Support a student who has been bullied or harassed

Listen and be supportive 

Listen with empathy and compassion. Reassure the student that there is support available and that you can help them access it.

Students do not have to report an incident as a student disciplinary concern. It is their choice; they can access support from the University without making such a report.

Reporting bullying or harassment 

Incidents can be reported under the Student Discipline Procedure either in person to the Enquiry Desk in the Main Library or by email to: [email protected] with the heading “Conduct” in the email subject line.

Members of staff can help a student make a report.  If you are helping a student, make this clear on the form and include that you have met with the reporting person and have heard their initial report.  Ensure you note only what the reporting person tells you. Do not change or edit their words.

Submissions made using the reporting tool are treated confidentially and will not be shared without consent.

Anonymous submissions

If the student does not give permission for their name to be shared, the form can still be submitted and the report anonymised. It is important that incidents are recorded to gain an accurate picture around the numbers of incidents and to inform ongoing work.

Provide details of available support 

The student can still access internal and external support services independently. Learn more about support for students.

Further information on reporting

For students, internal complaints are investigated through Student Discipline. 

Useful contacts

• Campus Security