Scam. It’s a word that you hear in the media, and something that you hope will never happen to you. The truth is that no one is immune from falling victim to a scam; everyone is vulnerable.
At CQUniversity, we want all of our students to have a safe, happy, and enjoyable experience during their study journey. Whilst we encourage you to have fun, learn, and make the most of new opportunities, we also encourage you to be vigilant about your personal safety and security; be cautious about the information you share online, and question anything that does not seem right.
With scammers getting smarter, the best way to protect yourself is through awareness and education. The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has some great resources and information about the different types of scams and advice on how to protect yourself from scams.
Scammers are currently taking advantage of the spread of COVID-19 to exploit university students. If you receive an email asking for your financial or personal details, you should check directly with the University before responding. For the latest scam alerts, please visit Scam Watch.
In light of other scams targeting students, we would like to stress that students should only ever pay fees direct to CQUni and/or through MyCentre; never pay anyone else so that they can pay us.
Check out the Quick Guide to Scams.
If you think you have been targeted by a scam, you can report it to the ACCC via the Report a scam webpage, and contact your local police.
If you have been affected by a scam and need support, CQUni Student Counsellors are available to assist you with personal counselling services. To self-refer and arrange a face-to-face or phone appointment, contact [email protected] or phone 07 4930 9456.
International students can also contact [email protected] for assistance.
