Most students evaluated safety and security as extremely important, both on campus and in the surrounding
neighbourhood. A strong sense of community, belonging, and caring for one another emerged as a central motif.
You also told us you value education and awareness of support and resources available to you.
Speak Week November 2025
Welcome to your ALL-NEW resource Hub!
Safety is a shared responsibility
Everyone plays a part in creating a safe and inclusive student community.
We encourage all students to:
- Be respectful, kind, and aware of others
- Look out for friends and peers, especially at night
- Report unsafe incidents or locations
- Share safety information and resources
Top Tips
1. Move
Smart at Night
Simple choices that help you stay confident
when travelling after dark.
- Stick to well-lit routes
- Travel with friends when
possible
- Let someone know your ETA
2.
Know Your Travel Options
Make your journey easier by planning
ahead.
- Check bus timetables before going
out
- Use real-time apps
3.
Stay Aware, Not Afraid
Confidence is your best tool.
- Keep headphones low and phone
away
- Trust your instincts
- Walk with purpose
4.
Look Out for Each Other
Safety works best when we look after our
community.
- Check in on friends
- Don’t leave anyone alone
if they don’t feel safe
- Step in or seek help if something
feels off
5.
Know Where to Get Help
Support is closer than you think.
- Campus security contacts
- SUBU Advice
- The Retreat
- Emergency services
6.
Night Out Safety Tips
Enjoy yourself and get home safely.
- Keep your drink in sight
- Have a charged phone & portable
charger
- Set a group chat check-in
7. Protect Your Belongings
Small habits make a big
difference.
- Keep bags zipped
- Avoid showing valuables
- Use tracking apps
8.
Digital Safety
Staying safe online is just as
important.
- Turn on phone location sharing with a
trusted friend
- Use strong passwords
- Be mindful of oversharing on
socials
9. Accommodation & Home Safety
Feel safe where you live.
- Lock doors and windows
- Know your building’s emergency
contacts
- Report faulty lighting
10.
Community Courtesy
Kindness and respect create a safer
environment for everyone.
- Be aware of how your actions affect
others
- Support and uplift vulnerable
groups
- Speak up when
something isn’t right
For more safety advice and tips please
visit the Dorset Police
website.
Campus Support