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Student remote working guide

What devices can I use?

Personal devices that are capable of connecting to University services:

  • Windows PCs and laptops
  • iMacs and MacBooks
  • iPads and iPhones
  • Android tablets and phones

Other devices may offer limited functionality.

You might want to consider connecting your device to a TV or monitor. 

What does a device need to have on it?

Software:

The key piece of software you need is a web browser as a lot of services are accessed via the internet.

Operating Systems:

  • Windows PC or laptop - needs Windows 7 or later.

  • Apple iMac  or MacBook - should have the latest Mac OS operating system that your device will support.

  • iPad or iPhone - should have the latest IOS operating system that your device will support.
  • Android tablet or phone - needs the latest version of Android that it will support.

Please check your device for any updates that need installing. Devices not listed may not support remote working.

Free Software: 

As a student you have access to free and discounted software.

Microsoft Office

If there is one main thing to emphasise to make your life simple it is that you can access and use Word, Excel and all the other Microsoft apps with a single log in to the Office 365 portal. 

To access it go to Office365 and logon.