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Birkbeck, University of London Students

Birkbeck, university of London has carved a niche for itself owing to the exceptional student services made available to the students. There are a vast number of student services available at Birkbeck, university of London, which help the students both old and new in numerous different ways. The following are a few of them:

Applicant Journey

• • Interested in applying to our courses? Find out more about what you need to do.
• • While the majority of our students decide to live in private accommodation, we also offer student accommodation.
• • A series of events designed for new students to help you adjust to life at Birkbeck and meet your fellow students.
• • We provide support for overseas students to help you prepare for student life in London.

Wellbeing

• • The University of London chaplaincy offers confidential individual pastoral care and can help you reflect on issues relating to study, work and research.
• • Our affordable evening nursery on our Bloomsbury campus is available for children aged from two to six years.
• • We offer a free, confidential Counselling Service to help you with issues affecting your studies.
• • We welcome students with disabilities and are committed to helping you seize the opportunities available at Birkbeck.
• • Find details of general practices and out-of-hours healthcare services local to you.
• • We offer a confidential, impartial and non-judgemental Mental Health Advisory Service for all our students.
• • Birkbeck's multi-faith room is available to all students and staff for prayer and quiet contemplation.

Fees and Funding

• • Once you enrol and make arrangements to pay your fees, you can access all of Birkbeck's services.
• • Here you can find out what student finance is available, how to apply and who to contact for advice.

Student Journey

• • After enrolment, apply for your Birkbeck student ID card to access a range of free services and benefits.
• • Birkbeck Students' Union seeks to provide opportunities, guidance, and events to enhance your student experience.
• • Our ITS Service desk team members are your first port of call for ITS queries, including username and password support.
• • A supportive, vibrant environment for the intellectual interests of our postgraduate research students.
• • Call us first if you have any queries about studying at Birkbeck, or if you don't know who to contact.
• • This section includes information on taking a break from study, withdrawing from your course, and receiving your certificate and your official transcript of results when you graduate.
• • Whether travelling as part of your Birkbeck studies or travelling independently, our information and resources can help you make the most of your travel.
• • Birkbeck Library provides a wide range of resources to help you succeed in your studies.
• • From study skills to English language sessions, we support undergraduate and postgraduate students in every area needed to be a successful student, particularly if you are returning to study after a break.
• • There are lots of ways you can improve your existing skills and develop new ones, for your studies and beyond.
• • Find out about exams, coursework, marking criteria and feedback for all levels of study - undergraduate, postgraduate and MPhil/PhD.
• • We listen to what our students have to say by participating in four surveys. Here's what we've done in response to your feedback in the past.
• • We hold graduation ceremonies in April and November each year, in Senate House.
• • Birkbeck Futures is a one-stop service combining Careers, Enterprise and Talent support for our students and graduates.
• • Check our full list of student policies and course regulations.