Support Services

Advice Support and Careers (ASC)

Our Advice Support and Careers team are here to help if you have questions about student finance, careers or future study options or would you like help with job applications.

They also offer counselling support if you are worried about any personal issues including mental health. Find out more about the support offered by ASC

Financial Support

Financing your studies shouldn’t be a barrier. There are a range of financial support options available. Find out more about the financial support that could benefit your studies.

Student Support and Engagement

The Student Support Team at college are committed to ensuring that all students have the opportunity to fully participate in college life and achieve and progress in education and learning.

We support all students including those with special educational needs and disabilities including:

Specific learning difficulties
Autism spectrum conditions
Mobility and physical difficulties
Sensory loss
Medical conditions
Mental health and wellbeing

We provide a range of support services which can include:

Initial assessment, advice and guidance
In class support and support drop ins
Regular contact and reviews with our dedicated team of Access Advisers
Support with examination access arrangements
Assistive technology loans and tutorials
Access to a Personal Learning Coach

If you would like more information about available support or would like to discuss your needs further, contact the Student Support Office (GR 0.22) on on 0191 375 4380 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Tutor Support

Higher Education (HE) Academic Support Tutor

At the start of your course, you will be introduced to a range of higher education skills which you will develop throughout your studies. These include critical thinking, using suitable resources to support your work, referencing, and presentation skills. Developing some of these key skills can be a little daunting at first, but you will become proficient at them with practice.

To support you with your study skills development, our HE Academic Support Tutor is based in the University Centre and is available for 1:1 tutorials and group sessions. This support may be particularly useful in the early days of your HE studies as you become accustomed to the skill set required, however you can access this support at any point of your course.

The HE Academic Support Tutor can be contacted directly, through your Course Leader or Personal Tutor. Your study skills development is integral to your HE studies, so please do not hesitate to ask for academic support throughout your time at the College. We are here to help you achieve your course qualification.