Events & Webinars
CPD events, workshops, and conferences for UK technology educators.
Cyber Awareness Day
Kingston University London is organising an excellent programme of presentations lined up for this year's Cyber Awareness Day, delivered by industry experts from organisations including KHIPU Networks, Palo Alto Networks and TrendMicro, Softcat and Mimecast. With this year's focus on AI, the sessions will explore how AI is changing the cyber threat landscape, from AI-generated phishing and deepfakes to the opportunities AI offers in defending against attacks. They're a fantastic chance to hear first-hand from people working at the forefront of the industry. The sessions are open to all students and staff, and no booking is required; simply come along. Whether you're studying cyber security, working with AI, or just want to stay safer online, there will be something valuable for everyone.
Cyber Security Enrichment Week
Cyber Enrichment Week gives University students hands-on experience across a range of cyber security fields. Partners from public and private organisations, along with individual practitioners, will deliver talks, practical sessions and workshops designed to build students' knowledge and skills. Our students choose and sign up for the activities that interest them, giving them the chance to explore different areas of cyber security and connect directly with people working in the field. If you would like to participate, please contact us and we can share our programme and you can sign up to attend activities that interest you.
Cyberscape 2026
This was the first and largest cyber security event held at Kingston University since the institution achieved Gold status in the Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education (ACE-CSE). The discussion was broad and covered a range of topics, from AI security and the evolving threat landscape to the role of women in the cyber security industry. In the context of recent cyber attack incidents, for example, the compromise of freezer software by cyber attackers, which resulted in significant food wastage, cyber security is now more important than ever, particularly for food security, global warming and sustainable development. One of the main objectives of the Kingston ACE-CSE-Gold is to encourage emerging cyber leaders to collaborate with industry, the local community and researchers. Accordingly, we encouraged students and the Kingston Tech Society to lead the event, with support from cyber academics, professionals, and the ACE-CSE team. The event was well organised and achieved its objectives, and we will continue to hold such events in the future.
Cyber Innovation Showcase 2026: A Day of Insight, Inspiration, and Collaboration
The Cyber Innovation Showcase 2026, hosted at Sheffield Hallam University in collaboration with CSE-CONNECT, YCSC, BCS SY. This will be the fourth year running, attracting a diverse audience of professionals, academics, and students eager to learn about the latest developments in cybersecurity. Throughout the day, participants will enjoy a series of engaging keynote speeches and discussions on various topics, including cyber skills, navigating the job market, and addressing challenges related to diversity in the industry.
Next Generation Cyber - Sheffield Hallam Festival of Computing 2026
Next Generation Cyber is an annual cyber security showcase held as part of the Festival of Computing 2026 at Sheffield Hallam University. Proudly sponsored by BCS South Yorkshire and delivered in partnership with the Yorkshire Cyber Security Cluster, the event celebrates innovation, collaboration, and emerging talent within the cyber security community. Bringing together students, academics, industry professionals, and employers, the event provides a platform to showcase outstanding student projects in Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, and Networking, while fostering knowledge exchange between academia and industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from expert speakers, explore cutting-edge research and innovations, network with professionals, and gain insights into the latest developments, career pathways, and collaboration opportunities within the cyber sector. Whether you are a student aspiring to build your professional network, an academic interested in emerging research, or an employer looking to engage with the next generation of cyber talent, Next Generation Cyber offers a unique opportunity to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of cyber security. External visitors and industry professionals are welcome to attend all or part of the event.
The Sheffield Siege CTF
This Jeopardy-style competition will challenge your skills across a variety of areas, including web security, reverse engineering, forensics, cryptography, and infrastructure, with tasks suitable for all levels. Whether you're an experienced competitor or completely new to CTFs, The Sheffield Siege is designed to be inclusive and beginner-friendly, with challenges suitable for all skill levels. It’s a fantastic opportunity to sharpen your skills, collaborate with others, and connect with the cyber community. -Both in-person and online participation available -Prizes available for in-person participants only All challenges are created exclusively for this event by our partner Hack The Box and will not appear on their main platform, making this a truly unique CTF experience.