Understanding Consent and Accessing Support

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Seeking Help Following an Unwanted Sexual Experience

Ulster University is committed to supporting students impacted by unwanted sexual experiences. Through our online platform, students can access confidential help and support.

If you have had an unwanted sexual experience, or are concerned about someone else who may have, support is available. Trained staff can provide guidance and information.

Support Services
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Green Dot

The Green Dot Bystander Intervention at UU will form part of a strategic response to the issues of sexual misconduct and gender based violence among student populations.

Learn more about Green Dot
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Sexual Consent

Consent is OMFG- an ongoing, mutual, and freely-given agreement to take part in sexual activity. It applies to all relationships, all genders, and all sexualities.

To give consent or to get consent from someone else might seem straightforward, but the complexity of relationships and sexual encounters at university can create uncertainty.

Find out more about Consent

Additional Support

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Helplines

A list of support helplines on a range of issues including mental health, money management, disability, accommodation and sexuality.

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Student Academic Affairs Team

The Student Academic Affairs Team at Ulster University provides guidance and support for students and staff involved in academic appeals, misconduct, complaints, fitness to study or practise, and related university processes.

Bullying and Harassment

The University has a comprehensive policy and procedure for dealing with complaints of bullying and harassment in the learning environment.

It also clearly articulates the University’s commitment to creating and sustaining a welcoming inclusive and accessible learning and work environment.

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Student Safety

Our Student Guide has information on Staying Safe and helpful guidance from PSNI.

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SafeZone on campus

Emergency contacts

On campus: Extension 22222
Off campus: 028 70123456

Get SafeZone

SafeZone is a free app that connects you to the University security team 24/7 if you ever need urgent help, first aid or if you have an emergency while on campus.

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Need urgent help but can't speak

If you are in an emergency situation and need police help, but can't speak:

  • make yourself heard
  • let the 999 operator know your call is genuine
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