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Student Support & Wellbeing
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Student Safety

Supporting your safety and wellbeing

We work closely with a range of external partners in matters of health and safety, including via the Durham City Safety Group. All parties are committed to making the City as safe as possible.

Police

Find out more about how the Police are there to support you and access some helpful safety and security advice.
Police

Fire Safety

Essential advice on keeping your home free from the risk of fire.
Fire Alarm

Reporting an Incident

Find out how to report bullying and harassment, hate incidents, sexual misconduct and violence (including spiking) or domestic abuse.
Support

Getting Home

Top transport tips for getting around Durham and links to further information.
Getting Home

River Safety

Most people who drown never intended to enter the water. Learn how to stay safe around rivers and the coast, and what to do if you fall in.
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Your Health

At Durham University, we take the health and wellbeing of our students very seriously.
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Online Safety

Access information on how to stay safe and secure online.
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Further Information

A selection of useful contacts and links to resources.
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