Bullying is an unwanted behaviour, abuse or misuse of power used by an individual or group to intimidate, offend or dominate another individual or group. Anybody can be bullied, but often bullying might involve somebody with more power bullying somebody with less.
Examples of bullying include but are not limited to:
- Insulting or mocking someone by word or behaviour
- Derogatory name-calling
- Spreading malicious rumours
- Exclusion or victimisation
- Unfair treatment
- Misuse of power or position
- Unwelcome sexual advances
- Threatening behaviour
- Undermining and overloading someone with constant criticism
- Physical threats or actions- hitting, shoving, destroying someone's property
- Cyberbullying- using technology to offend, humiliate, threaten, harass, or abuse another person
Please note that where a complaint of bullying is raised under the University Dignity and Respect policy, the definition of bullying set out in that policy will apply to any actions under that policy.
The University expects all students to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner in their day-to-day activities, including in their dealings with other students, staff and external organisations. Students are expected to comply with University policies and regulations. Where they do not comply with these requirements, and where they disrupt University activities, then the University will follow relevant procedures to resolve matters, including the Code of Student Conduct.