Stuart Smith
Chief Executive Officer, NCUK
Global Engagement Conference 2024
We are delighted to invite you to NCUK’s first Global Engagement Conference since the pandemic, hosted this year at the University of Huddersfield, one of our founding university partners.
Dates: Monday 25 November – Thursday 28 November 2024
Location: University of Huddersfield
What is Included:
- 2-Day Pathway Education and TNE Conference: Engage with leading universities and sector influencers.
- Catering: Enjoy welcome pastries, lunch, and coffee on both conference days.
- Evening Reception: Complimentary drinks reception on the first evening at the University.
- Awards Dinner: Complimentary ticket to the NCUK Global Engagement Awards and dinner 2024.
Additional Information:
While the event is free for our valued partners, attendees are required to cover the costs of flights, internal transfers, and accommodation.
This event is an excellent opportunity for best practice development, networking, and learning more about NCUK’s ambitious plans as part of our five-year strategic plan. We look forward to welcoming you or a representative of your Study Centre to this fantastic event.
Why attend?
By attending this conference, participants can gain a comprehensive overview of the global education landscape, build strong relationships, and explore new opportunities to support student success.
Global Reach and Networking
- Connect with NCUK Study Centres: Engage with representatives from various countries to explore potential partnerships, collaborations, and student recruitment opportunities.
- Meet university partners: Build relationships with top universities worldwide to understand their admission requirements, course offerings, and scholarship opportunities.
- Expand your professional network: Connect with industry experts, education professionals, and fellow attendees to share knowledge and insights.
Insights and Knowledge
- Learn about global education trends: Gain valuable insights into the international education industry and stay updated on the latest developments.
- Discover NCUK’s offerings: further understand NCUK’s programs, qualifications, and student support services.
- Explore partnerships opportunities: Learn more about NCUK’s partners, collaborations and their student benefits.
Speakers
Professor Victoria O’Donnell
Chief Academic Officer, NCUK
Nicholas Cuthbert
Director of Insight, The Pie
Dr Anthony Manning
Dean for Global and Lifelong Learning, University of Kent
Charley Robinson
Head of Global Mobility Policy, Universities UK International
Rachel MacSween
Director of Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement, IDP Connect
Jacqui Jenkins
Global Programme Lead – International student mobility, British Council
Oliver Jawara
Director, Nous Group
Andy Howells
Chief Marketing Officer, NCUK
Matt Dean
Executive Director, International, Aston University
Anne Marie Graham
Chief Executive, UKCISA
Chris Andrewartha
Chief Information Officer, NCUK
Learn more about our speakers here:
Accommodation
Attendees must secure, book, and cover their own travel and accommodation. This includes the total costs of flights, internal transfers, and accommodation throughout the event.
Option 1 - Cedar Court Hotel
We have reserved rooms at Cedar Court Hotel in Huddersfield, but the number of places is limited. Please book your accommodation as soon as possible.
Cedar Court Hotel, Huddersfield Booking Guidance: Guests wishing to book these rooms should call reservations on 01422 375431 (Option 1) or email reservations.huddersfield@cedarcourthotels.co.uk and use the code ‘HUD251124’. You must use this code to benefit from the secured rooms and corporate pricing rate.
Other hotels are available, but we only have allocations at this hotel reserved for NCUK’s attendees.
Option 2 - In Huddersfield
These hotels are just a short walk from the University of Huddersfield, so you will not need coach transportation if you stay at one of them:
Option 3 - Outside Huddersfield
We have arranged for free coach transfers between the following hotels and the conference/awards venue throughout the event:
Recommended Stay Dates
To fully benefit from the conference and related activities, we advise you to stay during one of the following periods:
- Monday, 25 November 2024 – Friday, 29 November 2024 if you wish to organise meetings with NCUK colleagues on the Thursday after the conference
- Monday, 25 November 2024 – Thursday, 28 November 2024 if you wish to depart straight away after the conference
Transport
We have arranged for free coach transfers between the following hotels and the conference/awards venue throughout the event from these hotels:
If you choose to stay at another hotel or are not ready to depart at the pre-published times, then transport to and from the conference venue and/or awards venue will be your responsibility (and at your own cost).
Anyone staying in a local hotel in Huddersfield Town Centre will be dropped off at the University Campus after the conclusion of the Awards Dinner and not at their hotel.
Visa Supporting Letters
Visa letters requested will be issued in August. If you require a visa letter, please ensure your request is submitted promptly.
Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at comms@ncuk.ac.uk or speak to your Account Manager.
Awards
The Global Engagement Conference Awards 2024, will be held on Tuesday, November 26th, at 7:00 PM at John Smith’s Stadium in Huddersfield.
This event will recognise and celebrate our delivery partners’ outstanding achievements and contributions. There are 27 awards throughout the evening, with five of these being submission-based awards, allowing your study centre to put together your nomination for the category.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this event, please email comms@ncuk.ac.uk