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Computer and internet access

VU offers a rich collection of online resources for staff and students. You can access material from the VU Library, connect to student email, view e-learning course content and more.

MyVUPortal allows you access most of this information. MyVUPortal is an individualised web system where you can view results, apply to graduate, update personal details, access WebCT, synchronise passwords and more.

Computer labs

Open Access computer labs are available to all VU staff and students. Some faculties also open labs between classes. Some machines offer internet access for educational purposes.

Computer labs, printers and photocopiers are often very busy when assignments are due. Make sure you organise your workload so that your deadlines are achievable.

Locations

Computer labs are available in all campus libraries. Additional facilities are listed below:

Campus Additional computer facilities
City Flinders

Learning commons (Flinders Street)
Basement Rooms 12 and 14 (Flinders Lane)

Footscray Nicholson Beanland Building Room N.123
St Albans

Building 10.2

Sunbury

Room 15.110  

Werribee Building A Room 17

Open times may vary, so contact your campus library for details.

Use of VU computer facilities is governed by the "Appropriate use of Information Technology Facilities." We recommend you read the policy. Signs in the computer labs also offer useful information, including rules specific to that laboratory and copyright issues.

Wireless networks

If you are at another university, you can access the Eduroam wireless network. Simply logon with your VU username and password.

For a setup guide, contact the ITS Service Desk,  or visit the Eduroam website to find participating institutions

Student email

Your student email is the fastest and safest way to communicate with VU staff and students.

Check your account regularly for course updates , key student administration matters and individual emails from your lecturers and fellow students.

Student IT user guide

The Student IT User Guide helps you access IT and library resources at the University.

The guide contains information about:

  • Logins
  • Internet quota
  • MYVU Portal/ASKVU
  • Blackboard/WebCT
  • Library online resources
  • Virus scanning
  • PC security and privacy
  • Policies
  • Learning support services

Protect yourself online

The Australian Government has released a website with information and tips on how you can protect yourself online

The Australian Federal Police and the Australian Bankers Association have urged students to delete suspicious e-mails and ignore online contact through fraudulent employment advertisements.

Contact us

ASKVU Find answers and ask questions
Phone  +61 3 9919 2777
Email  servicedesk@vu.edu.au

 

Page last updated: Monday 19 October 2009