Offer available 1 – 31 October 2025
Microsoft is offering all La Trobe students a free one-year subscription to Microsoft 365 Personal for use on your own devices.
This limited-time offer unlocks additional tools and features not included in the University’s standard Microsoft licence.
What’s included
- The latest versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and more
- Enhanced cloud storage (personal OneDrive)
- A full Copilot licence with AI-powered productivity features After 12 months, you can opt out or continue Microsoft’s student plan at $8 AUD per month (paid directly to Microsoft).
Important to know
- This offer is provided by Microsoft, not La Trobe University.
- It is a personal subscription and is not linked to La Trobe’s systems.
- La Trobe cannot provide support for this subscription.
- For any issues, please contact Microsoft Support.
How to redeem
- Go to the Microsoft 365 Personal offer page
- Sign up with the email method confirmed by Microsoft for this offer (check details carefully — you may need to use a personal email address, not your La Trobe account).
- Follow the on-screen steps to activate your 12-month free subscription.
⚠️ Reminder: This is a Microsoft promotion, not a La Trobe University program. Use your La Trobe account for study, and your Microsoft 365 Personal subscription for personal productivity.
Frequently asked questions
Which version should I use?
La Trobe Office Pro Plus (University license)
- Free while enrolled
- Designed for study-related work
- Includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Integrated with LMS, Teams, OneDrive
- Supported by La Trobe
Microsoft 365 Personal (this offer)
- 12 months free (limited-time offer)
- For personal use only
- Includes Copilot AI and expanded storage
- Not linked to La Trobe systems
- Supported only by Microsoft
Isn’t Microsoft 365 already available to students?
Yes. La Trobe provides Microsoft 365 apps through:
- Office Pro Plus (installable suite)
- Online access via your @ltu.edu.au account (e.g. LMS, Teams, student email)
These are managed by La Trobe and designed for study-related work. They do not include Copilot or the extra storage available in Microsoft 365 Personal.
Can I use this with La Trobe systems (LMS, Teams, OneDrive)?
No. La Trobe’s learning systems are linked to the University’s licence. Always use your La Trobe account for study-related work.
Is my data secure while using Microsoft 365 Personal?
Yes but remember this is a personal account. Do not store confidential or sensitive University data in your personal OneDrive.
What if I can’t redeem the free offer?
As this is not part of La Trobe’s licence, please visit Microsoft Support for help.