Software

University computers come with a standard set of software to support teaching, learning and administrative work.

Additional software may be available depending on your role, department or licence arrangements.

Software on University devices

University-managed computers run Windows 11 and include a standard set of applications.

Standard software

• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Visio
• Microsoft Project
• VLC Media Player
• Java
• .NET Framework
• OES Client

Additional software

Depending on your role or department, you may also have access to:

• NVivo
• EndNote
• Adobe Creative Cloud
• SPSS/Amos

Request software

If you need access to additional software, you can submit a request via the Self-Service Portal

1. Go to uobservicedesk.beds.ac.uk and select Log in to Self-Service Portal.
2. Sign in using your University credentials.
3. Select the ICT Service Catalogue tile.
4. Select Software (Software requests).
5. Choose the appropriate request from the Further Actions panel.
6. Complete the form and select Submit.

Approval requirements

Some software requests (such as Adobe Sign or Software - Other) require from your line manager.

If your line manager is unavailable, approval must be obtained from an alternative manager before the request can progress.

Software for home use

Some software is available for staff to install on personal devices for work-related use.

Sophos Home

You can install Sophos Home on up to 10 personal devices.

How to get started

1. Go to home.sophos.com/employee
2. Verify your work email address.
3. Create an account using your personal email.
4. Follow the steps in the guide below to download and install.

Sophos for Home guide [PDF]

SPSS Statistics and Amos

Available to academic staff and students only.

Before installing

1. Complete the SPSS copyright acknowledgement form [DOCX]
2. Send it to ICT for approval.

Installation guide [PDF]

Other software and technology discounts

You may also be eligible for discounted or free software for personal use.

See Computer and Technology Discounts for information about:

• Microsoft Office
• hardware discounts
• mobile contract offers

When to remove home-use software

Software provided for home use must be removed if:

• your licence expires
• you leave the University

Need help?

If you have any issues requesting software or installing approved software, please contact the ICT Service Desk (office hours only) on 01582 743366 or log a ticket at uobservicedesk.beds.ac.uk