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FAQ about Canvas relevant for all users

On this page, you will find the most asked questions about Canvas.

Canvas is the Learning Management System (LMS) at UT and can be used to organise and support education. In Canvas teachers have an online environment for their course in which they can create and present learning materials, assess student learning and interact with their students. Students can use Canvas to access course content (for example lecture slides), see announcements and messages from teachers, view and submit assignments, take online (practice) quizzes, check feedback and (partial) grades, sign up for groups and collaborate with groups.

  • Where and how can I access Canvas?

    You can log in to Canvas with your ICT account (this applies to every employee and student of the university).

  • How long can I use Canvas after I have left UT?

    Canvas is accessible as long as your ICT account is active.

  • With which browsers can Canvas be used?
    • Chrome 
    • Firefox (Extended Releases are not supported)
    • Edge (Windows only)
    • Safari  (Macintosh only)

    Details can be found in this guide.

You can find specific FAQs for students and instructors below.