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New Student: Academic Integrity & Referencing

Guidance on avoiding academic misconduct

Academic Support: Neurodivergence

Support at the University of Aberdeen

Classroom PCs

PC locations, etiquette, software & how to find free PCs

IT Account: MFA

Set up Multi Factor Authentication

IT Induction for New Students

All the IT essentials you need to get started

IT Service Desk

Get help from IT experts using our Chat service

IT Services

Overview of computing facilities

Library

Find out about libraries available at UoA and how to use them

Microsoft 365: Apps & Services

Including Office apps and free install guidance

MS OneDrive

Cloud based file storage from Microsoft

MS Outlook

University email service Outlook, part of Office 365

My Identity for Students (UG & PGT)

Understand your various credentials

MyAberdeen: Students

Learn about the University's virtual learning environment

MyCurriculum

Our online course selection system

MyTimetable

Sign up to tutorials, labs & practicals for your personal timetable

Online Registration

Find out how to register for a new academic year

Spectrum.Life

Student Helpline & Wellbeing App

Wireless Connection

Connect your devices to University networks
IT Services: Acrobat

Getting started with Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Sign

Sign documents and forms digitally

Data Storage

University data storage services and locations

Data Storage for Researchers Staff and Students access only

Storage options and information for PGRs

Global AutoCorrect

Automated, intelligent spell-checker

Grampian Data Safe Haven

An introduction to the Safe Haven facility

H Drive

Reliable, secure, personal filespace on the University network

High Performance Computing

Services for solving complex computational problems

Information Security

Find out how to keep your digital world safe

IT Account: MFA

Set up Multi Factor Authentication

IT Account: Password Reset

Manage your University password

IT Service Desk

Get help from IT experts using our Chat service

IT Services

Overview of computing facilities

IT Services for Researchers

Tools & facilities specifically for researchers

MATLAB

A programming language that expresses matrix & array mathematics directly

Microsoft 365: Apps & Services

Including Office apps and free install guidance

MindGenius

Mindmapping & project management tool

MS OneDrive

Cloud based file storage from Microsoft

MS Outlook

University email service Outlook, part of Office 365

MS SharePoint

Guidance for using Microsoft SharePoint

MS Teams

Information on using Microsoft Teams

My Identity for Staff & PGR

Understand your various credentials

My Identity for Students (UG & PGT)

Understand your various credentials

NVivo

Organise and analyse non-numerical or unstructured data

Panopto

Record a lecture for your students, using Panopto

Printing

Use printers on the campus network, even from your own device

Remote Access

Off campus access to drives and software (VDI, VPN)

SNAP

Use SNAP to collect and manage online survey data

Software Download Service

Install specialist University software

Solidworks

Computer aided design tool used by engineers

SPSS

A software package used for interactive, or batched statistical analysis.

Windows 11

Introduction to Windows 11 Operating System

Wireless Connection

Connect your devices to University networks

ZendTo

Share large files with internal or external collaborators
Assistive Technology: Accessibility for Authors/Creators

Guidance about making your content accessible

Accessibility for Users

Make content more accessible on your devices at home

Assistive Technology Service

Supporting individuals through use of technology

Claro

Software to support reading, writing and study

Disability Service

Advice, information and practical support for all students

Global AutoCorrect

Automated, intelligent spell-checker

Grammarly

Compose mistake-free writing with an AI-powered writing assistant

IT Skills

An introduction to basic IT skills for beginners

Livescribe

Sync audio & written notes using a Smartpen for better study materials

MindGenius

Mindmapping & project management tool

myNoise

Block distractions with custom soundscapes

OpenDyslexic

A unique free font to improve readability

Phone Scanning

Use your device to scan

Pomodoro Technique

Improve your productivity with healthy time management

Workflowy

A simple but powerful outlining tool for organising
Health and Wellbeing: Aberdeen Sports Village

