UHI suspends face-to-face teaching

The University of the Highlands and Islands have decided to suspend face-to-face teaching at all their centres from 5pm on Friday (March 20) to help reduce the risk of spread of coronavirus within the community. This arrangement will continue until further notice.

In a statement today they say: "The wellbeing of students, staff and visitors to our many campuses across the university partnership is our priority.

"All 14 principals of the university and the colleges and research institutions which make up the university partnership met yesterday to coordinate a response to the current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

"This suspension will cover all further education, higher education and community programmes. Students should therefore not attend any classes in person after this Friday until told otherwise. This includes lectures, tutorials, laboratory classes and seminars.

"Campus buildings, including residences, student support and library services and resource centres, remain open and staff continue to work on site. However, there is currently no overseas travel permitted for students or staff. Only essential course-related travel within the UK will be allowed.

"These are unprecedented times but we're planning carefully to ensure students can continue their studies, including examination arrangements, with as little disruption as possible."

You can keep up to date on the latest developments at www.uhi.ac.uk/coronavirus

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