Blackboard App

The Blackboard App allows fast, convenient access to the LMS from your smartphone or tablet. The app is free to download and use for all University staff and students. You will be able to access most of your subject materials with the Blackboard App, and some features are available using a web browser.

Downloads:

• App Store (iOS)
• Google Play (Android)
• Microsoft Store (Windows)

My.Unimelb Mobile App

The my.unimelb mobile app allows you to view your class and exam timetables, notices, library borrowing, fines, results, system announcements and events. You can also use the app to interact with University campus maps, to search for key locations on campus and get directions.

More information on the app's features are available in this FAQ.

Downloads:

• App Store (iOS)
• Google Play (Android)

UniSafe App

The University's Safer Community Program launched its Unisafe app in an effort to educate staff, students and visitors to the University on ways they can enhance their personal safety and contribute to building a safe and secure environment. The app also includes tips on enhancing personal safety on campus, public transport, in cars, at home and 'out and about'.

You can find more information about the University's Safer Community Program here.

Downloads:

• App Store (iOS)
• Google Play (Android)

EbscoHost (Discovery Search) App

EBSCOhost databases and discovery technologies are the most-used, premium online information resources for tens of thousands of institutions worldwide. This free app ensures that users get the most from searching premium EBSCOhost database content, provided courtesy of your library.

Downloads:

• App Store (iOS)
• Google Play (Android)

Lost on Campus App

Can’t find room 126 at the Old Arts Building or the nearest coffee shop for your caffeine fix? The Lost on Campus app can assist you in finding your way around any campus at the University!

Downloads:

• App Store (iOS)
• Google Play (Android)

Snap Send Solve App

You can use the Snap Send Solve mobile app to report cleaning, maintenance or IT equipment issues on any University of Melbourne campus. The app allows you to take a photo of a problem area on campus with your mobile phone and send it directly to our campus support teams to be resolved.

Downloads:

• App Store (iOS)
• Google Play (Android)

Skillsoft Learning App

Access Pick IT Up Online courses on the go.

Downloads:

• App Store (iOS)
• Google Play (Android)

Echo360 App

Access your lecture content through Echo360's streamlined interface.

Downloads:

• App Store (iOS)
• Google Play (Android)

Canvas Student App

Access your Canvas courses on the go and in the classroom with the Canvas Student mobile app.

Downloads:

• App Store (iOS)
• Google Play (Android)

Installing ArcGIS

ArcGIS student licences can be obtained in-person from the ERC or Architecture library service desks after showing your student card.

Each licence pack contains a physical disc copy of ArcGIS, as well as a licence code with instructions on downloading a soft copy.

These licences can be in high demand at the start of each semester and sometimes run out. Students are recommended to visit early to avoid disappointment.

Installing Mathematica & Wolfram Alpha Pro

Students can access Mathematica and Wolfram|Alpha Pro through a university-provided licence.

Create a Wolfram ID

This step must be completed before Mathematica or Wolfram|Alpha Pro can be used.

1. Visit the Create a Wolfram ID form on the Wolfram website
2. Enter your student email address in the 'Email' form and complete your registration
3. Wait for a verification email to arrive, and click the link in that email to verify your account

Access Mathematica

1. Click the button below and fill out the form to request a Mathematica activation key
2. Wait for a confirmation email to arrive
3. Follow the instructions in the email to access Mathematica online

Request activation key

Access Wolfram|Alpha Pro

1. Click the button below and fill out the form to request Wolfram|Alpha Pro access
2. Wait for a confirmation email to arrive
3. Follow the instructions in the email to obtain Wolfram|Alpha Pro

Request access

Installing MATLAB

Staff and students can install MATLAB on their personal computer by following these steps.

1. Create a MathWorks account

• At the MathWorks website, select the "Log In" link in the top right hand corner
• Select "Create Account"
• Enter your personal details, noting that you'll need to use your university email address in order to obtain Matlab for free
• When asked how you will use MathWorks software, select "Academic use"

2. Create a license

• While logged into your account, go to the License Centre
• Select the "Associate to License" link in the top right hand corner
• When prompted, enter one of the following activation keys and click "Associate License"
  • 24759-36418-71647-13382-89362 (for university staff)
  • 18098-22076-81253-90866-03229 (for university students)

3. Download Matlab

• While still in the License Centre, select the "Download Products" link and follow the instructions on each dialog box in the download procedure
• Start the MathWorks installer
  • Windows: Double-click the setup.exe file
  • Macintosh: Double-click the InstallForMacOSX file
  • Linux/Unix: Run the install script
• Choose "Log in with a MathWorks Account" and follow the prompts

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Accessing Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Azure is a service used by the University of Melbourne to distribute software to students. Students will need to sign in with their University email and agree to the subscription terms to access a range of software including:

Azure for Education

• Windows 10
• Windows 8.1
• Windows Server 2016
• Project 2019
• Visio 2019
• Access 2019
• and more

For further assistance, you can follow our instructions.

Using Microsoft 365

All students have access to Microsoft Office 365, which includes both online and downloadable versions of:

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• and more

Sign in to the Office 365 Portal with your student email address and password, and click 'Install Office'. For further assistance, you can follow our instructions.

Installing NVivo

Students can install NVivo 11, NVivo 12, NVivo Plus 11 or NVivo Plus 12 on personal Windows or Mac devices.

1. Download and install the NVivo trial version from the QSR website
2. Login here using your university credentials to obtain a license key
3. Open the NVivo software and follow the prompts to activate your licence

NVivo licences are for university students and staff only, and must be renewed in January each year.

Installing SAS

A fully licensed installation of SAS can be completed at the ERC Library help desk with the assistance of Student IT. A license agreement must be submitted to IT Infrastructure Services in order to use the university's site license, which is completed on the desk. The license agreement can be downloaded, printed and prefilled below prior to visiting Student IT.

• SAS Master License Agreement

Please note that SAS is a very large program and may take several hours for installation.