"Mental Health is defined as a state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stressors of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community."

World Health Organisation

Being a student can be hard, navigating a new city, moving out for the first time, a new way of learning and new people to meet. Throw in moving to an entirely new country with an unfamiliar language and customs and it can be difficult being an international student!

• Missing home, friends and family
• Adapting to new teaching styles
• Making new friends
• Meeting people in the local community
• Financial difficulties
• Language difference
• Feeling different

You can find more information on our website by clicking here, where we talk about Culture shock, activites available and mental health support. 

Every Wednesday from 7 pm-8 pm our Chaplain Chris Howson hosts the University of Sunderland Friendship Evening!

This takes place at CitySpace: 3 Chester Rd, Sunderland SR1 3SD

This is a social event for all students at UOS to meet and get to know each other. All current and former Sunderland Uni students are welcome to join in. For our international students, this is a great place to learn English, talk with friends, and meet some new unforgettable people!

To get involved just contact Chris.Howson@sunderland.ac.uk for more details. You can read more about Chaplaincy by clicking here.