Welcome to Digital Skills

The Digital Skills team are here to help you boost your digital confidence, ensuring you can effectively use the tools available at the University.  We offer the following training and support:

  • Scheduled sessions, including the University IT Induction for new staff which is mandatory training for all new staff 

  • Customised training for groups of staff
  • Digital Skills Training for Students 
  • Beyond training we create resources such as videos and guides for systems being used across the University.

Regardless of your current knowledge or preferred learning style, we are here to support you.

If you have any questions please email [email protected].

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MWP Product Spotlight: Microsoft Teams Rooms

Join September’s live webinar to explore how Microsoft Teams Rooms can support more effective, inclusive and seamless hybrid meetings.

The session will introduce the key features of a Teams Room, explain how the room technology works with Microsoft Teams, and demonstrate how to join, manage and participate in meetings from a shared meeting space.

Booking details will be added closer to the session date.

 

Previous Product Spotlights

Missed a recent Product Spotlight or need a quick recap? Watch the recorded session on the events archive page. Available videos include:

  • Microsoft Outlook (May 2026)
  • Microsoft Edge (June 2026)
  • Microsoft Whiteboard (July 2026)

Current training courses

Featured courses

Explore some of our featured Digital Skills courses, covering practical tools and techniques to help you work more effectively, collaborate confidently and make better use of the technology available to you.

Microsoft Whiteboard

Collaborate visually using a digital canvas, including Whiteboard tools, notes, drawings, templates, and real-time sharing.

Creating Accessible Documents using M365

Learn how to create accessible, user-friendly documents in Microsoft 365 using the Accessibility Checker and core accessibility guidelines.

Digital Accessibility

Explore essential accessibility features across Microsoft 365, Windows 11, and Microsoft Edge, and learn how to tailor your digital experience using built-in tools that support diverse user needs.

Click a course title in this section to open its page in Docebo or view it in the Calendar below for full details, including course content and booking instructions.

Corporate systems

Build confidence using key University corporate systems and services. As these platforms are used for specific roles and responsibilities, sessions are available on request only. Please complete the relevant request form to enquire about access and book a session.

Service Manager Introduction (Hornbill)

An overview of the University’s Service Manager platform and its core features

Drupal Editor

Understand how to locate and edit content on the University’s Drupal platform

University IT Induction for New Staff

An introduction to essential IT services, systems, and support at the University, covering security, software, hybrid working, staff tools, learning resources, and where to get help. This is an invitation-only session.

Click a course title in this section to open its page in Docebo or view it in the Calendar below for full details, including course content and booking instructions.

Microsoft 365 apps and tools

Make the most of Microsoft 365 with practical sessions covering communication, collaboration, productivity and file management. Select a course title to view full details and booking information.

Microsoft Lists

Organise, track and manage information using lists, templates, forms, views, sorting, filtering and formatting.

Microsoft To Do

Organise your personal workload by creating and managing tasks, prioritising work with My Day and connecting with Outlook.

Essential OneNote

Learn how to capture, organise and manage notes effectively using OneNote, including notebooks, sections, pages and simple sharing.

Microsoft Bookings

Create and customise your personal Bookings page, manage meeting types and share your booking link effectively.

Using Windows 11 and Microsoft Edge

Discover key features of Windows 11 and Microsoft Edge, including interface setup, accessibility, Copilot and smart browsing.

Using Copilot Chat in Windows 11

Learn how to use Copilot Chat to assist with tasks, generate content and understand its key features and limitations.

 

Microsoft 365 Learning Plan courses

The following courses form part of the Modern Work Programme Learning Plan and are available through the My Learning Plans area in Docebo. They provide essential and more in-depth training across the core Microsoft 365 applications used at the University.

Essential OneDrive

Discover how to store, access and share your files securely using OneDrive.

Essential Outlook

Learn how to manage your email, calendar and contacts efficiently in the new Outlook environment.

Deeper Dive Outlook Mail

Explore advanced email tools to organise your inbox and manage communication more effectively.

