Rapid antigen tests
The University is helping our community access COVID-19 rapid antigen tests for a range of purposes.
To help detect and reduce transmission of COVID-19 in our community, the University is supporting students and staff with access to discounted rapid antigen tests (RATs) on campus for:
- Regular testing following exposure to someone who has COVID-19
- Clearance testing for people returning to campus as they recover from COVID-19
- Voluntary routine testing by asymptomatic people for additional confidence and assurance
Students and staff may need to undertake asymptomatic testing to participate in activities in higher-risk settings as identified through local risk assessment – local areas will provide RATs if this is required.
Collection points – RATs and P2 masks
There are collection points on every campus.
Please do not come to campus to collect a test if you are unwell. Please ask someone to collect a test from campus on your behalf.
Find your local campus collection point:
Campus | Building number | Building name / location | Operating times* |
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Parkville | Various | Vending machine locations and instructions | Various |
Ballarat | Campus Life Desk | M–F, 8am – 4pm | |
Burnley | Reception | M–F, 8.30am – 5.30pm | |
Creswick | Reception | M–F, 8.15am – 4pm | |
Dookie | 505 | Reception | M–F, 8.30am – 4.30pm |
Hawthorn |
442 Auburn Rd Level 1, main entrance | M–F, 10am – 6pm | |
Shepparton |
Rural Health, 49 Graham St Reception | M–F, 9am – 5pm | |
Southbank | 863 | The Hub Vending machine near ground floor toilets – location and instructions | Building hours |
Wangaratta | Campus Life Desk | ||
Werribee | 418 |
Learning and Teaching Building Vending machine near walkway to Parasitology Building – location and instructions | Building hours |
* In-person collection points will be closed on University holidays and may offer reduced hours during non-teaching periods. |
More information
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How and when should I use a RAT?
- We recommend following this Victorian Government guidance on how and when to use a RAT
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Performing the test
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the specific test kit.
Read taking the test for more information.
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After the test
Positive test result
Please follow our guidance for COVID-19 cases to access the latest health advice and support options.
- Seek medical advice as required.
- If you are having serious symptoms, such as difficulty breathing, call 000.
Negative result
If you receive a negative result but have symptoms, please do not attend any University location until your symptoms resolve and/or you have a diagnosis that is deemed non-infectious by a GP/specialist.
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Test disposal
- If your RAT was negative, throw away all your kit components in your household rubbish bin.
- If your RAT was positive, place all the kit components into a separate bag, seal the bag and throw into the rubbish.