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An ancient university Experience our campus Our commitment to you
Wel c ome The University of Aberdeen is open and ready to welcome students in September 2020. 2
The academic year 2020-21 will commence with Welcome Week on 21 September with
teaching starting on 28 September. In creating a safe and enjoyable campus experience for
our students and staff, we are committed to providing you with:
A SAFE CAMPUS A CARING COMMUNITY A NURTURING ENVIRONMENT
Physical distancing measures and Our students, staff and community All of our student support services
enhanced hygiene procedures are our main priority. We’re adapting will be available to you. Our
will be in place to help protect our teaching spaces, libraries, student community is compassionate and
our community. Sanitiser will be spaces, cafes and sports centre in line will always work to foster a positive
provided at entrances to buildings with physical distancing guidelines, environment in which you can
and key locations. There will also so you can still enjoy campus life and thrive. We know that the University
be additional cleaning schedules the sense of community that is part experience reaches far beyond
particularly of communal areas of being a member of the Aberdeen that of academic study. We have a
and touch points. We all have a Family. We are committed to creating broad co-curricular offering centred
collective responsibility to keep a supportive environment which around student interest and
ourselves and the community students feel part of. supporting a sense of belonging.
around us safe. Read our Campus Lots of useful information can be
Pledge to see what we expect from found on our new and returning
our community. student webpages.
BLENDED LEARNING THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE WELCOMING
ACCOMMODATION
We understand how important
on campus learning is to you. We We understand that the social aspect All of our accommodation is open.
will ensure you receive the same of university life is very important to Physical distancing and enhanced
high quality Aberdeen student you. Aberdeen University Students’ hygiene measures will mean some
experience, albeit delivered Association (AUSA) and the University of our shared living, study and social
differently. We will be open and are working in partnership to create a spaces is also open. You can apply
ready to welcome you to campus fun filled and inspiring range of online for University accommodation here.
in September offering blended events, to help those of you joining us
learning - a mix of face-to-face for the first time integrate fully into the If you are staying in private or third
teaching on campus, wherever University community. Society and club party accommodation you must
possible and safe, as well as online membership will be possible though have this booked before arriving in
learning where teaching cannot yet some activities may be delayed until Aberdeen.
be in person. If you can’t join us on later in the academic year.
campus straight away, don’t worry Watch our accommodation video
we have measures in place to allow here to see the measures we have
you to study fully online, and arrive taken to keep our space as safe as
when you can during the semester. possible.
The University of Aberdeen continues to monitor Scottish Government advice regarding the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
The advice is changing rapidly, the most up to date Scottish Government information can be found here and the latest University FAQs here. 3
Safe Environ ment
Your safety is our primary
concern. As we continue
to follow Scottish
Government guidelines,
the University and the city
ON CAMPUS SAFETY HYGIENE
of Aberdeen are putting One-way systems will be used Regular cleaning will be in place
a variety of measures where appropriate to ensure physical across all University buildings. Hand
in place to ensure your distancing. Signage across campus sanitising gel will be available upon
will remind people of the need entry to all buildings and within
welfare. to keep their distance and wash each of the cafe and dining areas.
their hands regularly. Appropriate We will also provide forehead strip
adaptations will be made to teaching thermometers, so that you can
spaces to ensure as safe a learning easily check your own temperature.
experience as possible. Cafes, dining During the first few weeks of term,
areas and shops will have physical compostable utensils will be used
distancing measures in place, allowing almost exclusively for the service of
them to open and provide a safe and food and drink. If guidelines change
friendly service. as term progresses, the option of
using reusable glasses, cups, plates,
You can also download the SafeZone bowls and cutlery will be re-
app, which connects you to the introduced.
University security team, if you need
urgent help or first aid. PERSONAL HYGIENE
It is also important that good
We also recommend that you personal hygiene is maintained
download the Protect Scotland –– Regularly wash your hands with
app. This app will alert you if you soap and water.
have been in close contact with –– Avoid touching your eyes, nose,
another app user who tests positive and mouth with unwashed hands.
for coronavirus whilst keeping
information private and anonymous.
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–– If you have any symptoms of
coronavirus (a high temperature, a
new, continuous cough, or a loss or
change to your sense of smell or
taste) you should self-isolate and
arrange a test as soon as possible.
You can do this through contacting OUTSIDE SPACE/ACTIVITIES OFF CAMPUS SAFETY
the NHS. We can help you with Aberdeen is the perfect place to Aberdeen city has adapted to
this, just contact student support enjoy the great outdoors. Within ensure that everyone can still access
–– Cover your cough or sneeze with a the city you can find numerous the resources they need in a safe
tissue, then throw the tissue in the parks all with something different way. The Aberdeen City Council
bin, and wash your hands. to offer. Duthie Park is loved by website offers up to date advice
visitors due to its open space, and support as well as a 24-hour
fountains and boating ponds or if crisis line.
you prefer woodland walks you can
take a wander through Hazlehead Retailers and restaurants are working
Park. Closer to home, you can to national guidelines and the
enjoy a walk along the sand or dip city centre has been temporarily
your toes in the water at Aberdeen pedestrianised to allow space for
PUBLIC TRANSPORT beach or investigate Seaton Park, 27 physical distancing.
Everything you need is available hectares of riverside walks, formal
within walking distance. However, gardens and playing fields right next
should you wish to use public door to King’s College Campus.
transport, there are plenty of options
available. Travel providers across The North-East of Scotland is
Scotland are adhering to Scottish known for its miles of spectacular
Government advice to ensure that coastline with craggy clifftops and
passengers can travel safely. First wide beaches perfect for a walk or FACE COVERINGS
Aberdeen have implemented several bike ride. Our expansive forests and We are following Scottish
safety measures on all buses in inviting hills are ideal for spotting Government guidelines on face
Aberdeen City including mandatory wildlife and enjoying a breath of coverings. The University will be
face coverings and reduced capacity fresh air while you explore the providing all students and staff
to ensure correct distancing. The outdoors. with two, 3-ply face coverings and
First Bus App has also been updated students and staff will be expected
so you can check when the next bus The Visit Aberdeenshire website to wear these. At the time of
is, and how many seats are available. has lots more information on things publication face coverings are a
Bus and taxi services in Aberdeen to enjoy in the City and the Shire. requirement in shops and on public
also offer card payment options to transport.
minimise contact.
The University of Aberdeen continues to monitor Scottish Government advice regarding the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
The advice is changing rapidly, the most up to date Scottish Government information can be found here and the latest University FAQs here. 5
Wa rm Wel c ome
WHEN SHOULD I ARRIVE? VISA REQUIREMENTS PRE-DEPARTURE
The academic year 2020-21 will If you are an international student, Please see our Pre-Departure Guide
commence with Welcome Week on you are likely to require a visa to (insert link) for all you need to know
21 September with teaching starting study in the UK. Guidance for Tier 4 before leaving for Aberdeen. We
on 28 September. It would be great if visas is different during the Covid-19 will continue to run online events
you can join us on 21 September, but pandemic but our immigration web with regional partners and don’t
if you can’t don’t worry. Our blended pages will be updated regularly hesitate to get in touch with our
learning approach means you can with any guidance. Remember International Office direct if you
begin your studies online and join us that because of our blended have any questions.
when you can. learning approach, you can arrive
when you can, so if you can’t get
Students arriving from outside of the your visa appointment before the
UK, current Scottish Government start of term don’t worry we will
guidelines require a 14-day quarantine support you. Get in touch with our
period for many countries. You can International Student advisers who
see a full list of exempt countries will gladly guide you through the
here. You are also required to process.
complete a passenger locator form,
information on this can be found
here. Our University accommodation
will be open two weeks before the
start of term to allow for quarantining.
You can read more on the Scottish
Government advice for self-isolation
on arrival in Scotland here.
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Keep an eye on
your emails for a
series of informative
communications taking
you through the process
and steps to getting
started at the University
of Aberdeen.
GETTING HERE ACCOMMODATION ORIENTATION AND RETURNING
If you are arriving at Aberdeen Airport, You must ensure that you have TO CAMPUS
our friendly student ambassadors will accommodation booked before Through the digital orientation
be providing a meet and greet service arriving in Aberdeen. programme we will introduce you to
from the 3rd - 25th September. You the University and all the different
can book this service here. Don’t Our accommodation is open now services and departments available
worry if you arrive after this date. for anyone who has to quarantine. to help you settle in and access the
You can find an express bus service, We are introducing a phased support you need. There will also
Jet 727, to the city centre at a cost of arrival programme from Monday be an orientation programme for
approximately £3. There are also taxi 14 September for students who returning students to welcome you
services available to take you directly don’t require to quarantine. If you back to campus.
to your accommodation which will are residing with a third-party
cost £15-£25. Remember if you are accommodation provider you We have social media pages
using public transport you will require should contact them to familiarise dedicated to our new students
a face covering. Keep an eye on yourself with their quarantine providing you with the opportunity
our new student website for more procedures. Keep an eye on our to connect with peers. Both new
information on getting to campus. Coronavirus FAQ page as we release and returning students can find
more information on how we can specific school orientation details
Once you arrive at your support you through quarantine. and information including orientation
accommodation, most facilities dates, reading lists and assessment
including shops and cafes are within dates here. Don’t forget to check out
walking distance, meaning you won’t our various social media channels to
have to take public transport if you keep you informed and make sure
don’t want to. you download UoA Student Guide
from the app store.
The University of Aberdeen continues to monitor Scottish Government advice regarding the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak. 7
The advice is changing rapidly, the most up to date Scottish Government information can be found here and the latest University FAQs here.
Home from Home
keys if appropriate. There will be STUDENT RESIDENT ASSISTANTS
check-in points around the site to Our team of Student Resident
ensure physical distancing with staff Assistants (SRAs) are on duty
available to give advice. 6pm - 6am, 7 nights a week. They
are based in the Hillhead Student
If you have accepted your offer Village to look after the welfare of
YOUR ACCOMMODATION of accommodation, you can join students. The team will also plan a
From the moment you arrive in the Accommodation Facebook range of online social events for you
University accommodation we will Group where you can meet your to meet your peers.
be there to provide support and to flatmates in advance of arrival.
create a safe and comfortable living For more information visit our
environment, to the best of our accommodation pages.
ability.
BEDROOM
There will be staggered move In your room upon arrival you
in dates and times to allow the will find a welcome pack from us
KITCHEN
creation of households and to containing a face mask, mini hand
For those who choose the catered
ensure minimum contact when sanitiser, thermometer and gloves.
accommodation packages, the
checking in. Information and All bedrooms and bathrooms will
onsite Accommodation Village
campus maps will be sent out be cleaned for your arrival and extra
venues open at 12 noon on Saturday
prior to arrival along with santised cleaning materials will be provided.
19 September.
Otherwise you will have access to
your shared kitchen which will be
thoroughly cleaned before your
arrival so you can cook as normal
and get to know your flatmates.
The cafe bar, The Works, will open
on Saturday 19 September operating
throughout term, offering a great
selection of food and drink to buy
and enjoy.
WIFI
Free unlimited WiFi is available in all
accommodation. Stay connected
via the Eduroam and UoA-Gaming
networks.
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We will provide you with a set • For those in catered
of bed linen and the option of a accommodation, you can have
kitchen pack comprising pots, pans, food boxes delivered to your
plates, bowls, glasses and cutlery accommodation, every 3 days.
(charge for kitchen pack applies). We
will also give you additional cleaning It is also good to know that the cold
QUARANTINE materials to keep your space clean. water tap in your kitchen is clean
Quarantine accommodation will and safe to drink.
be provided free of charge for 2 EATING WHILE IN QUARANTINE
weeks prior to your contract start Upon arrival we will provide you Even though you may need to
date, which is 19 September 2020, with a box containing enough food complete 14 days of quarantine, this
if you are residing in University and drink items for meals and snacks is your room; we want it to be as
accommodation during the during the first 24 hours of arrival. safe and comfortable as possible.
academic year. This will be free of charge. It has been thoroughly cleaned,
including all touchpoints and
If you are staying in private For the remainder of your surfaces, so you can get on with life
accommodation or in third party quarantine you have several options as near-to-normal as possible.
student accommodation, you for eating and drinking. You can:
should ensure you speak to your • Book exclusive access to the *charges apply
accommodation provider directly shop on site between agreed
to plan for any quarantine measures times
which may be required on arrival in • Consider online grocery shopping
the UK. If you have any questions • Arrange a payment facility with
around quarantining in private the onsite shop and you will be
accommodation you can contact us invoiced at a later date.
at coronavirus@abdn.ac.uk and read
the Scottish Government’s advice
here.
The University of Aberdeen continues to monitor Scottish Government advice regarding the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
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The advice is changing rapidly, the most up to date Scottish Government information can be found here and the latest University FAQs here.
Worl d Cl a ss Educ ation
We will be open and ready to welcome you in
September and will be offering a blended learning
experience until we are able to return to full on
campus delivery.
10BLENDED LEARNING We recognise the importance of FINDING THE BALANCE
Blended learning will provide a mix engagement and interaction with While we expect to welcome the
of on campus teaching alongside both your peers and your lecturers. majority of students to Aberdeen
online delivery of teaching and Your learning, both online and on in September, we recognise that
activities with support from our campus, will provide opportunities some students may not be able to
expert academics. for you to interact with your come to campus (e.g. due to travel
classmates and ask questions of your restrictions or shielding). If this is
Face to face delivery will focus on lecturers. the case for you, you will be able
small group sessions such as tutorials to study fully online until such time
and seminars together with the ACCESSING YOUR LEARNING that you can join us on campus.
opportunity to gain some practical Learning will be underpinned
experience, where relevant, in labs or by a high quality, virtual learning Get in touch with us and we will
clinical teaching, subject to physical environment where you will be be glad to chat through your
distancing requirements. able to access course materials, options or you can let us know
undertake assessments, ask by completing the form on the
All lecture materials will be delivered student hub The balance of online
questions and engage with your
online in a flexible way allowing you and on campus activities may vary
peers in a flexible way that fits
to engage with the material when it depending on physical distancing
with your particular circumstances.
works for you. restrictions and the particular needs
Lecture materials will be available
to access when it best suits you and of each course.
If you have concerns about being
able to make it on to campus in your lecturer will guide you through
September, please get in touch the time-frames for completion.
and we will be glad to discuss your Your learning environment
options with you or you can let us (MyAberdeen) will be used to
know if you intend to study the first facilitate wider engagement, for
semester online through the student example, online tutorials and group
hub work.
The University of Aberdeen continues to monitor Scottish Government advice regarding the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
The advice is changing rapidly, the most up to date Scottish Government information can be found here and the latest University FAQs here. 11Here for you 12
STUDENT SUPPORT ABERDEEN UNIVERSITY Our award winning Toolkit is your
Our support teams are available STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION (AUSA) essential guide to our services and
to help you at every step of your AUSA will continue to run technologies and is full of useful
Aberdeen journey. All of our face to face social events guidance, advice and training.
support services are currently within physical distancing
Still got problems? Our IT Service
operating, offering impartial and guidelines. There will also be
Desk team is available to help ensure
confidential advice on a range of the opportunity to join one of
that you are able to get the best from
issues, including personal, academic, the many student clubs and
your studies. If you have any issues
money matters, disabilities and societies. AUSA Advice offers free
using or accessing our digital learning
specific learning difficulties, visas and and impartial advice to students on
environment, you can quickly and
immigration matters, mental health anything including academic advice,
easily log a ticket and our team of
and wellbeing, and more. We are health and wellbeing, part-time
experts will be happy to help.
currently offering meetings online employment and housing.
and by telephone.
STUDENT LEARNING SERVICE
CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY
The Student Learning Service (SLS)
DISABILITY SERVICE SERVICE
is here to work with you to enhance
The Disability Service provides The Careers and Employability
your academic skills. The SLS is a free,
advice, information and practical Service is available to inspire and
non-judgmental, and confidential
study-related support to support your career choices and
service. You can book on-line
prospective and current students provides opportunities to develop
appointments with an academic
online and by telephone. skills through a range of co-curricular
skills adviser to focus on specific
programmes. The CareerConnect
issues related to your academic skills,
INFOHUB portal links you with employers and
or attend workshops on: academic
Infohub is your one-stop-shop for their opportunities including events,
writing, study skills and maths. The
all enquiries. If you don’t know the fairs and extensive vacancy listings.
SLS also offers specialist advice on
answer or aren’t sure who to ask,
academic and study skills for students
email the team and they will be IT SERVICE DESK
with Dyslexia and other Specific
happy to help. Some of the services Have a look at our IT for Students
Learning Differences. You can find out
they offer are ID card support, web pages to find out about all
more about their service, and access
paying your fees, production of the digital and technical services we
their online booking system, at
documents to support your student offer.
www.abdn.ac.uk/sls
status, council tax exemption forms,
bank account letters and help with
your Personal Tutor.
THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE
The International Centre is a virtual
and on campus hub for anyone
interested in the ‘international
experience’ aspect of attending
University. We offer a range
of events (in line with Scottish
Government guidelines), language
classes, celebrations and a chance
to meet people from all over the
world.
The University of Aberdeen continues to monitor Scottish Government advice regarding the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
The advice is changing rapidly, the most up to date Scottish Government information can be found here and the latest University FAQ’s here. 13State of the a rt fa cilities 14
OUR LIBRARIES SPORTS FACILITIES FOOD AND DRINK
Our libraries, including the award- Aberdeen Sports Village, our world Reflecting Scottish Government
winning Sir Duncan Rice Library, will class sports facility, is open. Use guidelines in place at the start of
be open with a reduced capacity of the facilities will be adapted to term, appropriate adaptations will
and physical distancing in place. reflect the prevailing guidelines have been made to ensure all of the
Many of our library resources will from The Scottish Government cafes, coffee venues, restaurants
be available to you in digital form and sporting governing bodies, and retail shops will be open,
whether you’re studying on campus with team and contact sports providing a safe and friendly service
or from home. Print materials and likely to resume according to and real social campus experience,
open study spaces will become slightly different timetables. Group from Monday 21 September.
available in keeping with national exercise and the gym are now
safety and physical distancing open with appropriate adaptations STUDY SPACES
guidelines. Face coverings required in place to reassure users that Study spaces, including PC Labs,
to be worn in the library unless you their gym experience will be a safe will be available with physical
are exempt from wearing one. and enjoyable one. Visit the ASV distancing measures in place. Our
website for more information. PC classrooms, teaching spaces and
study spaces will be redesigned to
allow for safe and effective usage.
Any spaces where it is not possible
to operate within the national
safety guidelines will not be used.
The University of Aberdeen continues to monitor Scottish Government advice regarding the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
The advice is changing rapidly, the most up to date Scottish Government information can be found here and the latest University FAQ’s here. 15Inspiration a l City
All year round,
and in all
circumstances,
there will always be
something in
Aberdeen for you.
16SCOTLAND ABERDEEN CITY AND SHIRE COMPACT AND ACCESSIBLE
We are lucky enough to be located Surrounded by majestic landscapes Due to Aberdeen’s compact size
in one of most beautiful corners and miles of stunning coastlines, you can find most things you
of the UK. Scotland is famous Aberdeen City and Shire offer endless need within walking distance. Our
throughout the world for its opportunities to safely enjoy the Accommodation Village at Hillhead
incredible warmth and unbeatable great outdoors. is a 15 minute walk to King’s College
hospitality. Whether it’s the many Campus, which is only a 30 minute
thousands who choose to live Voted the Safest City in Scotland*, walk to the city centre. Road
here permanently or the more Aberdeen continues to adapt to layouts have also been changed to
than 2.5 million visitors who travel ensure it remains vibrant and exciting, accommodate increased bike use,
to Scotland every year, everyone but in a way that’s safe for you to so you can cycle in safety. Both the
speaks of the genuine friendliness enjoy. The City has retained its Purple city centre and beach areas offer
of the Scottish people. Flag status, a national award for city- free access to Eduroam WIFI services,
centre safety, for seven consecutive connecting the city with the campus.
In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, years. A seamless experience for learning in
the Scottish community and and enjoying the city.
You can explore Aberdeen’s
the Scottish Government have
shops, cafes and venues in a safe
been proactive in protecting its EXPLORE FROM THE COMFORT
environment. The main shopping
communities, coming together to OF HOME
street has been pedestrianised to
support each other and resulting in Restaurant chains and local
allow shoppers space for physical
a relatively low number of Covid-19 independently owned eateries
distancing and all retailers are
cases. have adapted to the Covid-19 crisis
operating within government
to offer takeaway and delivery
guidelines.
Click here to watch a video from services, so you can still enjoy
Scotland’s First Minister, reassuring the wide range of cuisines that
*Source: Unbroken Britain Survey, Provident
students from across the globe Financial 2018 Aberdeen has to offer.
that Scotland is a safe place to
study. Although some of our venues may
not be immediately available, there
are still plenty of opportunities to
explore the city from the comfort
of your own home with virtual
tours of castles, museums including
our own University museums, art
collections and live entertainment
streams.
The University of Aberdeen continues to monitor Scottish Government advice regarding the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
The advice is changing rapidly, the most up to date Scottish Government information can be found here and the latest University FAQ’s here.18
For more information please visit our dedicated
Coronavirus website.
If you would like more information on studying at
the University of Aberdeen, visit abdn.ac.uk/study
or email: study@abdn.ac.uk
@aberdeenuni
@universityofaberdeen
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The information within this document was correct at time of
publication 9th September 2020. The Covid-19 pandemic is fast
moving and circumstances may have changed since. For the most up
to date guidelines please refer to Scottish Government advice.
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