What is my UNSW Username?

Your username for accessing most UNSW online systems such as myUNSW, my eLearning Vista and zMail email is your UNSW Login ID, which consists of a ‘z’ followed by your UNSW ID (student number). This is explained in detail immediately below.

The Username or ‘User Name’ field is sometimes labelled ‘Login ID’ or ‘User ID’.

How do I find my UNSW ID (student number)?
Your UNSW ID (student number) is the 7-digit number printed on your student ID card.

How do I enter my UNSW Login ID?
When logging in to UNSW online systems, enter a ‘z’ prefix followed by your your UNSW ID (student number).

What passwords do I use on UNSW online systems?

UNSW Online Systems

UniPass
Most primary UNSW online services introduced before 2009 use an authentication system called UniPass. These services include:

• myUNSW
• my eLearning Vista
• Library Online
• UniMail

zPass
New primary online systems introduced from early 2009 onwards use a new authentication called zPass. These services include:

• zMail
• UNSW Exchange Email Service
• Blackboard
• View more zPass services

Other UNSW passwords
Systems other than those referenced above may use authentication systems unique to their environment. If you are trying to log into a faculty or research system for example, you should contact the local IT support for that resource or contact the IT Service Centre.

Where do I use and manage my zPass password?

For more information on these passwords, refer to the zPass pages.

Where do I set or change my UNSW email alias?

You can set or change your email alias via the Identity Manager self-service site.