World class facilities with opportunities for everyone

Assistive Technology Service

Supporting individuals through use of technology

BeWell

Activities to support your wellbeing

Counselling

Find out more about the University's Counselling Service

Dark Reader

Eye-care extension for your browser

Digital Wellbeing

Improve your relationship with technology

Disability Service

Advice, information and practical support for all students

Focus Apps

Focus and motivation apps

Headspace

Mindfulness and meditation for stress, anxiety & focus

Health Coaching

Achieve the positive lifestyle changes that matter to you

Information Security

Find out how to keep your digital world safe

Multi-Faith Chaplaincy

Introduction to the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy Centre

myNoise

Block distractions with custom soundscapes

Pomodoro Technique

Improve your productivity with healthy time management

SafeZone

Free safety app to use on campus

Spectrum.Life

Student Helpline & Wellbeing App

Time Management

Make plans, prioritise and keep track of projects

WYSA

Stress, sleep & mindfulness therapy chatbot
Undergraduate: Academic Integrity & Referencing

Guidance on avoiding academic misconduct

Academic Skills: Academic Writing

University support to improve your writing

Academic Skills: Approaches to Study

University support to improve study skills

Academic Skills: Feedback

Understand and use marker feedback effectively

Academic Skills: Maths & Stats

Maths and Stats Support from SLS

Academic Skills: Student Learning Service

Develop your academic skills

Academic Support: Neurodivergence

Support at the University of Aberdeen

Be The Spark

Business incubator at UoA

Careers & Employability

Access MyCareerHub & support for career planning

CrashCourse Study Skills

Study tips, note taking, getting organised and more!

GenAI

Introduction to Generative AI & University guidance

Information Security

Find out how to keep your digital world safe

IT Account: Password Reset

Manage your University password

IT Service Desk

Get help from IT experts using our Chat service

MS Planner

Kanban-style visual planning tool

My Identity for Students (UG & PGT)

Understand your various credentials

MyAberdeen & Turnitin Assignments for Students

Introduction and guidance

MyAberdeen: Students

Learn about the University's virtual learning environment

MySkills

Enhance your transferable & professional skills

MyTimetable

Sign up to tutorials, labs & practicals for your personal timetable

Note-taking

Strategies, advice & apps for taking better notes

Online Registration

Find out how to register for a new academic year

SafeZone

Free safety app to use on campus

Time Management

Make plans, prioritise and keep track of projects
Final Year: Academic Skills: Academic Writing

University support to improve your writing

Academic Skills: Student Learning Service

Develop your academic skills

Be The Spark

Business incubator at UoA

Graduation

Find out about preparing for your graduation

Graduation: Degree Classification

How your degree is classified

IT Service Desk

Get help from IT experts using our Chat service

MS Word: Long Documents

Learn how to use long documents in Word

MySkills

Enhance your transferable & professional skills

Time Management

Make plans, prioritise and keep track of projects
International: Academic Skills: Academic Writing

University support to improve your writing

Academic Skills: Approaches to Study

University support to improve study skills

Academic Skills: Feedback

Understand and use marker feedback effectively

Academic Skills: Maths & Stats

Maths and Stats Support from SLS

Academic Skills: Student Learning Service

Develop your academic skills

Assistive Technology Service

Supporting individuals through use of technology

Classroom PCs

PC locations, etiquette, software & how to find free PCs

Information Security

Find out how to keep your digital world safe

International Study Skills

Academic skills for international students

International: Incoming Students

For international students studying at UoA

International: Outgoing Students

For UoA students travelling abroad for study

IT Account: MFA

Set up Multi Factor Authentication

IT Service Desk

Get help from IT experts using our Chat service

IT Skills

An introduction to basic IT skills for beginners

Library

Find out about libraries available at UoA and how to use them

My Identity for Students (UG & PGT)

Understand your various credentials

Wireless Connection

Connect your devices to University networks
Postgraduate Taught: Academic Integrity & Referencing

Guidance on avoiding academic misconduct

Academic Skills: Academic Writing

University support to improve your writing

Academic Skills: Feedback

Understand and use marker feedback effectively

Academic Skills: Student Learning Service

Develop your academic skills

Academic Support: Neurodivergence

Support at the University of Aberdeen

GenAI

Introduction to Generative AI & University guidance

Glow Staff and Students access only

School of Education: How to use Glow account (University login required)

Information Security

Find out how to keep your digital world safe

IT Account: MFA

Set up Multi Factor Authentication

IT Account: Password Reset

Manage your University password

IT Service Desk

Get help from IT experts using our Chat service

Library: Finding Resources

How to search for library resources

Microsoft 365: Apps & Services

Including Office apps and free install guidance

MS Planner

Kanban-style visual planning tool

My Identity for Students (UG & PGT)

Understand your various credentials

MyAberdeen: Students

Learn about the University's virtual learning environment

Remote Access

Off campus access to drives and software (VDI, VPN)

Time Management

Make plans, prioritise and keep track of projects
Postgraduate Research: Academic Integrity & Referencing

Guidance on avoiding academic misconduct

Academic Skills: Student Learning Service

Develop your academic skills

Academic Support: Neurodivergence

Support at the University of Aberdeen

Be The Spark

Business incubator at UoA

Calendaring for Staff & PGR

How do I use my Outlook calendar?

