Getting access to Blackboard modules in Module Manager 24/25
This page has been archived and is no longer relevant please see the revised version of this page: Getting access to your module for 2025/26
Who can request module access?
Full staff members with E-Codes
Associate members of staff with A-Codes (see guide on setting up A-codes)
Who cannot request module access?
PhD students (with 'B00' codes)
An Instructor (Module Co-ordinator) must e-mail Blackboard Help Desk requesting module access on PhD student’s behalf quoting the module code and CRN number and their role (see table below).
| Access to module | Add and edit learning materials | Editing assessment settings | Access to marks and feedback | Visible as instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Instructor | √ | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Teaching Assistant | √ | √ | partial | √ | x |
Marker | √ | x | x | √ | x |
Student | √ | x | x | (only their own marks) | x |
Module Manager roles and their level of access
Instructions
Module Access request process
Before you start you’ll need: your staff a/e -code and network password, module code and CRN of the module you wish to set up access.
Navigate to the Module Manager
Enter your staff number and Network (Blackboard and Portal) password and click on the login button.
Next mouse over the Modules tab and then select Access.
The Module Access page then provides options for requesting access.
Enter your module code in the Module code input box.
Whilst the academic year defaults to the current year, you can also select a previous academic year if you want access to prior versions of the module.
The page will automatically update to show you the versions of the module available in the academic year selected. Check the CRN of your module then select the access level you require from the dropdown menu and press Submit.
Check the CRN of the module. There may be several versions of the same module, each with a different CRN number, double check the start date and campus to make sure your selection is correct.
If you are unsure which level of access to request we recommend Instructor which gives you full editing rights and the ability to add or modify grades and feedback.
Remember to check Upcoming Courses for those courses starting the following semester.
Module not appearing in Blackboard
The module coordinator may have activated Limit access to the module. Email your module coordinator if you have not received access to the module within an hour
Related articles
Centre for Digital Learning Enhancement
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