About Networkshop 2026
Future-ready networks: empowering education through intelligent connectivity: 23 and 24 June, Nottingham Trent University and online.
At Networkshop, a community of IT experts and professionals from across education and research come together to share insights, strategies, and ideas, collectively empowering education and research through intelligent connectivity.
From technical specialists to senior leaders, attendees will expand their knowledge, spark collaboration, and explore how to deliver secure, flexible and resilient networks that drive collaboration and innovation whilst managing tighter budgets and rising demands. This year’s event will empower you to build future-ready networks with confidence.
Join us at Networkshop 2026
Programme themes
Three key themes run through the two-day event programme:
- Resilient and sustainable infrastructure: Modernise your infrastructure without compromises. Build robust, scalable and responsible networks amid rising costs
- Inclusive and collaborative education ecosystems: Explore how secure, resilient networks can support digital equity, collaboration and innovation
- Intelligent networks for adaptive learning and research: Discover how AI and automation are transforming network operations, flexible learning and research efficiency
This year’s programme will include:
- New for 2026: curated sessions designed for attendees in strategic, tactical, and operational roles, ensuring an experience tailored to your needs
- Presentations: a deep dive into a specific topic
- Lightning talks: a quick-fire talk grouped with other speakers on the same theme
- Panel discussions: a group discussion on a subject offering a variety of perspectives
- Workshops: a group discussion involving participation from attendees on a specific topic
Networkshop 2026 is a CPD-accredited event
Jisc is a member of the CPD Certification Service - by attending Networkshop 2026 you could add this learning time to your individual continuing professional development goals. After the event, attendees receive a digital certificate with CPD points to add to your personal log or organisational file.
Venue
Networkshop 2026 is taking place at NTU events and conference building, part of Nottingham Trent University, Burton Street, Nottingham, NG1 4BU.
Accessibility
Our events are committed to being neuro-inclusive and accessible for all attendees. Throughout the sessions, please be aware that there may be changes in lighting, video content, and clapping. We aim to create a supportive environment for everyone. If you have any questions or need further information, please email us at events@jisc.ac.uk.
Sustainability – reducing our global impact
We are working hard to reduce the impact that Networkshop 2026 has on the environment, locally and globally.
Location
Networkshop is held at the Nottingham Trent University events and conferencing building in the centre of Nottingham, enabling easy and efficient access using public transport from across the UK.
Nottingham Trent University is a 19-minute walk from Nottingham train station or a short 9-minute tram ride away.
Networkshop is held at the Nottingham Trent University events and conferencing building in the centre of Nottingham, enabling easy and efficient access using public transport from across the UK.
Nottingham Trent University is a 19-minute walk from Nottingham train station or a short 9-minute tram ride away.
Venue
Nottingham Trent University is fully committed to its green credentials, and actively promotes sustainability across a wide range of initiatives. As one of the largest universities in the UK with 33,000 students and 4,000 colleagues, they are working hard to become the most environmentally responsible university.
NTU has been a certified user of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System for over a decade and are continuing to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability through several initiatives:
- In 2020, NTU came 4th in the UI Green Metric World University Rankings, cementing the University’s position as a World Top 5 University for Sustainability
- In 2020 NTU won the CHS 2020 Award for Best Sustainable / CSR Practice for their conferencing and events facilities.
- A sustainable food and drinks policy is adhered to, NTU offer seasonal, local and ethically sourced meals to reduce the CO2 emissions and helping to minimise the impact on the environment, wildlife and human health. In 2021 NTU Catering Services won the ‘Green Gown Awards 2021: Campus Health, Food and Drink’ for their holistic approach to sustainability. Since November 2011, NTU Catering has maintained a Silver ‘Food for Life Served Here’ Award by the Soil Association.
- NTU separates and recycles glass, cardboard, and paper waste and it directs 99% of waste from landfill. The catering team have made huge efforts to reduce single-use plastic over the last few years, which is why water is now served from glass bottles.
