How we handle the situation with Corona

On this page we provide information related to the coronavirus outbreak and COVID-19 and how University West handles the situation. We recommend all students and employees to keep themselves informed.

Last updated on June 14, 2021.

Latest news - An adapted return to campus

On 28 May, the government announced that the recommendation on distance education for higher education would be removed from 1 June. For us at University West, this means that we will continue on the beaten track with an adapted return to regular operations during the autumn. The gradual return takes place during study period 1, so that during study period 2 we will be back on campus.

We follow the general recommendations and are prepared for rapid changes due to the spread of infection.

Decision for activities on campus - autumn term 2021

According to the decision, some group/activities will be given priority to be on campus.

Autumn-21: The following priorities are made for campus-based activities:

Introduction and certain teaching of new programme students (students who started/start their education in the spring or autumn of 2021)
Programmes and courses with international students.
Teaching parts with elements for all students that are not possible or not suitable to carry out in any way other than on campus.
Examinations can now be conducted on campus without a special decision from the head of department.
For study social reasons, all student groups should have the opportunity to have teaching on campus at least a couple of occasions during the semester.

University's opening hours

The University Library, Restaurant Västan and the café are open. Due to Corona and the spread of infection, other premises are closed to non-students and staff for a period.
You can find opening hours here.

More information to students and staff

Students

Distance studies, FAQ about campus, travel, health etc.

Updated information - students

Staff

Distance teaching, FAQ about working from home, travel, health etc.

Updated information - staff

University West management team for distance mode

University West has activated its management team for distance mode. The group meets continuously (digitally) to deal with the overall issues associated with the outbreak of the virus. They handle the government's decisions with the necessary measures, monitor the updates of the other authorities and follow the handling of other universities on the issue.

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