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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) e-Learning Courses

EDI e-learning courses on LearnUpon are designed to support all staff in their day-to-day work and promote respect and dignity across our University community.

They are a resource for managers and staff to support in developing an inclusive and informed culture, and for learning and development. They can also be used to address gaps in training which have been identified at a Divisional, School or team level e.g. through surveys or local action plans.

Courses typically take less than an hour to complete and can be accessed at a time and place to suit you.

EDI e-Learning courses include:

Diversity in the Workplace (Mandatory for all staff)

An introduction to the University's approach to equality, diversity and inclusion. As part of the University of Sussex's commitment to advancing equality of opportunity for all, this course is mandatory for all staff and must be completed within the first month of employment (1 hour).

Disability Awareness (Mandatory for all staff)

Understanding disability inclusion is essential to building an accessible and equitable university environment. In this course, you’ll explore the barriers disabled people face and learn how changes in attitudes, environments, communication and interaction can make a big difference. Highlighting legal duties, inclusive language, reasonable adjustments and planning for inclusive design, this training supports staff to feel more confident in creating a culture of inclusion and accessibility where everyone can participate and thrive (70 minutes)

Introduction to Neurodiversity

A video-based course that explores strategies and inclusive practices to create the best possible conditions for neurodivergent thinkers to thrive in the workplace (30 minutes).

Introduction to Race Equity

Our anti-racism e-learning course, developed with Advance HE, explores microaggressions, privilege, and systemic racism. It helps staff deepen their understanding, challenge biases, and support a more inclusive Sussex. (Unit 1 and Unit 2; 25-45 minutes each). 

Supporting trans and non-binary people at work

Using a mix of original drama, personal testimony and legal analysis, together with an in-depth case study featuring leading UK insurance company LV, this short course provides an essential toolkit for managers in managing and supporting trans and non-binary staff at all levels of an organisation (15 minutes).

Trans and non-binary awareness

Many trans and non-binary people encounter inappropriate behaviour and a lack of understanding and respect, both at work and in society. Using a mix of drama, real-life stories and expert commentary, this short course provides a unique insight into what it’s like to be trans and non-binary in today’s society, setting out appropriate language and etiquette and reinforcing the importance of treating trans and non-binary colleagues and customers with the dignity and respect they deserve (15 minutes).

Understanding Equality Analysis

The short e-learning includes content on the law and how to conduct an effective equality analysis. By the end of this course, you will be able to identify protected groups and characteristics, recognise different types of discrimination, identify what is needed and steps to complete an Equality Analysis. (40 minutes).

Other EDI courses on LearnUpon include:

• Inclusive leadership
• Insiders and Outsiders – How micro-behaviours affect the workplace
• The impact of micro-behaviours  

Further EDI e-learning modules are currently under consideration and review, including provision on antisemitism, Islamophobia and sexual orientation.

Logging in to LearnUpon

Using a Chrome browser where possible, log in to LearnUpon by clicking the login button on the LearnUpon webpage and then going to My Courses. You can search for courses in the catalogue or click the course link when logged in to LearnUpon.

Your LearnUpon login details 

• Username: your ITS username@sussex.ac.uk (e.g. ano12@sussex.ac.uk or bsms1234@sussex.ac.uk)
• Password: your University of Sussex ITS password

To start or retake a course

You will find a list of courses on your LearnUpon dashboard. To start a course simply click the title.  

Once you have finished a course you must close it by clicking the small grey x in the top right-hand corner of the module window. This will ensure that your progress on the course is saved.

Please note that the courses work best in a Chrome browser. 

If you have any questions about completing courses or experience problems accessing them, please contact learnupon@sussex.ac.uk.

To learn more about the University’s objectives and ongoing work to reduce inequality and celebrate diversity at Sussex, visit the EDI webpages.