# First steps in MyUNIL

# The Dashboard

The dashboard is the homepage of MyUNIL. It provides you with a personalised overview of your university activity and quick access to the most frequently used features.

> **Access**: Menu **MyUNIL → Tableau de bord**  
> **URL**: https://my.unil.ch

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## The Navigation Bar

At the top of the screen, the blue navigation bar allows you to access the different sections of MyUNIL:

<table id="bkmrk-menu-description-das"><thead><tr><th>Menu</th><th>Description</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>**Dashboard**</td><td>Homepage with an overview of your activity</td></tr><tr><td>**Study**</td><td>Access to courses, documents, timetables and academic results</td></tr><tr><td>**Work**</td><td>Salary data and certificates</td></tr><tr><td>**Campus**</td><td>Information and services related to campus life</td></tr><tr><td>**News &amp; Events**</td><td>Events, news and university calendar</td></tr></tbody></table>

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## Elements in the Top Right Corner

Several elements are permanently accessible in the top right corner of the screen:

### Language Selector (FR / EN)

Allows you to switch the interface between French and English.

### Help Button (?)

Provides access to documentation and support resources.

### User Menu

By clicking on your name, a dropdown menu appears with the following options:

- **Your email address** — displayed for information purposes
- **Mes données administratives** — direct access to your personal information
- **Fermer la session** — secure logout from the portal

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## The Notifications Area

Below the navigation bar, an information area indicates whether new notifications are available since your last visit. A summary of your MyUNIL activity is also displayed with the date and time of your last login.

> *Example: "Voici un résumé de l'activité MyUNIL depuis votre dernière visite le 29.01.2026 10:55"*

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## Dashboard Widgets

The dashboard displays several widgets (panels) that give you a quick overview of your information and direct access to key features.

### User Profile Widget

Located on the left, this widget displays your personal information:

- Your surname and first name
- Your status (e.g.: Portal\_t for test account)
- Your university email address
- Your registration number
- Your student status (e.g.: External, Regular)
- Your file status (e.g.: Registered)

### Tuition Fees Widget

This widget informs you about your semester tuition fee invoices. Two buttons are available:

- **Plus d'informations** — to find out more about university fees
- **Accéder à mes factures** — to view and download your invoices

> ⚠️ **Important**  
> Semester tuition fee invoices are no longer sent by post. View them directly from this widget or in the dedicated section.

### Campus Card Widget

This widget displays your campus card balance and allows you to access its management. Click on **Ma campus card**to:

- Check your current balance
- Top up your card
- Block or unblock your card if lost

### Quick Access Widget

Located on the right, this widget offers shortcuts to the most frequently used features:

- **Mes attestations d'études** — download your enrolment certificates
- **Ma boîte email** — access your university mailbox directly

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## Interface Summary

<table id="bkmrk-area-content-possibl"><thead><tr><th>Area</th><th>Content</th><th>Possible Actions</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Header</td><td>UNIL logo, navigation, language, help, profile</td><td>Navigate, change language, log out</td></tr><tr><td>Notifications</td><td>Messages and activity summary</td><td>View updates</td></tr><tr><td>Profile</td><td>Personal information</td><td>View your status</td></tr><tr><td>Invoices</td><td>Semester fees</td><td>View and download</td></tr><tr><td>Campus card</td><td>Card balance</td><td>Manage your campus card</td></tr><tr><td>Quick access</td><td>Main shortcuts</td><td>Certificates, emails</td></tr></tbody></table>

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## Tips for Use

- Check your dashboard regularly so you don't miss any important notifications.
- Verify your file status, particularly during the registration period.
- Remember to download your tuition fee invoices as soon as they are available.
- Don't forget to log out after using a shared computer.

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*This documentation is part of the official user help for the MyUNIL portal.*  
*University of Lausanne – IT Centre*