Our integrated calendar shows a range of events and workshops offered by various teams within QMU, as well as free events offered by external organisations. All of these events are open to QMU staff, and some are open to QMU collaborative partners and external colleagues - please check the relevant information for each event listing. The events below will enable you to access the full range of events on offer.

Events

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Basics of Teaching in Canvas Online

This hands-on session will demonstrate Canvas basics such as navigation, communication tool tips, basic editing functions, and how to access further support. Recommended for new staff.
Date:
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     QMU Research Staff     QMU Academic Staff  
Categories:
  Canvas Session 1  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 8 seats left

The Virtual Classroom using MS Teams via MS Education in Canvas Online

This session is relevant to all QMU staff and Partner Institutions and will be held on MS Teams. Participants will need to have completed the Canvas basics course for Teachers so they understand how...  More
Date:
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Time:
10:15am - 11:00am
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     QMU Academic Staff  
Categories:
  Canvas Session 3  
Registrations are fully booked!

IMMERSE (Online) 2 Day Introduction to Teaching in HE - Day 1 Online

Join us for IMMERSE (Online) - a two day introduction to teaching and learning in higher education. The course has been designed for QMU on-campus, online staff, partner staff and PhD students who are...  More
Date:
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Time:
9:30am - 4:00pm
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     Collaborative Partners Staff     QMU Contract Researchers     QMU Research Staff     QMU Academic Staff     QMU Doctoral Candidates  
Categories:
  Collaborative partners welcome     LEAD Workshops  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 6 seats left

The Virtual Classroom using MS Teams via MS Education in Canvas Online

This session is relevant to all QMU staff and Partner Institutions and will be held on MS Teams. Participants will need to have completed the Canvas basics course for Teachers so they understand how...  More
Date:
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Time:
2:15pm - 3:00pm
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     QMU Academic Staff  
Categories:
  Canvas Session 3  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 4 seats left

IMMERSE (Online) 2 Day Introduction to Teaching in HE - Day 2 Online

Join us for IMMERSE (Online) - a two day introduction to teaching and learning in higher education. The course has been designed for QMU on-campus, online staff, partner staff and PhD students who are...  More
Date:
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Time:
9:30am - 3:00pm
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     Collaborative Partners Staff     QMU Contract Researchers     QMU Research Staff     QMU Academic Staff     QMU Doctoral Candidates  
Categories:
  Collaborative partners welcome     LEAD Workshops  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 8 seats left

The Virtual Classroom using MS Teams via MS Education in Canvas Online

This session is relevant to all QMU staff and Partner Institutions and will be held on MS Teams. Participants will need to have completed the Canvas basics course for Teachers so they understand how...  More
Date:
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Time:
11:00am - 11:45am
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     QMU Academic Staff  
Categories:
  Canvas Session 3  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 5 seats left

Basics of Teaching in Canvas Online

This hands-on session will demonstrate Canvas basics such as navigation, communication tool tips, basic editing functions, and how to access further support. Recommended for new staff.
Date:
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     QMU Research Staff     QMU Academic Staff  
Categories:
  Canvas Session 1  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 9 seats left

Learning Teaching and Assessment Strategy Workshop In-Person

The LEAD Centre and GQE are facilitating a workshop on the new QMU Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy which has been approved by the Student Experience Committee and closely aligns with...  More
Date:
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Time:
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location:
2170
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     QMU Academic Staff  
Categories:
  LEAD Workshops  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 24 seats left

Research Grants and Contract Unit (RGCU) Drop-in Session In-Person

RGCU provides support for all aspects of applying for and managing research grants and other externally funded project income. This includes utilising the Research Professional tool to identify...  More
Date:
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Time:
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 20 seats left

The Virtual Classroom using MS Teams via MS Education in Canvas Online

This session is relevant to all QMU staff and Partner Institutions and will be held on MS Teams. Participants will need to have completed the Canvas basics course for Teachers so they understand how...  More
Date:
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Time:
2:15pm - 3:00pm
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     QMU Academic Staff  
Categories:
  Canvas Session 3  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 9 seats left

The Virtual Classroom using MS Teams via MS Education in Canvas Online

This session is relevant to all QMU staff and Partner Institutions and will be held on MS Teams. Participants will need to have completed the Canvas basics course for Teachers so they understand how...  More
Date:
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Time:
11:00am - 11:45am
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     QMU Academic Staff  
Categories:
  Canvas Session 3  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 8 seats left

Toolkit for Validation and Review: EDI, Decolonising, Sustainability: Workshop Online

The LEAD Centre and GQE are facilitating a workshop on the QMU Toolkit for Revalidation and Review, which covers EDI, Decolonising and Sustainability. The Toolkit was rolled out for validation and...  More
Date:
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Time:
11:00am - 12:30pm
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     Collaborative Partners Staff     QMU Academic Staff  
Categories:
  Collaborative partners welcome     QMU Staff only  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 38 seats left

Introduction to learning technologies at QMU Online

In this session we introduce the available platforms and tools that are used in teaching and learning at QMU. This includes the Hub, our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), collaboration tools,...  More
Date:
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time:
11:00am - 11:30am
Audience:
  QMU Teaching Staff     QMU Professional Services Staff     Collaborative Partners Staff     QMU Research Staff     QMU Academic Staff  
Categories:
  QMU Staff only  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 14 seats left

Gallup CliftonStrengths® Workshop 1: How to find Joy and get stuff done in a way that works for you Online

NOTE: Please register with RKEDU (rkedu@qmu.ac.uk) first to access the initial assessment link. The premise behind the Gallup CliftonStrengths® is “what if everyone could do what brings them joy...  More
Date:
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Audience:
  QMU Academic Staff     QMU Doctoral Candidates  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 18 seats left

Converge Drop-In Session In-Person

The Converge drop-in and advice sessions offer support and advice to take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey! Converge work with Scotland’s universities to empower staff, students and...  More
Date:
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Time:
10:00am - 4:00pm
Audience:
  QMU Current Students     QMU Academic Staff  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 20 seats left