Background
Turnitin introduced a new interface over a year ago. At the time, some key functionality was initially missing, and the upgrade was postponed. Over the past year, further enhancements and accessibility improvements have been made.
Decision
Following a review of the updated Turnitin Feedback Studio, the University have decided to proceed with the upgrade from the current “Classic” Turnitin Feedback Studio to the new “Standard” Turnitin Feedback Studio. This is an upgrade to an existing service rather than a replacement system. The upgrade to a new interface provides a range of benefits, including usability and accessibility improvements.
Go-live date
The new interface will be enabled on Monday 3 August 2026. This timing has been chosen to reduce the risk of a mid-semester change and to allow staff to begin preparing 2026/27 assessments in the upgraded environment.
Action required (now)
- If you have already started creating Turnitin assignments within 2026/27 modules, please pause further setup until updated guidance is available.
- If you have Turnitin assignments that have not yet been setup within a 2025/26 module (e.g. SEM3 or resubmissions), please ensure you do this before Monday 3 August 2026.
- Targeted communications with further support will be sent to affected module leaders before the interface upgrade.
Existing assignments
Existing Turnitin assignments (in modules up to and including 2025-26) will continue to operate. Existing guidance for modules up to and including 2025-26 will remain available for staff and students. New guidance will clearly distinguish between pre-upgrade and post-upgrade workflows.
Staff development schedule
A programme of demonstrations, training sessions and drop-in support will run throughout August and semester 1. Colleagues who use Turnitin assignments are encouraged to attend a staff development session and review the updated guidance materials before the change takes effect.
| Session Title | Date | Time | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demonstration of the (New) Standard Turnitin Feedback Studio | 28 July | 14:00-15:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Demonstration of the (New) Standard Turnitin Feedback Studio | 29 July | 11:00-12:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Assignments, rubrics & quickmarks (Sessions A & B) | 4 August | 13:00-15:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Similarity reports and grading (Session C) | 5 August | 13:00-15:00 | Online (Teams) |
| In-person drop-in session | 6 August | 11:00-12:00 | Peep O’Day Lane (Main Library) |
| Online drop-in session | 6 August | 14:00-15:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Online drop-in session | 11 August | 10:00-11:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Assignments, rubrics & quickmarks (Sessions A & B) | 13 August | 10:00-12:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Similarity reports and grading (Session C) | 13 August | 13:00-15:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Assignments, rubrics & quickmarks (Sessions A & B) | 19 August | 10:00-12:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Similarity reports and grading (Session C) | 19 August | 13:00-15:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Online drop-in session | 20 August | 11:00-12:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Assignments, rubrics & quickmarks (Sessions A & B) | 25 August | 10:00-12:00 | Online (Teams) |
| Similarity reports and grading (Session C) | 25 August | 13:00-15:00 | Online (Teams) |
| ‘Have a go’ in-person drop-in session | 26 August | 10:00-12:00 | EduZone (Main Library) |
| ‘Have a go’ in-person drop-in session | 26 August | 13:00-15:00 | EduZone (Main Library) |
Session booking information
Explore the full range of sessions currently on offer from the Educational Development team, or register directly using the session links above. Joining instructions for online sessions will be provided following registration.
Team sessions
Educational Development may be able to provide additional sessions tailored to your team or area, subject to staff availability and demand.
If you would like to arrange a bespoke session, please complete the Educational Development: Training & Development workshop booking form in the first instance. Teams are encouraged to book early to ensure requests can be accommodated wherever possible.
Guides & resources
Existing guidance for modules up to and including 2025-26 will remain available for staff and students.
New Staff and Student guidance will clearly distinguish between the pre-upgrade and post-upgrade interface. The support guides are currently being updated to reflect the new Standard Turnitin Feedback Studio experience and will be finalised in time for the go-live date.
If you have further questions, contact the Educational Development team via help4u.
This post was originally published on the Educational Development Blog on 13 July 2026.
