Both universities have Covid secure arrangements to ensure in-person teaching can take place safely. These measures have been in place since the start of the academic year in order to help contain the virus, and prevent further transmission. Both universities are also planning to offer twice-weekly rapid Covid-19 tests at their on-site test centres for students due to return from next month. From March 8, Oxford Brookes will continue with it current blended learning approach for specific returning students, with some practical sessions and limited classroom teaching alongside online teaching. All formal exams scheduled for later in the semester will take place online.