Overview
This is a new Universities UK conference exploring the growing role of universities in supporting the UK's defence, security and national resilience ambitions and the development of the Defence Universities Alliance.
Bringing together higher education leaders, government, industry and sector partners, this one-day event will examine how universities are contributing through research, innovation, skills, education and strategic partnerships and how they can shape future collaboration
Why should you attend?
This year’s conference will provide:
- Insights into emerging government priorities across defence, security and resilience and how universities can engage.
- Perspectives from universities, policymakers and industry leaders
- Discussions on research, innovation and skills to support national capability.
- How collaboration can address the challenge of accelerating innovation and adoption
- Opportunities to explore partnerships between higher education, government and industry.
- Interactive discussions on the future role of universities in defence and security.
Expect thought-provoking keynote speakers, practical insights and plenty of opportunities to network, exchange ideas and connect with colleagues from across the sector.
You will also be able to access the recordings of the plenary sessions after the event.
Have any questions?
Contact us at [email protected] or call 020 7419 5459.
We allow delegates to cancel their bookings up to one month before the event and receive a refund. If this applies to you, please contact us at the email above.
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Who should attend?
You work in a university and your role touches defence, security or dual-use research – whether you lead it, fund it, safeguard it, partner on it, or build the talent pipeline behind it.
Who should attend
- Vice-Chancellors and senior leadership teams
- Pro-Vice-Chancellors for Research, Innovation and International
- Directors and Heads of Research, Innovation and Knowledge Exchange
- Trusted research, export control and research security leads
- Information security, risk and compliance staff
- Deans and Heads of School in relevant disciplines
- Policy, public affairs and external relations staff
- Careers, skills and employer partnership leads
Pricing
This event is VAT Exempt.
Booking
This event is VAT Exempt.
T&Cs
Terms and Conditions:
In registering for this event, you agree to the following terms: cancellations must be received in writing (to [email protected]) by 01 April 2027 to qualify for a refund. We regret that no refund can be made for cancellations received after this time; however substitute delegates will be accepted. If sending a substitute delegate please provide the registered delegate’s full name and the substitute delegate’s full name, job title, organisation, and email address to [email protected].
Non-payment of an invoice does not count as cancellation and you will still be liable for the full cost. Non-appearances on the day are also liable for the full cost. Refunds for places paid for online using a credit or debit card will be returned minus the transaction fee charged by our booking site.
This event is VAT Exempt.
Membership Code Request
Please use the form below to request your membership code. You will receive an email within a few minutes.
Sponsorship
We have a range of sponsorship opportunities available at our events. Please see our webpage for more information, or contact Magda/Jacob: [email protected]