Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University’s vision is to be recognised worldwide as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge, and enriching society through the fusion of education, research, and practice. We have more than 19,000 students and are ranked as one of the top 200 young universities in the world. Our strategic plan, BU2025, sets out our vision, values and outcomes, with the fusion of education, research and practice at its heart.

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Our work in suicide prevention

At Bournemouth University, we work in the areas of health research and are interested in public health generally. Specifically, we are committed to ensuring the ongoing wellbeing of our staff and students. We particularly want to ensure that our student community are supported to access support appropriate to their needs, whether that is provided in house or by our external partners.

The University is working with the Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group on the update of the Dorset Suicide Prevention Plan.

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Our current priorities

To promote good student and staff mental health. To ensure that those who need specialist support are able to access this when they need it. To continue to develop our relationships with the NHS, charities and other local partners in support of these aims.

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Our current challenges

Encouraging early disclosure, information sharing, and developing seamless support pathways.

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