Microsoft provides software that enables you to create project plans, flowcharts, and presentations under an Open Licence at the University of Otago. This software is available for both Mac and Windows computer platforms.
On this page you will find information about purchasing and licensing Microsoft Open Licence software through Information Technology Services (ITS) including:
Microsoft Open Licence software available through ITS
The Microsoft Open Licence covers the following popular Microsoft software products:
- Project 2016
- Visio Professional 2016
- Visio Standard 2016
Microsoft server products
- Exchange Server
- SQL Server
- Windows Server
There are also a number of open source and freeware software products available through ITS. Read more about these products on our open source and freeware webpage.
System requirements for Microsoft Open Licence software
The requirements listed below are for both Windows and Mac OS operating systems.
Project Pro system requirements for Windows
- Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster x86-bit or x64-bit processor with SSE2 instruction set
- Operating System: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7 Service Pack 1, Windows 10 Server, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012, or Windows Server 2008 R2
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Hard Disk: 3.0 GB available disk space
Miscosoft server products are available on request. Please contact ITS Procurement and Licensing to discuss your requirements.
Microsoft Open Licence software usage and licence terms
- Staff and departments can use Microsoft Open Licence products on University-owned computers.
- A perpetual licence is available with the option of purchasing software assurance, which entitles you to any product upgrades over a two-year period.
Prices for Microsoft Open Licence software
University departments
Note that the prices listed below can fluctuate due to exchange rates. Please contact ITS Procurement and Licensing for confirmation of pricing.
Product |
Price |
|---|---|
| Project 2016 | Licence: $146.00 With Software Assurance: please request a quote |
| Visio Professional 2016 | Licence: $125.00 With Software Assurance: please request a quote |
| Visio Standard 2016 | Licence: $65.00 With Software Assurance: please request a quote |
Windows Server products |
Price on application. |
Ordering Microsoft Open Licence software through ITS
Please complete the order form on the software licence order forms page to order Microsoft Open Licence software from ITS. Please ensure that you select Software Assurance on your order form if you require it.