Starting Block Festival

Dont get caught out: Money muling explained

Part of Starting Block Festival.

Key Information:

Date and time
Thu 17 September 2026
12:00 - 13:00
Location
2X242, Frenchay Campus , Further info
Contact
Samantha Mapstone Samantha.Mapston@uwe.ac.uk
Cost
Free
Attendance
Booking not required
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Description

An interactive session exploring the hidden risks of money muling and how students can protect themselves from becoming involved. Discover how criminals target students, explore real-life scenarios, and learn practical tips for keeping your bank account safe while at university.

The session also showcases how UWE Bristol research is helping to tackle real-world challenges and create impact beyond campus.

Why attend?

  • Understand what money muling is and why students can be targeted.
  • Explore real-life scenarios and recognise the warning signs.
  • Learn how criminals may try to use students and their bank accounts.
  • Discover practical tips for protecting your money and personal information.
  • Build confidence in making safer financial decisions.
  • Understand the potential consequences of allowing someone else to use your bank account.
  • Find out how UWE Bristol research is helping to tackle real-world financial crime.

Registration and tickets

No need to book, just turn up on the day.

  • Cost: Free
  • Attendance: Booking not required

Location

2X242
Frenchay Campus
Coldharbour Lane
Bristol
BS16 1QY
UK

Frenchay Campus map

Accessibility

UWE Bristol welcomes all abilities/disabilities, ages, ethnicities, and genders to our events. If you have any questions, concerns or additional requirements then please let us know, by contacting events@uwe.ac.uk, so that we can make your time at this event as comfortable as possible.

  • Disabled parking: Yes
  • Step-free access: Yes
  • Automatic doors: Yes
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Induction loop: Yes
  • Guide/assistance dog-friendly: Yes
  • Quiet spaces available: Yes

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