Equality & DiversityCourses, Learning and Development

As a socially progressive, people-oriented and collaborative place of work and study, the University offers a range of equality, diversity and inclusion courses for staff and students. We encourage members of the Strathclyde community to actively engage in the learning and development opportunities available.

Equality & Diversity e-Learning Courses

Equality and diversity e-learning courses are available for staff and students via the LearnUpon platform. There are three core courses for staff and for students, and a range of additional courses for staff in particular roles and for staff seeking to increase their understanding of particular equality, diversity and inclusion-related topics

Download a copy of the Equality & Diversity Course List 2021-22. 

Registration and log-in

  • Courses are available via the LearnUpon platform
  • If this is your first time accessing the LearnUpon platform, click on the registration link. Use your Strathclyde email address and set up a password
  • If you have accessed the platform before, log in using your complete your Strathclyde email address and LearnUpon password
  • If you have forgotten your password, click on the ‘forgot password’ link and a new password will be sent to your email address

If you have any further queries, contact the Equality and Diversity Office: equalopportunities@strath.ac.uk

Organisational and Staff Development Unit

If you’re a Strathclyde staff member or PGR, you can access a range of courses via the Organisational and Staff Development Unit (OSDU), including development opportunities and information sessions on a range of equality, diversity and inclusion topics. Access the full OSDU training catalogue here.

Mental health and wellbeing courses and training

The University’s Disability & Wellbeing Service offers a range of courses, training and development opportunities relating to mental health and wellbeing. This includes training programmes (such as mental health first aid and suicide alertness), a range of guides and e-learning packages, and bookable wellbeing programmes. Access the list of courses and training here.

Further learning and development opportunities

Union Black: Britain’s Black cultures and steps to anti-racism
A free, six-hour online course available to Strathclyde students and staff.  Visit our dedicated Union Black page for more information.

Understanding Violence Against Women: Myths and Realities
A free, eight-week online course developed by Strathclyde researchers. Available via FutureLearn.

Gender Representation in the Media
A free, seven-week online course developed by Strathclyde researchers. Available via FutureLearn.