Learning online
At UWA, you can study anywhere. anytime.
Learning online can be a great way of learning as you can work at your own pace, set your own schedule and work from any location. To keep you engaged, on track and improve how you learn online, we’ve created specific resources and services to help you achieve your goals.
Bring your own device
UniApps - UWA's Virtual Desktop
You can access to most UWA Coursework applications from our virtual desktop – known as UniApps – either from your personal device or a UWA-managed computer in labs and libraries across campus. You can use UniApps from any location, at any time, creating greater flexibility for your studies.
Access UniApps through the LMS or follow this step-by-step process.
Bring your own device
You will notice a number of computers in labs and libraries are set up with a monitor, keyboard and mouse to give you greater flexibility in connecting your own device.
Learn more via our FAQs below.
Frequently asked questions
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What are the recommended laptop specifications?
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Do these specifications apply to all fields of study?
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Can I use a Mac laptop instead of a Windows laptop?
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What other factors should I consider when choosing a laptop?
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How do I connect my device to Unifi and the virtual desktop?
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What if I use a specific program to complete my studies that isn’t available via the virtual desktop?
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What should I do if I don't have access to a device?
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I forgot to bring my device to campus, what should I do?
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Will I still have access to the MS Windows applications?
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Are there any deals on devices I can access?
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Where can I go if I have further questions about a device or the virtual desktop?
It’s easy to connect
UWA’s online environment makes it easy for you to connect with learning resources, other students and staff. You can also use UWA’s online platforms to revisit lessons, explore resources in depth and engage in deep learning.
Your key online learning platforms are:
Blackboard LMS
Blackboard LMS, or simply “LMS”, is where you’ll find all the content for your units along with any online learning activities. LMS is a fully-integrated digital learning environment, where you can:
- Get unit information, resources and updates
- Complete assessments, use Turnitin and get feedback
- Communicate and collaborate with others
To access the LMS, we recommend using Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox, or download and use the Blackboard App where you’ll find some useful guides.
Echo360
Recordings for your lectures can also be found in Echo360 (UWA's Lecture Capture System). If this is the case, you’ll find links to view or download lecture recordings in your units’ LMS content folders or left-hand navigation menu, or via the Tools link from your LMS landing page.
Echo360 has a useful feature to help you take notes while you are listening.
Microsoft Teams
Some of your units may use Teams to deliver online classes, and to allow for group discussion, file collaboration, and more. To ensure Teams runs smoothly for your UWA sessions, download the Teams App to your desktop, laptop or mobile device, and sign-in using your UniID (your student email and password). If you can’t download the Teams App, you can use the latest version of a browser such as Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge (Chromium), but interactivity tends to be limited in many other browsers. For more tips, see the quickstart guide.
Adobe Express
As a UWA student, you can access Adobe Express for free – a web-based design platform for creating and editing PDFs, graphics, videos, flyers, logos and more. It offers customisable templates, stock content, drag-and-drop tools, and cross-device access.
Utilise these tools to enhance your projects, assignments and your digital design skills. Simply, log in to the Adobe web platform, https://express.adobe.com/, using your UniID (studentnumber@student.uwa.edu.au) and get started.
If you are a Higher Degree Research student or are enrolled courses such as Design or Communications Studies, you can access the full Adobe Creative Cloud suite.
Frequently asked questions
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What do I do if I encounter issues?
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Where can I access Adobe Creative Cloud if I need it?
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Can Adobe Express software be used in UniApps
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Will my projects be saved if I use shared computers or should I use cloud storage
Your online learning resources
IT support is here!
There are many ways to get IT and printing support, and you can contact the Library for technical assistance.
For remote access, the UniConnect VPN service will enable you to access systems restricted to the UWA network. The UniDesk service will allow you to remotely connect to laboratory and library computers from a personal device, so that you can access specialist software where licences permit.