Covid-19 Information
Update September 14th, 2021: Start of winter semester 21/22
The current Covid-19 situation permits the opening of the FH Kufstein Tirol for face-to-face studies and lectures. Following all necessary safety precautions, the FH Kufstein Tirol is returning to on-site teaching and will add online and e-learning teaching segments where required by the current situation and the curricula.
University Access Rules – Start of Studies WS 21/22:
- Access only with a valid “3G” status (Tested/Vaccinated/Recovered).
- Proof of 3G status will be systematically surveyed for all members of the FH Kufstein Tirol, therefore please keep your proof documents. The reporting of a Covid-infection and contact tracing requirements still apply for all universities.
- Wearing a FFP2-mouth-and-nose protection until you have reached your seat in the lecture hall or workplace is mandatory for the month of October 2021! After that, the current legal regulations are expected to apply and will be communicated accordingly at the university entrances!
- Regular Covid-19 vaccinations will be organized.
Safety Precautions at the FH Kufstein Tirol
- Access only with valid “3G” status with systematic checks
- On-site teaching at the university, supplemented by online/e-learning segments where required by the current Covid situation and the curricula.
- FFP2-Mouth-and-nose protection must be worn until seated in the lecture hall for the first 4 weeks after the start of studies
- Lecture hall seating is set up with the legal required distance as well as plexiglass partition walls
- Regular disinfection of the premises
- Central registration of external guests at the Infopoint
- Cafe.04 & Diner operation with mandatory registration or TakeAway
- University library will be open – a mouth-and-nose protection is mandatory.
The health of all university staff and students is a top priority to ensure that another semester can be completed without restrictions or time delays. All university members will be informed immediately of any adjustments to study and teaching activities.
More Updates
The current Covid-19 situation allows for first opening steps for research, learning and project groups as of Wednesday, May 19th, 2021. The teaching/lecture operation of the FH Kufstein Tirol remains online via distance learning until the end of the semester.
The teaching/lecture operation of the FH Kufstein Tirol will remain online via distance learning until the end of the semester. Nevertheless, first opening steps for research, learning and project groups as well as laboratories are possible under strict hygiene precautions (see details in the internal portal fh.checkin).
A gradual opening of the FH Kufstein Tirol building for small groups will take place from Wednesday, May 19th, 2021. The library/kubi will continue operation with limited opening hours.
The health of all university staff and students is a top priority so that another semester can be completed without restrictions or time delays. All university members will be notified immediately of any adjustments to academic and instructional activities.
After current assessment of the Covid-19 situation and considering different regional travel restrictions, FH Kufstein Tirol will continue operating online until the end of June.
Study and teaching operations at the FH Kufstein Tirol will continue via distance learning until the end of June.
It is still not possible to open the building of the FH Kufstein Tirol. Only the library/kubi can continue operations with limited opening hours.
The health of university staff and students is a top priority, so that another semester can be completed without restrictions or time delays. If the overall situation eases, all members of the university will be informed immediately of any appropriate adjustments in the study and teaching schedule.
As of Wednesday, February 10th, 2021, a new Covid-19 entry regulation for Austria goes into effect. This requires registration and a negative test result (PCR or antigen tests) for university members/commuters upon entry. The FH Kufstein Tirol continues to rely on online operation until the end of April.
Study and teaching operations at the FH Kufstein Tirol will continue via distance learning and mobile working until the end of April.
It is still not possible to open the building of the FH Kufstein Tirol. Only the library/kubi can resume operations with limited opening hours.
The health of university staff and students is a top priority, so that another semester can be completed without restrictions or time delays. If the overall situation eases, all members of the university will be informed immediately of any appropriate adjustments in the study and teaching schedule.
To further contain the Covid-19 pandemic and based on the lockdown extensions in Austria, the FH Kufstein Tirol continues to rely on online operations until the end of April.
The study and teaching operations at the FH Kufstein Tirol will continue via distance learning and mobile working until the end of April. Exceptions are possible in compliance with strict hygiene measures for urgently needed laboratory exercises, important exams and lectures that cannot be held online. The affected students/lecturers will be informed separately.
Please note: from now on, it is required to use FFP2 masks in the university buildings!
A comprehensive opening of the building of the FH Kufstein Tirol is still not possible, which is why the Cafe.04 & Diner and FH library/kubi remain closed. The Infopoint is manned in order to handle necessary operations taking place in the FH building. The measures are valid until the end of April.
The health of university staff and students is a top priority, so that another semester can be completed without restrictions or time delays. If the overall situation eases, all members of the university will be informed immediately of any appropriate adjustments in the study and teaching schedule.
FH Contact for Covid-19 Cases
Corona Hotline: +43 676 6652030
Monday to Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: 8 AM - 2 PM
What should I do in case of Covid-19 symptoms?
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For individuals living in Austria:
If you have Covid-19 symptoms (cough, sore throat, fever…), call the Austrian Health Advice at 1450 (from phones without Austrian registration: +43 1 1450). -
For individuals living in Germany:
If you have Covid-19 symptoms (cough, sore throat, fever…), contact your general doctor or the on-call service at 116117.
If you have been ordered to take a Covid-19 test, please inform us immediately on the above-mentioned FH Corona Hotline.
Preventive Measures
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Testet: Proof of a negative test (SARS-CoV-2)
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Vaccinated: Proof of vaccination
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Recovered
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FFP2-Face mask requirement for the entire building! Wearing a FFP2-mouth-and-nose protection until you have reached your seat in the lecture hall or workplace is mandatory! Bring your own face mask with you.
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Stay at home if you feel ill! Do not come to the university if you have any signs of illness. |
Further Points of Contact
You can find important links and information on the websites of the Ministry of Health and Science and the State of Tyrol.
- Information from the Tyrolean Medical Directorate
- Information from the Ministry of Health
- Explanations of the traffic light system of the federal government (only available in German)
- Psychological support for students and members of universities
- Information from the World Health Organization (WHO)
This page will be updated regularly. Should the situation change, you will find all relevant information here.