Drugs and Alcohol
There can be many temptations while you're at University and there may be times when you feel pressured to take drugs or drink excessively to fit in with those around you.
Making friends, meeting deadlines and taking exams can all make University stressful at times. It can be tempting to use drugs or alcohol to try and cope with these problems. Whatever concerns you have in relation to drugs and alcohol, the University has a range of support services to help you.
What support is available?
If you are dealing with a drug or alcohol problem or are worried about a friend, there are a number of support services that you can contact for information and advice.
The University Counselling Service website has useful information about dealing with drug and alcohol problems. Or you can speak to a doctor at the University Health Service, or your GP.
I am worried about a friend
You can talk to someone in the University's Critical Support Team if you're worried about your own health or that of a friend or housemate. Alternatively, you can call the Critical Support Number on 0114 222 4321.
If you are living in University accommodation and your housemate is worrying you, you might also want to contact
You can also contact the University´s Security Services if you are concerned about an issue or incident relating to drugs or alcohol. You can contact the Security control room on 0114 222 4085 or email
If you have a concerns about drugs or alcohol then as well as contacting specific support services in the University you may wish to speak to your Students´ Union Welfare Officer, who can be contacted on 0114 222 8613 or email
I am worried about legal issues
Some drug incidents will have disciplinary/criminal proceedings whilst others will require specific support and rehabilitation. Some cases will result in both disciplinary/criminal proceedings and support.
A lot of events seem to be based around alcohol, but I don't drink
Alcohol can seem to play a significant role in the social activities of many students in the UK. However, there are many events and activities run by the Students' Union that don't take place in bars or don't involve drinking. You can find out more by visiting the Students' Union website or by contacting the Students' Union Welfare Officer.
Drug and Alcohol Worries
| Union Welfare Officer | 0114 222 8613 | welfare.officer@sheffield.ac.uk |
| University Counselling Service | 0114 2224134 | ucs@sheffield.ac.uk |
| University Health Service | 0114 222 2100 | health.service@sheffield.ac.uk |
If your particular problem or solution is not included in our webpages, or if you would like to speak to someone in person, but aren't sure who to approach, please come to SSiD. We will try to help you, or at least, point you in the right direction.