This page will provide you with details of key initiatives and actions that demonstrate the University of Greenwich's strategic commitment to mental health and wellbeing.
You can also find information about the Student Minds' University Mental Health Charter (UMHC) Award Accreditation, which we are currently working towards. In September 2025, we submitted our self-assessment for UMHC Award Accreditation.
Scroll down to view our range of mental health and wellbeing support services that we offer to students and staff at the university.
We’re committed to providing comprehensive mental health support and promoting a culture of wellbeing at Greenwich.
Seeking to obtain the University Mental Health Charter (UMHC) Award will demonstrate and recognise this.
The next stage of the UMHC assessment process includes an on-site visit from the external assessment team. Over two days in November, three assessors will visit Greenwich to speak with staff and students about our submission and their own experiences and will include a guided tour of the campus.
Learn more about the this below.
A framework for continous improvement
The Student Minds' 'University Mental Health Charter' (UMHC) provides a set of evidence-informed principles to support universities to adopt a whole-university approach to mental health and wellbeing.
Staff resources
Occupational health and wellbeing
Information for employees on the university's occupational health service and sickness absence.
Employee Assistance Programme
Free information, confidential support & counselling through the university’s EAP, provided by Vivup.
Staff Wellbeing Network
Looking after our wellbeing helps us to cope better with day-to-day challenges, and puts us in a stronger position to reach our aspirations and goals.
Student resources
Spectrum Life
Spectrum Life, our Student Assistance Programme, offers access to counselling support to help you deal more effectively with any number of personal concerns.
Student Wellbeing Hub
The Student Wellbeing Hub exists to provide students with wellbeing and mental health-related information & resources in one place.
Counselling and Mental Health
From confidential one-to-one counselling to motivational and self-development group workshops, the Student Wellbeing Service (Counselling & Mental Health) is here to help and support you.
Get involved
Watch out for invites to upcoming mental health and wellbeing activities to get excited about!
