National Student Safety Survey 2026

The National Student Safety Survey is a national survey conducted across Australian universities every few years. It captures students’ experiences and perspectives on sexual violence and harm. 

The findings are used to inform prevention efforts, strengthen support services and drive meaningful change across Australia universities. Your participation helps build a clearer picture of what students are experiencing today and shapes the work universities do to make campuses safter for everyone.

The survey is conducted independently by Roy Morgan on behalf of Universities Australia. Individual responses will not be shared with Victoria University and results will only be reported in aggregated, de-identified form.

Results from the 2026 survey are expected to be released in 2027.

Yes, if you’ve received an invitation.

You do not need to have experienced sexual violence or harm to take part. The survey is for all eligible students and every student’s perspective matters. Whether your university experience has been positive, difficult or somewhere in between, your voice is valuable.

Not every student will receive an invitation. The survey sample is selected to represent the full student population while minimising survey burden. Only students who receive an invitation from Roy Morgan can participate.

The survey takes about 15-25 minutes to complete, depending on your answers.

You don’t have to do it in one sitting. If you need to stop, you can return later using the same link in your invitation email. Your progress will be saved automatically.

Some questions may be difficult or distressing. Your wellbeing is the priority. You can stop the survey at any time and support is available throughout. 

Participation is entirely voluntary and your responses are confidential. 

If you’ve received an invitation, here’s what to do:

Check your VU email for a message from Roy Morgan ( safetysurvey@roymorgan.com). Your email will include a unique link and a personal access code.

If you’re having trouble accessing the survey or would prefer a hardcopy questionnaire, contact the Roy Morgan Help Desk.

Email: safetysurvey@roymorgan.com

Phone: 1800 687 254

For more information including frequently asked questions, visit nsss.edu.au

Victoria University is committed to fostering a safe and respectful and inclusive community for all students. Sexual harassment and sexual assault have no place at our university. 

Everyone has the right and expectation that they will be safe where they study, live, work and socialise. Victoria University will continue to promote gender equality, build a culture of respect and support all members of our diverse community.

Participating in the NSSS is one way students can contribute to the work. The findings will help us and universities across Australia continue to improve prevention initiatives, strengthen support services and build campuses where every student feels safe. 

Statement from Professor Adam Shoemaker, Vice-Chancellor of Victoria University

Statement from Professor Adam Shoemaker, Vice-Chancellor of Victoria University:

Both sexual harassment and sexual assault are reprehensible and absolutely unacceptable. Along with my colleagues across the sector, I am disappointed, saddened and angered that we continue to see this behaviour both on our campuses and in our society more broadly. As a public-purpose institution, Victoria University has a responsibility to provide a safe learning experience for all students – and more work clearly needs to be done.