Summer support for students: review

Communications & Awareness

1. Communications from Institutions

• The majority of students participating in the workshops reported that they mainly receive information from their college/university via email. However, some institutions also use internal portal systems and apps which students have access to.
• In some cases, students reported that they are contacted by their course tutor or other member of staff directly. However, some students reported that not all institutions continue this level of support into and throughout the summer.

2. Resources Available

• Some students reported that upon starting their course, they are provided with information on the counselling and wellbeing services at their institution. They are also provided with information on Discretionary Funds. This communication continues to be signposted throughout the year and on the lead up to summer.
• It was also noted that some institutions run budgeting workshops for their students at the beginning of the academic year.
• In terms of advice on summer jobs, some students reported that the college/university Careers Advice Service has been particularly helpful.