Special circumstances

Much of the information given is for those fresh faced students straight from college with no other commitments. In reality, there is a wide and fantastically varied group of students at university who have special and differing circumstances. There could be extra support available for you!

If you fit into one of the categories below, you could benefit from a review from the Students’ Union Advice and Information Centre (SUAIC):

• Lone parents
• Student couples with dependants
• Students with disabilities
• Students who claim or have claimed benefits
• Students who have previously studied in higher education and who feel that their current funding might be incorrect or unfair
• Students facing problems or a crisis
• International students experiencing an unexpected change in circumstances

By contacting SUAIC you could find out if you should be getting more money and can gain advice on the best way to get through your university years!

Information on SUAIC

The Students’ Union Advice and Information Centre’s website is at suaic.susu.org. The SUAIC offices can be found in the Student Services Centre, Building 37 on the Highfield Campus. The centre can be contacted by phone on 023 8059 2085 or by email at suaic@susu.org. Alternatively, you can come and talk to one of our advisors in the centre.

Opening hours

Highfield

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 10am–4pm
Wednesday: 10:30am–3:30pm

Winchester School of Art

Wednesday, 1:30pm–5pm