New Students

Set up your University WiFi

Connect your devices to the University's WiFi network.

eduroam

eduroam is the wireless network available across University campuses and some University-managed accommodation sites.

The quickest way to connect to eduroam WiFi is by launching the eduroam Connection App on your device. You can even set it up before you arrive at the University.

eduroam Connection App

Watch our short video

This short video explains how to easily connect to eduroam before you arrive on campus. It provides information on how to use the eduroam Connection App, and how you would use ResNet. 

Video: How-To: connect to eduroam
This how-to video explains how to easily connect to the University’s secure network eduroam before you arrive on campus. It provides information on how to use the eduroam Connection App, and how you would use ResNet - our alternative network in Halls of Residence.

Need any help?

Further support with activating your University WiFi account, connecting your devices and troubleshooting

ResNET

Internet access in University-managed accommodation is provided via a combination of eduroam WiFi and ResNET, the University's own service providing WiFi and wired access for devices that cannot connect to eduroam.

Find out more about ResNET and how to connect your devices

IT Requirements and support for new students

It is important that you are aware of technology requirements and how we can help. 

You do not need to purchase any Microsoft Office software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc.) before you start your studies. You can download the latest version of Microsoft Office for free as a student.

New students IT requirements and support