Counselling Unit

UniMAC

Overview

The Counselling Department at the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) is a cornerstone of student development and institutional wellbeing, a dedicated centre committed to nurturing the mental, emotional, and psychosocial strength of every student.

As part of the University’s Student Services framework, the Department provides professional, confidential, and student-centred support systems that empower students to thrive academically, grow personally, and engage meaningfully within a dynamic university environment.

At UniMAC, we recognise that academic excellence is inseparable from mental wellbeing. The Counselling Department therefore operates at the intersection of care, prevention, and development, ensuring that every student is supported not only to succeed—but to flourish.

Our Role in Student Development

The Counselling Department goes beyond traditional counselling. It is a proactive, transformative unit that integrates:

Preventive mental health strategies
Psychosocial interventions
Developmental and life skills programming

We support students in navigating:

Academic pressures and performance challenges
Identity development and personal growth
Relationship and social dynamics
Career uncertainty and life transitions
Adjustment to university life

Through these interventions, we contribute to building a resilient, self-aware, and future-ready student community.

Vision

To create a safe, inclusive, and empowering campus environment where students excel academically, realise their full potential, and contribute meaningfully to the University’s growth, innovation, and global competitiveness.

Mission

To deliver professional, preventive, and student-focused counselling services that:

Strengthen mental wellbeing and resilience
Enhance academic success and personal development
Provide confidential, ethical, and responsive support
Advance UniMAC’s mission of excellence in education and holistic student growth

Counselling Services Available

•Individual counselling (emotional, academic and personal issues)

• Crisis intervention and risk assessment

• Relationships, grief, trauma, and adjustment counselling.

Mental health awareness campaigns
Orientation sessions for fresh students on coping and adjustment
Stress, anxiety, and time-management workshops before exams
Substance abuse and risky behavior education
Digital wellbeing and social media balance sessions

Study skills and learning strategy seminars
Academic probation support sessions
Procrastination and motivation management
Exam anxiety management clinics
Support for students with learning difficulties

Career guidance and psychometric assessments
CV, interview, and personal branding sessions
Career talks with industry professionals
Internship readiness coaching
Entrepreneurship and purpose discovery sessions

Emotional intelligence training
Communication and interpersonal skills
Conflict resolution and relationship management
Leadership and Peer Influence Training
Values, ethics, and responsible citizenship seminars

Staff counselling and burnout management

Training student peer counsellors
Mental health ambassadors in halls and departments
Volunteer listener