Only 11 unis spent more per student on their mental health services than Durham

New figures from The Tab's Mental Health Rankings 2017 have revealed that Durham spends £28.08 per student on mental health services, far more than the national average of £22.06.

The University also spent £300.72 per applicant to mental health services, below the national average of £329.56, with 20 out of the 47 other universities surveyed spending more.

Even though Durham only came in 29th place for satisfaction, this didn't hold us back from claiming 21st place overall. Read the complete rankings here.

The Tab's Mental Health Rankings 2017 is the only study to assess UK universities' ability to care for students with mental health issues.

Now in their second year, the rankings cover 47 universities across the country.

They pull together information about how well universities fund their mental health services, how long students have to wait for help, and how satisfied students are with their university's mental health services.

Over 9,000 students completed our mental health survey this year, and told us about their experiences.

Universities have a duty of care for their students, and mental health falls squarely under this.

We're aiming to paint the truest picture of mental health at university, and how it's handled.

In response to the findings, Professor Margaret Ross, Vice-Principal (People Strategy) said: “The safety and well-being of our students continues to be a top priority, and we have a range of services that are designed to help our students during their time with us.

“The University launched its Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy last year, and since then we have enhanced the range of mental health services that are available to students. A Mental Health Adviser is now in post bringing professional expertise to both students and staff.

"The post has enhanced the existing team of fully trained and experienced advisers within Student Support Services who continue to meet with students to discuss their concerns confidentially. In addition, more than 100 members of University and AUSA staff have completed mental health first aid training.

“Our new online Student Help Guide and recently revamped Cluedup website detail the University’s student support mechanisms. An information leaflet for parents and families has also been prepared to provide reassurance on the support available to students whist they are studying here at Aberdeen.

"These services include the Counselling Service; The Multi-faith Chaplaincy; Welfare support in the Halls of Residence through a Community Liaison Officer and team of Student Resident Assistants; Students4Students providing first year peer mentoring system; AUSA Student Advice Centre; AUSA Nightline listening service; Student Learning Service for academic matters and the 24/7 Big White Wall online counselling and support service.”