Learning Programmes
Our programmes blend a mix of activities and are delivered via our dedicated learning platform which provides access to additional resources including eLearning, videos and guides. Access to the platform is granted for up to 6-months beyond the course completion, allowing participants to refer back to their learning during this time. View our current course selection below or contact our data skills experts direct, about how to assess and develop data literacy in your organisation and sector.
Our Courses
Data ethics professional
This course aims to certify those who can demonstrate the knowledge, skills and ability, to apply tools and help others make better use of data, whilst minimising harmful impacts...
- Blended
- 60h
Strategic data skills
A comprehensive course designed for individuals seeking to work strategically with data without delving into complex programming concepts.
- Options
- 15h | 48h
Introduction to data ethics and responsible AI
This three-hour online course gives an introduction to the concept of data ethics, how it is addressed in other domains, and how data ethics can be applied to help ...
- Expert Led
- 3h
Understanding data ethics & AI
Knowledge and tools to understand the realm of data ethics and apply them effectively in professional settings. Examine data ethics within your professional practice.
- Self-Paced
- 15h
Generative AI: Driving Innovation in Data Practices
Explore the innovative opportunities generative AI brings to data practices, and discover practical tools and strategies for responsible analysis and decision-making.
- Expert Led
- 6h
Applying machine learning & AI techniques to data
Learn to apply machine learning and AI techniques to data, discover how ethical frameworks help avoid teaching bad habits.
- Expert Led
- 5h
Open data in a day
Learn how to discover, use and describe the benefits of open data, and how it impacts your organisation on this live, instructor-led, online and interactive course.
- Expert Led
- 6h
Publishing open linked data
Explore the foundational concepts of open data publication. Learn the intricacies of linked data, how to create linked data from existing tabular datasets, and discover strategies for creating new vocabularies when needed.
- Expert Led
- 4 x 3.5hrs
Building healthy data ecosystems
Our experts help you address common fears and misconceptions that can stop data getting to those who need it.
- Expert Led
- 4 x 2.5h
Anonymisation is for everyone
This course will introduce the latest thinking on anonymisation and work through a practical exercise in anonymising data while maintaining utility and minimising risk.
- Expert Led
- 2h
Building a healthy data ecosystem
Upskill in the foundations of data and learn how to embed a robust and efficient data infrastructure.
- Self-Paced
- 2.5h
Organising and validating data
Learn best practices to clean data, improve its quality, accuracy and reliability. Gain confidence in working and managing data.
- Self-Paced
- 3.5h
An introduction to data analysis
- Self-Paced
- 3.5h
Telling stories with data
Develop the ability to communicate complex data findings effectively. Craft compelling narratives using storytelling techniques.
- Self-Paced
- 3h
The foundations of ethical decision making
Explore different ethical frameworks, their strengths, their weaknesses and application to AI.
- Self-Paced
- 1.5h
Legal and regulatory frameworks
Learn about the pivotal regulations across all phases of the data lifecycle, with a particular emphasis on emerging AI regulations.
- Self-Paced
- 2h
Ethics and personal data
Develop the skills to handle personal data responsibly. Mitigate the risks whilst maintaining the utility of data.
- Self-Paced
- 2h
Ethics in data collection
Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the intricate terrain of data collection with ethics and integrity.
- Self-Paced
- 2.5h
Bias and fairness in data and AI
Develop your understanding of bias in data and algorithms and actively identify instances of bias in real-world datasets.
- Self-Paced
- 3h
Transparency and explainability in data
Learn to implement techniques for developing AI models that are explainable and interpretable.- Self-Paced
- 2h
Tools and frameworks in evaluating ethical data practices
Practical tools and frameworks to assess and enhance ethical data practices.
- Self-Paced
- 2h
Train the trainer
Our Train the Trainer programme aims to enable you to become an ODI Registered Trainer. Ideal for those who are beginning to teach others about open data ...
- Expert Led
- 1 Week
Open data essentials [FREE]
This programme has been designed to enable you to discover what open data is and how it is changing the lives of everyone on our planet.
- Self-Paced
- 3h
Finding stories in data [FREE]
When effectively analysed and presented in a clear and compelling way, data has the potential to create impact.
- Self-Paced
- 3h
Data ethics essentials [FREE]
Embrace AI with Confidence by explore the fundamental principles and real-world applications of ethical data handling, ensuring you stay ahead in this data-driven world.
- Self-Paced
- 2.5h
This has been an eye-opening journey for me. Looking at data over the last six weeks I learned to understand it’s value, different ways of looking at it, the impact it can have on people’s lives and the value of predicting the future.
Gretl M
This course has been awesome and a great stepping stone to build confidence in using data no matter which industry you are from.
Director, Qina Consulting
The assignments were the highlight of the course. They were well designed – it’s good to use real live data from a different sphere than I’m used to working in. And I really liked how they built on the previous assignment learnings.
Digital Analyst, Boots
Our Team
Dr David Tarrant
Senior Technical ConsultantDr Kay Achenbach
Data TrainerLucy Knight
Data TrainerSiobhan Donegan
Learning CoordinatorLou Lynch
Multimedia DesignerWould you like to develop data skills across your whole team or organisation?
Our courses can be run for groups of up to 14 people. And, we can tailor our content to your context and needs. We can work with you to identify the data skills required across your business, creating training that meets your organisation’s needs. Our training approaches include: E-learning, Interactive and virtual workshops, Games and Blended learning programmes.
Contact our Data Skills Experts to discuss how we can improve your organisations data literacy.