Your Personal Safety
Everyone has the right to feel safe, wherever they are, including areas in and around campus.
If you ever experience assault or harassment, on or off campus, and need urgent medical attention, call emergency services on ‘000’.
For immediate help on campus, call:
- UTS College campus security on 0292187090,
- UTS Security on 1800 249 559
- 24/7 welfare/emergency contact on 02 9218 4911
You can read more on Crime Prevention and Safety tips, provided by NSW Police, please
click here.
Help and support for sexual assault
It takes courage to reach out for help.
The UTS College Flowchart for initial responders shows who to contact if you’ve experienced sexual assault or harassment, or if another student discloses this to you.
You’ll find more information in the UTS College Sexual Assault Policy and the UTS College (Student) Sexual Assault and Harassment Response Procedure .
If you’re a current student, please contact student success team for counselling and support
Student Success Team
Phone: (+61) 9056 4354 (9am-5pm, Monday to Friday)
(+61 2) 02 9218 4911 (24/7 welfare/emergency contact)
A range of counselling support services via telephone, online and community help is also available:
1800 RESPECT: Assault and Counselling - 1800 737 732
Professionally trained trauma-informed counsellors can assist you.
NSW Rape Crisis - 1800 424 017
A 24/7 telephone and online crisis counselling service for anyone in NSW who has experienced or is at risk of sexual assault.
NSW Health Sexual Assault Services
Free information, counselling, court support, medical treatment, and forensic examinations at various locations. Visit NSW Health for a full list of services by location with daytime and after-hours phone numbers.
What is sexual assault?
At UTS College we have zero tolerance for sexual assault, indecent assault and sexual harassment.
Sexual assault occurs when a person is forced, pressured, or tricked into sexual acts against their will or without their consent. Sexual assault is a crime and can happen to anyone. People committing sexual assault often use tactics to make the person feel responsible for the crime. This can make it difficult to have the courage to reach out for help.
Indecent assault is unwanted touching of a person's body by another person. It can include kissing or inappropriate touching of a person's private body parts including breasts, buttocks, or genitals.
Sexual harassment is any unwanted or unwelcome sexual behaviour, making a person feel offended, humiliated, or intimidated. Sexual harassment is not mutual or consensual interaction, such as flirtation or friendship.
Consent occurs when a person freely and voluntarily agrees to sexual acts.
Sexual assault occurs when someone does not give consent or is unable to give consent due to being:
- asleep or unconscious
- significantly intoxicated or affected by drugs
- unable to understand what they are consenting to
- initmidated, pressured or threatened
- submitted to the abuse of authority of a professional or any other trusted person
- unlawfully detained or held against their will.
For more information, please visit NSW government sexual assault victims' website.
Reporting an incident
Anyone from the UTS College community can report an incident of sexual assault, indecent assault, or sexual harassment. UTS College may be required to take action or report some incidents to the Police. You are also entitled to access information and support without reporting an incident.
Reporting an incident to the Police​
You can report an incident directly to the NSW Police by visiting your nearest Police Station or calling the 24-hour NSW Police Assistance Line on 131 444.
You can also report anonymously to the Police by completing the SARO Sexual Assault Questionnaire.
If you need support or wish to be accompanied to make a report to the police, our welfare team leader is available to help.
Keeping our UTS College community safe is something we take seriously, and everyone has a role to play.
If you notice anyone behaving suspiciously on campus and have concerns for your safety or the safety of others, contact UTS College campus security.
More information about staying safe in Sydney.
UTS College guidelines, rules and policies help to make sure you receive a high-quality education and learn in a safe and respectful environment.
The details are covered in the:
Read more about policies and procedures for academic integrity.
While studying at UTS College you are expected to respect other students, staff, and property so learning and teaching at UTS College can take place freely, safely and without impediment.
Non-academic misconduct includes breaking UTS College’s rules, policies and procedures and includes, but is not limited to, breaches of confidentiality and privacy, discrimination, submission of fraudulent documentation, intimidation or assault on another student or staff member.
If you breach these in your studies or behaviour, you can be penalised for misconduct and will need to seek immediate advice from a Student Success Adviser.
If you experience or witness behaviour that breaches your rights, seek immediate advice from a Student Success Adviser.
Losing your personal belongings can be stressful and we’ll do our best to help you find them. If you lose something on campus, or find a lost item, contact UTS College Campus security.
If you lose your student card, contact the Student Centre.
Student complaints are an opportunity for us to review and improve our policies and practices, and learn more about student satisfaction.
If you believe you’ve been wrongly or unfairly treated by UTS College or UTS staff, you have the right to lodge a complaint.
If you disagree with an academic or administrative decision made by UTS College, you have the right to appeal and ask for the decision to be reconsidered.
You can lodge a complaint or appeal by emailing the Student Complaints Resolution Office (SCRO) at scro@utscollege.edu.au.
Learn about the complaint and appeal policy and procedure, or seek advice about student complaints and appeals from our Student Centre.
Fraud and scams
Be aware of frauds and scams
Please be careful and protect yourself from scammers and people trying to commit fraud:
- never send money to anyone you don’t know
- never isolate yourself from your family and friends – those committing fraud try to get you to follow their instructions and isolate you from others
- if someone claims to be an official – for example, from an Embassy, Consulate, or the Australian Tax Office – contact UTS College immediately for help to verify them.
