Wellbeing at Ghent University
Life as a student is exciting and challenging. But it's not all sunshine and roses. You may have a lot on your mind from time to time. It's important to know that you can find support for any issue – no matter how small or harmless it might seem. You don’t have to go at it alone – get help!
Are you struggling with studying or are you having a rough time due to the current circumstances?
- On 'Wel in je vel' and on Very well mind you can find some tips & tricks to support you.
Get to know fellow students
- KLIK: social app for students in Ghent
- Student associations (in Dutch)
Improving study skills
- Maximize your study efficiency
- Guidance for improving your study habits: the monitoring service of your faculty
- Studying with a disability
- Academic writing
Worries on your mind
Experiencing study-related or personal difficulties? Don't keep them to yourself.
- The monitoring service of your faculty is your first point of contact and can help you find the right support
- Participate in one the free workshops about wellbeing
- Talk to a student psychologist
- Start to talk: get in contact with fellow students dealing with the same issues
- Experienced or witnessed boundary-crossing behaviour? Trustpunt wil listen to you confidentially
Experiencing difficulties or doubt
You won't know if your choice of programme was right until you started it. Sometimes it just doesn't work out and the reality falls short of your expectations. This isn't an easy position te be in, so inform yourself about all options and consequences. Make sure you seek advice before taking any hasty decisions.
Crisis
- Ghent University Security Department and Emergency Centre: 09 264 88 88
- Suicide line: 1813
- CAW crisis help: 09 265 04 90
- Ghent University Emergency Psychiatric Unit: 09 332 43 44
