Conferences for teachers and advisers

Throughout the year, we host a variety of events to support teachers and advisers and keep them informed about current higher education and university admissions trends.

We host a range of events to support teachers and careers advisers, helping you stay informed about the latest developments in higher education and university admissions.

Our conferences provide valuable insights into the University of Birmingham’s courses, opportunities, and sector-wide admissions updates. They are designed to equip you with the knowledge to guide your students through their university applications confidently.

What to expect:

  • Expert speakers sharing updates on admissions trends and sector changes
  • Advice from Admissions tutors to help support your students with their application
  • Opportunities to ask questions and network with peers
  • Free attendance, including lunch

All events are advertised on this webpage.

London conference for teachers and advisers

Our annual London conference, jointly organised with the University of Nottingham, brings together speakers from both universities, giving delegates the opportunity to be updated by admissions experts and receive advice about applying to courses at two of the Midlands largest universities.

Next event: Wednesday 3 June 2026, 9:15 - 15:30

The day includes a full programme of talks with plenty of opportunity to get your questions answered, plus a hot fork buffet lunch. It's free to attend but booking is essential.

 

Programme of events

Timing Event
9:15 - 9:45 Arrival and refreshments
9:45 - 9:55 Welcome and housekeeping
9:55 - 10:40

Topical issues in Higher Education

Nick Hull, Director of Admissions, University of Birmingham

Rachel Gillam, Deputy Director of Student Recruitment, University of Nottingham

10:40 - 10:45 Session transition
10:45 - 11:25

Breakout session one
1.1 New courses
Biomedical Sciences - University of Nottingham
Film and Television - University of Birmingham

 

1.2 Engineering and Computing
Computer Science - University of Birmingham
Electronic and Computer Engineering - University of Nottingham

11:25 - 11:40 Break
11:40 - 12:40

Breakout session two
2.1 Multi-disciplinary degrees
Liberal Arts - University of Nottingham
Natural Sciences - University of Birmingham
Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) - University of Birmingham

 

2.2 Arts subjects
English - University of Nottingham
History - University of Birmingham
Philosophy - University of Nottingham

12:40 - 13:25 Lunch
13:25 - 14:10

Working with employers to gain positive outcomes

Degree Apprenticeships – University of Nottingham

Working with employers – University of Birmingham

14:10 - 14:15

Session transition

14:15 - 15:15

Breakout session three
3.1 Business, Marketing and Languages
Business - University of Nottingham
Marketing - University of Birmingham
Modern Languages - University of Birmingham

 

3.2 Medicine
Dr Mandy Hampshire - Director of Admissions & UKFP Lead, University of Nottingham

Representative from Medicine at the University of Birmingham

15:15 - 15:30

Evaluation and conference close

University of Birmingham conference for teachers and advisers

Held on our Edgbaston campus every two years, this conference offers an in-depth look at a selection of our courses and opportunities for students plus admissions updates.

Next event: 2027

 

Contact us

Please contact studentrecruitment@contacts.bham.ac.uk for further information about our conferences.