Non-urgent support - wellbeing, medical, academic

Wellbeing service 

ANU Thrive is a student-led initiative which aims to support students by listening to their concerns and connecting them to the most appropriate service or providing information. The team offers consultation drop-ins every Tuesday and Wednesday for students. The sessions are free of charge, confidential and are facilitated by trained student leaders. ANU Thrive also runs a number of events and activities aimed to provide avenues for ANU students to stay connected with our ANU community. 

Wellbeing service 

ANU Counselling is a free, confidential and non-diagnostic service available to all currently enrolled ANU students.  No referral or Mental Health Care Plan from a General Practitioner is required to attend appointments.  

Medical service

ANU National Health Co-op is a confidential medical centre which offers General Practitioner and other primary health services. Membership to the National Health Co-op is free for ANU students and a small monthly fee for ANU staff. There is a network of 10 National Health Co-op clinics in Canberra.

Wellbeing Service

The ANU Psychology Clinic offers reduced-rate psychological services to ANU students. The clinic does not require a General Practitioner's referral (although referrals can be used nonetheless). The clinic is staffed by registered clinical and provisional psychologists. Please note that the clinic may not be accessible for students studying a psychology program. 

Student support

The Respectful Relationships Unit can provide information, support, case coordination and referral for those impacted by sexual assault or sexual harassment, including those supporting someone who has experienced sexual assault or sexual harassment. The Respectful Relationships Unit leads the University's ongoing work to prevent sexual assault and sexual harassment before it occurs and to respond appropriately when it does happen.

Chaplaincy service

ANU Chaplaincy is endorsed by the University and is provided by a multifaith team of chaplains, including members of Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Jewish, Baha'I and Humanist traditions.

Wellbeing service and crisis support 

The ANU Wellbeing and Support Line is a confidential and free personal crisis counselling available after hours and on weekends. It is available to all ANU students at no cost to them, for support with situational stress, emotional difficulties and mental health concerns. It is also available to all ANU student leaders for debriefing and wellbeing support.

Student assistance

Student Central is your first point of contact for anything relating to student administration, advice and support services at ANU. The friendly team can help you with a range of enquiries from enrolling in your course and understanding fees and invoices, to getting your student ID card, graduation and more.

Student support

Access and Inclusion (A&I) supports students within the Australian National University community whose participation in academic studies is impacted by physical and learning disabilities, mental health conditions, chronic medical conditions and short term illnesses/conditions. A&I also support carers, international under 18 students and elite athletes. 

Academic Advice 

The Dean of Students provides students with confidential and impartial advice, as well as assistance and support. This might include support for applying for academic extension, advice on the formal grievance resolution procedures, and help to resolve issues within the University. 

Academic assistance and advice

Academic Skills offers assistance with fundamental academic skills. Academic Skills offers appointments and can help with time management, referencing, reading strategically, making a clear argument, and much more. You'll find a range of useful resources and information on their webpage. They also offer English conversation groups via Zoom. 

Career advice and assistance

ANU Careers offers career consultancy, interactive tools and resources, and information useful for students wanting to manage their employability and career. This includes resume and CV advice and feedback and individual appointments.

Researcher support

The ANU Researcher Development team run university-wide programs for all Researchers at ANU. Programs are designed to support all ANU HDR candidates, supervisors and early career researchers in their work.

HDR student support

The Graduate Research Office works with colleges and other central divisions to provide consistent HDR administrative support. The office is dedicated to improving the HDR student experience and is focussed on delivering effective services, advice and support to HDR candidate and staff  from application through to completion.

ANU Students' Association 

ANUSA is the peak representative body for all undergraduate students at ANU. Undergraduate students and ANU College students are automatically members of ANUSA. ANUSA offers support, advice and assistance to undergraduate ANU Students on academic, accommodation, legal, financial and other matters. 

Postgraduate and Research Students' Association

PARSA is the elected representative body for all postgraduate students at ANU. PARSA offer support, advice and assistance to postgraduate and HDR ANU students on academic, research, accommodation, legal, financial and other matters.

Resources that cover common topics of interest to students such as homesickness, issues with study, relationships and mental health. Available here: www.anu.edu.au/students/health-safety-wellbeing/getting-help-at-anu/anu-counselling/mental-health-resources

Head to Health can help you find digital mental health services from some of Australia's most trusted mental health organisations. Provided by the Australian Department of Health, Head to Health brings together apps, online programs, online forums, and phone services, as well as a range of digital information resources. Find it here: headtohealth.gov.au/about-us

moodgym is like an interactive self-help book which helps you to learn and practise skills which can help to prevent and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety. moodgym was originally developed and evaluated over 15 years by researchers at the Australian National University. Find it here: moodgym.com.au

MindSpot provides free, anonymous assessment and treatment for adults experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and chronic pain. Find it here: mindspot.org.au/

The APS offers a variety of useful information on a number of psychological topics including depression, anxiety, grief, stress, and relationship troubles (among many others). Find it here: www.psychology.org.au/for-the-public/Psychology-Topics. The APS also has a database of psychologists in Australia as well as information on how to access psychological services.

A national organisation offering information and advice on mental health issues including depression and anxiety. Find out more here: www.beyondblue.org.au

An organisation offering evidenced-based information and resources on depression and bipolar disorder. Find out more here: www.blackdoginstitute.org.au