Microsoft MFA
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Protecting your GCU account
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) provides an extra layer of security for your GCU account.
Your password is the first factor used to verify your identity. MFA adds a second factor. This helps protect your personal information, University data, and online services even if your password is compromised. Setting up MFA is required to access GCU services securely and helps protect both your account and the wider University community from unauthorised access.
MFA Transition: September to November
Glasgow Caledonian University is currently moving from CyberArk MFA to Microsoft MFA. During the transition period, during Tri A some services will continue to use CyberArk while others will use Microsoft MFA. To ensure uninterrupted access to all University systems, users will need to register for both MFA services. The good news is that you can use the Microsoft Authenticator app for both.