Here you will find the latest news concerning COVID-19 information in Lapland University of Applied Sciences. . Lapland UAS actively follows the Corona-virus situation and the recommendation given by the Finnish Government to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
At Lapland University of Applied Sciences, the premises of our operations are the protection of the health of students and staff, the progression of studies as planned and the smooth implementation of RDI activities.
Restrictions on public gatherings do not apply to the premises and activities of higher education. However, we strive to follow the recommendations of the authorities whenever possible.
By carefully following the guidelines, we have managed to avoid extensive exposures on Lapland UAS campuses, and by continuing to do so, we can ensure a safe return to campuses. You should not come to campus if you are ill or have respiratory symptoms. All safety instructions must be followed on campus. We will monitor the general corona situation and the guidelines set by the authorities and refine our guidelines accordingly.
Lapland University of Applied Sciences will arrange all teaching, guidance and services so that all studies will proceed as planned and according to the study objectives.
Teaching is arranged in accordance with the study programme implementation plans, also utilising contact teaching. The study programmes will organise teaching in a safe manner so that the progress of studies, as well as teaching and guidance, are ensured. The study programmes will inform their students in more detail about their studies and exams. Students should actively follow their student emails as well as Peppi. Students taking part in study related practical training will follow the instructions of the place of training. All on campus arrangements and teaching are made with consideration of the safety instructions and the number of students on campus. When you are on campus, it is important to take care of thorough hand hygiene, and wear a face mask as recommended. Disposable face masks are available at the main entrances. You may also use your own face mask. Face masks, disinfection equipment as well as instructions for safe us of facilities will be available in learning environments. The persons responsible for learning environments will provide with the necessary equipment in collaboration with facility officers. The teachers of the programmes will inform the students in more detail about the studies and exams. It is important that all students follow their student email and Peppi
Safety instructions will apply for all arrangements, including e.g. school lunch.
All international programmes will start the studies mainly online.
Students taking part in study related practical training will follow the instructions of the place of training.
Exchange studies, short-term mobility and practical training (incoming and outgoing) will be possible, if permitted by travel and entry regulations, in the spring of 2022 in accordance with official guidelines.
The Finnish Border Guard: Guidelines for border traffic during pandemic
In addition to remote services, student and teaching services are also provided on a limited basis on campuses. More precise service hours will be specified in August.
Student affairs offices
Student affairs offices will provide services by email and by telephone. Contact information
Health Care
School social work and student councelling
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eLearning services
IT service
Service hours 8:00 - 16:00 +358 40 484 4210 servicedesk@luc.fi
Instructions on remote work in response to the coronavirus
Libraries
More information about library services can be found on https://lib.luc.fi/fi
If you you suspect that you have contracted the corona virus and if you are experiencing symptoms (according to THL, the most common symptoms are fever, cough and shortness of breath), please contact your health centre.
Coronavirus symptoms and treatment (THL)
It is recommended that you use a face mask when you are on campus. Disposable face masks are available at the main entrances, as well as from facility officers. Put a disposable face mask in a waste container directly after you have worn it. You may also use your own face mask.
Recommendation on the use of face masks for citizens by THL
It is still of primary importance that you maintain safe distance whenever possible, wash your hands, cough into your sleeve or a disposable tissue, and avoid touching your face.
Face masks are used inside Lapland UAS facilities in situations where it is impossible or difficult to maintain safe distances. Such situations include e.g. simulation teaching and studying in learning environments.
Face masks, disinfection equipment as well as instructions for safe us of facilities will be available in learning environments. The persons responsible for learning environments will provide with the necessary equipment in collaboration with facility officers.
You can protect yourself from the coronavirus in the same way as with other respiratory infectious agents. This is primarily through a good level of hand hygiene.
Hand sanitizer dispensers and handwash instructions have been added to campuses. Cleaning of toilet facilities has been stepped up.
Student health care
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
Finnish institute for health and welfare - Coronavirus COVID-19