The Peer Mentor Training Programme is designed to support student transition to university by providing new students with access to experienced undergraduates who have already completed the transition to Higher Education.  

The training is delivered by a cross-service training team comprising colleagues from the Student Experience Team, Student Wellbeing, Widening Participation Unit, the Graduate School, and the Learning Development Service. 

Training sessions are organised ahead of each academic year. Peer Mentor Scheme Coordinators are contacted by the LDS Peer Mentor Training Coordinator to arrange the sessions. Students do not need to prepare in advance, as all relevant resources are provided during the sessions. 

By the end of the training session, students will be able to: 

• Define the role of a Peer Mentor. 

• Identify best practices associated with the role. 

• Demonstrate mental health awareness when supporting mentees. 

• Demonstrate awareness of the support services available to mentees. 

• Identify effective self-care strategies. 

Yes, students cannot be active in the role as a Peer Mentor until they have completed the training.  

Yes, students who complete the Peer Mentor Scheme in full are eligible for the Future Ready Award.  

The Future Ready Award is an accreditation that recognises students' extracurricular activities and employability skills developed during their time at university. For more information about the Future Ready Award, click here.

Interested students should check their School’s communication channels (e.g., Canvas, email, social media) to find out how to get involved. Queen's University Belfast 

To organise a training session for the students in your Peer Mentor Scheme, please contact ldspeermentors@qub.ac.uk