What should I do if I test positive for Covid?

If you test positive for Covid, or have Covid symptoms, please try to stay at home for at least 5 days and avoid contact with other people. 

Report:  If you have tested positive for Covid-19, please follow the normal Student Sickness and Absence Reporting procedure to inform your School.

Urgent help: If you have an urgent need that cannot wait until the next working day you should call Security on 0191 208 6817 (available 24/7).

Covid support: If you have a Covid-19 related enquiry, you can contact the Student Services Line on 0191 208 3333. For updated operating hours please see this page.

Last reviewed: 07.10.2022