Personal Safety

We want you to have a great time at university and to enjoy living and learning here.

Whether you are on or off campus, there’s lots of advice and support available to help you stay safe while you are having fun and exploring everything that our great city has to offer. 

Safety on campus 

Our friendly security team provide support and advice on campus and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Your safety is their top priority, so make sure you get in touch if you need help. For immediate support, call the Security team on 0161 247 2222. 

For safety at your fingertips, download the SafeZone app today. The app is a great way to get in touch with our Security team quickly and discreetly call for assistance, whether it’s for a first aid incident or in an emergency. 

We are committed to promoting a safe, supportive and inclusive campus environment for every member of our community. If you experience an incident of sexual harassment, violence, discrimination or bullying, you can submit a report on Report and Support.  You can choose to report anonymously or provide your details, and a trained advisor will contact you to talk through your options and arrange further support. You can report something that has happened to you, or if you’re concerned about a friend. 

Greater Manchester Police drop-in

Greater Manchester Police has a team dedicated to supporting students at our local universities. They provide regular drop-ins on campus where you can talk with a GMP officer about any crime concerns, either for yourself or others in the community, or you can talk about crime prevention activities.

Safely exploring the city 

Ensure you take care to maintain your own personal safety when you are out and about. Here are some tips to consider:

• When going out at night, try and stay with other people and plan your journey home. Book a taxi in advance if possible, or check the times of the night buses. 
• Don’t walk the streets alone at night or in the early hours of the morning. If you do have to walk, don’t take shortcuts and stick to the main roads. 
• Keep your phone out of sight while walking along streets, roads and between sites. 
• Be careful using cashpoints – try and withdraw money from machines located in branches or get cashback in shops. Don’t use a cash machine alone at night. 
• Do not confront attackers or intruders. Shout for help or use a personal alarm. These can be purchased from the Students’ Union shop. 
• Make sure you stay safe around water, particularly if you have been drinking. Read about the Royal Life Saving Society UK’s Don’t Drink and Drown Campaign. 

Safety at home 

Stay safe at home by following these top safety tips: 

• Lock your room whenever you leave it, even if you’re just going to the kitchen. Always close your window and lock your door if you’re going out. Let your flatmates know when you’re going to be out, especially if overnight. 
• Decrease the chances of a fire or electrical safety issue by ensuring all electrical items are safe and in excellent working order. 
• Familiarise yourself with any fire procedures for your accommodation, including the evacuation procedure and meeting points. 
• Ensure that all doors are kept closed, including any interconnecting doors. All corridors should be kept clear for fire escape routes. Any items found here will be removed. 
• Do not wedge doors open or tamper with door retaining springs. Doors prevent smoke and fire from spreading. 

Weapons on campus 

Our new Weapons on Campus Procedure strictly prohibits weapons, including imitation weapons, on campus to maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff and students. 

Exceptions exist for approved academic use in coursework or research projects. This guidance is particularly relevant for students in the Arts and Humanities and Science and Engineering faculties, where projects may involve items covered by the policy.

If you ever have concerns about a weapon on campus, call 999 immediately and notify Campus Security on 0161 247 2222 or via the SafeZone app.