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Wednesday 25th June 2025 – all day event. In-person, Victoria Rooms.
You can register for an all day ticket (includes lunch) or morning/afternoon only (without lunch).
Please ensure you use the correct link below:
University of Bristol staff
University of Bristol students
External delegates
Highlights (visit the conference homepage for the full programme)
Register for full day, or morning/afternoon only
Morning keynote presentation from James Norman (Professor of Sustainable Design, School of Civil, Aerospace and Design Engineeringat Bristol)
Afternoon keynote presentation from Anke Schwittay(Sussex University)
Lunchtime poster presentations
BILT Student Research Gallery
Stalls and posters available throughout the day
Refreshments and lunch included
Conference overview
Higher Education (HE) is at a crossroads, navigating rapid technological advancements, evolving societal expectations, and increasingly diverse student needs. The conference, “Education for a changing world” invites staff and students to come together and explore innovative approaches to pedagogy that prepare students and institutions for the challenges and opportunities that face us both today and in the future.
The conference will address key questions, including:
How can education embrace change and foster innovation?
What strategies and practices can ensure teaching remains inclusive, sustainable, and impactful in an ever-evolving global landscape?
How do we balance current good practice with innovation to meet the needs of tomorrow’s learners?