cups

Welcome to the Adelaide University Psychiatry Society! (AUPS)

The AUPS is a student-led organisation that serves to: promote skilled psychiatrists in advancing society, foster interest among students, promote interdisciplinary research on key pathways to human flourishing and enabling discussions on complex issues.

We are a group of students interested in the field of psychiatry, curious about what it involves and passionate about promoting positive mental health. We have pizza nights with a wide range of guest speakers who speak to a variety of topics: ranging from forensic psychiatry to managing burnout as a doctor.

As well as having interesting discussion nights, which involve the opportunity to speak with local psychiatrists about their experiences and medical student opportunities, we also have regular events to promote healthy coping mechanisms and help everyone maintain strong mental health. 🏔️

This year kicks off with the Hike For Hope, an annual hike to one of Adelaide’s beautiful waterfalls, followed by a picnic with friends - raising money for a mental health organisation.

Later on in the year, we have the Careers night, when you will hear from a number of psychiatrists about their experience getting onto the training program and advice for budding psychiatrists.

One of our most popular events are our Psych Forums where guest psychiatrists offer their insight on topical and exciting areas of psychiatry - in part years, this has included hearing from one of our local psychiatrists who doubles as a stand-up comedian. 🎤

We can’t wait for MedFest either, when we will host a movie night and hear about the film from leading field experts. In past years, this has included having a forensic psychiatrist walk us through the plot of a psychological thriller. 🧟‍♀️

Everybody is welcome to join the AUPS, whether you are passionate about psychiatry and want to meet experts in the field, curious about what it is, looking for research opportunities, or just want a group of friends to help through the challenges of med school.

We can’t wait to meet you all!

Contact us:

Social media: