Goal 3:
Good Health and Well-being
Sexual & Reproductive Health Care Services for Students
The University of Newcastle continues to provide free-of-charge sexual health and relationships services to all enrolled students, as part of its commitment to supporting student wellbeing. These services are delivered through a comprehensive suite of resources that include confidential consultations, access to sexual health clinics, and a wide range of educational materials and workshops. These programs and services were well established and available all throughout 2024.
We offer evidence-based information on topics such as safe sex practices, consent, healthy relationships, contraception, STI prevention and testing, and gender and sexuality awareness. These resources are designed to empower students to make informed decisions about their health and relationships in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
In addition to professional services, peer-led initiatives and student volunteering programmes often complement the outreach, helping to foster a culture of openness and respect around sexual health and wellbeing across campus.
The University is committed to providing all students access to information regarding their sexual health, and supportive sexual health services.
Sexual activity without consent is sexual assault, which is always a crime.
It isn’t enough to assume someone has given consent for sexual activity. It is essential that each person in a sexual encounter is sure that anyone else involved has given their full consent. The best way to make sure of this is to ask them.
All students at the University must complete the Consent Matters Module in Canvas by the end of your first term of study. The course is designed to help you understand how to seek consent, how to recognise it and how to identify situations where it can’t be given.
Sexually Transmissible Infections (STIs) are easily transmitted during sexual contact, often show no symptoms, and are on the rise. Using condoms every time will help protect you and your partner from STIs. If you think you have an STI - don't panic. Make an appointment with a doctor. Get a check.
For more information on STIs and sexual health, visit the following websites for advice and information:
Getting an STI check is a good way to look after your and your partner's sexual health.
Sexual health checks are recommended:
- Every 12 months or with change of partner
- If you have unprotected sex
- If the condom breaks
A sexual health check is a check-up by a health professional for sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and other sexual health issues. It can provide you with the chance to discuss your sexuality and sexual and reproductive health.
Confidential and non-judgemental sexual health checks can be arranged at any of the following sexual health service providers
Pacific Clinic Hunter Street Newcastle
Resources
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.