University of Strathclyde

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological university.
It is recognised for strong research links with business and industry, commitment to enterprise and skills development and knowledge sharing with the private and public sectors. Situated in the heart of Glasgow – one of the UK’s largest cities – the University has a vibrant, international academic community and is home to more than 22,000 students from more than 100 nations.
Strathclyde is delivering research solutions to the many global challenges facing society today in areas like sustainable energy, health technologies, business innovation and the improvement of education.
The University was named UK University of the Year in the 2012 Times Higher Education Awards.
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Human Rights-based Approach to Dignity in Care (DIGNISPACE) (Coursera)

Dignispace is an innovative and evidence informed digital resource underpinned by the PANEL principles - Participation, Accountability, Non Discrimination, Empowerment and Legality] principles of the Scottish Human Rights Framework [Scottish Human Rights Commission, 2017]. Dignispace was co-produced with students through interdisciplinary research. It is the first such resource [...]

Railway History: The Rise of the Railway Station (FutureLearn)

May 1st 2023
Railway History: The Rise of the Railway Station (FutureLearn)
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Gain a unique insight into British history as you explore the heritage and uses of railway stations from the 19th century to now. Go behind the scenes of York Railway Museum with the University of Strathclyde. Railway stations are an integral part of British history, helping to shape the economy [...]

Supporting Medicine Use by Older People with Visual and/or Hearing Impairment (FutureLearn)

Examine the medicine-related challenges that older people with sensory impairment experience and how we can improve their care.  On this four-week course, you’ll learn how to support the safe and effective use of medicines by older people with sensory impairment.

Genealogy: Researching Your Family Tree (FutureLearn)

Oct 31st 2022
Genealogy: Researching Your Family Tree (FutureLearn)
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Dive into your family ancestry and learn how to create a family tree on this online genealogy course. Discover the basics of genealogy and build your own family tree. Have you ever wondered about your family ancestry or wanted to create a family tree of your own? On this [...]

Forced Marriage: Challenges and Dilemmas (FutureLearn)

Develop your knowledge of human rights and societal issues as you explore the impact of forced marriage and measures to combat it. Learn how to define forced marriages. Forced marriage is recognised internationally as a violation of women and children’s human rights and as a form of violence against [...]

Caring for Children Moving Alone: Protecting Unaccompanied and Separated Children (FutureLearn)

Learn about unaccompanied and separated refugee and migrant children. This course is about the care and protection of unaccompanied and separated refugee and migrant children who are moving across and between countries. This course will provide an understanding of the risks and vulnerabilities these children face. [...]

Understanding Violence Against Women: Myths and Realities (FutureLearn)

Apr 18th 2022
Understanding Violence Against Women: Myths and Realities (FutureLearn)
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Learn how to challenge attitudes that lead to violence against women and develop your knowledge of this human rights issue. The United Nations considers violence against women to be a grave violation of human rights of epidemic proportions. Such violence has profoundly negative consequences for individuals, communities and entire [...]

Introduction to Forensic Science (FutureLearn)

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Introduction to Forensic Science (FutureLearn)
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Explore the methods underpinning forensic science, from crime scene investigation to reporting evidential value within a case. The course addresses four major evidence types: drugs of abuse, DNA, firearms and impression evidence, and discusses these through the exploration of a case-based scenario presented across a six-week modular [...]

The Power of Data in Health and Social Care (FutureLean)

Discover the power of data analytics for individuals and organisations working in health and social care. Harness the power of data to improve health and social care services. Data analytics is a powerful tool in health and social care. It can be used to develop new services, influence strategies, [...]

Caring for Vulnerable Children (FutureLearn)

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Caring for Vulnerable Children (FutureLearn)
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Develop a better understanding of the approaches employed in caring for vulnerable children. Explore childcare approaches for vulnerable children. Public sector cuts have made the task of caring for vulnerable children more challenging than ever. On this course, aspiring or in childcare careers will better understand the characteristics of [...]