Managing COVID-19
Answers to all your questions about spotting and managing symptoms of COVID-19 and stopping the spread of the virus.
Get information on what to do if you have symptoms or getting support if you've tested positive.
Find out more
COVID-19 - Current Student Guidance
Advice and guidance on the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes the latest information on the University's position, whether the University is open, whether anyone on campus has coronavirus, the symptoms of the virus and more.
Last updated Tuesday 11th May, 4pm
Protecting and supporting the health and wellbeing of our University community is our top priority. The University is taking all precautionary measures in line with the science-led guidance, and instruction, from the UK Government and Public Health England (PHE). In addition, the University is adhering to travel guidance from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).
We would like to reassure you that University teaching, learning and support will continue throughout the lockdown period. We are here to support you.
Current University Position
Please note: following government guidance, some classes will start to be delivered on-campus from Monday 17th May. See below for more information. Some student services are also available on campus and bookable through Compass or by phone. The situation will continue to be reviewed.
Latest
Students returning to campus
The following students will have some teaching on campus:
- From Monday 17th May: students who started in April 2021.
- From Friday 4th June: all Accounting and MSc Finance students.
- From Monday 24th or Monday 31st May: students who started in January 2021 (depending on your programme)
- From Monday 28th June: students who started in October 2020
- From the beginning of June (date to be confirmed): BSc Nursing students
You'll be able to see if your lecture is online or on-campus in your Timetable.
Teaching
Your course will be taught in one of two ways:
Students on courses that can be online from Monday 17th May will be split into two groups:
- Dedicated online workshop
- On-site workshop
You'll switch between the two groups every other week (meaning you'll have a different lecturer depending on if your workshop is online).
For smaller groups, you'll be using the 'simultaneous model'. This is where the on-site and online students will attend the same workshop with one lecturer. Again, the groups will be rotated so you have one week on campus and one week off.
Tower Hamlets 'Variants of Concern'
Public Health England has informed the University of the existence of two variants of COVID-19 within some areas of Tower Hamlets.
You are strongly recommended to take part in surge testing if you live in:
- Bethnal Green
- Stepney Green
- St Peters ward
- St Dunstan's ward
For more information on the variants and how to get tested, see our:
Tower Hamlets Surge Testing FAQs
Coming to campus
By logging into Canvas you can see messages from your lecturers, your course materials and how to access your classes for each of your modules. Even if your classes are online, you should attend them at the scheduled time so you can interact with your lecturers and fellow classmates. Sessions will be also recorded so that you can revisit them later.
If you're experiencing issues with your studies, please contact our Student Engagement Team who will be able to advise on the support we can offer and options available to you.
As well as the classes listed above, you also have on-campus access to:
- The Library
- Study facilities on the fourth floor
- The Careers and Advice service
- Health and Wellbeing
- The Gateway
To book these services, please contact us through Compass or talk to our helpful staff by calling: 020 7531 7333
Before coming to campus
Before coming to campus, you need to:
- Self-isolate for ten days or get a Negative Lateral Flow (NLF)/PCR test result and
- Have had no COVID-19 symptoms and
- Not been told to self-isolate through NHS Test and Trace
- Consider your visit essential
We hope that you keep safe and well and look forward to welcoming you back.
Other contacts
If you need help or advice, contact the University at:
- Current student enquiries: gateway-london@sunderland.ac.uk
- For applicants, offer holders and prospective students: recruitment-london@sunderland.ac.uk
- Human Resources enquiries: human.resources-london@sunderland.ac.uk
Student Services
Throughout this time you can also access our student services online:
- Library: You can contact them at londonlibrary@sunderland.ac.uk or visit their website.
- Student Engagement: You can email them at student.engagement-london@sunderland.ac.uk.
- The Gateway: Email them on gateway-london@sunderland.ac.uk or call at 020 7531 7333.
- Health and Wellbeing: You can book an appointment over the phone on 020 7531 7333 or email them at londonhealth@sunderland.ac.uk.
- Careers and Employability: To speak with one of our Career Advisors you can email them at careers-london@sunderland.ac.uk.
Useful links
- For study skills support, visit the Library website.
- If you've recently returned from overseas, let us know.
- If you have any further questions, submit them here.
- If you're unable to access online teaching, submit your absence through TDS.
Around the building
Your questions answered on how the University of Sunderland in London campus will operate during COVID-19, including whether the building is open, if teaching is happening and how to book appointments to see our student services.
Find out more
Campus safety measures
In this section, you'll find the latest information about what we're doing to keep you safe when you visit the University of Sunderland in London. It covers everything from our mask policy to using the lifts.
Find out more
International Students FAQ
International students studying at the University of Sunderland in London may have additional questions related to their studies with us. Find out about visas, quarantining, studying online and more.
Find out more
Health and Wellbeing FAQs
Your health and wellbeing can be affected during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our team answer your questions on self-isolation, abuse, support and more.
Find out more
Library FAQs
Get answers to your most asked questions about how you can access the services of the University of Sunderland in London's Library during the course of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Learn about everything from accessing books and journals to referencing guides and study skills.
Find out more