MATLAB
MATLAB is a technical computing platform for algorithm development, data analysis and numerical computation.
It combines powerful mathematical capabilities with easy-to-use programming and visualisation features.
Key features
- Intuitive software, enabling you to quickly write and execute code.
- Specialised toolboxes for different domains like signal processing, image processing, control systems and machine learning.
- Extensive visualisation tools, including 2D and 3D plots, graphs, histograms and animations.
- Statistical analysis and algorithm design and implementation.
Access instructions
- MATLAB is installed in our computer labs.
- For other University managed devices running Windows, you can install this software from the Software Center.
- For other devices, you can access the software via the University MATLAB portal (sign in with your University email and password).
Available to staff and students
You can use this service on University-managed and personal devices.
App-based
Compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux.
Funded by the University
There isn’t a cost to you for standard use.
Additional information
The MATLAB licence is for the program, plus the following standard and additional toolboxes.
These are available in our computer labs and can also be downloaded by members of the University onto other devices.
Access instructions
- MATLAB is installed in our computer labs.
- For other University managed devices running Windows, you can install this software from the Software Center.
- For other devices, you can access the software via the University MATLAB portal (sign in with your University email and password).
Guides and help
How-to guides and set up
Guidance is provided by the supplier:
- Quick start guide to teaching with MATLAB (uk.mathworks.com)
- MATLAB Live Editor (uk.mathworks.com)
- MATLAB Grader (uk.mathworks.com)
- Resources for Online MATLAB and Simulink (uk.mathworks.com)
- MATLAB Parallel Server (uk.mathworks.com)
We also have a guidance page available:
Search all our guides and help
Training and best practice
Training is provided by the supplier:
- Getting started with MATLAB (uk.mathworks.com)
- Interactive online courses and tutorials (uk.mathworks.com)
- MATLAB documentation (uk.mathworks.com)
- MATLAB courseware (uk.mathworks.com)
We also have a training guide available:
Accessibility
Full details of accessibility features are available on the MATLAB Help Center (uk.mathworks.com).
Contact for support
If you're experiencing technical issues and need advice, please contact the Mathworks support team (uk.mathworks.com).
Service commitments
The following policies apply to all IT services provided by the University.
Availability
- This is a live service, available 24/7.
Support
- This service is managed by a third party.
- They are responsible for monitoring, identifying and fixing faults.
- Students can contact the Mathworks support team directly.
Standards
- Our service performance and standards have been produced in consultation with our customers. We regularly monitor the delivery, performance and availability of facilities and services.
We appreciate feedback as it helps us review and continually improve our service.
Page last reviewed: 9 September 2024