In light of the ongoing pandemic, Welsh universities and the Welsh Government have reviewed the current lockdown situation and are asking students not to return to campus until the end of term (26 March 2021). Swansea University will therefore be delaying in-person teaching for those not required to be here for their programmes until this time.
We we would like to reassure students that the University is committed to doing everything we can to support them during this time and to ensure that they can continue to receive a high-quality education and safeguard the value of their degree.
What does this mean for students?
- Students are asked not return to campus until in-person teaching resumes for their course if they are required to do so for research purposes, or if they have specific personal circumstances.
- Teaching will continue online for this new extended period, with a limited amount of face-to-face teaching continuing for those who have already been asked to return and some new additions. If a student is required to return prior to 26 March, their College/ School will be in touch with them shortly.
- Postgraduate research students should continue their research from home where possible. If it is essential to access the campus for their research, the same process remains in Colleges for accessing labs and other on campus facilities.
- For those students who are already on campus, our advice is to remain and ensure they are following Welsh Government guidelines. We will continue to support them through this time.
- The University recently confirmed a rent reduction for students in University halls (Bay Campus, Beck House, Singleton Campus and Hendrefoilan Student Village) who have been asked to remain at home and not return to Swansea due to Covid restrictions. This reduction will be extended to meet the new timeframe.
- The University’s dedicated Covid support service, MyUniSupport, is available to help with any queries and it has a variety of provisions available for anyone who may be finding the current situation difficult.
- Students engaging in on-campus activity, should book lateral flow a test.
The University will continue to keep students updated with Welsh Government guidance via email, the Student Newsletter and dedicated FAQs webpages.