As the new year begins, it’s always a good idea to be aware of being the target of fraudsters, especially new students. Avon and Somerset police have supported us by providing information on the most common type of scams to target students.
As the new year begins, it’s always a good idea to be aware of being the target of fraudsters, especially new students. Avon and Somerset police have supported us by providing information on the most common type of scams to target students.
Scams and frauds are crimes in which deception is used for personal gain. It is usually to make money or obtain information through deception. With technology improving, fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated. Many types of scams and frauds exist.
By understanding the motives and signs of various scams, you can protect your personal information from scammers who may operate across international borders. The criminals behind these frauds do not discriminate; they will target anyone and have a complete disregard for the impact or consequences of their actions.
When online, consider your actions, if something doesn’t seem right then it probably isn’t. Any fraud and other financial crime should be reported to Report Fraud, or by calling 0300 123 2040. Yor bank should also be
The University has guides available on Being Scam Aware at University, with a summary and related guidance about common phishing attacks aimed at students, as well as guidance on how to identify phishing scams and what to do if you’ve followed a link within a suspected phishing attempt.
Avon and Somerset Police have also provided us with guides, including a Student Online Safety Guide and Fraud Prevention Advice for Chinese students in English, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. The Chinese community lose a significant amount of money to fraud, with Chinese students being a particular target. These documents outline the main fraud types affecting the Chinese community and advice on what to do should you become a victim of fraud.
Student Fraud Prevention Guide
Fraud Prevention Advice for Chinese Students in English
Fraud Prevention Advice for Chinese Students in Simplified Chinese
Fraud Prevention for Chinese Students in Traditional Chinese