Preventing Sexual Violence in Elite UK Universities: Education, Young People and Sexual Consent

By Alice Catherine King

Sexual violence is a widespread yet poorly addressed issue in UK universities, affecting a significant proportion of students, especially women and non-binary people. Grounded in feminist theory and student voices, this book explores how universities can better respond to sexual violence through prevention and education.

Drawing on a rich dataset of research at elite universities, the book examines the everyday realities of sexual violence - from banter and groping to troubling attitudes toward consent - and critiques dominant behaviours such as lad culture. It proposes a new model rooted in sexual ethics, citizenship and hybrid masculinities, offering practical, policy-relevant insights for creating safer university communities.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 152925485X
• ISBN13: 9781529254853
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Bristol University Press
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"