- Although the university is based within Nottingham city, NTU are avid wildlife lovers and they achieved the Hedgehog Friendly Campus (HFC) Bronze Award 2020/21. NTU is also home to a pair of peregrine falcons, which are protected and can be viewed through a live camera stream. NTU planted 5,000 trees on site to act as a carbon sink and home to wildlife. NTU makes continuous development to increase their green space and conservation by introducing green walking routes and the ‘flower pod’. The Brackenhurst campus is home to largest populations of great crested newts
Nottingham Trent University is fully committed to its green credentials, and actively promotes sustainability across a wide range of initiatives. As one of the largest universities in the UK with 33,000 students and 4,000 colleagues, they are working hard to become the most environmentally responsible university.
NTU has been a certified user of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System for over a decade and are continuing to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability through several initiatives:
- In 2020, NTU came 4th in the UI Green Metric World University Rankings, cementing the University’s position as a World Top 5 University for Sustainability
- In 2020 NTU won the CHS 2020 Award for Best Sustainable / CSR Practice for their conferencing and events facilities.
- A sustainable food and drinks policy is adhered to, NTU offer seasonal, local and ethically sourced meals to reduce the CO2 emissions and helping to minimise the impact on the environment, wildlife and human health. In 2021 NTU Catering Services won the ‘Green Gown Awards 2021: Campus Health, Food and Drink’ for their holistic approach to sustainability. Since November 2011, NTU Catering has maintained a Silver ‘Food for Life Served Here’ Award by the Soil Association.
- NTU separates and recycles glass, cardboard, and paper waste and it directs 99% of waste from landfill. The catering team have made huge efforts to reduce single-use plastic over the last few years, which is why water is now served from glass bottles.
- Although the university is based within Nottingham city, NTU are avid wildlife lovers and they achieved the Hedgehog Friendly Campus (HFC) Bronze Award 2020/21. NTU is also home to a pair of peregrine falcons, which are protected and can be viewed through a live camera stream. NTU planted 5,000 trees on site to act as a carbon sink and home to wildlife. NTU makes continuous development to increase their green space and conservation by introducing green walking routes and the ‘flower pod’. The Brackenhurst campus is home to largest populations of great crested newts
Exhibition
We work with exhibition suppliers who offer multiple display deliveries and re-use stands which further reduce the environmental impact vs traditional “space only” events.
We actively encourage exhibitors to be mindful of their environmental impact.
The approach we take with our exhibitions encourages the use of digital messaging, reducing the opportunity for printed materials, graphics and giveaways.
We work with exhibition suppliers who offer multiple display deliveries and re-use stands which further reduce the environmental impact vs traditional “space only” events.
We actively encourage exhibitors to be mindful of their environmental impact.
The approach we take with our exhibitions encourages the use of digital messaging, reducing the opportunity for printed materials, graphics and giveaways.
At the event
The Networkshop event app significantly reduces the amount of printing required at the event. Any event printing is now FSC certified and fully recyclable. All laminate or UV finishes have been removed from our marketing materials, ensuring that recycling can occur.
Our lanyards, when used, are made of bamboo and PET materials that are biodegradable.
The use of Foamex materials has been replaced with recyclable alternatives for any signage or branding at events. We have eliminated the use of vinyl opting for alternative recyclable or reusable materials.
The Networkshop event app significantly reduces the amount of printing required at the event. Any event printing is now FSC certified and fully recyclable. All laminate or UV finishes have been removed from our marketing materials, ensuring that recycling can occur.
Our lanyards, when used, are made of bamboo and PET materials that are biodegradable.
The use of Foamex materials has been replaced with recyclable alternatives for any signage or branding at events. We have eliminated the use of vinyl opting for alternative recyclable or reusable materials.
Exhibition and sponsorship opportunities
At Networkshop, you'll find IT decision-makers and influencers from education, research and the public sector. If you're interested in raising awareness of your brand or networking with leaders in the edtech community at this year's event, email exhibitors.networkshop@jisc.ac.uk to discuss your sponsorship options with us.
Contact us
Email networkshop@jisc.ac.uk for more information.