Looking after yourself at university
Navigating the challenges of university life, especially when you’re just getting started, can be a daunting task. Adjusting to a new environment away from home, surrounded by unfamiliar faces, or facing new academic routines can be overwhelming. It’s not uncommon to struggle with these difficulties, as many students can relate to feeling overwhelmed by the university experience.
Here are some recommendations for how to look after yourself while pursuing your studies as a new student:
Oriam and the Sports Union
Our Edinburgh campus is home to Oriam, which provides students with access to indoor and outdoor sports facilities, as well as a strength and conditioning gym. The Oriam webpages provide further information about the facilities available and student membership options.
If you’re more of a team player, and are interested in joining a sports club, Heriot Watt offers over 30 different clubs that you can become a part of. Look out for taster sessions at the start of semester, to get a feel for what you might enjoy. The Sports Union webpages provide information on joining the Sports Union, as well as training times and taster sessions.
Love the idea of joining Oriam or a sports club but feeling a bit nervous? Check out our ‘Mates’ programme where you will be put in contact with other students to help answer your questions or go along to your first session with you.
Active wellbeing
Active wellbeing aims to remove barriers to getting active and provide an active and inclusive on-campus experience for students and staff. Active wellbeing aims to improve the wellbeing of students through activity, education, infrastructure, and policy. You can get involved in the various events run by the Active Wellbeing team, check out their Active Wellbeing Calendar, or become an Activator, helping to promote and run active wellbeing across the university.