Staff remote connection

To improve security, the college now requires you to connect to our systems via a VPN before connecting to RAS.

Step-by-step guide

Step 1 - Connect to the college VPN

Step 2 - Connect to the college VPN

Download the remote desktop connection file here and then run the file, following the on-screen prompts.
If you are using a Mac, you will need to download Microsoft Remote Desktop from the Mac App Store.

There are helpful instructions available here as well as a brief video guide.

Step 3 - Log in

Username: enter it as follows: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; e.g. if your college username is joh123456 then you should enter This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Password: Please enter your normal college password.

Please be aware that to use the following resources you do not need a remote connection - they are available direct on the internet:

Get help and support

If you have any problems accessing the system please contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..