Fiji National University (FNU) has launched a new online learning platform, in partnership with Crystal Delta, a timely initiative in light of the global COVID-19 pandemic.

The new online learning initiative is called “FNU Online”. The opportunity for FNU to expand and create “FNU Online” will create pathways for any learner to enjoy life-long learning through FNU regardless of their career pathway, programme or geographical positioning.

It is now clear that learners need flexible and resilient education systems.

FNU Online offers a significant opportunity for the university to effectively offer post-secondary education in a way that minimises the impact on the success of our learners during such widespread global events.

By partnering with Crystal Delta to develop the FNU Online digital learning platform, the university will be able to target and enter new markets, bring all university content online to improve accessibility and ensure continuity of learning.

Acting Vice-Chancellor James Pounder said: “I see this as a milestone initiative for FNU.

With Crystal Delta as our partner, we will be able to offer full programmes and individual courses for working professionals who will not need to leave their place of work to enhance their qualifications.”

Work from home

Meanwhile, FNU has advised all staff members outside the greater Lautoka area to work from home from today.

Mr Pounder said: “The decision has been made to ensure that we maintain minimal movement within the campuses and enables our staff to keep their travels for essential purposes only.

“The university will ensure that staff are available to look after any student who remains at our residential halls.

“The college deans and section heads may make a final decision on essential staff who are required to be on-site to ensure that security and student welfare is not compromised.

“Staff are requested to contact their supervisors for guidance on whether they are needed at work.

“The library and three campuses in Lautoka remain closed to all staff and students. “Essential staff remain on campus to look after residential students.”

Fiji National University (FNU) has launched a new online learning platform, in partnership with Crystal Delta, a timely initiative in light of the global COVID-19 pandemic.

The new online learning initiative is called “FNU Online”.

The opportunity for FNU to expand and create “FNU Online” will create pathways for any learner to enjoy life-long learning through FNU regardless of their career pathway, programme or geographical positioning.

It is now clear that learners need flexible and resilient education systems.

FNU Online offers a significant opportunity for the university to effectively offer post-secondary education in a way that minimises the impact on the success of our learners during such widespread global events.

By partnering with Crystal Delta to develop the FNU Online digital learning platform, the university will be able to target and enter new markets, bring all university content online to improve accessibility and ensure continuity of learning.

Acting Vice-Chancellor James Pounder said: “I see this as a milestone initiative for FNU.

With Crystal Delta as our partner, we will be able to offer full programmes and individual courses for working professionals who will not need to leave their place of work to enhance their qualifications.”

Work from home

Meanwhile, FNU has advised all staff members outside the greater Lautoka area to work from home from today.

Mr Pounder said: “The decision has been made to ensure that we maintain minimal movement within the campuses and enables our staff to keep their travels for essential purposes only.

“The university will ensure that staff are available to look after any student who remains at our residential halls.

“The college deans and section heads may make a final decision on essential staff who are required to be on-site to ensure that security and student welfare is not compromised.

“Staff are requested to contact their supervisors for guidance on whether they are needed at work.

“The library and three campuses in Lautoka remain closed to all staff and students. “Essential staff remain on campus to look after residential students.”