Convert your course to Blackboard Ultra
What is Blackboard Ultra?
Blackboard Ultra is the new version of our learning management system. UQ is transitioning from the previous version of Blackboard Original from Semester 2, 2025 to Semester 1, 2027.
View the Ultra Courses Activation Project page for more information.
How long will it take me to convert my course to Blackboard Ultra?
The course conversion tidy-upwill take between 10 to 20 hours, depending on its complexity. Note that when you access your course, you will need to copy in content from the Original course yourself.
Is it possible for professional staff to convert my course?
Yes. But in this case, you will need to submit a course request again, asking for a copy of a previous course so that they have the content to work with. Use the Learn.UQ Site Request form (or contact your school admin if they usually order your course for you).
Note: There will be a delay between ordering the course and having professional staff complete the Ultra conversion work.
Where can I get help?
- Refer to the Blackboard Learn Help for Instructors - Ultra Course View by Anthology.
- See advice from your faculty or school Learning Designer. Go to the Learning Designers list.
What do I need to convert my own course?
To build your course from scratch in Ultra you will need:
- Blackboard Ultra Example Course The purpose of this course is for staff to experience Blackboard's new look and functionality for course sites from a student perspective. You can self-enrol in the Ultra Example course.
- Ultra Resources - icons and banners
- your course profile
- Instructor access to both the Original and the Ultra courses
- learning materials on your device.
1. Ultra course template
The Ultra course template
When you first access the new course site, you will notice templated items already there. It is recommended that the following items be applied consistently across the university.
- The Course Profile link is located at the top of the Content area. Refer to the Course Profile guide.
- The Microsoft Teams link is under the Course Profile and is Hidden from students in the template. If you wish to use Teams, see the Microsoft Teams Activate your course guide to activate your course Teams site.
- The Assessment folder is next.
- The Course Resources folder is next.
The Learning modules are in a logical time-based sequence below. Weekly icons are included in the template, though they can be replaced. Access other (learning module) icons and document banners at the Icons and document banners guide.
