Harassment is #NeverOK
#NeverOK is a joint initiative run by the University and The SU, which aims to tackle all forms of harassment, bullying, sexual misconduct and discrimination.
Harassment and sexual misconduct
Guidance for students and staff about reporting an incident, support, and disciplinary procedures, as well as the University's policies for students and staff.
Awareness and definitions of harassment and sexual misconduct
Understand what harassment is, the different forms it can take, and our commitment to supporting our students if they are affected by it.
Being treated with dignity and respect
We're committed to a working and learning environment which is supportive and free from discrimination, harassment, bullying and victimisation.
Commitment to our students on sexual violence and harassment
This commitment outlines how we will support students affected by sexual violence or harassment
Reporting harassment or sexual misconduct
Find out about reporting a concern, including how to do it, what you can report, and what happens next.
Support and Report
Our team provides confidential, compassionate advice and practical support if you have experienced or witnessed unwanted behaviour.
Guidance for Students Reporting Student Misconduct
This guidance will explain the process of reporting the misconduct of another student to the University.
Ongoing support after experiencing harassment or sexual misconduct
Find support and advice if you have experienced harassment or sexual assault.
Sexual assault or harassment
If you are a student who has been affected by sexual assault, sexual harassment or rape we can advise you on how to get help and support.
Sexual Violence and Domestic Abuse Response Service
Sexual Violence and Domestic Abuse Response Service provides support if you’ve experienced sexual violence, harassment, or domestic abuse.
Guidance on student disciplinary policies and procedures
Understand our disciplinary and appeals processes and learn what to do if you've been accused of misconduct.
Student Appeals Process
You can lodge an appeal against a University decision by following the Student Appeals Process and access guidance on appealing against an academic decision.
Guidance for Students Being Accused of Misconduct
This guidance is for students who have been reported for behaviour that could constitute misconduct
Guidance for Students: Precautionary Measures
In this guidance we set out what steps may be taken under the precautionary measures procedure.
Student Disciplinary and Misconduct Panel
We consider allegations of misconduct by students under Regulation 7.
University of Bath: Misconduct Made Clear
This document is an overview of behaviours which are considered unacceptable at the University of Bath. It is not an exhaustive list.
Harassment and sexual misconduct awareness training for students and staff
Complete training to help you take an active role in nurturing a safe and inclusive community.
#NeverOK Student Workshops
Book a training session to boost your confidence when tackling harassment.
Active respect - staff training
Mandatory training for all members of staff, designed to help stop all forms of harassment, bullying and discrimination at Bath.
Active respect - student training
Mandatory training for all undergraduate and taught postgraduate students, designed to help stop all forms of harassment, bullying and discrimination at Bath.
Active respect - doctoral student training
Mandatory training for all postgraduate research students, designed to help stop all forms of harassment, bullying and discrimination at Bath.
Active consent - student training
Online training to help you understand more about active sexual consent.
Dignity and respect
Our Dignity and Respect Policy and Procedure explains our commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all students and staff. It provides:
- information about the support available for students and staff
- definitions and examples of unacceptable behaviour
- guidance about raising or responding to concerns
- processes and procedures for:
- informal resolution
- formal investigation
- disciplinary hearings
- criminal charges
It connects the following University policies and procedures:
- Informal Dignity and Respect Procedure for students and staff
- Student Regulation 7 and the Student Discipline Procedure
- Staff Disciplinary Policy and Procedure
- Statute 25 Part III for academic and other specified senior staff
- Formal Dignity and Respect Procedure for staff
Policies and procedures for students
University policies and procedures about student behaviour and precautionary measures related to harassment and sexual misconduct.
Student Appeals Policy
The policy sets out the right of students to make an appeal against a decision made by the University. Part of the Regulations for Students 2024/25.
Student Discipline Policy and Procedure
The Student Disciplinary Policy and Procedure explains how the University addresses reports of inappropriate behaviour and misconduct made against a student.
Student Precautionary Measures Policy
The precautionary measures the University takes to mitigate risks and protect students. Part of the Regulations for Students 2024/25.
Fitness to Practise Policy
Read the University's policy on Fitness to Practise.
Spiking Prevention Policy
Read the University's policy on spiking prevention.
Policies and procedures for staff
Staff policies about the disciplinary procedure, professional boundaries, safeguarding, and our commitment to not using Non-Disclosure Agreements.
Disciplinary policy and procedure
How we ensure that employees who breach the rules of conduct are treated reasonably, consistently and fairly in every case Updated August 2025.
Guidance for academic staff on staff-student professional boundaries from the PBWG
Guidance developed by the Professional Boundaries Working Group to help academic staff develop and maintain professional boundaries with students.
University of Bath Safeguarding Policy
This Policy addresses all aspects of safeguarding. For the purposes of this Policy the term “the University” is deemed to include the Students’ Union.
The University of Bath is a signatory to the No-NDA Pledge
The University was an early signatory of Can’t Buy My Silence campaign’s No-NDA Pledge, joining in August 2022.
Formal Dignity and Respect Procedure
This procedure explains the processes for formally investigating dignity and respect reports about members of staff.
Policies and procedures for students and staff
University policies and procedures which relate to both students and staff.
Personal and Professional Relationships Policy
The University's policy regarding personal and professional relationships.
Informal Dignity and Respect Procedure
This guide sets out the informal approaches to the resolution of complaints made under the Dignity and Respect Policy for both students and staff.
Dignity and Respect Policy
The University of Bath is fully committed to promoting inclusion, equality, diversity, and accessibility. This policy applies from 1 August 2025 onwards.
Contact us
If you have questions about the guidance, training, and policies:
- for students, email neverok@bath.ac.uk
- for staff, contact your Human Resources representative