Take care of yourself

Information on staying safe, caring for your physical and mental wellbeing, and accessing advice and support when needed.

Important

If you have a disability or learning difference, are neurodiverse or have a health condition that may impact on your studies at the University, please contact the Disability and Learning Support Service to discuss your support needs.

Getting support from the Disability and Learning Support Service

All eligible students must register with a GP/Doctor when living in Edinburgh. This page will explain who is eligible, how to register and how to access medical assistance.

If you have a disability, learning difference, health, or neurodiverse condition that impacts your studies, please get in touch with the Disability and Learning Support Service (DLSS) as soon as possible before your studies start. This is particularly important if you require exam support.

Useful information and services to help you maintain your wellbeing.

Edinburgh is a safe city with a low crime rate, but it is still important that you pay attention to your personal safety. You should be aware of the laws in the UK and Scotland while you are living here.

Edinburgh is a safe city, but it’s still important to know how to protect yourself against scams and fraud. These can happen in different ways, including in person, via social media, email, phone calls or text messages. Discover more about how to stay safe, spot scams and fraud, and tips on protecting your personal information.

Your safety, health and wellbeing are really important to us.