University delays semester start due to coronavirus

The University of Nottingham’s Ningbo campus in China has delayed the start of its new semester due to the coronavirus outbreak.

The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) has postponed the start date of the new semester to 24 February for all students. For staff, the returning date is delayed until 10 February.

All students (except those who are currently living on campus) are not allowed to come back to the campus in advance. Students’ halls of residence will not be opened before 9am on 22 February.

In a statement, the University said: “[We] strongly advise those who travel during the period to avoid crowded places such as hospitals, railway stations and airports.”