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Google Workspace

Google Workspace is a suite of tools including Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides and Sites. They enhance communication and collaboration, making it easy to work and study from any device.

The key tools include:

  • Gmail: your personal inbox which integrates with Google Calendar and other apps
  • Drive: cloud storage for storing and sharing files securely
  • Docs, Sheets and Slides: collaborative document editing, spreadsheets and presentations with real-time feedback
  • Forms: create surveys, quizzes and forms for data collection 
  • Sites: simple website creation for projects, portfolios and class pages.

See about Docs, Sheets, Slides and Forms for more information.

Key features

  • Collaborative editing: you view, edit and collaborate on documents together in real-time. (Store collaborative documents in shared Google Drives so your team can access documents even if the original creator leaves the University.)
  • Regular backups: your work will save automatically in the cloud, providing you have an internet connection.
  • Offline access: you can make files available for offline editing.
  • Version history: keep track of everyone's changes to your document and revert to an older version.
  • Mobile access: work on the go with Google Workspace mobile apps.

Access instructions

Open Google Workspace

Changes to Google integrations: From 28 August, you won't be able to integrate new third-party services, which use high-risk permissions, into University Google accounts. Learn more about Google integration changes.


Available to staff and students

All members of the University are automatically given a Google Workspace account. You can use this service on University-managed and personal devices.

App and web-based

This service works in your web browser. The mobile apps are compatible with Android and iOS.

Funded by the University

There isn’t a cost to you for standard use.

Additional information

Access instructions

Open Google Workspace

Guides and help

How-to guides and set up

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Training and best practice

Accessibility

Contact for support

If you're experiencing technical issues and need advice, please contact IT Services.

Service commitments

Page last reviewed: 9 September 2024