Annual Conference for Teachers and Advisers 2022

A globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting – Durham is a university like no other. We have a unique collegiate system. Colleges are mixed communities from all subject areas offering more than just a place to live. Offering a huge range of activities and support.

Ranked amongst the top 15 Universities in the United Kingdom, and within the top 150 worldwide, Lancaster provides an exciting opportunity for prospective students. Central to the Lancaster experience are our colleges, which provide a supportive environment for students to socialise and develop their network on our 560-acre parkland campus. As a university invested in combining a friendly environment with cutting-edge teaching and research, we are proud to offer a wide range of courses taught by experts in their field. With excellent transport links with the rest of the UK, Lancaster provides an array of opportunities for students, whether they want to explore a major city or a UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Always with an eye on the future, Lancaster is a dynamic university determined to provide an exceptional student experience.

Newcastle University is a top 110 global university and offers over 185 undergraduate courses. The campus is in the heart of Newcastle city centre, welcoming over 29,000 students from 140 countries. With over 180 societies and 60 sports clubs, students can discover new passions and make friendships lasting a lifetime.

Arts University Plymouth is the UKs newest specialist Arts University. Our vision is for a new kind of arts university for the 21st century, preparing graduates who are uniquely placed to provide creative solutions to the complex global challenges of our times.Founded in 1856 as the Plymouth Drawing School, the University offers a comprehensive spectrum of specialist undergraduate, postgraduate and pre-degree study in Arts, Design and Media – combining over 165 years of creativity with contemporary thinking and cutting-edge, industry standard resources.Our 13,000 square metres of studios and workshops across four city-centre sites are filled with professional workspaces, studios and state-of-the-art facilities. Currently home to over 1500 students but with ambitions to grow, our vibrant community is a thriving creative hub of collaboration and innovation, thinking and making.Our LABS provide open access to workshops for all students across the range of disciplines, breaking down barriers and providing unique opportunities for interdisciplinary exchange. We were voted Winner of the Whatuni 2022 Award for Best Small or Specialist University, and won Silver in May 2023. Also voted the Top Arts University in the UK for student satisfaction in the 2022 National Student Survey.

At Teesside University we can deliver a range of workshops and presentations to support students throughout their journey. We also have a variety of resources on offer aimed at supporting teachers, careers advisers and support staff to help their students.

Part of the Russell Group, The University of Manchester is a research intensive institution dedicated to making a difference in the world. Our undergraduate courses are informed by world-leading minds, bringing the latest research directly to the classroom.

The University of Bath is a Triple Top 10 UK university and has been named University of the Year by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023. We are located on the outskirts of the world heritage city of Bath, just 80 minutes by train from London. Bath is the only UK research-intensive university offering all students valuable study abroad or placements. This means you gain valuable work experience and makes you extremely employable upon graduation.

Since 1963, UEA has been breaking down boundaries between students and researchers, arts and science, business and social responsibility. We’re redefining what a university is and how it can best prepare students for a future in a rapidly changing world. We're a medium-sized campus university in the beautiful and thriving city of Norwich.

The University of South Wales offers a full range of qualifications that focus on real-world problems and challenges. Our state-of-the-art facilities across each campus provide students with invaluable hands-on learning and our links to industry and work experience opportunities ensure that our students are ready for what the future holds.

Warwick is one of the top 10 universities in the UK, and within the top 100 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2022). By exploring your intellectual curiosity at Warwick, you’ll be confident you’ve developed the skillset that sets you apart. You’ll have the potential to go anywhere if you bring your energy and determination to succeed. What that success looks like is up to you.