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Staff and students can access a wide range of services at UWA including networks and applications.

Student internet and network access

There are several ways students at UWA can get access to online systems and resources.

Connecting at UWA:

  • Unifi: Wireless access is available on campus from many locations.
  • Libraries: The Reid Library provides computers and IT services for use by students. Most library buildings at UWA also have facilities to allow students to connect their own laptops or mobile computing devices to the network.
  • Laboratories: There are no centrally managed general purpose student computer labs at UWA. Laboratory facilities are provided to you by the faculty, school or section of the University. Ask your lecturers for details on what facilities are available, or contact IT support staff.

Connecting away from UWA:

Many UWA resources are available through any internet connection. However, for some it is necessary to restrict access to UWA students only. There are several ways that you can access these systems when not at UWA:

  • UniConnect VPN: The UniConnect service links your computer into the UWA campus network, making a different type of connection to the UWA network and may be required to access restricted UWA systems.
  • eduroam: eduroam allows UWA students to use their UWA Pheme credentials to access the internet and connect to resources at UWA when visiting participating institutions worldwide.

Staff internet and network access

The University provides staff and their guests with a number of means to access the internet using either their own or the University's computers.

Connecting at UWA:

Access is provided via Unifi, offices in your building, UWA lecture theatres and Library buildings. Navigate to the Staff Intranet for further information.

Connecting away from UWA:

Many UWA resources are available through any internet connection. However, for some it is necessary to restrict access to UWA students only. There are several ways that you can access these systems when not at UWA:

  • UniConnect VPN: The UniConnect service links your computer into the UWA campus network, making a different type of connection to the UWA network and may be required to access restricted UWA systems.
  • eduroam: eduroam allows UWA staff to use their UWA Pheme credentials to access the internet and connect to resources at UWA when visiting participating institutions worldwide.

Support

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