Healthy Campus Management

Universities are increasingly recognised as key settings for promoting health and wellbeing to enhance academic success, career readiness, and lifelong healthy behaviours. This research conducted a large baseline survey of students at an Australian university to examine health, academic, and social factors influencing wellbeing. The findings were used to inform the university’s new Student Health […]

This research was conducted as a national study exploring how Australian universities translate health and wellbeing policies into practical action. While most institutions endorse the importance of student wellbeing, there is limited understanding of how these commitments are implemented across whole-of-university systems. This research targeted Deputy Vice-Chancellors (Academic) as participants, recognising their central role within […]

Universities play a crucial role in supporting student mental health, however, national consistency in strategy and policy remains limited. This research reviewed 39 Australian universities to assess how well their mental health policies align with Orygen’s Australian University Mental Health Framework, which sets six principles for creating mentally healthy campus environments. These principles emphasise student-informed […]

UniSport Australia is excited to announce Western Sydney University as the newest Australian university to join the global FISU Healthy Campus program, demonstrating its dedication to fostering a vibrant, wellbeing-focused campus life. Western Sydney University’s decision to become a signatory follows in the wake of them ranking number one in the world for four consecutive […]

In August 2025, Murdoch University was awarded Platinum level accreditation in the FISU Healthy Campus program. This accomplishment establishes them as the only university in Western Australia to achieve this status, and the second university Australia-wide.   The FISU Healthy Campus Platinum Level Accreditation designation is a testament to excellence shown across various aspects of […]

RMIT University is helping their students fuel up, get active and connect through their Move & Munch program, an initiative offering free meals, free play, and opportunities to feel part of campus life. Move & Munch has launched across the RMIT Bundoora and City campuses, with the program designed to address food insecurity, promote healthy […]

The University of New England (UNE) is proudly leading the way as a FISU Healthy Campus signatory in Australia, demonstrating its commitment to creating a healthier, more connected community for both students and staff. While the journey is still evolving, UNE has already made a strong impact through initiatives that focus on social and mental […]

UniSport Australia is excited to announce CQUniversity (CQU) as the newest Australian university to join the global FISU Healthy Campus program, reinforcing its commitment to creating healthier, more active campus communities. CQUniversity’s decision to sign on comes on the heels of the launch of its forward-thinking Movement Changes Lives: CQUniversity SPORT Strategy 2025–2028. As the […]

Victoria University understands that success is about more than grades, deadlines, or career milestones. It is about feeling connected, supported, and inspired to grow – personally, socially, and professionally. That’s why in 2024, thrive* was launched: a holistic, people-centred program designed to enrich the university experience for every student and staff member. Why thrive*? The […]

RMIT University has officially become the 14th university in Australia to join the FISU Healthy Campus Program, an international platform designed to improve the health and wellbeing of students and staff across campus communities. As a new signatory to the FISU Healthy Campus Program, RMIT strengthens a growing national and global movement dedicated to promoting […]