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Support for engineering students

Stay well, study well. Build the engineering future you want.

Studying engineering can be exciting, challenging and chaotic, sometimes all at once. You don't have to manage it all on your own.

Foothold offers free online support to help you stay healthy, build confidence and get ready for a rewarding engineering career.

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Free online support for students

Whether you're already studying or just thinking about it, these tools are designed to help you thrive.

Wellbeing Hub

Mental Health Check-In

Sleep support

Monthly webinars

Differently Wired Hub

Engineering Neurodiverse Futures programme

Career resources

Legal and financial guidance

What's available for students through Foothold?

Mental and physical health programmes
Access a library of online courses covering anxiety, stress, addiction, exercise and more. Here anytime you need them, on our Wellbeing Hub.

Sleep improvement programme
Learn practical techniques to build a healthier sleep routine and feel more energised for study, labs, lectures and life.

Neurodiversity guidance on the Differently Wired Hub
Information for anyone who’s neurodivergent, thinks they might be, or wants to support neurodivergent friends.

Expert webinars on money, health and life skills
Get advice from specialists on the topics the engineering community asks about most, from budgeting to building resilience.

Legal information you can trust
Clear factsheets to help you understand your rights around housing, work, contracts and more.

Funded diagnosis and support
Students can apply for funded assessments and tailored support through our Engineering Neurodiverse Futures programme (eligibility criteria applies).

Tools to plan your engineering career
Links to trusted careers guidance and resources to help you plan your next steps with confidence.

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