Microsoft 365

Information on Microsoft 365 features and how to access or install them.

About Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 is the brand name for a collection of productivity apps and cloud-based services from Microsoft that you can use across multiple devices. Some apps are available online (web apps) and others are installed on your computer (desktop apps). This means that you can access your UWE Bristol email and files from wherever you are, as long as you are securely connected to the internet.

Microsoft 365 will run on most recent operating systems of Windows, Android and Apple devices, both mobile and desktop. Take a look at choosing a PC for university for more information.

The Microsoft 365 platform is secure and compliant with data protection. However, you should make sure to consider how you use the tools, what you are using them for and who you share information with.

Application icons of Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint and Teams.

What software and features are available?

The key parts of Microsoft 365 include:

  • Email
    Access your UWE Bristol email account online via the Outlook Web App, as well as Outlook on your UWE Bristol PC or personal device.
  • Microsoft Office and Microsoft Office Online
    Create and edit files in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote, on your desktop, online or from your mobile.
  • File storage, sharing and collaboration
    Save your files on OneDrive and share them with other UWE Bristol students.

Microsoft 365 features and software available to UWE Bristol students

How to access Microsoft 365

The quick and easy way to access Microsoft 365 is by following these steps:

  1. Log into MYUWE.
  2. Follow the link to Office 365 in the quick links.
  3. Select the 'App launcher' icon in the top left hand corner.
  4. Select an app from the list.

All you need is your UWE Bristol email address, password, and MFA.

The version of Microsoft provided does not require a license key, as long as you are a current UWE Bristol student, it will be activated.

How to install Microsoft 365

You can install Microsoft 365 desktop apps on a total of five devices.

The first app you open may prompt you for your UWE Bristol username and password.

For PC

  1. Go to https://office365.uwe.ac.uk and log in.
  2. Click Install apps on the right, then select Microsoft 365 apps from the drop-down menu.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the programs.
  4. Once installed, open any Office program. You will be asked to enter your UWE Bristol email address and password. This will activate your licence for all Office programs.
Installing Office 365 (PDF)
The Install apps dropdown options displaying the Microsoft 365 apps.

For iOS or Android

Search and download Office programs individually from:

  • App Store for iOS devices.
  • Google Play for Android devices, including Chromebooks.
Installing Office 365 (PDF)
An iOS device with an App Store banner and an Android device with a Google Play banner.

Deactivate an installation of Microsoft 365

If you reach your limit you can deactivate an installed copy by visiting the same page from where you first installed Microsoft 365 and selecting one of the listed copies that you have installed.

Further assistance

If you are experiencing installation issues, please contact the ITS Service Desk.

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