The Education and Training Act 2020 of New Zealand outlines several obligations and duties for universities regarding the health, safety, and wellbeing of their students.

Universities must provide a safe physical and emotional environment. They are required to establish and regularly review strategies to achieve this, which may include anti-bullying policies and promoting healthy food and nutrition.

Additionally, the Act requires universities to ensure the physical and emotional safety of their students and staff. This includes being inclusive and catering to students with differing needs, and adhering to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi by reflecting local cultures and values in their plans and policies.

Universities must also comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, which mandates that they take all reasonable steps to prevent physical or mental harm to students during educational activities.