The UVAC National Conference 2023 is the perfect place to learn, connect, and grow.
Our conference programme is now confirmed and features a range of informative and engaging talks, presentations, and workshops on a variety of topics concerning the very best of design and development, research and CPD.
MORNING KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS:
Co-creating Apprenticeship programmes with Employers; University of Exeter in conversation with Amazon – Associate Prof. Rachael Johnstone University of Exeter, Jo Simovic Amazon, Sarah Tudor. University of Exeter Business School
AI and what it means to learning and assessment -Erica Farmer Quantum Rise
WHOLE CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS:
Opportunities for growth that integrating AI / Large Language Models (LLM) into higher apprenticeship offerings can afford – Panel Session hosted by Event Sponsors APTEM
Streamlining apprenticeship delivery framed around the apprentice experience to improve productivity, performance and inform apprenticeship management system requirements – Hosted by Event Sponsors FISSS
BREAKOUT SESSION ONE:
Choose one session from the following:
Recognition of Prior Learning and accelerated degree apprenticeships – Helen Pokorny University of Hertfordshire
Driving Growth by Delivering Exceptional Apprenticeship Provision: A Step Change for HE? – Lou Doyle MESMA Dan Lally Sheffield Hallam
University Managing the compliance risk during growth – scaling provision and avoiding the common pitfalls -David Lockhart-Hawkins Strategic Development Network
Surfacing The Practices of Apprenticeship Tripartite Reviewer/Coaches In Business Schools -Dr Helen Charlton Northumbria University Dr Phil Power -Mason Hertfordshire Business School
AI for the Average Joe in Education – Erica Farmer & Hayley Bird Quantum Rise
AFTERNOON SESSION
BREAKOUT SESSION TWO:
Choose one session from the following:
1.Going for Growth: Productivity, Policy and Performance in Higher and Degree Apprenticeships. A model for managing growth – Jane Welbourn Lee Jones Leeds Beckett
How to get MORE mileage with the handbrake up: Higher Degree Apprenticeships – Dr Trevor Gerhardt Kent Business School Becky Quew-Jones University of Portsmouth
All you need to know about Higher Technical Qualifications – David Rowley NCFE Prof. Liz Cleaver UVAC
Supporting high quality at a time of growth: Using a systems-thinking approach to determine quality system requirements in university delivered higher and degree apprenticeships – Andy King Nottingham Trent University
Enhancing Productivity, Policy Implementation and Performance by integrating the Apprentice Learner Journey within the University Student Experience Framework – Dr David Oloke University of Brighton
BREAKOUT SESSION THREE:
Choose one session from the following:
Degree Apprenticeships in England: motivations of degree apprentices and employers -Dana Dabbous Andrea Laczik Josh Patel Edge Foundation
Exploring the potential of work- based projects carried out as part of degree apprenticeships to contribute to workplace productivity – Prof. Jonathan Garnett Garnett Professional Development Paula Reynier Leeds Trinity University
Upskilling Graduates of Degree apprentices: finding workplace solutions in learning in and from practice – Dr Sue Elmer Katie Simpson Leeds Trinity University
Widening Participation in Higher and Degree Apprenticeships – Associate Prof. Rachael Johnstone University of Exeter Karen Squire University of Exeter Business School
Revitalising Leadership: Exploring Higher Apprenticeships for mid-career growth and impact – Prof. Elaine Limond University College Birmingham
AFTERNOON KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS:
Degree Apprenticeships and Levy 2.0 – Anthony Painter CMI
Final Keynote – Sam Callear, Deputy Director of Policy, IfATE
Whether you join us in person or virtually also you’ll have the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals, share your ideas, and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and developments in the field of higher level apprenticeships.
