Introduction to IT and Learning Technologies
Get connected to the WiFi network, find computing support and discover more about learning technologies that support your studies.
Get Connected to the WiFi Network
Task 5 in your "Top 6 Tasks" is to set up your University WiFi on your computer or other devices. For all campus-based students, there is reliable and free WiFi available across the University estate, including the halls of residence.
An Introduction to the University online
We'd advise you to have a look through the information below to help you get started with some of the features of the University's computing systems.
- MyEd and Library Services
- Set up your student email
- Accessing information about a course using Learn, the university's virtual learning environment.
- Looking at your personalised timetable
- Submitting an assessment using Turnitin
There is lots of other support available at the University including English language and study skills support:
Computing Courses
The University's Information Services (IS) Team offer many computing courses to improve your IT productivity and skills throughout the year. Further details can be found on the MyEd portal and on the IS website.
Learning Technology Services
A wide range of learning technology services underpin the delivery of the University Learning and Teaching Strategy and support an excellent student experience. These services include:
- Virtual Learning environments
- Lecture Recordings
- Virtual Classroom
- Open Educational Resources
- Learning Design
- Digital Portfolios
- Academic Blogging Service
For details of all of the services and systems used to support your learning, please visit the University’s Learning Technology pages.
Need Help?
If you need IT help/computing support, please contact the EdHelp team. This new enquiry service for students provides on-campus and online support.