Flinders Student Wellbeing Survey

Flinders University wants to learn about your wellbeing needs, where you are at in your life, and your experiences at the University.

This survey will inform the wellbeing support we provide to students, and aims to make a difference to life at Flinders.

Completion should take 5-10 minutes. Submit your email at the end of the survey, and you'll go into the draw to win a $250 gift voucher!

How to Complete the main part of the Survey:

You will be asked about different aspects of living and studying, and then asked to respond on 3 areas.
1. Is this a problem area for you?
Select the option that best reflects your experience from "Not a problem" to "Serious problem."

2. How much does this problem affect your academic performance or overall wellbeing?
Choose from "No impact", "Minor impact," "Moderate impact," or "Significant impact."

3. Select whether you feel Flinders provides sufficient support.
"Yes", "No" or if you’re unsure select "Don’t know" or if the area isn’t relevant to you, select "Not applicable."

BASIC NEEDS AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Access to sufficient and nutritious food
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Safe and secure accommodation
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Managing living expenses (e.g. food, accommodation, tuition, fees)
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Access to free legal advice
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*

HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Sleep
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Staying Fit and Healthy
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Physical health
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Mental health
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Social isolation/ loneliness
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Spirituality or religion
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*

ACADEMIC & STUDY SUPPORT
Suitable places to study
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Academic and Study Skills Support
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Academic difficulties

(e.g. understanding material, managing deadlines, preparing for exams)
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Setting meaningful academic goals
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Connecting coursework to real-world experiences
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Reflecting on purpose and values
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*

CAMPUS & SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT
Social connection with other students
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Interaction with diverse people
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Participation in student clubs/events
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Access to relaxing/social spaces
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Access to outdoor spaces
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*

ACCESSIBILITY & SAFETY
Access to reliable internet
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Accessibility

(e.g. mobility, visual, auditory, digital)
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*
Feeling safe from harassment/discrimination
Is this a problem area for you?*
How much does this problem affect your academic progress?*
Does Flinders provide appropriate support and opportunities in this area?*

Barriers to Accessing Support
If you haven't accessed support services, what has prevented you from doing so? (Select all that apply)*

Fear of stigma or judgmentBelief that the service wouldn’t be helpfulDifficulty navigating or accessing the service (e.g., long wait times, unclear process)Service hours or availability didn’t suit my schedulePrefer to handle the issue on my ownNot comfortable seeking help from the universityOther
If you selected 'Other' please specify:

What challenges do you face as a student that are not covered by the options given in this survey?*

Are there any additional support services or resources you think Flinders should provide to better support students?*

Would you be willing to participate in future opportunities (e.g., focus groups, individual interviews) to help us explore and improve support services at Flinders?*

YesNo
If yes, please provide your email address so we can contact you.

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About You

How to Complete the main part of the Survey:

BASIC NEEDS AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Access to sufficient and nutritious food

Safe and secure accommodation

Managing living expenses (e.g. food, accommodation, tuition, fees)

Access to free legal advice

HEALTH AND WELLBEING

Sleep

Staying Fit and Healthy

Physical health

Mental health

Social isolation/ loneliness

Spirituality or religion

ACADEMIC & STUDY SUPPORT

Suitable places to study

Academic and Study Skills Support

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities

Academic difficulties

Setting meaningful academic goals

Connecting coursework to real-world experiences

Reflecting on purpose and values

CAMPUS & SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT

Social connection with other students

Interaction with diverse people

Participation in student clubs/events

Access to relaxing/social spaces

Access to outdoor spaces

ACCESSIBILITY & SAFETY

Access to reliable internet

Accessibility

Feeling safe from harassment/discrimination

Barriers to Accessing Support