Student Resources

Academic Resources

The Faculty of Engineering and the º£½ÇÉçÇø provide a variety of services to help you with your academics and provide personal support throughout your degree. From help with math and writing to a Librarian in Residence to help with your research, to a wide array of health and wellness resources, we're here to work with you and help you learn.

Academic Success Centre

The Academic Success Centre provides professional academic support to students. They help students in all programs, and at all levels of achievement and study. Specifically, they offer:

  • Appointments with a Learning Specialist to address specific academic needs
  • Workshops for Students focused on specific academic skills like study strategies, effective writing, note-taking, last-minute exam strategies, etc.
  • Writing Services to help students with their written assignments.
  • Their Peer Tutors can help you get ahead of assignment deadlines, brainstorm ideas, or get feedback on a draft paper.

Academic Accommodations

The º£½ÇÉçÇø provides accommodations to eligible students who encounter medical or non-medical restrictions to their ability to perform the activities necessary to pursue studies at a post-secondary level. Medical restrictions include a physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication, or sensory impairment, or a functional limitation that restricts the ability of an individual. For more information, please visit Accommodations and Accessibility or contact the accommodations team at arrec@ualberta.ca.

Decima Robinson Support Centre

Mathematics and Statistics courses at the º£½ÇÉçÇø can be extremely challenging for some students. The Decima Robinson Centre offers:

Students' Union Tutor Registry

The Tutor Registry is an online resource for students and tutors. Students who are looking for extra support with their university and high school courses are invited to to find one-on-one tutors for their courses.

Engineering Students' Society

The ESS is a non-profit organization formed by undergraduate engineering students for undergraduate engineering students. They offer a number of academic services, including the aimed to provide mentorship and peer networking opportunities for first and second-year students.

Personal Support

Life events and experiences outside the classroom can have a significant impact on your studies. For the full list of free and confidential health resources available to support every º£½ÇÉçÇø student, please visit the Health + Wellness page, the Student Success and Experience services, and refer to the CCS Guide to Campus and Community Mental Health Resources.

Counselling + Clinical Services

Counselling and Clinical Services (CCS) provides psychological treatment services to the students at the º£½ÇÉçÇø using a short-term therapy model. The intention is to help students cope with situations that impact their current level of mental health or illness to assist them to function successfully during their University experience.

Faculty of Education Clinical Services

The Faculty of Education offers low-cost therapy with Student Clinicians. Clinical Services is a training ground for graduate psychology students and a provider of affordable psychological services for the community. They serve individuals across all age groups, including the university community and the general public.

Wellness Supports - Social Work Team

Wellness Supports has a team of Registered Social Workers who work with students on a one-to-one basis. Contact their team by emailing wellness@ualberta.ca. They assist students in the following areas:

  • Housing
  • Finances
  • Academics
  • Personal Wellness
  • Life skills development
  • Family dynamics
  • System navigation

First Peoples' House

First Peoples' House provides students with programs and services including: academic, emotional, physical, cultural, mental and financial wellness services.

Students' Union Peer Support Centre

The is a Students' Union service that offers a free, confidential, and non-judgemental place to talk to someone for support. Their trained volunteers offer peer support, crisis management, information and resources, as well as a safe and confidential place to talk. They also have a library of on and off campus resources to give you an idea of where to go when you leave the Centre.

Sexual Assault Centre

Confidential support for anyone affected by sexual assault or abuse, sexual harrassment, relationship violence, or stalking — by appointment, drop-in or virtually. Learn more here.

Resources for Black Students

The Black Students' Collective has compiled a list of resources, services, and activities that directly support Black students' academic development, student participation, and other student services for Black Students. 

International Student Services

International Student and Visitor Services provides programs, services and events for º£½ÇÉçÇø international students and academic visitors. Our team of licensed immigration consultants and student advisors support international students and academic visitors with immigration and support in adjusting to Edmonton - helping them to succeed at the º£½ÇÉçÇø. International students who need advice relative to their academic or personal situation may contact International Student Services.

º£½ÇÉçÇø Health Centre

Whether you are feeling unwell or it's time for a regular check-up, the physicians and nurses at the University Health Centre are available to help and answer any questions you have relating to your healthcare journey. If you have any questions please contact UHC by phone at 780-492-2612 or email at hws@ualberta.ca. The Health Clinic is located at 2-200 Students' Union Building (SUB). 

EmpowerMe

Students covered by the SU Comprehensive Care or Basic Care Health and/or Dental Plan, have access to , a mental health and wellness service. Empower Me has several professionals with various domains of expertise, including psychology, psychotherapy, social work, nutrition, etc. You can connect with EmpowerMe by calling 1-833-628-5589 (toll-free), available 24/7.

Financial Resources

If you are struggling financially, the º£½ÇÉçÇø offers many resources, including access to emergency funding and bursaries. For more information about financial support options, please visit Scholarships, Awards and Financial Support.

Crisis Support

If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support, please contact: