• All USC campuses are currently open and operating as normal.  
• To guide USC's safe and efficient response to the Queensland Government's COVID-19 public health directives, campus operations have been categorised into four levels of restrictions. All campuses are currently at Level 1, Green.
• If you are feeling unwell or have any cold or flu-like symptoms, you must not attend campus, placement or any other USC activity. Follow all advice and directives from Queensland Health and get tested for COVID-19.  

• USC recognises that individuals may choose to continue to wear face masks based on their personal circumstances and supports their decision.
• It is a requirement that all students undertaking a placement within a clinical setting are fit tested annually for an approved respirator. For more information, visit Fit testing for clinical placement.  

• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required to attend USC campuses. 
• Some USC programs include placements in settings that require COVID-19 vaccination. In order to complete placement and be eligible to graduate, students enrolled in these programs must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For more information, visit COVID-19 vaccination information for placement students.  

• In line with Queensland Government requirements, all USC staff who provide face-to-face health services to students are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. 

• If you are feeling unwell or have any cold or flu-like symptoms, you must not attend campus, placement or any other USC activity. Follow all advice and directives from Queensland Health and get tested for COVID-19.  

• If you need advice on study arrangements or wish to apply for an extension on any coursework assessment items, contact your Course Coordinator/s as soon as possible. 
• If you cannot attend placement because you are unwell, please fill out the USC WIL COVID-19 Reporting Form on Sonia Online and notify your placement supervisor ASAP. If you're on placement and need advice, contact the Fit for Placement Office. 
• Rest and take care of your health and wellbeing. If you would like to access support during this time, please consider using USC’s free and confidential Student Wellbeing Counselling services. 

• If you have tested positive to COVID-19, follow all advice and directives from Queensland Health.  

• If you cannot attend placement because you have tested positive, please fill out the USC WIL COVID-19 Reporting Form on Sonia Online and notify your placement supervisor ASAP. If you're on placement and need advice, contact the Fit for Placement Office.
• If you are missing assessment, coursework or face-to-face practical classes, please contact your Course Coordinator/s to let them know of your circumstances so they can support you.  
• Rest and take care of your health and wellbeing. If you would like to access support during this time, please consider using USC’s free and confidential Student Wellbeing Counselling services.

• If you are a close contact, follow all advice and guidance from Queensland Health. If you have or develop COVID-19 symptoms, test for COVID-19 as soon as possible and stay at home until your symptoms resolve.
• If you cannot attend placement because you have symptoms, please fill out the USC WIL COVID-19 Reporting Form on Sonia Online and notify your placement supervisor ASAP. If you're on placement and need advice, contact the Fit for Placement Office.
• If you are missing assessment, coursework or face-to-face practical classes, please contact your Course Coordinator/s to let them know of your circumstances so they can support you.
• Rest and take care of your health and wellbeing. If you would like to access support during this time, please consider using USC’s free and confidential Student Wellbeing Counselling services.

• We understand that for many students this is a challenging and uncertain time. Please know that USC is making every effort to ensure the safety of students and maintain continuity of your learning. 
• We know that being unwell, and/or being away from campus, can have an impact on your studies. Our Student Success Advisers can assist you in managing unexpected circumstances, and are available to speak online.  
• If you are concerned about your academic or personal circumstances, visit Student support during COVID-19.

• The USC Student Charter sets out what students can expect from the University, and what in turn is expected of students. Under the Student Charter, you are expected to respect the safety and wellbeing of others, and to refrain from behaviour that could reasonably be considered unsafe, intimidating, harassing or bullying, or disruptive to other members of the USC community. 
• In the context of COVID-19, this means following all advice and directives from USC and Queensland Health. It also means treating your fellow students and USC staff with professionalism and respect.  
• USC understands that this is a stressful and uncertain time, and that COVID-19 has disrupted many students’ placements, studies and lives. Staff are doing everything they can to support students, but it is important to understand that many factors, such as government directives and/or regulations, are outside the University’s control.  
• Please remember to be kind to yourself and others, and to act with professionalism and respect when liaising with USC staff. If you are feeling overwhelmed, please ensure you take advantage of the support services available to you at USC. 

• Commencing and continuing international students should also refer to USC’s International Student COVID-19 FAQs.

Commencing and continuing international students should also refer to the FAQs below.

Who can HDR students contact with questions about coronavirus?

Do HDR candidates still have access to campus facilities?

Are HDR students required to work from home?

Should HDR students create a research and study contingency plan?

Will HDR student be given automatic extensions to their candidature milestones?

How will impacts to HDR student scholarships be managed?

What leave entitlements to HDR students have?

Is the Graduate Research School still open?

How do I access and download software for my HDR studies off campus?

Can HDR students borrow IT equipment from USC?

What library resources and services can I currently access?

I’m due to deliver my Confirmation of Candidature presentation soon. Do I do this in person or remotely?

I’m due to deliver my Thesis presentation soon. Do I do this in person or remotely?

Has USC considered the impacts of COVID-19 on research activities?

Are HDR students still able to undertake travel related to their research?

Are HDR students still able to undertake face to face research activities?

How do HDR students determine if their research is critical?

Can HDR students still undertake fieldwork and other off campus activities?

What restrictions are in place for research that involves animals?