Data Management Plan

Learn how to write a DMP

Data Storage for Researchers Staff and Students access only

Storage options and information for PGRs

Decolonising the Curriculum

Practical advice and guidance

DORA

What is the Declaration on Research Assesment?

GenAI

Introduction to Generative AI & University guidance

Google Analytics Academy

Learn analytics with free online courses

Grampian Data Safe Haven

An introduction to the Safe Haven facility

High Performance Computing

Services for solving complex computational problems

Information Governance

University guidance for handling information about people

Information Security

Find out how to keep your digital world safe

IT Account: MFA

Set up Multi Factor Authentication

IT Account: Password Reset

Manage your University password

IT Service Desk

Get help from IT experts using our Chat service

IT Services for Researchers

Tools & facilities specifically for researchers

Library: Finding Resources

How to search for library resources

Microsoft 365: Apps & Services

Including Office apps and free install guidance

MS Planner

Kanban-style visual planning tool

MS Teams

Information on using Microsoft Teams

My Identity for Staff & PGR

Understand your various credentials

NVivo

Organise and analyse non-numerical or unstructured data

Podcasting

A guide to podcasting

Pure

Learn more about the University of Aberdeen's research information system

Remote Access

Off campus access to drives and software (VDI, VPN)

SafePod

Standardised safe setting for secure data access

SNAP

Use SNAP to collect and manage online survey data

SPSS

A software package used for interactive, or batched statistical analysis.

Video: Produce a 'talking head'

Guidance about planning, filming & editing
Staff: Accessibility for Authors/Creators

Guidance about making your content accessible

Acrobat

Getting started with Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Sign

Sign documents and forms digitally

Audio: Record & Edit with Audacity

How to produce audio for free using Audacity

Calendaring for Staff & PGR

How do I use my Outlook calendar?

Copyright & Creative Commons

Understanding rights & regulations

Data Storage

University data storage services and locations

Decision Time

All-in-one board, meeting and risk management

Decolonising the Curriculum

Practical advice and guidance

Digitally Enhanced Teaching Spaces

Guidance for using DETS teaching rooms

EventsAIR Staff access only

All-in-one event management solution for staff

GenAI

Introduction to Generative AI & University guidance

Glow Staff and Students access only

School of Education: How to use Glow account (University login required)

Google Analytics Academy

Learn analytics with free online courses

Information Governance

University guidance for handling information about people

Information Security

Find out how to keep your digital world safe

IT Account: MFA

Set up Multi Factor Authentication

IT Service Desk

Get help from IT experts using our Chat service

IT Services

Overview of computing facilities

IT Services for Researchers

Tools & facilities specifically for researchers

Microsoft 365: Apps & Services

Including Office apps and free install guidance

MS Copilot

The University's official Gen AI Assistant

MS Planner

Kanban-style visual planning tool

MS SharePoint

Guidance for using Microsoft SharePoint

MS Teams

Information on using Microsoft Teams

My Identity for Staff & PGR

Understand your various credentials

MyAberdeen & Turnitin Assignments for Staff

Guidance and support for staff

MyAberdeen & Turnitin Assignments for Students

Introduction and guidance

MyAberdeen Admin Staff access only

Staff resource detailing C7 processes and grade management

MyAberdeen: Staff

Learn about the University's virtual learning environment.

Panopto

Record a lecture for your students, using Panopto

Podcasting

A guide to podcasting

Pure

Learn more about the University of Aberdeen's research information system

Remote Access

Off campus access to drives and software (VDI, VPN)

SafeZone

Free safety app to use on campus

SNAP

Use SNAP to collect and manage online survey data

Vevox Polling Software

Make your session interactive with polls

Video: Create animation with Canva

Create 2D animated videos

Video: Produce a 'talking head'

Guidance about planning, filming & editing

Wireless Connection

Connect your devices to University networks

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