23 June 2026, The Spark
Join us for the Solent Learning, Teaching and Research (SLTR) Conference at the Spark, East Park Terrace campus, for an exciting day of exchange, inspiration and collaboration centred on practice-led higher education.
Through an engaging keynote speaker, interactive workshops, inspiring presentations and a dynamic exhibition, we’ll explore how practice-led approaches spark meaningful learning experiences and empower students to thrive; both within and beyond the classroom.
Watch this video of last year's conference for a taste of what to expect.
Come to connect, share and innovate
Whether you’re eager to showcase your own work, learn from others’ experiences or simply explore new ideas, the SLTR conference offers a space to celebrate creativity, collaboration and real-world impact across disciplines.
We’d love to hear from you if these questions spark your curiosity:
- How can practice-led approaches bridge learning, industry and the ‘real’ world?
- How can students, staff and external partners co-create inclusive, impactful learning experiences?
- How can complex knowledge be transformed into meaningful tasks through authentic assessment and technology?
- How can effective practice be shared, scaled and celebrated across disciplines?
Conference highlights
At the Solent Learning, Teaching and Research Conference, we celebrate the role of quality education in inclusive and sustainable practice, and explore ways to continue building dynamic learning, teaching, and research communities. Here are just some of the highlights you'll experience on the day.
View the conference timetablePresentation and poster submissions
We're interested to hear how your practice is making or will make a difference to the diverse communities of students or staff at Solent University. We offer two routes for presenting: a poster presentation that will be part of the poster exhibition, available throughout the day; or a 15-minute full presentation with sessions taking place both morning and afternoon.
Whether you're sharing new ideas or established practice, this is a chance to connect with others, gain feedback and contribute to practice-led learning across the University.
Submission deadline: Friday 17 April 2026
