About Wellbeing Services
Wellbeing Services consists of a number of specialist areas that are complementary and together provide for the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of our community.
All areas provide services to individuals, through programs within the community or via information on websites. Wellbeing Services staff are skilled and committed in assisting and guiding students and staff make the most of their time at Melbourne and develop as independent and capable individuals.
Wellbeing Services incorporates the following units
Provide leadership and support for the department
The University Chaplaincy Service is a multifaith unit which assists with spiritual counselling for students, staff and the wider community. The Chaplains actively assists in personal and spiritual growth via prayer groups and other activities. Students from all faiths (or none) are welcome to visit.
Children's Services provides quality childcare facilities and programs to students and staff of the University of Melbourne from a range of sites. Programs are developed to encompass our cultural and diverse society and to prepare each child to participate and contribute to life on a national and international level.
The Counselling Service provides free counselling services and workshops to students and staff of the University. There are male and female counsellors available with extensive experience in psychological counselling and life skills.
Health Service is a general practitioner service. There are male and female doctors available, and you may also see a nurse. The Health Service also refers to outside specialists where necessary.
Melbourne University Sport is a semi-autonomous department of the University and is part of the Academic Services division. The Director, Sport and Physical Recreation is responsible for the management of Melbourne University Sport and ensuring compliance with the relevant University statutes and regulations.
This service provides advice and information on student loans and bursaries, government student assistance initiatives, budgeting, and on a range of matters related to student finances. If a student is having trouble coping with a lack of money, they can make an appointment for an interview with an adviser.
Student Housing ServicesHousing provides a range of information and advice about accommodation and tenancy issues. It also co-ordinates special accommodation services which assists with providing transitional housing for disadvantaged students.