If you wish to apply for an external University username, first read the guidelines and information to make sure you are eligible:
University Username and ID Card Guidelines and Information (PDF 630KB)
External usernames expire after two years, or three and a half years for Clinical Lecturers.
Who is this available to
Anyone who has ongoing relationship or business with the University and who needs to access University systems and/or IT services.
How do I request an external username
To request an external username:
- Ensure you have authorisation from the relevant head of department or their delegated authority.
- Open the External account request form.
- Select Request the creation of an account.
- Complete the required fields and select the type of account required.
- Add any additional information where necessary.
- Submit the form.
If you are a staff member, you can request an external username for someone who does not have an employment agreement with the University.
To request an external username on behalf of someone else:
- Ensure you have the appropriate authorisation from the relevant head of department or their delegated authority.
- Open the External account request form, for logged in users.
- Select Request the creation of an account.
- Complete the required fields and select the type of account required.
- Add any additional information where necessary.
- Submit the form.
Access to request Library eResources is done separately once you have received your external username.