Starting university is exciting but let’s be honest — it can also be a bit overwhelming. Between lectures, deadlines, societies, and trying to master something beyond instant noodles, it is easy to feel stressed. That is where the Huddersfield Students’ Union Advice Centre comes in. Honestly, it can make your life a lot easier.

The Advice Centre is a free and confidential service you can access in person or online and it is independent from the University. That means you can talk about your concerns openly and they will only share what you want them to share.

What the Advice Centre Can Help With

• Academic Support: Guidance on academic misconduct, appeals, complaints, fitness to practice, support to study, or disciplinary matters.
• Wellbeing: Help accessing mental and physical health support, on campus or elsewhere.
• Finances: Advice on budgeting and financial support, including the University Hardship Fund.
• Accommodation: Assistance with contracts, landlords, and any housing issues, working closely with HudLets.

How to Speak to an Adviser

• Email: advice-centre@hud.ac.uk
• Drop-in: iPOINT in Student Central, Monday to Friday, 1 PM – 3 PM
• Book an appointment: through their online booking system

The team is friendly, approachable and they make tricky issues feel manageable, sometimes even a bit funny.

Personally, knowing the Advice Centre is there has made a huge difference to my university life. University can throw all sorts of curveballs, but having a reliable place to go for guidance makes everything feel more manageable. So next time you are unsure about anything — academic, financial, wellbeing, or accommodation — skip the Google panic and head over to the Advice Centre. Your future self will thank you.