UPDATE: This service has been extended to Friday 29 May.
Heading home late?
The new ‘Get Home Safe’ free late-night shuttle is now running.
It operates Wednesdays and Thursdays between 12am - 2am, picking up from The Kremlin and The Limelight and transporting students to the Holylands.
The pilot runs from 11 February to 30 April 2026. - now running until Friday 29 May
Available free for Queen’s students - just bring your student card.
Full details, FAQs and updates are available via the link in bio.
Save this for your next night out.
Need a bit of support right now? ❤️
Queen’s students can now access Spectrum.Life - a free, confidential support service available 24/7.
Whether you’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or just need to talk something through, support is there when you need it.
You can access:
✨ 24/7 in-the-moment support
✨ Short-term counselling
✨ Wellbeing tools & self-help resources
✨ Support with study pressure, stress, anxiety and more
💻 You can also explore the BeWell Hub for sleep, fitness and mindfulness support.
📞 Freephone: 0808 800 0016
🌍 International: +353 1 518 027
🔑 Code: QUBHUB
🔗 More info via link in bio
Reality of exam season can be challenging at times.
Just remember, you’re not alone in this. ❤️
We understand that exams can be a stressful and overwhelming time for many students.
This is why it’s important to remember that taking breaks, connecting with others, and asking for support can make a huge difference!
If things are starting to feel too much, support is available through the Student Wellbeing Service.
The team are available to meet with you in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space, with daily drop-in sessions in One Elmwood Student Centre.
Find out more via the link in bio!
#LoveQUB #QUB #ExamSeason #StudentLife
Did you hear the news?! 👀
The free ‘Get Home Safe’ shuttle bus for Queen’s students has been extended until Friday 29 May.
The shuttle runs every Wednesday & Thursday night from:
📍 The Kremlin
📍 The Limelight
🕛 12am - 2am (last pick-up)
Helping students get home safely to the Holylands after nights out 💚
More info via the link in bio.
If nothing’s going in today, try this instead.
You don’t always need to push harder.
Sometimes a reset helps more.
Shared by one of our student bloggers.
Which one works for you? 💚
Are you embracing the analogue and going offline? Or putting on Do Not Disturb?
These are just some of the tips that PG Digital Business Student Zarwish has for her study days. Follow along for more.
Tell us, what is your assessment prep must? 👇
You’re not the only one finding this time of year tough.
Exams can bring a lot of pressure - and sometimes it’s more than just stress.
Talking things through with someone can really help, even if you’re not sure where to start.
If you need support:
💬 Spectrum.Life - 24/7 support
💬 Drop-in sessions (Mon to Fri, 11am - 3pm, Level 1, One Elmwood).
More info in our link in bio.
5 Self-Care Tips for Exam Season:
𝟭. 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿: 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆
Exam season can feel intense, but it won’t last forever. In a few weeks, things will feel different again.
𝟐. 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐲
You chose your course for a reason. Thinking about your goals or future plans can help when motivation dips.
𝟑. 𝐁𝐞 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟
Try to let go of ‘I should be doing more.’ Rest and recovery are part of doing well too.
𝟒. 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐬
Sleep, regular meals, movement, and breaks all support focus and memory. Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is rest.
𝟓. 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥
Don’t get stuck in ‘what if’ thoughts. Focus on the next small step you can take today.
Try not to compare yourself to others - and remember your results do not define your worth.
Support is available if you need it 💚 Link in bio.
Exam season doesn’t look the same for everyone ✨
Priyal, a final-year student, shared a real study day during exam season - balancing studying, breaks with friends, little walks, and winding down properly at night.
Some of the things that help her during exam time: ✔ putting her phone away while studying ✔ changing where she studies when feeling stuck ✔ getting outside for 5-10 minutes ✔ reading before bed to switch off
Your routine doesn’t need to be perfect to work.
What helps you stay on track during busy weeks?
Feeling unwell before an exam or deadline? Sometimes things happen that are outside our control.
Here’s a simple guide to Fit to Sit and Exceptional Circumstances - what they mean, when they may apply, and what to do next.
If you need support, visit the Assessment Support Hub via link in bio,
(QUB login required)
Exams starting soon? A few small checks now can make exam day feel much easier.
✔ Know your timetable
✔ Prep the night before
✔ Bring what you need
✔ Understand your options if something changes
These tips are adapted from a recent student blog by a Queen’s student sharing what helped them prepare. More exams info and support - link in bio
(QUB student log-in required)
Best of luck 💚
Belfast understood the assignment ☀️
If you’re revising at the minute, take this as your sign to step outside for a bit. Fresh air still counts as productivity.
