University of Western Australia
Support services
UWA cares – we’re here for you
Do you need help with your wellbeing, health or studies? There are a range of confidential support services available to you.
UWA After Hours Wellbeing Line: 1300 515 199
Available from 4pm Fridays - 8.30am Mondays.
24 hours a day on public holidays and University shutdown periods.
UWA Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework
Thanks to those of you who contributed to the University’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework. This co-designed Framework provides a university-wide approach for us to better support your mental health and wellbeing by offering a range of diverse initiatives, and to encourage open conversations about mental health.
UWA Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework [PDF 14MB]
UWA Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework [WORD 39.8MB]
Student survey summary [PDF 930KB]
Student survey summary [WORD 4.5MB]
Health and wellbeing
Explore our range of services and facilities.
Academic success
Academic support
Access UWA's Academic Skills Centre for personalised advice and workshops to improve your skills in areas such as writing and studying, English language, research, and maths and stats.
Accessibility support
Is a physical or mental health condition or disability affecting your studies? Whether you have anxiety or depression or a learning difficulty, our UniAccess team supports you to stay healthy during your studies and perform at your academic best, no matter whether your condition is ongoing, temporary or episodic.
Other specialist services
Key emergency contacts
Our security team is available 24/7 to all students, staff and visitors. We can help with safety escorts, building access, and responding to incidents and emergencies. For our Security Escort Service, phone 6488 3020 or use one of the Help Points located across campus.
- Life-threatening emergencies: 000
- Police (assistance): 131 444
- UWA Security: 6488 2222
- Lifeline: 13 11 14 or chat online
- Mental Health Emergency Response Line: 1300 555 788
- 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 or chat online
