Engineering Education: Opportunities & Events

The Centre for Engineering Education (CEE) is committed to supporting teaching staff in their professional development. It provides access to scholarship opportunities, conferences, and events that enhance engineering education. Below are some upcoming opportunities for learning, collaboration, and sharing best practices.
Upcoming Events & Conferences (outside of TUoS)
9-11 June 2025 | Manchester
For engineering academics across the UK and beyond.
GTA Developers Conference
25 June 2025 | University of Warwick | (Registration opening soon)
For those supporting Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) in any capacity.
Regenerative Design Education Anti-Conference
26 June 2025 | Bristol | )
An alternative approach to conference engagement—focused on discussion and collaboration.
3-4 July 2025 | Manchester | Submission of extended abstracts: 7 May
A key event for those involved in Engineering Education Research (EER).
SEFI Annual Conference 2025
15-18 September 2025 | Tampere, Finland |
The largest European conference on engineering education, featuring global perspectives.
Latest Publications & Resources:
- Beck SB, Lazari P, Di Benedetti M. (2025) 'Lab group size and laboratory duration.' International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Education. 0(0). []
- Rewarding Teaching in Academic Careers – Dr Ruth Graham ()
Engineering and Teaching Shorts (for TUoS staff only)
- AERO Group Design Project led by Phil Leighton, Thursday 27 February, 1pm, Diamond Workroom 1
- Open Educational Resources led by Helen Moor and Tom Howard, Tuesday 4 March, 1pm, 38 Mappin St, Workroom 3.
- Assessment and Students' Skills in a World of Generative AI led by Andrew Barr and Kevin Nolan (UC Dublin). Wednesday 12 March, 12:15, Diamond Lecture Thatre 8 (first floor)
- Baseline Digital Learning AI and Education at 91Ö±²¥ led by Kate Richardon, James Little, Greg Shaw and Laurie Wilson, Thursday 20 March, 1pm, Diamond Workroom 1