Computing Services

Information for Staff regarding their own personal Email Account

When new staff join the University they are automatically given a unique email account to enable them to communicate in an efficient and secure manner with colleagues both inside and outside of the University. The University has strict guidelines about the use of the email system which should be read before staff start to send and receive emails. The guidelines can be found in the Email Policy

Staff email accounts are subject to volume restrictions and staff should check their email account regularly to allow them to meet the requirements of their post.  

Staff should  configure a suitable signature for their email account to comply with the law, all emails should be sent in plain text.

Staff may use the email system for Private use but this is also subject to specific terms & conditions which are available in the Email Policy

Support guides and information to help staff manage their email account can be found through the following links:-

If staff experience problems with their email account they should contact the IT Service Point.