Inoculation and immunisation against infectious diseases is offered at any time and particularly to students going on overseas expeditions. Consultations are by appointment at the well-equipped Health Centre and, when necessary, home visits are made. The duty doctor is on call after normal hours, and at weekends. The Practice has access to beds in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for in-patient hospital treatment. The Rocking Horse Nursery provides facilities for pre-school age children of students and staff.
Fees are competitive and compare favourably with equivalent provision in the public sector.
Allocation of places is strictly according to the waiting list and the age of the child. Early booking is advisable. The Rocking Horse Nursery is situated at 51 College Bounds - within the grounds of Crombie Johnston Hall of Residence, and has a large play area ringed with mature trees. The University Counselling Service is a free, confidential and professional service for anyone who has personal, social, emotional or educational concerns which are causing them difficulty. There is a special counsellor, Dr Ruth Payne, for overseas students.