Student Services
Confidential
Personal
Counseling
Plekhanov University is dedicated to enhancing educational experiences and providing equal opportunities for students by offering counseling services that address personal issues. The Students and Faculties Development Unit offers confidential counseling and advisement to Plekhanov University students. The services aim to reduce stress, enhance life quality, maximize academic and personal success, promote mental well-being, and encourage meaningful personal and academic development.
Academic
Counseling
The University assigns academic advisors to aid students in obtaining a comprehensive education and to assist them in understanding the policies and procedures of the University. To enhance student learning and satisfaction, having a qualified faculty with a solid connection to the students is essential.
Career
Counseling
Internship and Employment Unit is responsible for providing career counseling to students, alumni, and staff to aid in their career development and educational pursuits. The University works with potential employers to provide students, alumni, and staff with employment offers and career options. The University ensures students and alumni can access job searches, counseling, interviews, workshops, and links to employer databases and employment agencies. Moreover, the faculty and staff can also provide job references to students and potential employers, and potential employers may be asked to participate in online interviews.
Student
Orientation
Incoming students who want to join Plekhanov University are obliged to participate in a Student Orientation before commencing their program. This course aims to give students a comprehensive understanding of University and its policies and regulations. The Orientation is also an opportunity for students to learn about vital student services, academic resources, extracurricular activities, and job counseling.
Health
Services
All the mandatory medical requirements are thoroughly discussed with the students during their orientation course, ensuring their awareness of the health insurance throughout their academic tenure for their safety. Plekhanov University is well-equipped with first-aid supplies and a certified Health and Safety Officer available to assist Plekhanov University students in the event of an accident or injury on campus. In case of severe emergencies, the first aid representative can arrange for an ambulance.
Sick
Leave
A maximum of 15 days of sick leave can be requested by a student throughout the calendar year. If a student misses an exam or a lecture due to medical reasons, they must provide a medical report to the Students and Faculties Development Unit. The original sick leave must be presented and not a duplicate
Dining
Services
It is strictly prohibited to consume food in the classrooms and lecture halls. However, Dubai Knowledge Park features numerous food options, and multiple eateries and convenience stores.
Assistance
to students
Plekhanov University campus facilities assist students with health conditions or impairments by providing ramps and lifts to facilitate wheelchair movement and extra restrooms.