What do I use it for?

Microsoft Project allows you to set up project plans, assign and track tasks and monitor both large and small pieces of work. Plans can be shared for collaborative work and documents stored within projects.

Who is it available to?

Microsoft Project is not part of our Office365 subscription. Please use the related request - Purchase Microsoft Software request (available when logged in for staff and research Postgraduates).

Which plan do I need?

We have different versions of Microsoft Project available, please see the comparison below:

Subscription (Microsoft Project Plan 5)

• Can be installed on personally-owned devices that are allocated to individual users.
• These licences cannot be shared by multiple users. These licences cannot be assigned to a shared University account.
• You can install the software on multiple computers. (but will only license & run for the licensee/named user selected).
• Would allow you to use Project within Teams and via the online web application available on https://office365.leeds.ac.uk.
• Subscription licences are renewed Annually on the 1st of August.

Perpetual (Microsoft Project Standard/Professional 2019)

• Can only be purchased and installed on Campus Devices.
• Can be used by multiple people if the device is shared with the team.
• Once the software is purchased there is no yearly cost.

How do I access it?

Once you have purchased the app through IT services, you can access Project for the web by logging into the Office 365 portal, clicking on all apps and then clicking the Project tile. If you are working on Project Online, you will need permission to access the Project site.

Training

Microsoft Project training is available via LinkedIn Learning and is free for all staff and students.

Further Information and Support

For further information on Microsoft Project and for support, please see the Microsoft Website.