Deeper Dive Outlook Calendar

Learn how to manage calendars, schedule meetings and use smart features to plan your day.

Essential Teams

Get started with chat, meetings and channels to collaborate and communicate effectively in Teams.

Essential Forms

Create simple forms and surveys to collect feedback and responses online.

Select a course title to open its page in Docebo, or use the calendar below to find upcoming sessions and view full course and booking information.

Microsoft 365 Office apps

Strengthen your everyday skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint through focused training on the core features used most often at work. Select a course title or use the calendar below to view full details, course content and booking information.

Microsoft PowerPoint Core Skills

Learn crucial PowerPoint skills including slide design, formatting, visuals, themes, and presentation setup

Microsoft Word Core Skills

Build essential Word skills including formatting, styles, headers, contents, and track changes

Microsoft Excel Core Skills

Build foundational Excel skills including formulas, data management, and formatting

Microsoft Excel Further Skills

Enhance your Excel knowledge with advanced formulas, data tools, and automation techniques

Click a course title in this section to open its page in Docebo or view it in the Calendar below for full details, including course content and booking instructions.

Power BI

Turn data into clear, useful insights with Power BI. These sessions cover both creating and working with reports in Power BI Desktop and confidently navigating, interrogating and analysing existing dashboards.

Power BI Desktop

Connect to and transform data, create reports, and publish your work using Power BI Desktop.

Interrogate and Explore Power BI Dashboards

Learn how to access, navigate, and analyse Power BI reports effectively

Click a course title in this section to open its page in Docebo or view it in the Calendar below for full details, including course content and booking instructions.

Training schedule

This calendar below shows our scheduled Business as Usual and Microsoft 365 sessions. Click on a course title to view its content and instructions for booking a place.

Note: To change the calendar view, click the dropdown arrow next to "Month" in the top-right corner and select either "Day" or "Week".

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Book a virtual 1:1 WoW session

Looking to get more from Microsoft 365? Our Ways of Working (WoW) How-to Guidance Sessions give you the chance to learn directly with the Digital Skills Team. Whether you want to master Outlook, get organised with OneDrive, or collaborate effectively in Teams, we’ll guide you step by step in a session tailored to you.

These live online sessions are designed to boost your confidence, streamline your work, and help you get the most from the Microsoft 365 tools you use every day.

Book your virtual WoW session

Docebo FAQ's

Docebo is the University’s Learning Management System (LMS), where all staff training is managed.

You can find courses in two main areas, both accessible from your Docebo User Home Page:

  • Learning Plans: Curated sets of courses designed around specific roles or needs. Examples include Core Training for New Staff, the Modern Work Programme (MWP), and Essential Training for Microsoft 365.
  • UoP Catalogue: Contains additional training not included in Learning Plans. It’s organised into sections, you’ll find our courses under Digital Skills.

To access Docebo, go to https://docebo.port.ac.uk/learn and select Single Sign-On.

Note: New staff typically gain access to Docebo the day after starting at the University.

  1. Log in to Docebo.
  2. On the login page, select the blue Single Sign-On button.
  3. When your User Homepage appears, select the My Learning Plans tile and click Explore.
  4. Your available Learning Plans will be displayed. Select a plan to view its content.
  5. Click Enrol next to the course you want to attend.
  6. To book a specific date, select Enrol next to your preferred session.
  7. You will receive a confirmation email with a calendar invite. Choose Accept to add it to your Outlook calendar.

Check out the video below to see how it’s done:

  1. Log in to Docebo.
  2. On the login page, select the blue Single Sign-On button.
  3. When your User Homepage appears, select the UoP Catalogue tile and click Explore.
  4. Select the Digital Skills tile and click Explore.
  5. All available course tiles will now be displayed.
  6. To find a specific course, scroll through the pages using the arrow keys or type a keyword into the Filter box.
  7. Click Enrol to view the available session dates.
  8. To book a specific session, select Enrol (Course Sessions) next to your preferred date.
  9. You will receive a confirmation email with a calendar invite. Choose Accept to add it to your Outlook calendar.

