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From Monday 4 March, we will begin a phased roll-out of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Your existing authentication methods will be reset, and you will need to set them up again. All students will need to be set up for MFA so that you can continue to access your emails, MS Teams, timetable, and Moodle. 

 

All students will need to have Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) set up to access key university systems. This is to protect their own and University's data and information by reducing cybersecurity risks.

 

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is a way of authenticating (proving who you are) that doesn’t rely on a single piece of information. Most users will be familiar with MFA from their personal use of online banking, social media, online shopping and payment services, email, etc.

It is mandatory for all University accounts accessing the Manchester Met network, to ensure that you (and other users) are protected.

 

To set up Multi-Factor Authentication please follow the step-by-step instructions on this web page. 

 

Key dates for the roll-out:

  • Trial period & review | 2000 randomly selected students for a pilot group: 04 March – 12 April 

  • First and second year students | Arts & Humanities:  15-19 April & 29 April - 03 May  

  • First and second year students | Business & Law: 27 May - 7 June   

  • First and second year students | Health & Education: 10 June - 21 June 

  • First and second year students | Science & Engineering:  24 June - 05 July 

  • All remaining students (3rd year & onwards) | 08 July - 19 July 

Please note that dates maybe subject to change 

During the roll-out, we will have extra measures in place to make sure that all students can access the support they need. If you have any questions, please contact the IT Service Desk: 

 

Keywords: MFA, Multi Factor Authentication