Study at the Grey School requires reliable access to the equipment and online services used by your program. Pupils are responsible for arranging suitable computer access and maintaining an internet connection that supports their coursework and required participation. Preparing these arrangements before study begins allows course time to be devoted to learning.

Written Study

Written courses are accessed through the School Site. Pupils prepare and submit assignments in the formats requested by Faculty and should be able to manage the ordinary computer tasks involved in their studies. This includes reading course instructions, preparing a document, saving work, and submitting it through the appropriate School system.

Familiarity with the School's platforms develops through use. Pupils should take time to understand the Grimoire and the tools associated with their courses, and seek guidance when a School procedure is unclear.

Live Instruction and vGSW

Participation in vGSW requires a laptop or desktop computer capable of running the desktop version of Second Life reliably. Consult Second Life's published system requirements when assessing equipment. Your setup should provide clear audio for live instruction, with a working microphone for activities that require spoken participation.

Complete the campus introduction and become familiar with the controls before attending a scheduled course section. Test the viewer and audio settings beforehand so that difficulties can be addressed before the lesson begins.

GSW Mobile provides convenient access to School services from a mobile device. Pupils who use a phone or tablet for some written work must also arrange the computer access required for live attendance through Second Life.

GSW2 Requirements

Under the GSW2 transition, required live Core classes begin for new Apprentices entering the revised structure from Summer Term 2027. These requirements take effect for current Apprentices in Winter Term 2028.

Current Apprentices may continue their text-based studies until the applicable transition and should arrange suitable computer access beforehand. Major and Minor courses, together with electives, continue as text-based study with Faculty assessment.

Technical Responsibility

The School provides guidance on its own platforms and campus procedures. Pupils are responsible for setting up and maintaining their personal equipment, including arranging any assistance needed with their devices or internet connection.

When a technical difficulty affects an active course or scheduled lesson, notify the instructor promptly. Explain which system is involved and what happened so that the academic concern and the technical problem can each reach the appropriate person.