Study Well 2016-17 Booklet

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Taking care of yourself can be challenging. Study Well is here throughout the year to remind you to treat your body and mind with the respect and appreciation it deserves!

StudyWell Heya, I’m Adam, your Vice President Welfare.

Study Well is here to remind you that in order to achieve your best academically, you have to put in the time to make sure you are mentally and physically at your best too. So take breaks, make sure you relax, and Study Well! I’m here to help, feel free to contact me on: @WelfareQMSU Adam Sparkes QMSU Su-vpwelfare@qmul.ac.uk

Look out for Discounts!

Union venues (Ground, Learning cafe and infusion) will be offering discounts and meal deals on healthy living options for Study Well, just look out for the stickers.

StudySpaces Did you know the Students’ Union has secured extra study spaces for you? Visit timetables@qmul.ac.uk or download the QMUL App. If you’re based at Whitechapel, head to the Library or the Garrod Building.

There’s also the Study Room, which you can find upstairs in the BLSA Building. Be sure to keep the rooms tidy please.

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Library The Hive Canal side Francis Bancroft Queens Building Engineering building Arts one & two Bancroft road teaching rooms

StudyBreak It’s really important to have a break once in a while.

Here’s some ideas of where to spend your study breaks. You can also find out about the nights out, day trips and other things that the Union has to offer on www.qmsu.org/events Brick Lane market Pop to Brick Lane at the weekend for an around the world food market. There are plenty of stalls in the area selling original art and clothing, and it’s the perfect scene for vintage lovers. Head there early to avoid the crowds, or embrace the hustle and bustle.

Theatre The Students’ Union offers discounted tickets for some of the most popular shows at the West End, or you can call up theatres to see what’s on offer.

Cinemas Take time out from reality and head to Mile End Road’s Genesis on Mondays and Wednesdays for discounted tickets. If you want something quirkier, look out for rooftop cinema screenings and pillow cinemas.

Local parks Enjoy an afternoon free from study in Victoria Park, the perfect destination for a picnic. Spend the day playing sports, spotting adorable dogs, or – if you’re feeling daring – hire a pedalo and go out on the lake.

StudentServices Library

Music

2,066 study spaces across 3 libraries, 48,500,000 online articles, and 498,000 books and e-books. www.library.qmul.ac.uk

Students can apply for music scholarships while studying at QMUL, join an ensemble, participate in and experience music with many outstanding events. www.music.qmul.ac.uk

Faith A Multi-Faith Centre, contemplation rooms, a prayer room and a chaplaincy which offers events and is open to all students, regardless of their religion and beliefs. www.faith.qmul.ac.uk

Careers & Enterprise

Advice and Counselling Confidential, professional support and advice for emotional, psychological, financial and student welfare issues. www.welfare.qmul.ac.uk

Student Health Service

1-2-1 careers appointments offered by a friendly team of Careers Consultants and 3,000 jobs listed on the website. (2014) www.careers.qmul.ac.uk

An on-campus, weekday NHS medical service for students living in QMUL halls of residence, or off-campus but within Tower Hamlets. www.studenthealth.qmul.ac.uk

Disability and Dyslexia Service

Learning Development

2,000 students offered access to reasonable adjustments, e.g. exam arrangements, dyslexia screenings and specialist one to one support. www.dds.qmul.ac.uk

Offers one-to-one tutorials and targeted workshops on aspects of writing skills, presentation skills, effective reading and exam skills. www.learningdevelopment.qmul.ac.uk

Check out our ‘Be kind to your mind’ campaign for ideas on how to boost your mental wellbeing. www.qmsu.org/welfare