We all deserve to be part of a community where we feel safe, welcome and respected. As part of the University of Oxford community, it is important to prioritise our own safety, as well as the safety of others at all times. Learn more about personal safety at Oxford here.
This page signposts to helpful resources and tips for students about personal safety and security at Oxford. Learn more about Health, Wellbeing and Welfare at College here. In an emergency please dial 999 or phone the Porters' Lodge at (+44) 01865 278900.
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Oxford’s two main rivers, the Thames and the Cherwell are popular with recreational activities. However, water can also be dangerous if we do not take the appropriate safety measures. Learn more about how to stay safe near open water here.
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Trashing is not harmless and can hurt others and the environment. We want you to celebrate after your exams, and there are many ways you can choose to do so without impacting our environment or local community. Learn more about how to celebrate sustainably here.
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Email, social media and phone scams are becoming increasingly common, and scammers are using more sophisticated tactics than ever. At the University of Oxford, phone, email and other cyber scam attempts are common. For example, scammers will contact students pretending to be family members, the authorities or another trusted entity. All students must take responsibility for their own cyber security and data privacy. Be sure to review the University of Oxford’s student cyber-security advice here.
Cyberstalking, online harassment and sexploitation are also a risk to students. The College’s Health, Wellbeing and Welfare Team and the University Sexual Harassment and Violence Support Service can provide support.