Ukraine and Russia Situation

On this page:

• UK Government information
• Immigration advice
• Assignment extensions
• University accommodation
• Financial support
• Wellbeing and counselling services

UK Government information  

The UK Government has created the following information and advice pages to provide updates about the situation in Ukraine and Russia, and the latest travel advice for both countries. 

• World location news: Ukraine – includes information on help and services available in Ukraine, as well as details about passports and visas. 
• Ukraine travel advice  
• Russia travel advice   

Immigration advice 

The Student Immigration Team (Advice) is responsible for supporting overseas students during their stay in the UK, including immigration, money issues, employment, and personal matters. Read more about the team and contact an adviser. 

Assignment extensions 

If you feel that you need more time for an assignment, you might be eligible for an extension. Approval for an extension is discretionary, so contact your module/programme leader who will be able to help you.  

Alternatively, you may be eligible to defer your assignment under Serious Adverse Circumstances (SACs).  

University accommodation 

University accommodation is available now and for over the summer period if you need it. For more information, and to apply click here. 

Financial support

If you are a home student, contact the Student Funding and Financial Support team for further information. You can also attend one of the team's drop-ins taking place Monday - Friday, 10.00 - 16.00 in person and via Microsoft Teams. To book a slot click here.

Alternatively, if you're an international student contact the Student Immigration Team (Advice) for support. There is also the Overseas Student Hardship Fund that you may be eligible to apply for.

Wellbeing and counselling services 

 If you’re feeling anxious or worried, support is available should you need or want it. 

• You can contact our free 24/7 confidential wellbeing helpline with Health Assured by calling 0800 028 3766.
• Speak to a member of our Chaplaincy team.
• Talk to the Students’ Union’s Academic and Welfare Advisers.
• You can also seek advice from the Dean of Students’ Safeguarding team. 
• If you’re living on campus you can call 01707 281010 to speak to a Residential Assistant (RA) or email the Student Support team.

You can also use our Speak Out service if you’ve witnessed or experienced an incident, you’re uncomfortable with. 

Be reassured that support is always available, so please reach out if you or someone you know is struggling. 

There are also lots of external organisations that offer mental health and wellbeing support listed below. 

Please note: If your mental or physical health symptoms get worse, please visit your GP/Doctor as they are your primary care contact. Call 111 or 999 to access immediate/urgent support.