Check out the video below to see how it’s done:

There are two course options:

  • BAU (Business as Usual) courses.
  • Learning Plan courses, which include the Modern Work Programme mandatory training.

To make the required changes, open Docebo and log in by selecting the blue Single Sign-On button.

 

Option 1: Accessing BAU Courses

  1. From the User Homepage, select Explore within the My Courses tile.
  2. Click on the course you want to re-schedule.
  3. Select the More options icon (three dots in the top right corner).

Option 2: Accessing Learning Plan Courses

  1. From the User Homepage, select Explore within the Learning Plans tile.
  2. Open the relevant Learning Plan.
  3. Next to the course you are enrolled in, select Resume.
  4. Select the More options icon (three dots in the top right corner).

How to re-schedule your session

  1. From the drop-down list, choose Change session enrolment.
  2. Select a new date and time from the pop-up box.
  3. Click Change to confirm your new session time.

Check out the video below to see how it’s done:

  1. Log in to Docebo.
  2. On the login page, select the blue Single Sign-On button.
  3. Once signed in, your User Homepage will appear.
  4. Find the course you want to cancel, this will be listed either under your Learning Plan (for MWP courses) or in the UoP Catalogue (for BAU courses).
  5. Select Resume next to the course title.
  6. Click the More options icon (three dots in the top right corner).
  7. Choose Disenrol from this session to cancel your place.

Check out the video below to see how it’s done:

  1. To join an instructor-led session, choose one of the following options:
    • Option 1: Open the confirmation or reminder email from Docebo and click the link provided to access your session.
      Tip: search for “Docebo” in Outlook Mail if you can’t find your confirmation email
    • Option 2: Sign in to Docebo and open your User Homepage
    • Option 3: Go to the calendar event and click the Join button to join the meeting
  2. Open My Calendar (you may need to scroll down to find it).
  3. Go to the date of your training session.
  4. Click the dot shown on that date to open the session details (a pop-up box will appear).
  5. Select the Go to Event link.
  6. The course page will open and display a Join button. This button becomes available one hour before the session starts.

You can complete your mandatory Microsoft 365 training either by attending the instructor-led session via Microsoft Teams or by watching the video version in Docebo. Both options are equally valid and will be recorded as completed training.

 

  1. In the Docebo User Homepage, select the My Learning Plans tile, then click Explore.
  2. Your available Learning Plans will be displayed. Choose the Modern Work Programme Learning Plan: Essential Training for M365 option. You will then see a list of available courses. 
    • Courses with “– VIDEO” at the end of the title (for example, Essential OneDrive – VIDEO) are the video versions.
    • The same course without “– VIDEO” is the instructor-led option.
  3. Click Enrol next to the course you want to complete.
  4. Under Course items, select the lesson that matches the course title.
  5. Select Start learning now. If prompted with “Click to sign in and play video”, sign in using SSO with your University credentials.
  6. The video will load and you can press Play.

Important: The course will only be marked as complete once the entire video has been watched.

Customised training and project support

The Digital Skills team can provide tailored support to meet the specific needs of your project, team, or department. Whether you are launching a new system, improving existing workflows, or upskilling colleagues, we can help design practical solutions that make a difference.

We have supported a wide range of University projects, including:

  • Creating accessible, high-quality instructional videos.
  • Developing step-by-step user guides, documentation, and digital learning materials.
  • Designing and delivering customised training sessions for teams or departments.
  • Supporting system rollouts and staff engagement for digital transformation initiatives.
  • Advising on accessibility, digital adoption, and best practice in Microsoft 365 tools.

If you would like to discuss how we can support your project or training needs, please contact the team at [email protected] to arrange a meeting.

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LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning is an online video library of over 13,000 courses covering business, technical and creative skills. Many of the courses include exercise files and assessments to support hands-on learning.

With Curator access, staff can also create and share custom playlists of LinkedIn Learning videos with students.

LinkedIn Learning is available for all staff and students via Single Sign-On (SSO).

To access the platform, click the button below:

LinkedIn Learning

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