Study and wellbeing resources

There are some great online resources that cater to students, as well as some more general support tools.

Tip sheets

Mental health and wellbeing

Looking after your mental wellbeing is every bit as important as looking after your physical wellbeing – both for your studies and leading your best life in general! Our tip sheets will help you navigate some of the most common mental wellbeing issues for students.

Crisis

A crisis can happen at any time, to anyone, and when it does it can leave us feeling lost and confused about how to get help. Our tip sheets will help you take the first steps in navigating a crisis, while the Counselling Service also provides an After-hours support line.

Please note, if you are in immediate danger, or in an emergency situation, call police, ambulance or fire services on 000 (triple zero).

Academic performance

University can be a time of stress and many students benefit from support to make the most of their study and learning. Our tips sheets will help you build strengths to being a successful student. For further assistance, see the range of academic support options on offer.

Online programs

Each online program is a tool to help you with strategies and advice to look after yourself whilst studying at the University of Newcastle and beyond.

Being well living well

Developed in collaboration with mental health experts, higher education professionals, and university students and staff, this interactive, online toolkit takes a positive, preventative approach to help students maintain their mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. You can access these modules anytime via CANVAS.

Mental Health Online

Mental Health Online provides comprehensive online services and evidenced programs free of charge. If you’re experiencing mental distress, Mental Health Online can help you understand and address your needs through self-assessment, self-help and, if you choose online professional support.

THIS WAY UP

THIS WAY UP provides self-paced online courses that teach clinically-proven strategies to help you improve the way you feel. THIS WAY UP is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing under the Telephone Counselling, Self Help and Web-Based Support Programs.

Navigator: Taking care of you

Navigator is a website featuring articles and videos created by University of Newcastle students for University of Newcastle students. The ‘Taking care of you’ category is dedicated to ensuring you have your best possible uni experience, with advice on how to stay on top of studies, maintain your mental and physical health, and tips on how to unwind after a stressful day.

Mindspot

Funded by the Australian Government, Mindspot offers free online and over-the-phone courses to help adults living in Australia manage issues such as depression, anxiety and stress.

Helplines

Along with the range of online resources, there are lots of helplines and services that are just a phone call away.

ServicePhone
University of Newcastle after-hours support line

Call 1300 653 007

Text 0488 884 165 for SMS chat

Lifeline

13 11 14

Alcohol and Drug Information Service

1800 250 015

Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Helpline 1800 737 732
Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467  
QLife 1800 184 527
Mensline Australia1300 789 978