Stay safe on campus

Stay safe on campus

To stay safe at CU Scarborough, be mindful of your surroundings, especially when walking alone at night, and secure your belongings. The CU Scarborough Protection Service is available to help, and you can contact them at +44 (0)24 7765 5555 (or 5555 on internal phones). Additionally, the university provides resources for students to report incidents and access support.

General safety tips

• Be aware of your surroundings
  Pay attention to your surroundings, especially when walking alone or at night.
• Secure your belongings
  Always lock doors and windows when leaving your room or apartment, and don't leave valuables in plain sight.
• Stay alert
  Avoid using your phone or headphones when walking alone, as it can make you less aware of your surroundings
• Report suspicious activity
  If you see anything suspicious, contact campus security.
• Use campus resources
  The CU Scarborough Protection Service is a dedicated crime prevention team that can be reached 24/7.
• Safety on nights out
  If you're walking alone at night, consider using a safety app like Strut Safe or contacting a friend.
• Financial safety
  Be cautious about sharing your PIN or personal information, and be aware of potential scams.