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Large File submissions

The Large File Submission is generally only intended for submissions containing large media files over 2GB.

  • Be aware that the upload process may take some time depending on your settings and internet connection.
  • Remember to add your student number to your filename.

Submitting to a Large File submission point

Navigate to the module and expand the Module Assessment and Submission section to access the submission point.

Click on the submission point to start your submission.

Assessment and Submission learning module with Large File submission point highlighted.

You might be asked to sign in to your university account using your university username and password (...@unimail.derby.ac.uk).

Microsoft sign in window

You will then see the Large File submission page and any previous submissions.

To begin a new submission, click on the New Submission button.

Large File submission point and new submission button

Click on the Choose files button.

A file browser will open. Select your assignment file(s) and open it/them.

Choose files button

Click Upload to send the files to the submission point.

Upload button

 

A progress wheel will be displayed during the process. Please ensure that you do not close your browser tab or window, shut down your computer, or disconnect from the internet while the operation is in progress. 

The upload may take several minutes to several hours depending on the speed of your internet connection as shown in the table below.

When the upload is completed a confirmation screen will appear.

An email receipt will be sent your university email address. This will be your proof of submission.

Do not delete it as you will need it in case of a query about your submission.

Close the tab.

If you need to replace a file, repeat this process, ensuring that you are uploading before the deadline.