1. Student IT induction

2. What we’ll cover Logging in to online services Password Self-service
MyDMU
Student
Blackboard (Virtual Learning Environment)
Library resources & printing
Campus Wifi
IT training
Where to find support and who to contact for help with IT

3. University website dmu.ac.uk 1 > 2 >
To access your personal information portal – myDMU – from the DMU Website
1 >
2 >
The university website ( contains all the information you need during your time with us.
To access your personal information portal – called myDMU - from the DMU webpage.
Select the More button
Select the DMU Students button

4. University website dmu.ac.uk 3 > 4 >
To access your personal information portal – myDMU – from the DMU Website
3 >
4 >
3. Select the MyDMU button
4. Select the Student option

5. First time login to MyDMU
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5. Click the Accept button

6. MyDMU 6 > 6. Login with your student username and password
Your username and password will have been communicated to you as part of your induction. If you do not know what your login details are; contact the ITMS Service Desk or Ext: 6050

7. MyDMU http://my.dmu.ac.uk
myDMU contains personalised data e.g. your timetable, personal details , your course details, access to your s, Blackboard, social media and much more.

8. Password Services
It is recommended that you change your password to something that is more secure via the Change Password tile on MyDMU
Alternatively you can type password.dmu.ac.uk in your web browser to access the Password Self Service
Here you can change your password to something more secure; set security questions which are used to recover a forgotten password; or reset your password.

9. Your Email Access via the EMAIL tile in MyDMU
Your address is your student “P”
E.g.
Any questions regarding the system can be ed to
You can access your student account from the link in myDMU. You address is your student id number, including the Questions about the system should be ed to

10. Blackboard VLE
The Blackboard information portal (called Blackboard lite) can be access via the Blackboard Lite tile in MyDMU
Blackboard is a web-based virtual learning environment (VLE) used at DMU to support your learning. Blackboard provides access to online learning materials from any computer with internet access. It enables you to continue your learning activities, collaborate and access resources away from the classroom.
The Blackboard information portal (called Blackboard lite) is only designed to present notifications and information from Blackboard on your mobile device. To fully engage with your online learning material in Blackboard you should log in to the main Blackboard website.

11. Blackboard VLE To access the main Blackboard site:
Select Blackboard Home
in the Blackboard Lite app

12. Or go directly via your web browser at:
Blackboard VLE
Or go directly via your web browser at:
Or directly at:

13. Blackboard VLE
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1. Click the Continue button

14. Blackboard VLE
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1. Login with your student username and password

15. Blackboard VLE Link to the User Guide Individual module links
Each module on which you are enrolled has its own online space which can be accessed from the My Modules panel in Blackboard
For more detailed information about the functionality of Blackboard click the UserGuide tab, which will take you to the Student Support for Learning Technologies site.

16. Blackboard - UserGuide
The Student Support site contains basic ‘How to’ guides concerning the core functions of Blackboard and associated teaching, learning and assessment technologies

17. Turnitin
You may be required to submit your written work electronically through Turnitin. This software assists academic staff in identifying possible plagiarism, collusion or other academic offences.
Your module tutors will advise you on the procedure for submitting your written work, and viewing your feedback and grades.

18. DMU replay Click here to see what a DMU Replay Recording looks like
All staff led teaching sessions will be recorded, so that you can revisit them. This system is called DMU Replay.
DMU Replay recordings can be viewed by clicking the link in your module
Click here to see what a DMU Replay Recording looks like
Your module tutors will explain what DMU Replay means in practice.
Link to view an example of a DMU Replay recording:

19. Kimberlin Library – IT Resources
WiFi across all spaces
Hundreds of computer workstations
Wide range of software installed
Assistive technologies
Syndicate rooms with digital multimedia hardware
Laptop loans
IT Help Desk – on 1st Floor
For more information about library services visit our website using the following link
The Kimberlin Library has a range of IT services available.

20. If you need any further help with printing contact
Use your student card to print from any machine on campus
Printers are available in all student areas
Manage your printing and print top-up online at
You can also print content from your mobile device
For more information about mobile printing:
For more information on how to print or top-up your print credits, use our IT help guide which can be found in the Kimberlin library
If you need any further help with printing contact
ITMS Service Desk
Ext: 6050

21. Campus Wide Wireless Network
Completely FREE
A one-time only sign on
A secure connection
Available anywhere you see the eduroam logo, this includes other universities and educational locations
Paper-based help guides are available to show you how to connect to eduroam. These can be found in all student learning zones and the Kimberlin Library.
Online help can be found at: eduroam.dmu.ac.uk
Compatible with:
Apple iPhone, iPod or iPad
Apple OS X
Google Android
Linux
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 8 / 8.1
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows Phone 8
The Campus wide wireless network is provided by Eduroam.

22. Your copy of Office 365 will remain active until you graduate
Microsoft Office 365
All students have access to Microsoft Office 365
You can access your account from the Office 365 tile on myDMU
You can download Office 365 software for free on up to 5 PCs and 5 mobile devices
Your copy of Office 365 will remain active until you graduate

23. Microsoft Imagine Academy
Free access to online software training for Microsoft products whilst a student at the University
1600+ courses available
Available in different languages – including French, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese and Hindi
Can enrol on up to 3 courses at one time
Have 150 days to complete a course once it is started
Technical applications, server software and application software are available
The Microsoft Imagine Academy provides free access to online training for Microsoft software whilst a student at the University
For information and to enrol on a course visit:

24. iDEA idea.org.uk The Duke of York Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award
iDEA is a national project that helps you badge your digital capabilities. Through a series of online challenges you can win career-enhancing badges, unlock new opportunities and ultimately, gain industry recognised awards that will boost your CV and enhance your employability.
The DMU Digital programme is linked with the iDEA programme, to access it:
1.Sign up to iDEA at
2. Click HAVE A BADGE CODE?
3. Enter the badge code DMUDIGIT4L and press REDEEM to get your DMU Digital badge and your first points.

25. Help and Support ITMS Service Desk itmsservicedesk@dmu.ac.uk Ext: 6050
The main IT support portals are:
The IT Services tile on MyDMU
The IT Induction and support for learning technologies guide [
The ITMS service desk
The Kimberlin Library 1st Floor Helpdesk