Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) I am unable to log on to Student usernames normally consist of three characters followed by three digits (e.g. bjs726). Default passwords for students will vary depending on your start date. Your passwords will be detailed on your registration letter. Check that you are using the correct username/password and if you still have a problem contact the IT Help desk. What browser should I use to access WebCT? Although many browsers will work well, the best browsers to use for WebCT are Internet Explorer and Netscape. The browser must support 128-bit encryption to successfully connect to WebCT. Also, your browser security settings must allow enabled cookies and Java applets to run. If any of these settings are not as described, you will encounter errors and possibly not even be able to access WebCT at all. Accessing WebCT through AOL can be difficult. For AOL users, minimize your AOL screen and use Internet Explorer or Netscape to access Vista. I cannot see my section (course) listed in My WebCT If you are able to log on to WebCT but cannot find a particular section (programme/module) listed in WebCT, then you will need to email the Administration Office. I can log on to WebCT, but I get the error message Session Already “Error: Running” You cannot have more than one Vista window open at a time. Try closing all browser windows and logging on again.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) I am unable to log on to Student usernames normally consist of three characters followed by three digits (e.g. bjs726). Default passwords for students will vary depending on your start date. Your passwords will be detailed on your registration letter. Check that you are using the correct username/password and if you still have a problem contact the IT Help desk. What browser should I use to access WebCT? Although many browsers will work well, the best browsers to use for WebCT are Internet Explorer and Netscape. The browser must support 128-bit encryption to successfully connect to WebCT. Also, your browser security settings must allow enabled cookies and Java applets to run. If any of these settings are not as described, you will encounter errors and possibly not even be able to access WebCT at all. Accessing WebCT through AOL can be difficult. For AOL users, minimize your AOL screen and use Internet Explorer or Netscape to access Vista. I cannot see my section (course) listed in My WebCT If you are able to log on to WebCT but cannot find a particular section (programme/module) listed in WebCT, then you will need to email the Administration Office. I can log on to WebCT, but I get the error message “Error: Session Already Running” You cannot have more than one Vista window open at a time. Try closing all browser windows and logging on again.
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