on campus to advise and support your wellbeing and health needs while at university
Visit: (Click to view)
Call 01483 689498
Healthy Surrey
Information on the services available for mental wellbeing local services in Surrey.
Visit: (Click to view)
Samaritans
A free national charity offering a safe place for you to talk about whatever you like anytime night or day.
Visit: www.samaritans.org
Call (free) 116 123
Learn about Surrey with our video tour
Join Julian, one of our friendly volunteers to take you on a quick but useful tour of Guildford and get to know the town better. Download the QR codes to the right, so you can also visit the same places yourself. A Chinese version is also available!
(CLICK HERE)
