Preparation for Digital Exams
Ensure that your computer meets the necessary requirements well before the exam date.
For studies and exams at UiA, all students must have a laptop that either uses:
- Windows: Use Windows 11 (25H2) or newer is recommended.
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- Mac: MacOS 15 Sequoia or newer is recommended.
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Support for Windows 10 Ends in October 2025
After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates via Windows Update, technical support, or security fixes for Windows 10. Your PC will still function, but we recommend upgrading to Windows 11. All employees with a UiA-owned Windows PC will be migrated to Windows 11 before October 2025.
macOS
If you are using macOS, we recommend the three latest versions: macOS 15 Sequoia, macOS 26 Tahoe, or macOS 27 Golden Gate (available from september 2026).
Additional information
Avoid computers with ChromeOS, Linux, and Windows SE, as these do not support all the necessary software you have access to as a student at UiA.
Update your browser to the latest version for safe and efficient internet use.
Tablets and other devices can be useful but do not support digital exams at UiA, which require a Windows PC or Mac.
Access problems? Check your username and password. Dedicate a browser for UiA studies if you have an external Microsoft account through school or work, or use a Private/Incognito window in your browser.
Computer managed by another organization? It is recommended that you use a private PC for full access to UiA's services and software, or contact your own IT department to bypass possible firewalls for installing our software.
Use a private email account to set up your private computer to separate school and private.