Your Support Over Christmas
The holidays are finally here, and you’ve earned a bit of rest and relaxation! Whether you’re heading home over Christmas or staying in Birmingham until the New Year, there’s still support available to you. Bookmark this page in case you need it over the break.
The LES Student Hub will be closed from Tuesday 23 December - Thursday 1 January 2026 (inclusive). There's still plenty of support in this time including 24/7 campus security, take a look at what's on offer below.
Supporting you
24/7 mental health support
Our mental health support line is here for you 24/7, including qualified interpreters for over 200 languages. Access UBHeard
Christmas opening times
Some services and buildings may have adjusted opening times over the holidays, but we’ve got everything you need to know. Explore opening times
Guild Community Pantry
The Guild’s fantastic support service can help if you need a free one-off food parcel. Find out how they can help you. Apply here
Time to Talk
Whatever you’re experiencing, we’re here for you. Explore the range of support that’s on offer through our Time to Talk pages. Explore support
Navigating Christmas traditions
Whether this is your 1st or 31st winter in the U.K., there are always new ways of celebrating. Student Content Shaper Oliwia explores some lesser known traditions, and ways to create a holiday to remember. Read the article
What’s on over the holidays?
Staying in Birmingham over the holidays? We’ve got you covered with plenty of events, from Christmas carols to relaxing escapes from the hustle and bustle of the festive period, both on and away from campus. Discover what's on in Brum
Studying over the holidays?
Take a look at UoBe Ready to see how we’re supporting your preparations for assessments and coursework. Get UoBe Ready
Academic Skills Centre
Explore our incredible range of workshop recordings, from academic writing to maths support, or sign up for a workshop in the New Year. Academic Skills Centre
Your January exam timetable
Head over to the MyUoB app to view your January exam timetable. Don't forget you can also view it on your desktop. View your timetable
GEES Christmas Party
The School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences International Student Sessions have been a huge success this term, and you’re invited to join the celebrations. Head down to the Biosciences Undercroft 12.30 – 2.00pm Thursday 18 December. You don’t need to be an international student to enjoy free pizza, mulled wine and festive photo ops, just sign up here.
And finally...
Congratulations to our LES Christmas Hamper winner Nilufar, she managed to get the winning ticket on the very first draw of our raffle! Keep an eye out for future competitions and LES events in the New Year.