Welfare at the Sports Union

Within the University of Dundee Sports Union, we are committed to supporting your welfare in every aspect of what we do. We want you to feel assured that we’re here to stand by you and provide the support you need.

Each sports club committee has a designated student welfare contact—a friendly and approachable person you can turn to for guidance, assistance, or just someone to talk to. If you’re unsure who this is within your club, you can reach out to sportsunion@dundee.ac.uk, and we’ll connect you with the right person.

Beyond your club, there are trained staff within the Sports Union and Sport and Active Health dedicated to welfare and safeguarding. They collaborate closely with club committee members, offering advice, support, and connections to professional resources, including the University's Student Services.

Support available to you:

• Counselling - A confidential space for staff and students to discuss issues or concerns with experienced counsellors, free of charge.
• Health Service Doctor and Mental Health Nurses – Access to on-campus mental health and medical support services.
• Nightline - A confidential listening and information service run by students for students, offering non-judgmental support on any topic.
• SWITCH – Coordinators from the Student Wellbeing Initiative Targeting Community Health (SWITCH) can help you find and engage in extra-curricular activities of interest.
• Safeguarding – Information on identifying and managing safeguarding concerns, including how to report them.
• The Enquiry Centre – Offers advice covering a variety of areas, including university accommodation, ID cards, general wellbeing, international support/visas, money issues, medical advice, and career support. 
• Student Support Team - Help students deal with issues or challenges which may impact on their studies or personal lives.