We have a diverse student community with people coming from a range of backgrounds and cultures. Everyone may have had very different experiences thinking and talking about sexuality.

Although sexual health might not be something you’re familiar with discussing, it’s important to know how to stay on top of your sexual health regardless of your relationship status.

What is sexuality?

Sexuality is about the feelings and attractions we have towards others and understanding they can play an important role in caring for our sexual health.

Sexuality is diverse and can be different for everyone. It might also be confusing and something that can take a while to fully understand.

If you are questioning or experiencing difficulty with your sexuality, there are on-campus and community services that provide non-judgmental and confidential support, including LGBTQIA+ support and counselling.

What is sexual health?

Sexual health involves being informed about sexually transmitted infections (STIs), your options around contraception and STI protection, prioritising pleasure and enjoyment in sex, feeling respected by partners, and knowing your own boundaries with regards to sexual activity.

Find out more information and resources about healthy relationships.

Sexual health services

If you’re having sex, it’s important to know the facts about sexually transmissible infections (STIs), contraception and how to stay safe.

You can visit your general practitioner (GP) or find your closest sexual health service on the NSW Government’s Health website.

At the University, the University Health Service on the Darlington campus is available to provide confidential and non-judgemental advice and sexual health information.

Services include:

• contraception information and advice
• sexual health checks and treatment
• women’s health including gynaecological and breast examinations, pap smears, pregnancy, ante-natal care and advice on terminations.

Additional resources

• Reachout offers practical support and advice around sexual assault and harassment, relationships and consent.
• Play Safe is a one-stop shop for young people wanting to know about safe sex, STIs and getting tested.
• ACON is an LGBTQ+ health promotion organisation focusing on LGBTI sexual health, HIV prevention and HIV support.
• International Student Health Hub was developed to improve access to sexual and reproductive health information and services for international students.
• Understanding HPV has information to help you understand Human Papillomavirus (HPV), its effects and how it can be prevented via cervical screening.
• National Cervical Screening Program has information on the cervical screening test, HPV and cervical cancer.