Issue #6 - September 2024

Welcome to the September edition of our ‘Events at UUKi’ newsletter!?

?

As we are preparing to step into October, our busy events calendar kicks off with the annual Transnational Education Conference, now open to the wider sector.

Additionally, we’re also gearing up for our very first Global Research and Innovation Conference, promising meaningful conversations about the future of international research and innovation. Read on to discover more about these events and other highlights in our comprehensive UUKi calendar!

Take a moment to explore the details and make sure you’ve saved the dates for what we have in store.?

Transnational Education Conference 2024?

??? Date: 8-9 October 2024??? Location: Senate House, University of London, Malet St, London WC1E 7HU? ?? Register Here ?

We eagerly anticipate welcoming our #TNE2024 participants next week at Senate House for an immersive exploration of all things TNE. Our program includes exciting panels and breakout sessions, such as:?

?

• Forging Fairer Futures: The Imperative for Equitable Partnerships?

• Chaired by Charles Cormack of Cormack Consultancy Group, this timely session delves into the critical importance of developing fair and equitable partnerships with universities in the Global South.?

• Strategic and Impactful Engagement with India: Advancing Viksit Bharat@2047 through a Global Campus?

• Learn how UK institutions can collaborate with India to offer high-quality, research-driven courses, internships, and global study opportunities. Our experts will share insights on fostering impactful educational partnerships aligned with India’s long-term goals.?

Discover more exciting sessions we have on offer and make sure you join us at #TNE2024 to remain ahead of the curve!?

But wait, there’s more! Our networking partner, NCUK, will introduce the drinks reception at the end of Day one of the conference, exclusively for our membership. ?????

As we prepare for the conference, NCUK has featured a blog piece highlighting their TNE efforts over the last 30 years.??

Dive into their insightful blog: 30 Years of NCUK Making TNE Happen .

Global Research and Innovation Conference 2024?

??? Date: 31 October 2024 | ?? Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm (GMT)? ?? Location: Woburn House, 20 Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9HQ? ?? Register Here ?

We are delighted to announce, the ministerial address will be delivered by none other than Lord Patrick Vallance, Minister for Science, Research and Innovation. This will be one of his first times addressing the sector so make sure you don’t miss out on the opportunity to stay ahead of the curve. ???

At Global Research and Innovation 2024, we will also be joined by highly recognisable profiles within the R&I sector. Dame Jessica Corner, Professor Charlotte Watts, and Frances Wood will join an outstanding lineup of experts, guiding our audience through the most critical issues shaping the present and future of research and innovation. Check out the other high-level profiles awaiting their turn on the #GRI2024 stage.?

?? Check out the full agenda?

With a complete agenda, this premier event promises to open critical discussions for deeper conversations, tackling issues such as international collaboration supporting national interests and truly equitable partnerships.??

Explore the agenda and secure your spot at the table! ?????

International Student Recruitment Conference??

??? Date: 2 December 2024 | ?? Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm (GMT)??? Location: In-person and Remote options available???? Register Here ?

We are thrilled to announce the preliminary agenda for this year’s International Student Recruitment Conference!?

Given the previous government’s attempts to curb net migration, international student recruitment faces serious challenges. However, universities are responding with innovative strategies to adapt. This UUKi members-only conference provides a unique opportunity for attendees to learn from peers, share strategies, and find solutions.?

Expect in-depth conversations, dynamic Q&A sessions, and practical takeaways to enhance your recruitment strategies.?

In preparation for this highly anticipated conference, our Policy Adviser for Immigration and International Recruitment,?Suraj Modhvadiya, provides a current-state snapshot of international recruitment data.?

Read more about the most recent insights into international student recruitment in this blog titled:?What's next for international student recruitment? ?

International Higher Education Forum 2025?

??? Date: 4-5 June 2025 ?? Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, B15 2TT???? Register Here ?

Following our most successful International Higher Education Forum (IHEF) to date, we’re taking IHEF to the historic campus of the University of Birmingham! Known for its pioneering role in the development of higher education in the UK, it will serve as the perfect backdrop for next year’s forum. Join us for two days of thought-provoking discussions on the future of global higher education?

Find out more about the history of our new location here .??

Thank you for reading Issue #6 of the Events at UUKi newsletter. If you have any queries, please contact us at [email protected] .??

The UUKi Events Team?