If you have been negatively impacted by the behaviour of others before or during your time at University then consider accessing support. Support is non-judgemental and is available to help you if you need it, no matter the circumstances.
University Support
Information on the services that the University offer and external services can be found on the Student Support website. This includes information on how to access the University’s:
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Harassment and Violent Support Service (HVSS) for those who have been subjected to any form of sexual harassment or violence and/or intimate partner abuse, and those who have been impacted by religious or racial discrimination or violence
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Counselling Service which supports students who are experiencing personal, relational or academic concerns
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Mental Health Advice Service (MHAS) which supports students with mental health issues
The Student Advice Service within the Cambridge Students’ Union, are a team of professional independent advisors who are familiar the University’s procedures and can offer free, confidential and impartial advice to all Cambridge University students.
College Support
You can speak with your College Tutor, Senior Tutor, College Nurse, or another member of the College welfare team, details of which will be available on the relevant College website.
Impact on Studies
If your studies have been impacted by a student's or staff member's behaviour then you will not need to provide a full account of the behaviour if you have already reported it to the University, College or Police in order to apply for intermission, an examination allowance or other practical support. If you are an undergraduate or postgraduate taught student your College Tutor can help apply for these measures. If you are a postgraduate research student you can apply directly - more information, including applying for intermission, is available here.