Latest Updates on COVID-19 Measures

Latest Updates on COVID-19 Measures

Latest Updates on COVID-19 Measures

Updates on COVID-19

Updated: 08 September 2021

In response to the 2019 COVID-19 outbreak, as well as the latest measures implemented by the local government, the Singapore campus of James Cook University has put in place a set of protective measures and advice to keep our students and staff healthy and safe, as well as to better mitigate risks and minimise disruption.

Students will be supported via blended learning, including a mix of face-to-face classes and online learning. Students may refer to their respective timetables here.

The campus will remain open to students and assigned staff. The campus will be open on Monday to Friday (8.30am to 6pm) and Saturday (8.30am to 1pm), and closed on Sunday and Public Holidays. Some programs may be offered outside these hours. Safe distancing and safe management measures will be put in place to ensure the well-being of students and staff. For details on the latest safe management guidelines, click here.

Facilities and services such as the Student Hub at Block C and canteen will be available on campus. Seating arrangement in the canteen and at the Courtyard are strictly limited to 2 persons to a table. Security Officers and Facility staff are conducting frequent walk round to ensure compliance. In addition, self-study will be allowed on campus during campus operating hours. Physical student activities will resume under close monitoring of up to 5 in a group (subject to the nature of the activities and vaccination status). Social gatherings will not be allowed.

Aligned with government advisory, the gym will be open to members who are fully vaccinated.

You can find out more about our COVID-19 Action Plan here. In the event that you are feeling unwell or there is a suspected case of COVID-19, please follow the evacuation plan outlined in Annex G of the COVID-19 Action Plan.

Students

Who you are / your situation:

Action required

New students

  • Please check your email on our ‘Welcome Letter’ to retrieve the Reporting and Orientation schedule.
  • Digital Readiness: Please ensure that you meet the minimum systems requirements for online and blended learning.
  • Take note of the dates to attend Reporting and Orientation before course commencement.

Students returning to campus

  • TraceTogether-only SafeEntry (ToS) measures are conducted each time when entering the campus.
  • Please ensure that you wear a mask, as part of measures by the local authorities to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
  • Observe safe distancing measures and exam-style fixed classroom seating.
  • Attendance will be recorded by teaching staff.

All students

Graduating students

  • Students will be conferred through University Council meeting.
  • Students will have the opportunity to attend deferred Graduation Ceremonies.
  • Contact Graduation Office: graduation-singapore@jcu.edu.au for further details.

If you are experiencing respiratory symptoms (i.e. fever, cough, sore throat and runny nose), please do not come to the campus and visit https://flu.gowhere.gov.sg/ for a list of nearby Public Health Preparedness Clinics.

Assessment

  • Face-to-face invigilated examinations have been replaced with an online equivalent submitted via LearnJCU or an alternative assessment task.
  • Lecturers will update the subject outlines and inform students about the final assessment.

FAQ

For answers to frequently asked questions about your studies and exams amid COVID-19, please click here.

Staff

Who you are / your situation:

Action required

Staff returning to campus
  • TraceTogether-only SafeEntry (ToS) measures are conducted each time when entering the campus.
  • Please ensure that you wear a mask, as part of measures by the local authorities to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
  • Observe safe distancing and safe management measures, including staggered working hours and split teams arrangements.
  • Discuss your working, monitoring and communication arrangements with your Functional Director/Line Manager.
  • Alert your Functional Director/Line Manager accordingly if you – or any of your close contacts i.e. friends, family members – experience any relevant medical conditions or symptoms.
  • Ad-hoc access to Campus (e.g. to collect an urgent document, etc.) is only allowed upon approval from your respective Manager, and the length of visit should be restricted to fulfilling the stated purpose.
  • Staff must have evidence/be able to provide evidence to any visiting Singapore Government officials; in writing, on prior approval to return to/work on Campus.

All staff except the above

  • All staff to telecommute. Information and Communications Technology (ICT) team will maintain minimal staffing for emergency maintenance of IT infrastructure. If staff are facing technical issues, please contact ICT team at itr-singapore@jcu.edu.au.
  • Discuss your working, monitoring and communication arrangements with your Functional Director/Line Manager.
  • Alert your Functional Director/Line Manager accordingly if you – or any of your close contacts i.e. friends, family members – experience any relevant medical conditions or symptoms.

Measures for inbound travellers

In view of the evolving COVID-19 situation globally, Singapore has put in place additional precautionary measures for some travellers entering Singapore. Please view the latest measures for inbound travellers here.

International Students who are planning travel to Singapore, please contact your designated Student Ambassadors for up-to-date information.

Health and medical matters

  • Please ensure that you wear a mask, as part of measures by the local authorities to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
  • Visit the doctor or rest at home if you are unwell. Please do not come to the office.
  • Take the necessary precautions, as advised by Ministry of Health (MOH).
  • Subscribe to Gov.sg WhatsApp channel to receive the latest information about COVID-19 here.
  • Download the TraceTogether app to assist in contact tracing and curb the spread of the coronavirus here.

Let us work together by being socially responsible and do our own part in keeping good personal hygiene.

For Assistance
Contact Student Affairs at studentaffairs-singapore@jcu.edu.au or call +65 9321 6833