Prepare for study
As you start preparing for studying, there are practical digital tools that will need to become familiar with to be able to access your learning.
These tools and resources can be accessed to support your academic transitions throughout your time at University.
Learn
Blackboard Learn is our biggest Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), hosting more than 5,000 courses every year. It is used to support in-person teaching as well as online learning and something you will need to use on a very regular basis throughout your time as a student.
It provides access to:
- your assignments
- your course materials
- your lecture recordings
- your grades and feedback
There is a suite of online guides to help you get started with Learn.
Download the Blackboard app
Office 365
The University of Edinburgh uses Office 365 as its default suite of cloud-based apps that is used by the majority of the University community (staff and students) Once you have registered to use Outlook (email and calendar) with your UUN, you will have access to lots of apps that will help you complete coursework, connect with others and work efficiently online.
Set up Office 365 email and calendar
Resources to help you get familiar with your practical digital tools to start accessing your learning
The University of Edinburgh has several policies in place that set out expectations for students when engaging both online and offline. It’s important to take into consideration these policies and strategies in all your online interactions.
Expectations for Students Relating to Digital Safety
Find out about the technology you might need to make the most of teaching, and how we can help you access it.
Resources to help you prepare
