My Support Network

We all know being a university student is difficult at the best of times, but when challenges arise and struggles come knocking at your door, carrying on with the work and making progress toward your goals can seem almost impossible.

For this reason, the University of Pretoria has developed a vast network of resources you can access to support and assist you through the hard times. Please have a look at the options below and use them when occasion arises.

 

Where do I turn when . . .

I am struggling with depression, anxiety or other psychological issues?

  • You need a counsellor! Click Here to book a screening session at the Student Counselling Unit on campus.

I get confused by the content of a module I am taking?

  • You need a tutor! Click Here to request the contact details of the tutors in our various departments.

I feel a lecturer has treated me or someone else in class unfairly?

  • You need a class rep! Click Here to request the contact details of the Class Rep for your particular module.

I lack the motivation and direction which successful UP students possess?

  • You need a mentor! Click Here to sign up for the STARS mentorship programme.

I am getting the run-around from NSFAS?

  • You need an NSFAS consultant! Click Here for directions to the Student Service Centre, and remember to ask for the NSFAS rep when you get there.

I experience some physical ailment, either illness or injury?

  • You need a nurse! Click Here to set up an appointment at the Health Clinic as soon as possible.

I need to drop a module, add a module or make some other registration change?

  • You need support from the Student Admin department! Click Here to share your request for an adjustment via email.

I would like to access the on-campus jobs database and search for work?

  • You need to complete the Ready4Work programme! Click Here to find out how from somone in the Career Services office.

I missed an assignment, quiz, test or exam and have a good reason for doing so?

  • You need to speak with your lecturer! Click Here to access the UP Portal, then check your Study Guide for the module via clickUP.

I need to get more exercise and want to join a sports club?

  • You need to spend more time on the sports campus! Click Here to find out which club sports are offered by TUKS Sport.

I have run out of food and need meal assistance?

  • You need emergency relief from our SNAPP programme! Click Here and send the SNAPP coordinator your request.

I require input from, or want to join my Faculty House leadership?

  • You need to speak with a memebr of the House Theology and Religion executive committee. Click Here for a list of their conact details.

I want to apply for a postgraduate programme next year?

  • You need to submit an internal application via the UP Portal. Click Here to begin the process today.

I have a problem that does not fit into any of the categories above?

  • You need to arrange an appointment with your Academic Success Coach. Click Here to email him details regarding your situation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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