COVID-19 FAQ for exchange students
The symptoms of coronavirus are similar to the symptoms of flu: a high temperature, a cough, feeling short of breath and other respiratory disorders, muscle pain and fatigue. More complicated cases of coronavirus may lead to pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney insufficiency or death.
Preventive measures
It is important to remember, that washing hands is the most important preventive measure against contracting virus. Hands should be washed frequently and thoroughly with water and soap for at least 20 seconds. In case there is no water and soap, use alcohol-based hand sanitiser containing at least 60% of alcohol. Also avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
FOR CURRENT EXCHANGE STUDENTS (2020-2021 SPRING)
Preventive measures
FOR CURRENT EXCHANGE STUDENTS (2020-2021 SPRING)
How are studies organised in VILNIUS TECH?
From 2 September to 27 October, studies at VILNIUS TECH were organised in a mixed way, i.e. by combining and interchanging classes arranged remotely with classes in classrooms. A detailed description is available here.
As of 10 November 2020, as a response to the coronavirus pandemic, every study activity, including practical exercises, laboratory works and final assessments is carried out in the remote mode.
Study procedures are subject to change in response to the pandemic.
A detailed information about study procedures and regulations is available in VILNIUS TECH website.
Can I travel abroad this semester?
Following the recommendations of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Lithuania, exchange students are strongly advised to suspend or postpone their trips, until further notice.
What are the current travel restrictions in Lithuania?
The entry of foreigners into the Republic of Lithuania remains restricted, except for:
- citizens of and persons lawfully residing in the countries of the European Economic Area, the Swiss Confederation, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Principality of Andorra, the Principality of Monaco, the Republic of San Marino and the Holy See (Vatican City State); a negative test result upon arrival and self-isolation of 10 days is required upon arrival from abroad (additional requirements for arrivals from the United Kingdom and countries with coronavirus mutations);
- foreigners who hold a document confirming their right to reside in the Republic of Lithuania;
- holders of a National (D) visa.
What are the current COVID-19 restrictions in Vilnius?
Given the epidemiological situation in the country, a nationwide qurantine has been introduced in Lithuania for the period from 7 November 2020, 00:00, until 30 April 2021, 24.00.
For detailed information about quarantine restrictions in Vilnius, please visit the website koronastop.lrv.lt
What to do if I suspect I have COVID-19?
If at least one of the symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing) occur, you should call the Coronavirus Hotline: 1808 (ph. +370 (37) 367 963 if calling from foreign phone number), report the circumstances of the illness, and follow medical advice.
What to do if I had contact with a person tested positive for COVID-19?
Every student who was tested COVID-19 positive or had contact with an infected person must inform the university immediately via email crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOmluZm9ybWFjaWphQHZndHUubHQiPmluZm9ybWFjaWphQHZpbG5pdXN0ZWNoLmx0PC9hPg==:xx.
If National Public Health Centre (NPHC) or University informs you about being exposed to COVID-19, you have to self-isolate for 14 days from the last day of exposure. Please follow the self-isolation guidelines. It is not required to perform a COVID-19 test, unless you want to reduce your self-isolation period to 10 days.
If you have been exposed to COVID-19 and had at least one of the following symptoms during the isolation period, call the Coronavirus Hotline immediately at 1808 (ph. +370 (37) 367 963 if calling from foreign phone number). Provide the circumstances of the illness (it must be stated that you have been in contact with a person diagnosed with COVID-19) and follow the doctor's recommendations.
If there are no symptoms within 14 days from the last day of contact, you are no longer considered to be at risk and may return to normal life.
What to do if I was tested positive for COVID-19?
Please immediately inform International Relations Office (by e-mail crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOmV4Y2hhbmdlQHZpbG5pdXN0ZWNoLmx0Ij5leGNoYW5nZUB2aWxuaXVzdGVjaC5sdDwvYT4=:xx or by phone +370 52 51 2455), and we will get back to you with further instructions. General guidelines are available here.
Whom can I contact for more information?
For general information, please contact International Relations Office by e-mail crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOmV4Y2hhbmdlQHZndHUubHQiPmV4Y2hhbmdlQHZpbG5pdXN0ZWNoLmx0PC9hPg==:xx or by phone +370 52 51 2455),
For more details about study organisation, please contact your faculty coordinators.
Any technical questions on the organization of lectures shall be addressed to University E-study group by e-mail crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOmVzZ0B2Z3R1Lmx0Ij5lc2dAdmlsbml1c3RlY2gubHQ8L2E+:xx
VILNIUS TECH is offering free online psychological counseling for the students (video call or email). If you feel overwhelmed, stressed, or just want to talk about solutions to your problems, contact us crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOmdhYmlqYS5jZWxlZGluYWl0ZUB2Z3R1Lmx0Ij5nYWJpamEuY2VsZWRpbmFpdGVAdmlsbml1c3RlY2gubHQ8L2E+:xx or crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOmdpbnRlLmd1ZHpldmljaXV0ZUB2Z3R1Lmx0Ij5naW50ZS5ndWR6ZXZpY2l1dGVAdmlsbml1c3RlY2gubHQ8L2E+:xx
For more details about study organisation, please contact your faculty coordinators.
Any technical questions on the organization of lectures shall be addressed to University E-study group by e-mail crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOmVzZ0B2Z3R1Lmx0Ij5lc2dAdmlsbml1c3RlY2gubHQ8L2E+:xx
VILNIUS TECH is offering free online psychological counseling for the students (video call or email). If you feel overwhelmed, stressed, or just want to talk about solutions to your problems, contact us crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOmdhYmlqYS5jZWxlZGluYWl0ZUB2Z3R1Lmx0Ij5nYWJpamEuY2VsZWRpbmFpdGVAdmlsbml1c3RlY2gubHQ8L2E+:xx or crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOmdpbnRlLmd1ZHpldmljaXV0ZUB2Z3R1Lmx0Ij5naW50ZS5ndWR6ZXZpY2l1dGVAdmlsbml1c3RlY2gubHQ8L2E+:xx
FOR INCOMING EXCHANGE STUDENTS (2021-2022)
How studies will be organised during the 2021-2022 a. y.?
At the moment, no decisions are made yet for the upcoming academic year.
In accordance with the current pandemic situation, it is likely that studies will be organized in a mixed way, i. e. by combining and interchanging classes arranged remotely with classes in classrooms.
In accordance with the current pandemic situation, it is likely that studies will be organized in a mixed way, i. e. by combining and interchanging classes arranged remotely with classes in classrooms.
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