Check out our TikTok Video on Fraud and Scams.
The Australian Government Department of Education has developed this factsheet outlining the scams that are targeting Chinese students.
What to do if you are approached or concerned you may be scammed
Virtual Kidnapping – Stay Alert
NSW Police is warning students to be particularly careful of ‘virtual kidnapping.’ This is when criminals contact students and impersonate officials. They may tell you you’re in trouble and to follow their instructions. This is so they can extort money from you and your family.
If you get a phone call like this, seek help immediately from UTS College or NSW Police.
NSW Police regularly posts information on social media. You’ll also find helpful postings at Scam Watch.
Staying safe online
The NSW eSafety Commissioner website provides guidance and information about staying safe online and avoiding online harm such as cyberbullying, trolling, catfishing and image-based abuse. It also offers information specific to young people and provides a portal to report online harm.
Legal help
Sometimes you might need professional advice about the legal system (for example, if you receive a fine and need to make an appeal, or if you’re involved in more serious situations related to the law). As a UTS College student, you have access to free legal help.
Find out about legal service and get legal help. Our SSA team can help you to arrange an appointment.
At UTS College we have zero tolerance for sexual assault, indecent assault and sexual harassment.
Sexual assault occurs when a person is forced, pressured, or tricked into sexual acts against their will or without their consent. Sexual assault is a crime and can happen to anyone. People committing sexual assault often use tactics to make the person feel responsible for the crime. This can make it difficult to have the courage to reach out for help.
Indecent assault is unwanted touching of a person's body by another person. It can include kissing or inappropriate touching of a person's private body parts including breasts, buttocks, or genitals.
Sexual harassment is any unwanted or unwelcome sexual behaviour, making a person feel offended, humiliated, or intimidated. Sexual harassment is not mutual or consensual interaction, such as flirtation or friendship.
Consent occurs when a person freely and voluntarily agrees to sexual acts.
Sexual assault occurs when someone does not give consent or is unable to give consent due to being:
- asleep or unconscious
- significantly intoxicated or affected by drugs
- unable to understand what they are consenting to
- initmidated, pressured or threatened
- submitted to the abuse of authority of a professional or any other trusted person
- unlawfully detained or held against their will.
For more information, please visit NSW government sexual assault victims' website.
Anyone from the UTS College community can report an incident of sexual assault, indecent assault, or sexual harassment. UTS College may be required to take action or report some incidents to the Police. You are also entitled to access information and support without reporting an incident.
Reporting an incident to the Police​
You can report an incident directly to the NSW Police by visiting your nearest Police Station or calling the 24-hour NSW Police Assistance Line on 131 444.
You can also report anonymously to the Police by completing the SARO Sexual Assault Questionnaire.
If you need support or wish to be accompanied to make a report to the police, our welfare team leader is available to help.
UTS College guidelines, rules and policies help to make sure you receive a high-quality education and learn in a safe and respectful environment.
The details are covered in the:
Read more about policies and procedures for academic integrity.
Keeping our UTS College community safe is something we take seriously, and everyone has a role to play.
If you notice anyone behaving suspiciously on campus and have concerns for your safety or the safety of others, contact UTS College campus security.
More information about staying safe in Sydney.
While studying at UTS College you are expected to respect other students, staff, and property so learning and teaching at UTS College can take place freely, safely and without impediment.
Non-academic misconduct includes breaking UTS College’s rules, policies and procedures and includes, but is not limited to, breaches of confidentiality and privacy, discrimination, submission of fraudulent documentation, intimidation or assault on another student or staff member.
If you breach these in your studies or behaviour, you can be penalised for misconduct and will need to seek immediate advice from a Student Success Adviser.
If you experience or witness behaviour that breaches your rights, seek immediate advice from a Student Success Adviser.
If you’re an international student who is concerned about your student visa conditions (for example, if you change program, move house, or start a job), you’ll find useful information and links to services on our
student visas page.
Losing your personal belongings can be stressful and we’ll do our best to help you find them. If you lose something on campus, or find a lost item, contact UTS College Campus security.
If you lose your student card, contact the Student Centre.
Student complaints are an opportunity for us to review and improve our policies and practices, and learn more about student satisfaction.
If you believe you’ve been wrongly or unfairly treated by UTS College or UTS staff, you have the right to lodge a complaint.
If you disagree with an academic or administrative decision made by UTS College, you have the right to appeal and ask for the decision to be reconsidered.
You can lodge a complaint or appeal by emailing the Student Complaints Resolution Office (SCRO) at scro@utscollege.edu.au.
Learn about the complaint and appeal policy and procedure, or seek advice about student complaints and appeals from our Student Centre.
Everyone has the right to feel safe, wherever they are, including areas in and around campus.
If you ever experience assault or harassment, on or off campus, and need urgent medical attention, call emergency services on ‘000’.
For immediate help on campus, call:
- UTS College campus security on 0292187090,
- UTS Security on 1800 249 559
- Our welfare team leader on +612411306495. Our welfare team leader is available to you 24/7.